Start your adventure by visiting the Canyon Ski Resort and enjoy skiing, snowboarding, and other snow sports during winters. In the summer, you can try mountain biking or explore the resort's hiking trials. After the resort, visit Heritage Ranch, an outdoor recreation area that offers diverse activities such as canoeing, fishing or horseback riding. End the day at the Bower Ponds, a natural and serene setting, to relax and unwind.
Start the day by visiting the Sunnybrook Farm Museum, showcasing agricultural history, before exploring the Alberta Sports Hall of Fame and Museum and learning about the rich sporting history of the province. Afterwards, head to Kerry Wood Nature Centre to see interactive exhibits, hike on the beautiful trail system, engage in bird watching or eco-exploration. In the evening, watch a movie under the stars at the Starlight Drive-In Theatre.
Start off with a leisure morning at the Discovery Canyon Park, spend time in the sun floating down the river, hiking or enjoying a picnic. Then visit the Chronos Escape Rooms, an interactive adventure puzzle game with multiple themed rooms. End the trip with a relaxing hot spring soak at the nearby Canyon Hot Springs before returning home.
Red Deer is well connected by local transit, and most of the locations in the itinerary can be easily accessed through public transport or car rental. Estimated travel costs for public transportation can range from CAD 1.50-3.50 for a single trip. Car rental costs can range from CAD 40-60 per day.
If you have more time, visit the Fort Normandeau and Historical Park, the Red Deer Museum + Art Gallery, and the Bustani Gardens, a beautiful botanical garden. If you have less time, skip some of the activities on the itinerary, or explore the city center and local restaurants instead.
The Red Deer Regional Airport (YQF) is located in Springbrook, 20 km south of Red Deer city center. It provides passenger services to Calgary International Airport, with connecting services from most major airports worldwide.