The Great Outdoors
If you ask any local, they’ll tell you that the heartbeat of Edmonton is our glorious river valley. Stretching right through downtown, this expanse of urban parkland is the largest in North America; and that’s just the beginning. Your Edmonton adventure starts here!
Camping
Camping is quintessentially Albertan. Everything (coffee, bacon, beer, bad ghost stories) is way better around a campfire! Whether you are looking for a camping retreat in Edmonton, or just a short drive away, there are plenty of places to unroll your sleeping bag, pitch your tent, or park your R.V. and take in the sights and sounds of the wilderness.
Haskin Canoe Sunset Tours at Elk Island National Park
View the orange and red glow of the sun setting as you paddle on the still waters of Astotin Lake. Haskin Canoe's sunset tours are a one-of-a-kind opportunity to transport through Edmonton's own backyard. You'll enjoy the serenity of this water adventure and may even be lucky enough to hear the distant cry of a loon or splash of a beaver.
Get Hooked Fishing
Want one of the best fishing experiences in Alberta? When you head out on a guided trip with Get Hooked, you’ll not only discover the best spots for fishing, but you’ll have the help of an experienced guide with years of local knowledge. Lake or river? It’s your choice. Head out on the North Saskatchewan River or one of several local lakes, and angle for Walleye, Northern Pike, Sturgeon, Sauger, Burbot and Goldeye!
Edmonton Regional Helicopters
Find yourself in the clouds as you explore Edmonton from above! Edmonton Regional Helicopters offers everything from a tour of metro Edmonton to an island heli-picnic for two in the middle of the North Saskatchewan River. Get ready to explore Edmonton from a whole different angle!
Snow Valley Aerial Park
See Edmonton from a bird's eye view at the Snow Valley Aerial Park! Imagine climbing through a mix between the most amazing tree house you've ever seen and a giant jungle gym. This incredible tower of obstacles and games is the first of its kind in Canada and 3rd in North America.
Commonwealth Walkway
Take yourself on a self-guided tour unlike any other with the interactive Commonwealth Walkway app. Using the downloadable app, visitors can explore the river valley while reading and listening to dozens of stories in five main categories (Indigenous, History, Family, River & Winter). Learn little-known facts about Edmonton and its vibrant story while satisfying your thirst for adventure on this self-guided tour!
Segway Tour with River Valley Adventure Co.
Explore North America’s longest continuous trail system in the heart of the river valley on a Segway! Join the gang at River Valley Adventure Company and see the city like never before. Don't worry, you'll get a quick lesson first, then you'll ride through the river valley in style while your guide shares some of Edmonton’s natural history and wonders along the way.