Your 5 – Day Indigenous Experience at Grande Prairie
Your 5 – Day Indigenous Experience at Grande Prairie’s Traditional Pow Wow If you’ve ever wanted to step into a
Our region is both a year-round destination and a part of a much longer travel corridor and scenic route to the popular seasonal destinations of Alaska, Yukon, and the Northwest Territories. The major visitor gateways into our region include Edmonton in the east, Jasper National Park in the west and the famous Alaska Highway and British Columbia border in the north.
Three major highways (43, 40, 2) connect Grande Prairie to the rest of Alberta and Canada with direct connections to Edmonton, British Columbia and the Northwest Territories.
| Transportation by Road | ||
| City | Distance | Travel Time |
| “Mile 0” Dawson Creek, BC | 130 kms | 1.5 hours |
| Liard River Hot Springs, BC | 900 kms | 10 hours |
| Tumbler Ridge, BC | 250 kms | 2.5 hours |
| Jasper, AB | 415 kms | 4.25 hours |
| Banff, AB | 260 kms | 7.5 hours |
| Edmonton, AB | 460 kms | 4.5 hours |
| Fort McMurray, AB | 750 kms | 7.5 hours |
| Calgary, AB | 790 kms | 7.5 hours |
| Whitehorse, YK | 1,530 kms | 16.75 hours |
| Hay River, NWT | 760 kms | 7.75 hours |
The Grande Prairie Airport provides passenger service with daily flights to Edmonton and Calgary for quick connections to wherever you’re travelling next.
| Transportation by Plane | |
| City | Travel Time |
| Edmonton, AB | Daily/1h 15m+ |
| Calgary, AB | Daily/1h 25m+ |
Private bus services are available daily between Edmonton and Grande Prairie and is provided by Cold Shot. Depending on the provider, the service includes stops in Fox Creek and Valleyview.
Within Grande Prairie
Within the city of Grande Prairie, travelers can plan to explore by public transit, taxicab, or private rental from major national companies.
Muskoseepi Park, a parkland running through the heart of Grande Prairie, boasts over 18 kms of trails through the entire city from North to South, most of which are asphalt.
Beyond Grande Prairie
For travelers exploring beyond the city limits, transportation options are limited. Travelers arriving by plane or bus should plan to secure a rental vehicle from one of the major national rental companies located in Grande Prairie.
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Visitor Information Centres are located throughout the region, offering friendly faces and trusted local knowledge. Stop in for maps, personalized tips, and insights that help you explore further and make the most of your time here.
Check out our annual Visitor Guide for specially curated trips ideas to spark your next adventure in the #unforgettableNWAB.
Your 5 – Day Indigenous Experience at Grande Prairie’s Traditional Pow Wow If you’ve ever wanted to step into a
Hot chocolate, hot cider, and peppermint-spiced lattes are just a few of the reasons why winter is one of our
Don’t stay cooped up this winter. Why not take up a new hobby and acquaint yourself with the world of
Discover Unique Treasures for Everyone on Your List!🎄✨ The magic of the holidays is back, and with it comes the
A few more snaps from our day trip to beautiful Dunvegan 😃 We are off to a new spot we`ve never been to this weekend, staying within Alberta, and can`t wait to see something new. Soaking up the last of our summer!
Any guesses where I`m off to next?
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From wide-open summer skies, snowy winter landscapes and crisp autumn mornings, Northwest Alberta reveals a different kind of beauty with every season.
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🦉 Fun Fact: Snowy Owls Love Northwest Alberta!
If you’ve spotted a flash of white wings across the winter landscape, you’re not imagining things. Snowy owls regularly visit our region.
Here`s why our northern prairies are perfect for these stunning Arctic birds:
❄️ Born for the cold: Snowy owls thrive in wide-open, snowy environments, and our northern prairies match their Arctic habitat.
🐭 Plenty of prey: With abundant voles, mice, and small mammals, our area provides plenty of food for these snowy visitors.
🌬️ Open landscapes: Fields and farmland give them the perfect hunting grounds to spot prey from far away.
🧭 Irruption visitors: Some winters, snowy owls travel farther south when Arctic food supplies are low, bringing more of them to our region.
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🧐 Can you guess this Northwest Alberta location?
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📌 Fun Fact: Kleskun Hills is home to a rare badlands landscape, colourful spring wildflowers, northern cacti, and panoramic views that are perfect for hiking and photography.
Learn more about Kleskun Hills at https://gptourism.ca/listing/kleskun-hill-campground/ (link in bio)
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🎶✨ December is filled with live music and festive performances across Grande Prairie!
Here`s several upcoming shows that you don`t want to miss!
🎺 Grande Prairie Symphonic Wind Ensemble Concert (gpmusicsociety)
📅 Dec 6 | 7:30–9:30pm
📍 Douglas J. Cardinal Performing Arts Centre
🎄 gpct_childrenstheatre Christmas Spectacular
📅 Dec 6 | 6:00–8:00pm
📍 KMSC Law Performing Arts Theatre
🎤 torrancemusik – Live at latitude55gp
📅 Dec 18 | 7:00–8:00pm
📍 Latitude 55 Distillery & Lounge
🎸 Six String Sergeant at betterthanfreds
📅 Dec 19–20 | 8pm
📍 Better Than Fred’s
Whether you’re planning a night out with friends or looking for seasonal entertainment, Grande Prairie’s live arts scene has you covered all month long.
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🌞 HELLO, SUNSHINE! 🌼
This weekend is bringing serious spring vibes to the Grande Prairie region — and we’re here for it! With warm temps in the forecast and blue skies overhead, it`s the perfect time to shake off winter and explore.
Whether you’re looking for outdoor fun, live music, arts, or sports — we’ve rounded up everything you need to make the most of the season 👇
🌿 Top Things To Do This Spring – From hiking and birdwatching to patio season and local road trips, our latest blog has your spring bucket list:
👉 www.gptourism.ca/regions/top-things-to-do-spring
📅 April Events Are ON!
🎭 Live performances
🎨 New art exhibits
🏒 Curling championships & Storm playoff hockey
🎶 Concerts + recitals
👉 Full lineup: www.gptourism.ca/events
✨ So whether you`re soaking up sunshine on your favourite trail or planning a fun night out — this weekend is yours to get out and explore.
📸 Tag us in your adventures using #GPTourism!
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❄️ Check out Kakwa Falls this winter!
Surrounded by epic backcountry scenery, the area is home to incredible snowmobiling routes through Kakwa Provincial Park and the Golden Triangle, which offers over 350 km of connected trails linking Saddle Hills County, Whitecourt, and Fox Creek.
The ride in is part of the adventure, with remote terrain, forest corridors, and wide-open winter landscapes at every turn. A short 1.2 km hike from the day-use area leads to Kakwa Falls, frozen into a stunning wall of ice and mist. The view is definitely worth the trip.
💡 Know before you go:
• Be self-sufficient! This is a remote location with no cell service.
• Bear safety still matters, even in the winter.
• Steep, rugged terrain. Ice cleats are recommended if you’re hiking in!
Visit our blog for more information on Kakwa Falls ➡️ https://gptourism.ca/2023/06/waterfalls-in-the-grande-prairie-region/ (link in bio)
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❄️🌲 Winter in Grande Prairie is made for adventure. Snowshoeing through frosty trails is just one of many ways to enjoy the outdoors this season. From peaceful walks under snow-covered trees to skating or skiing, there’s no shortage of ways to make the most of winter. Grab your shades, breathe in the crisp air, and explore our northern backyard.
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