Wembley: Your Next Day Trip
Need a reason to get out of town for the day? Wembley, Alberta is just 25 minutes from Grande Prairie,
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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Need a reason to get out of town for the day? Wembley, Alberta is just 25 minutes from Grande Prairie,
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A little spring reminder we probably all needed. 🌸
There’s just something about those very first flowers of the year… the kind you have to go looking for. Around the Grande Prairie region, that moment shows up at Kleskun Hills when the crocuses start to bloom.
If you’ve been waiting for a sign to get outside and soak up this late but beautiful spring, this is it. ☀
#KleskunHillsProvicialPark #SpringTime #CrocusFlowers #UnforgettableNWAB
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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A few days ago the flower trees in Northern Alberta started to show off their beauty.
It`s a short season for the blossoms, but it`s a gorgeous one. 🌸
📸 2026
#AppleBlossoms #FlowerTrees #UnforgettableNWAB #SprimgTime
🎶✨ 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.
#GPTourism #NorthwestAlberta #UnforgettableNWAB
Winter in Northwest Alberta is packed with outdoor adventures! Here are some fun ways to get outside and make the most of the season.
🏃♂️ Experience Muskoseepi Park - cityofgp
Bundle up and hit the snowy trails with the 2026 Dead Cold Run: After Dark! Lace up your shoes and join the fun on January 9 at 7 PM
🏔 Explore Grande Cache, mdofgreenview
From ice fishing and snowshoeing to cross-country skiing, winter hikes, and snowmobiling, Grande Cache is a playground for cold-weather adventure.Ice climbing is a must-try winter favourite!
🌲 Saskatoon Island Provincial Park, County of GP
Only 25 minutes from Grande Prairie, this year-round park offers over 6 km of groomed cross-country ski trails through meadows, aspen forest, lakes, and shoreline views. Snowshoe through open spaces, spot winter birds near the Saskatoon Lake Bird Sanctuary, or glide along the scenic Shoreline Trail.
For more winter activities, check out our blog ➡️ https://gptourism.ca/2023/06/free-winter-activities-in-the-grande-prairie-region/ (link in bio)
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