We’ve been exploring Alberta to find family-friendly attractions right here at home. I had never spent much time in Red Deer before and was pleased to find out that it is full of great things for families and is only 90 minutes away! Here are 10 great reasons to add Red Deer to your Summer … Read more
Location: Located on Gull Lake 35 minutes NW of Red DeerParking: Free lot parking along the beach – gets pretty full by mid-day on a hot dayCost: FreeAmenities: Bathrooms, concession, playground, campground, picnic areas Our Review: We stopped by Aspen Beach on a hot Saturday in July just after lunch. We lucked into a parking spot, … Read more
We’ve been spending some time during the summer exploring Alberta to find family-friendly attraction right here at home. Red Deer is only a 90 minute drive from Calgary, making it perfect for a day trip or a weekend getaway. It also has a lot to offer! Even though Red Deer is about a tenth the … Read more
Now open for the 2021 season! Address: 4500 Womacks Rd, Blackfalds, AB (15 minutes North of Red Deer)https://www.blackfalds.com/tourism-recreation/abbey-centre/outdoor-aquatic-centre Cost: $20 for a family day pass. This includes access to the indoor play area Season: Typically open May long weekend until Labour Day weekend. Now open for the 2021 season. Hours: 10am-9pm weekends, 9am-9pm weekdays (check website to … Read more
Location: River Bend Recreation Area – Located along the river 3.5 km north of 30 Avenue from 67 Street http://www.rbgra.ca/discovery-canyon/ Parking: Free parking in parking lot Season: Weather dependent. Usually early June until the September long weekendHours: 9am-9pmCost: freeAmenities: Washroom/change rooms, concession, tube rentals. Note: it can be quite busy. It will be less crowded … Read more
Kerry Wood Nature Centre – Waskasoo Park – 6300 45 Ave, Red Deerhttp://www.waskasoopark.ca/Kerry-Wood-Nature-Center.htmlParking: Free lot parking Age Range: All ages.Ground Cover: mulchShade: plentiful. Features: natural playground featuresSurrounding Park Area: Next to the Kerry Wood Nature Centre and Waskasoo nature preserve. Accessibility: None.Seating: a few picnic tables Overall assessment: Located in Waskasoo Park, the Kerry Wood Nature Centre has a … Read more