May We Suggest...
Maybe you aren’t sure what you’d like to do in the Athabasca Region.
That’s ok, we have some suggested itineraries that will introduce you to the best of the Region, creating a starting point for you to explore more!
Daytrips
Winter Walks
Don’t let winter slow you down! Take on one of our winter walks.
Day Out In boyle
Take a Thursday off (or make it the beginning of a long-weekend) and visit the Village of Boyle.
Thrift & Finds Crawl
If you love thrifting, Athabasca has 3 great thrift stores and some fun boutiques to crawl with your friends!
Bird and Wildlife Watching
Spend the day spotting our iconic species on one of our Bird & Wildlife Watching routes.
Weekend Getaways
Friday Night Date Night
Have a relaxing “date night’ getaway with your love!
- Leave work early on Friday. You deserve it.
- Arrive in Athabasca, check in and head for supper downtown. Family Dining
- Karaoke at Neighbours Pub or event at Nancy Appleby Theatre
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- Saturday morning, grab a coffee and a wrap at Paddymelon Gifts, Espresso & Eatery
- Check out downtown shops
- Stroll Rotary Trail at the Riverfront Park
- Visit the Athabasca Farmers Market on your way back home
River Rats Festival
https://www.riverratsfestival.ca/Book early to save your accommodations for the annual River Rats Festival!
Held over the Canada Day long weekend, this long-running music and cultural festival brings outstanding performers to the stage and hosts food trucks, markets and more!
Best of Athabasca
On this active weekend itinerary, you’ll experience some of the best that the Town of Athabasca offers.
- Arrive Saturday early afternoon, go to Farmer’s Market and pick up some home-style treats and artisan goodies
- Hike, ski or snowshoe the Muskeg Creek Trails
- After supper Downtown, stroll Rotary Trail/Riverfront Park
- Drinks at Neighbour’s Pub to end the evening!
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- Sunday Brunch at Johnny’s Eatery
- Experience the historical roots of the area on the Athabasca Historical Walking Tour
- Head home refreshed to start your week!
Rent a Cottage
If you’re looking for something closer to nature, check out the cabins to rent. Relax with family or friends in scenic Boreal lake settings.
- Arrive Saturday and hit the markets or stores to stock up on the way through town
- Check into your cabin rental
- Hike in the summer, snowmobile in the winter
- Paddle or Icefish on the lake
- Contact your host for their recommendations on recreational activities
Longer Trips
Golf & Stay
All of the golf courses in the Athabasca Region either have their own RV park or are very close to camping opportunities.
You could make a week or two trip by golfing and staying at each one of them!
Seasonal Camping
Most Athabasca Region RV parks and some Athabasca County campgrounds offer seasonal spots.
Each one has a different method of securing your spot.
Read our Camping blog for links to the private RV parks and watch our social media at the beginning of the year for the draw for the County seasonal spots.
Tours
Grand Rapids Adventures
Grand Rapids Wilderness Adventures offers multi-day excursions on the Athabasca River, by river jet boat in summer and snowmobile in winter!
This is a trip for your bucket list!
Visit their website for details: www.athabasca-river.com
Reel Angling Fishing Tours
Reel Angling Fishing Tours offers multi-day fishing trips in the Athabasca Region.
If you are a fishing enthusiast, join Reel Angling for an adventure to find the “big one”!
Check out their website for details: reelangling.com
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