Locals say they would move to this beautiful Alberta small town if they could live anywhere
It's a short drive from Calgary!
Small town in Alberta. Right: Alberta small town.
This hidden gem of a small town in Alberta has unique scenery, quaint vibes, and a quirky twist that draws people in. It's the perfect balance of natural beauty and small town charm.
Narcity readers revealed what spots in Alberta they would want to call home, if they could live anywhere in the province. Drumheller made the cut, and we can see why.
Set in the Canadian Badlands, Drumheller is surrounded by breathtaking canyons and the iconic hoodoos, and it prides itself on its dino-filled history.
The small town is just an hour and a half away from Calgary, but it feels like you've escaped into another world as you drive through the area. Hikes nearby will take you through sprawling canyons and massive hoodoos.
Horseshoe Canyon sits just outside of town, and it will immerse you in the landscape. You can walk onto the canyon floor here and take in the ancient rock, from either the viewing platforms or by following the hike through the U-shaped canyon.
Willow Creek Hoodoos are yet another place to explore, just 15 minutes from town.
While the surrounding nature is incredible, the town itself has a lot to offer too. The first thing you might notice here is the massive T-Rex statue, which is known as the "World's Largest Dinosaur," and stands at 25 meters tall.
Drumheller is actually known as the "Dinosaur Capital of the World," and the Royal Tyrrell Museum is where you can learn more about the past.
The museum has a massive display of dinosaurs and exhibits to help you step into the prehistoric time that the town is known for.
@livinglikeafreebird SAVE for later - Top 6 places to visit if you are planning a day trip to Drumheller! 😍 Here are some suggestions of must-see spots that are within the vicinity of downtown Drumheller: 🏜️ Horsethief Canyon: Located 16km from town, this stunning canyon awaits. You might even be lucky to spot some Richardson’s Ground Squirrels! 🌄 Horseshoe Canyon: Only 17km away lies this rugged gem, where you can spend the day exploring the canyon - had so much fun at this one! 🏞️ Willow Creek Hoodoos: Just a short 20km drive to this spectacular site to see the famous Hoodoos! 🍻 Last Chance Saloon: kick back, relax, and stop for a bite to eat 12km from Drumheller at this saloon. 🌉 Star Mine Suspension Bridge: Just 18km away this suspension bridge leads you to some breathtaking views. 🦕 Royal Tyrrell Museum: Dive into the past 6km from downtown, this museum is full of incredible history and highly recommended! Let me know if I should have added any others to the list 😊 #travelcanada #travelalberta #drumheller
On top of all that you have a town full of cool buildings, local shops, cute boutiques and tasty restaurants.
Just a day trip away from Calgary, this little town is like no other place.
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