Towering over the town of Drumheller, Tyra the T-Rex is a MUST see if you’re headed to the Badlands. Not only is the world’s largest dinosaur a super cool thing to see from the ground, it’s also pretty unbelievable from deep within the attraction’s jaws.

Feel like you’ve hiked every trail in the Rockies? Why not take a short drive to Drumheller, where guests can actually explore million-year-old hoodoo structures. Of course, because they’re extremely fragile and super old, your route will be limited to the designated trail – but it’ll be unlike anything you may have seen before.

A little competition never hurt anybody! At Drumheller’s Cactus Coulee fun park, go head to head in a game of mini-golf or a go-kart race (last place buys the winner a drink) or just jump around on their Eurobungy. There’s a full day of fun stuff to do here, folks – check it out!

Surprisingly, Drumheller has far more than just dinosaurs and dry grass! it also has the perfect spa getaway! At the Calgary, Heartwood Inn specializes in Swedish relaxation massage treatments, as well as HQ manicures, pedicures and re-hydration sessions. Ahh, bliss!

We’re not going to lie, Homestead is on the ‘out of the ordinary side, but it’s definitely worth checking out. Here, among their 10,000 antiques and artifacts from the Victorian and Edwardian eras, you’ll find everything from an exhibit featuring a two-headed cow to furniture and household accessories.

Arguably the best museum in the province, The Royal Tyrell Museum not only has an incredible collection of dino bones and fossils but also several informative and fun tours around the area as well as super cool classes that will help you fulfil your backyard paleontologist dreams.

The Writing-On-Stone provincial park campground is unlike any other place in the province. From their beach to their interpretive centre, this beautiful spot is crazy unique and has a ton to see and do. Go hiking, lounge by the water, go for a boat ride or just have a few drinks with some friends – the park is your oyster.

Are you an adventure seeker? This summer lace up and explore the dark passageways, staircases and viewpoints underground in the Atlas Coal Mine. While you’re there, ride the steam train or take a walk around the processing plant. There’s plenty to do and even more to see!

The rivers in Alberta’s biggest cities can get pretty busy, but in Drumheller, you’ll be able to hit the water and lounge almost completely uninterrupted. Start your ride alongside Newcastle Beach and wrap things up just outside of Pinter’s campground for a full-day float but be careful! The Red Deer river can be a little faster than those in Calgary or Edmonton.

Hidden in the Alberta Badlands day-trippers will find the unoccupied town of Wayne, Alberta. Delve deep into old mines, check out the Last Chance Saloon – a snapshot of the old west; wander the old hotel and explore the untouched artifacts and buildings left behind by a once-thriving community.