If there’s something to love the most about Central Alberta, it is the outdoor experience it offers. Its serene lake and beaches, lush mountains, and rich historical places will definitely give you adventures like no other.  

Now that it’s all bright and warm, it’s even more inviting to check out all the beautiful outdoor places the region of Central Alberta has to offer.  

As summer is not yet over, it’s time to pack your bags, go out of your homes, and get ready to get tanned at these top-notch attractions in Central Alberta.  

Bower Ponds Recreation 

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Bring the whole gang for a day of paddle boats, canoes, kayaks, water balls and more at Bower Ponds Recreation.  

If you are indoorsy, however, worry not because you can also chill at their Board Game Café with a wide variety of games to choose from.  

They are located at 4707 Fountain Drive Red Deer.  

Check out their website to know their rates and other details https://bowerponds.ca 

Canyon Ski Resort 

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Look for me down the ski. Alberta’s first and only alpine coaster is here!  

Get your hearts racing with their coaster that is 1345 meters long and a total 440-foot vertical drop! 

Their address is 38433 Range Road 264A Red Deer County, Alberta 

For their rates and other details, check out https://www.canyonski.ca/  

Sylvan Lake Aqua Splash

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Summer days are made for the lake. Get your vacay mode on and have ultimate fun at this first open-water park here in Alberta.  

They operate from 11 am to 8 pm. Last Admission is 7 pm weather permitting. You need to call them ahead to confirm their operating hours.  

You can find them at 5104 Lakeshore Dr Sylvan, Sylvan Lake, AB.  

For more details head over to their website https://www.sylvanlakeaquasplash.ca/  

Mountain Bike Park

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Visit this unique bike park in North Red Deer. Enjoy the cross-country single track, dirt jumps, and free-ride Technical Terrain Features here. Mountain bikers, non-motorized, and non-equestrian outdoor enthusiasts are welcome.  

You can check out their trail map here.  

Bowden SunMaze at Eagle Creek Farms

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Blue skies, sunshine, everything's fine.  

Be hyped for the beautiful sunflower farm that is opening at the end of August. If simply looking at the beautiful sunflowers isn’t good enough for you, don’t fret because they will let you pick the flowers and even veggies.  

Sadly, though, they are opening later than usual this year because of the recent hail, but as they say, great things come for those who wait.  

Their address is 34531 RR14, Bowden, Red Deer County.  

You can check updates from their Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/sunmaze 

Sylvan Lake Paintball 

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Get ready for some action. Sylvan Lake Paintball, only 5 minutes north of the town of Sylvan Lake, is here to provide you with a top-notch premier combat action and sport facility. You’re guaranteed to have the best paintball experience in their 7-acre terrain specifically landscaped for paintball.  

They operate within the following hours:  

Monday– 2pm till 6pm 

Tuesday – Reservation only 

Wednesday - 2pm till 6pm – Airsoft Night @5pm 

Thursday – 2pm till 6pm  

Friday – 2pm till 6pm 

Saturday – 10am till 6pm 

Sunday – 10am till 6pm – Drop in every Sunday after 2pm 

Visit their website to learn about their rates. https://sylvanlakepaintball.ca/  

There are so many more outdoor exciting activities that you can do while the sun is still out. Discover more places, have more of that sunshine state of mind and make the most of your summer! Red Deer and the whole of Central Alberta are wonderful places to explore.  

Check out this page for more fun summer activities https://visitreddeer.com/experience-category/summer-activities