#Drumheller Hoodoos Alberta

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Hoodoos Trail in Drumheller, Alberta Canada

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Prepare to be amazed by the breathtaking Willow Creek hoodoos, one of Alberta's most iconic geological marvels! These stunning natural formations are a must-see, drawing visitors from all over to witness their mesmerizing beauty. Discover the magic of Drumheller, Alberta, Canada, and experience these incredible wonders for yourself! 🍁

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East Alberta: Elk Island and Drumheller

Before heading back to the Prairies, there were two more things I was excited about to explore in Alberta; Elk Island national park and Drumheller.

Elk Island was the first location where bison were reintroduced in Canada (after they had all been killed to force natives to live on reserves 😵); 20-30 animals that were brought from Montana where farmers had kept the last bison alive to prevent them going extinct... since then, the herd at Elk Island has grown so successfully that they've been translocated to other parks like Grasslands & Waterton where I've seen the majestic animals 🤗!  Grasslands' herd is also a "bison exporter" to amongst others Indigenous communities so that they can rebuild their cultural ties to the animal, hence this is really a very successful conservation story! 🤩 Elk Island being the place where it all started, I had been excited to see bison here but no luck; on a 30-degree day they were hiding in the forest, I would too!

The lake stank of algae so I ended up going for a small hike, which according to the description would pass by some beaver dams & have a bit of steep terrain to a view of the rolling hills... I'm quite certain that I did do that hike, but I didn't encounter any of those 🥴 😅 and instead had a flat trail without any notable viewpoint nor dams... not sure where the disconnect was but disappointed by the park - probably it's more interesting in fall.

This meant that I had plenty of time to drive down to Drumheller where the famous Tyrrell Museum of Palaeontology is located... I had initially thought of skipping it but as I now have spare time after cutting my BC travels short, I thought why not!

This drive was probably the straightest route I've ever driven.... apart from a few bends it was dead straight for kilometers on end, making it difficult to stay focused! I did have a true Canadian train passing by, where 200 wagons later you're finally allowed to cross the tracks. 😝 About 20 km north of Drumheller, the scenery changed abruptly from rolling green hills to yellow flat grasslands (including the return of nodding oil donkeys), until I drove down into the river valley and the badlands appeared.

First thing I saw when driving into town was the largest T Rex in the world together with his smaller child/cousin/other dino?? (I'm not really versed in the world of dinosaurs 😅) so couldn't avoid taking a selfie for my nephews whose world revolves around the creatures 😍.

Check-in at the airbnb was a breeze so showed up at the museum at 6.30pm which was perfect as the masses started to leave. I must say that I was at first a bit apprehensive about visiting, as I'm not that much into dinos but I was truly blown away!! 🤩 Yes, they feature extensively but the fossils that are displayed are extraordinary, and beyond that, the exhibit explains the story of evolution and life on earth in an easy-to-understand & attractive way, a great recap of my ecology course! In 2 hours, I probably skipped a third, not because it wasn't interesting but because I was really getting hungry. 🙃 Below are just a few impressions, this one got added to my favourites of this trip!  😍

Outside, the sun was setting over the badlands so they would have to wait until the next day... first order of business was to get some chips, veggies & dips and sit on the microbrewery's patio embracing the desert-like evening heat 😊... which I would hate a few hours later in a stuffed room where the airco was too loud to run. 😒

In the morning, it was decidedly cooler and cloudy, which was a welcome change after the last few hot days! Just south of the village, there's some imposing hoodoos that are still standing (despite children running & climbing everywhere 😮). After that it was one more look at the badlands (which is not my favourite landform, but prettier in contrast with the valley's green) and a derelict grain elevator, before driving east out of Alberta.

Wildlife: 1 gopher at Drumheller

SUPs: none

Hikes: one at Elk Island

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I was thinking about pretty landscapes and now I’m thinking about Drumheller and Banff…

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The Hoodoos { Drumheller, AB } by crashclover

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Hoodoos Trail, Drumheller, AB Canada

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Drumheller Alberta, Canada

Horse thief canyon

I miss hiking!!!!

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Hoodoos in Drumheller, Alberta Canada.

Took this photo on my ongoing summer road trip from Spokane to Craters Of The Moon.

Artistic edit because I was bored.

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DRUMHELLER – Alberta

We visited Drumheller in Alberta. We saw these Hoodoos and who are they? Looks like we saw this Pyramid in Egypt but maybe it is. We went into Royal …DRUMHELLER – Alberta

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South Alberta: Cypress Hills, Dinosaur provincial park & Calgary

After rain overnight, I wake up with a blue sky so pack up the stuff wet to dry it later at a parking lot when it's warmer. I was warned that the "gap road" which connects the centre (eastern) block of the Cypress Hills with the western section is impassable when wet, but luckily there's no sign of the rain here and it's a pretty drive with only cows keeping me company 😃. The view off the Conglomerate Cliffs is perfect to sip my tea and then I cross into Alberta proper, through undulating forest into I drive down the hills omto the prairie again. If I would ever come again, I would definitely stay in the western natural part rather than the crowded, developed eastern section!

It's a long chug northwest on endless gravel roads, made longer by detours for paving projects (great for the future but not now for me! 🙃), with not much to see apart from massive wind turbines, a great sign of progress in coal- and tarsand- rich Alberta!

When I get to Dinosaur provincial park it's hot, perfect to dry my camping equipment while I take in the breathtaking view of the largest badlands in Canada.

The visitor centre has a field station of the world renowned Tyrrell Museum of Paleontology with its massive dinosaur skeletons collection, of which the majority were found in these badlands. Not only do they have some skeletons set up inside, they've also preserved one how it was found outside!

Most of the park is off-limits to preserve the landscape and fossils, however there's a little hike in between the hoodoos that was impressive. Beautiful place! 🤩

I kept my visit relatively short as I couldn't wait to get to Calgary to spend time with my friends; first a day with Harvey and Charlotte and the next day with my (ex) manager Deborah and her partner Jordan. It felt really good to be with people again who know me and where conversation just flows easily... not to mention being pampered in their homes with good food and a comfy bed! 😍❤

After delicious dinner, Harvey and Charlotte walked me around their neighbourhood while we ate amazing icecream from "Made by Marcus" - who thought crushed walnuts & goat milk would be such a good combo?

Next day, a blueberry oatmeal crumble kept me full while I was taking care of bank stuff (a new creditcard!) and booking accommodations for the next week, until a lunchtime curry got me finally of the couch! I had initially thought of visiting the Tyrell museum in Drumheller but I honestly had already had my fill of dinosaurs and really enjoyed doing nothing for a day 🤗. Being in their condo also made me remember how I used to love living in mine 😀 with the pretty views and all rooms on one floor, so convenient.

In the afternoon I did myself some little shopping (new hiking socks and craft beer 😅) and then drove over to Deborah, who has a lovely house just outside downtown with a great art collection, where every piece has a personal story 😍. We had a nice walk along the Bow River and then lip-smacking dinner on the patio of a pizza place co-owned by their neighbours. Next morning I got spoilt with amazing waffles and bought some really tasty samosas and other veggies on the farmer's market.

After having been on the road for so long, these two days provided a haven of calmness & friendship that really picked me up again, getting me ready for the next travel phase; the Rockies!!

Wildlife: nest of baby ospreys (Calgary)

SUPs: none

Hikes: one at Dinosaur

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Spent a day in Drumheller in 20-some degree weather and went to most of the typical spots like The Little Church (with Rob at the entrance for size 🤣) , the World’s Largest Dinosaur, Horsethief Canyon, and the hoodoos. All was fun and games until we decided to climb up to the top of the hoodoos and some sections were so steep (and dry) that I almost peed my pants 😅.

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