Grande Prairie
At A Glance
Frontier Success Story
Grande Prairie tells Alberta's frontier story: a town born from a Hudson's Bay trading post in 1881, now a thriving city of over 70,000 people. Known as "Swan City" for the trumpeter swans that nest nearby, Grande Prairie anchors Peace River Country. The rolling prairie inspired its French name and continues shaping the city's character today: ambitious, energetic, and deeply rooted in the land. Here, natural resources, agricultural heritage, and modern energy converge, giving the region its distinct sense of identity.
Adventures Await
Outdoor enthusiasts discover world-class golfing, hiking through aspen parkland, and the Wapiti Nordic Ski Club, featuring over 35 kilometres of pristine trails. The Philip J. Currie Dinosaur Museum showcases world-class paleontology near Wembley and Muskoseepi Park is 1,100 acres of river valley beauty with trails and year-round activities. The Art Gallery of Grande Prairie celebrates Canadian artists, and downtown pulses with craft breweries, farmers markets, and locally-sourced cuisine. Genuine hospitality makes staying longer feel essential.
Every Season Shines
Grande Prairie offers a mix of nature and community experiences just waiting to be explored. Summer brings long, bright days ideal for hiking and discovering the unique grassland hills at Kleskun Hills Provincial Park, or enjoying a round of golf. Fall paints the region in warm harvest tones; in winter, locals and visitors enjoy the outdoors, cross-country skiing and snow-shoeing. Year-round, events like the Stompede rodeo and local farmers’ markets celebrate community spirit, history, and local culture. Every season reveals why Grande Prairie continues to thrive and attract new residents year after year.
Getting Around
Getting to Grande Prairie is convenient with daily flights to Edmonton and Calgary through Air Canada and WestJet. The city sits approximately five hours northwest of Edmonton via Highway 43. Bus services like Rider Express offer regular connections to Edmonton. Once in town, Grande Prairie Transit provides accessible local transportation, making it easy to explore the city and surrounding areas.
