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Innisfail • Dickson Dam • Gleniffer Lake
Historic Markerville • Spruce View • Dickson
Historic Markerville
24km15miles
Stephansson House
30km18miles
Dickson Dam
20km12miles
Gleniffer Lake
20km12miles
Dickson Store Museum
25km
15miles
Danish Canadian National 27km
16miles
Museum & Gardens
to Red Lodge Park
25km15miles
to Pine Lake
36km22miles
to Sylvan Lake
40km25miles
to Rocky Mountain House 110km70miles
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Distance to Major Attractions
from Innisfail
Innisfail to Calgary
Innisfail to Edmonton
Innisfail to Red Deer
TOURISM REGION
116km72miles
184km113miles
30km18miles
INNISFAIL
Distance to Innisfail from Major Alberta Cities
Events Calendar
MAY
Innisfail Arena - Innisfail Farmer’s Market
May to September on Thursdays - 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Discovery Wildlife Park
Open daily 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. – May to October
Innisfail Town Theatre
Production - Ol’ Moose Hall, Innisfail
Tickets at The Leg Man or call 403-227-5966
Danish Canadian National Museum - Opening Day
May 9 - Danish Canadian National Museum
Discovery Wildlife Park – Mother’s Day Specials
May 11 - Discovery Wildlife Park
Danish Canadian National Museum Mother’s Day Brunch
May 11 - Danish Canadian National Museum
Innisfail Historical Village - Opening Day
May 16 - Innisfail Historical Village
Open Mon-Sat ~ 10 a.m - 5:30 p.m.
Open Sundays & Holidays 12 p.m. - 5 p.m.
Historic Markerville - Opening Day
May 17 - 9 a.m. pancake breakfast
Innisfail Historical Village
School Tours Begin - May to June
The Jungle Farm - Opening Day Greenhouse Season
May 19 - Monday to Saturday, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Innisfail Historical Village –
Pancake Breakfast & Vintage Auto Show
May 24 - Grand Opening: Breakfast - 8:30 a.m.,
Car Tour 1 p.m. - Innisfail Historical Village
Big Brothers & Big Sisters Charity Golf Tournament
May 27 - Innisfail Golf Club
Inns, Ranches & Campgrounds
On Hwy 2A, next to the Chevrolet Dealership. Fully
equipped modern rooms. Fitness centre, indoor
whirlpool, laundry facilities, free internet, free
coffee, free breakfast, spacious parking, and
reasonable rates. Close to restaurants, shopping
and other amenities.
4512 – 42 Avenue, Innisfail
On the west end of Innisfail, Hwy 54 and 56 Street,
adjacent to the Innisfail Golf Course. 45 secluded
treed sites with 15 amp power, tables and firepits.
Firewood for sale on site. Camp host on site 24 hrs.
Playground and camp kitchen. A short walk to Dodd’s
Lake, Napoleon Lake, Centennial Park and Innisfail’s
Downtown. Reservations accepted.
R&R Inn & Suites
Anthony Henday Campground
Phone: 403-318-3508
Econo Lodge Inn & Suites
Offers spacious accommodation, and affordable rates.
5004 42nd Ave, Innisfail
Phone: 403-227-5199
BEST WESTERN Innisfail Inn
Our hotel is conveniently located off Highway QE2. Stay
at the BEST WESTERN Innisfail Inn and enjoy a host of
convenient amenities at a great value while travelling.
5010 40th Ave, Innisfail
Phone: 403-227-4405
Super 8 Innisfail
Stay at the newly renovated Super 8 Innisfail hotel
for comfort and convenience in your travels through
central Alberta. We are located of Highway 2.
4704 42nd Ave, Innisfail
Phone: 403-227-6601
Gleniffer Lake
Phone: 1-866-227-2214
Red Lodge Guest Ranch
The Guest Ranch provides a large area for RV
parking and camping. Accommodation is available
in the heated, yet rustic cabins nestled in the spruce
trees. Sunday brunch available year round in the
licensed Round Dining Lodge.
JUNE
Phone: 403-224-3082
www.redlodgeoutfitters.com
Edgar Farms – Asparagus Festival
June 1 – Edgar Farms, Innisfail
Innisfail Golf Club – Senior Open
June 3 – Innisfail Golf Club
Village Tea Room
June 6 - Friday Teas: 2 p.m. -4 p.m.
Danish Canadian National Museum Multicultural Festival
June 7 - Danish Canadian National Museum
The Country Drive - Springtime Drive
June 7-8 - www.countrydrive.ca
Edgar Farms – Asparagus Festival
June 8 – Edgar Farms, Innisfail
Heart & Stroke Charity Golf Tournament
June 12 – Innisfail Golf Club
Innisfail Rotary Rodeo Parade
June 14
Edgar Farms – Asparagus Festival
June 15 – Edgar Farms, Innisfail
Danish Canadian National Museum Father’s Day Lunch
June 15 - Danish Canadian National Museum
Discovery Wildlife Park – Father’s Day Specials
June 15 – Discovery Wildlife Park
Innisfail Minor Hockey Golf Tournament
June 19 – Innisfail Golf Club
Ronald McDonald House Charity Golf Tournament
June 26 – Innisfail Golf Club
Krusi Retreat Bed &
Breakfast Vacation Home
Excellent hospitality with the comfort and warmth
of a real home. A larger yard for kids to play, fire pit,
free coffee, and free internet. A delicious, homemade
Western/European breakfast for a great start to an
adventurous day. Located off Hwy 2 at Innisfail,
exit 365, 14 km west on the Cottonwood Road.
Phone: 403-227-2654
www.krusiretreat.com
Provincial recreation areas with overnight camping,
day use areas, and boat launches on the shores
of Gleniffer Lake. See map on reverse for details.
Hall of Fame
Duane Daines
MS Rocket – Calgary Stampede
Innisfail Pro Rodeo
June 13-15, 2014
Daines Rodeo Ranch
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so close; you can explore the entire area like it’s your own backyard.
longer stay, you’ll definitely find plenty of things to experience. Everything is
day tripper escaping the city for the afternoon, or someone looking for a
We hope you have as much fun in our backyard as we do. Whether you’re a
Welcome to the Innisfail Area!
JULY
Discovery Wildlife Park – Zookeeper for a Day Camps
July ~ various dates – Discovery Wildlife Park
The Jungle Farm - Opening Day Strawberry Season
Mid-July - Monday to Saturday, 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Danish Canadian National Museum - Canada Day
July 1 - Danish Canadian National Museum
Innisfail Historical Village - Canada Day
July 1 - Village Tea Room
Innisfail Golf Club – Junior Open
July 8 – Innisfail Golf Club
Rotary Club Golf Classic
July 10 – Innisfail Golf Club
The Country Drive - Summertime Drive
July 12-13 - www.countrydrive.ca
Danish Canadian National Museum Ebleskiver N’ Jam Day
July 13 - Danish Canadian National Museum
Innisfail Golf Club – Ladies Open
July 19 – Innisfail Golf Club
Discovery Wildlife Park – Night at the Zoo
July 26-27 – Discovery Wildlife Park
Historic Markerville - A Taste of Markerville
July 26 - Historic Markerville
AUGUST
Discovery Wildlife Park – ZooFest!
August 2 – Discovery Wildlife Park
Central Alberta Hall of Fame Charity Golf Tournament
August 7 – Innisfail Golf Club
Historic Markerville - Cream Day
August 10 - 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. - Historic Markerville
The Country Drive - Alberta Open Farm Days
August 23-24 - www.countrydrive.ca
Danish Canadian National Museum Feast with the Vikings
August 16 - Danish Canadian National Museum
Danish Canadian National Museum - Viking Days
August 16 -17- Danish Canadian National Museum
Historic Markerville - Show ‘n Shine
August 17 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. - Historic Markerville
Innisfail Golf Club - Men’s Open
Aug 30 - Sept 1 – Innisfail Golf Course
Innisfail Historical Village - Friday Teas End
August 29 - Village Tea Room
The Jungle Farm - Opening Day Fall Family Fun Season
August 30 - Saturday, Sunday, Holidays - 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Weekdays by Appointment
SEPTEMBER
Historic Markerville - Closing Day
September 1 - Historic Markerville
Innisfail Historical Village - Last Day Open
September 1 - Innisfail Historical Village
Innisfail Historical Village - Fall Festival
September 6 - Innisfail Historical Village
Victorian Dinner Raffle Winners
September 13 - Innisfail Historical Village
The Country Drive - Harvest Drive
September - www.countrydrive.ca
Innisfail Golf Club - Mixed Open
September 14 – Innisfail Golf Course
Innisfail Golf Club - Pro Am
September 16 – Innisfail Golf Course
OCTOBER & LATER
Innisfail Town Theatre
Production - Ol’ Moose Hall, Innisfail
Tickets at The Leg Man or call 403-227-5966
Innisfail Scarecrow Festival
Mid- October
DISCOVERY WILDLIFE PARK - CLOSING DAY
October 13 - Discovery Wildlife Park
Innisfail Historical Village - Halloween at the Village
October 24-25 – Innisfail Historical Village
Danish Canadian National Museum - Julestue
November 1 - Danish Canadian National Museum
Innisfail Historical Village - Christmas at the Village
November 29 – Innisfail Historical Village
For further info on dates and locations
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10 Gleniffer Lake / Dickson Dam
20 km west of Innisfail is Gleniffer Lake, fed by the Red Deer River and held back by
the Dickson Dam. The lake has four boat launches and is well used for recreational
boating, fishing and birdwatching. Provincial and private campgrounds, picnic areas
and year round resorts are nestled along the shores of the lake.
11 Dickson Store Museum
Built in 1903 and restored in 1990 to be officially opened as a museum by Queen
Margrethe II of Denmark. A 1930’s era General Store Museum in the quaint Danish
Hamlet of Dickson. www.dicksonstoremuseum.com
12 Danish Canadian National Museum & Gardens
7 acres of traditional Danish gardens and attractions highlighted by a man-made lake
featuring the Little Mermaid, an Island Castle & Drawbridge and a small Danish Church.
The museum and grounds are bordered by natural walkways and beautiful flower
gardens. Head west of Innisfail on Hwy 54, turn left at the Spruce View flashing light,
head straight to the four way stop in Dickson, and we are located 0.8km south on the
right. Phone: 403-728-0019 www.danishcanadians.com
13 Gleniffer Lake Resort & Country Club
Located on Gleniffer Lake, this lakeshore resort includes a nine hole golf course and
beautiful club house with dining facilities. Phone: 403-728-3010 www.mylakeresort.com
14 Krusi Retreat Bed & Breakfast Vacation Home
Excellent hospitality with the comfort and warmth of a real home. A large yard for kids
to play, NEW Children’s Frontier Fort, fire pit, free coffee, FREE Wi-Fi and a delicious
homemade Western / European breakfast for a great start to an adventurous day. Family
/ Group deals available. Located off Hwy 2 at Innisfail, exit 365, 14km west on the
Cottonwood road. Phone: 403-227-2654 www.krusiretreat.com
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Edgar Farms
Visit our farm store in May & June for the freshest sweetest and most tender asparagus from the
largest asparagus farm in Alberta. Located just 10 km west of Innisfail.
Fresh garden peas in July & August. Always available, a great selection of other seasonal
vegetables, homemade pickles, jams, relishes, pies, home raised angus beef and much more.
Phone: 403-227-2443 www.edgarfarms.com
16 Bowden Sun Maze & Eagle Creek Flowers
Visit the Parklands newest country attraction of 3 mazes of sunflowers, corn and sorghum,
alongside thousands of u-pick flowers. Phone: 403-224-3995
17 Bowden Pioneer Museum
“Preserving Local History,” the exhibits include: Disappearing Landscape (grain elevators), Bob Hoare
Photographic Studio, Avon Collection – over 6000 pieces, St. Matthews Anglican Church (Bowden’s oldest
remaining building) and hundreds of local historical artifacts. Phone 403-224-2122
18 Innisfail And District Historical Village
One of the largest museums in Central Alberta, the Historical Village also hosts numerous special events
during summer months. The ‘Stopping House’ at the museum is the only preserved stopping house from
the days of stagecoach travel on the historic C & E Trail. Phone 403-227-2906 www.innisfailhistory.ca
19 Innisfail Aquatic Centre And Outdoor Water Spray Park
Great fun for those hot summer days. Tennis courts, playground and picnic tables adjacent to
the outdoor spray park. The indoor aquatic centre has daily public swim times with the annual
September triathlon. Phone: 403-227-2920 www.innisfail.com
20 Innisfail Century Theatre
Enjoy nightly first run movies.
For upcoming events phone 403-227-2188 or check www.centurytheatre.ca
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West end of Innisfail adjacent to the Innisfail Golf Course on
Hwy 54. 40 treed sites all with 15 amp power, hot showers, day
use area, playground, firewood and hiking trails.
Phone: 403-318-3508
A registered provincial historic site built in 1893 by Dr. and
Barbara George. Dr. George was the surgeon for the North West
Mounted Police. Mrs. George designed the Alberta provincial crest.
The home also housed the province’s first natural museum before
becoming Katy Jane’s home and boarding house.
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World class 27 hole facility, this course has developed into one
of Alberta’s finest. Phone: 403-227-3444 www.innisfailgolf.ca
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Site of the annual mid-June Innisfail Pro Rodeo
and the mid-August Ivan Daines Country Music Picnic.
The Ranch is located
4 miles north of Innisfail on the historic Calgary & Edmonton
Trail. Phone: 403-227-3166
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It may include a day of
waterskiing or fishing on
beautiful Gleniffer Lake or an
evening drift down the Red Deer
River. Or it may be a weekend of
wild action at the Daines Rodeo
Ranch just north of town. It
may just include sampling some
mouth watering saskatoon pie
with ice cream or a cappuccino
in one of our quaint country
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The damsite overlooking the Red Deer River Valley,
offers an information display, numerous scenic
viewpoints, beautifully landscaped picnic
areas and some great fishing
holes.
Choose one of our pre-planned day trips, or chart and explore one of your own. Please see the descriptions around the map which correspond with the coloured trips below.
The Icelandic Tour
Experience the beauty
of Central Alberta in a
leisurely drift down the Red Deer River.
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Innisfail & District
Historical Village
Innisfail & Area
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Innisfail Pro Rodeo
Be our guest at the home of the “Poet of the Rocky Mountains,” the
peaceful homestead where the renowned Stephan G. Stephansson
farmed by day and wrote by night. Costumed guides
provide interpretive tours with a glimpse into
Alberta’s Icelandic heritage and the life
of this famous IcelandicCanadian poet.
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Now, 250 years after Anthony Henday,
the adventurous are still getting
out to enjoy the experiences of the
country side. Today’s ‘walk on the
wild side’ may include a morning
picking strawberries at The Jungle
Farm followed by an afternoon up
close to the famous movie bears
and lions in Innisfail’s Discovery
Wildlife Park.
2 Stephansson House Provincial Historic Site
2 km
Discovery Wildlife Park
A hundred years later found the Danish
and Icelandic settlers taking their own
long walk on the wild side. They liked
the area so much they ended up staying
to build their own cultural communities.
The short drive to Historic Markerville
or the Hamlet of Dickson will reveal
the fascinating heritage left by these
great pioneers.
5 Red Deer River
Discover Central Alberta’s Hidden Gem. Historic Markerville
boasts 3 historic sites within the tiny hamlet. The Markerville
Creamery Museum offers guided tours, a coffee shop featuring
Icelandic delights along with a regular menu and Foothills ice
cream, a tiny gift shop and a courtyard to enjoy the country
atmosphere. Open daily from Saturday, May 17 to September
1, 2014 from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.. Nestled on the banks of
the Medicine River, stroll the streets on our historical walking
tour with informational signage while enjoying the many species
of birds and wildlife and the beautiful residential gardens. The
Blacksmith Boutique is located in the hamlet and is open from
12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Markervile Berry & Vegetable is located
near the village of Markerville. At the farm you will find: U-Pick
Strawberries, U-Pick Saskatoons, U-Pick Raspberries, U-Pick
Vegetables, Picnic Area and Kiddie Bale Maze.
www.historicmarkerville.com
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In 1754 Anthony Henday took ‘a walk on
the wild side’ and became the first European
to experience the breathtaking view of the
Canadian Rockies. His entourage accompanied
by Cree Indians were on a fur trading
mission sent out by the Hudson
Bay Company. They first spotted
the Rockies from a hill just east of
Innisfail and then camped on the
shores of Innisfail’s Napoleon Lake.
Innisfail Golf
Club
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Fresh juicy strawberries ready for pickin’. Visit the greenhouses in May,
the strawberry fields in July & August, and the “pumpkin patch” in early
fall. Enjoy the hayrides and corn maze. Visit the website or facebook
page for more event listings. 6 km north of Innisfail on Hwy 2A and
then right on Range Road 362. Visit our website or facebook page for
other listings. Phone: 403-227-4231 www.TheJungleFarm.com
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1 The Jungle Farm
Historic Markerville Area
Hwy. 54
The Icelandic Tour
‘Cubs, Clubs and Cowboys’
21 Discovery Wildlife Park
Discovery Wildlife Park is offering great animal adventures this year! In May,
June and Sept. we offer school guided tours – a special way to have students
learn about the animal kingdom. July hosts our “Night at the Zoo” family
campout and fundraiser – spend the weekend with the animals! August 2nd is
“Zoo Fest,” our second annual fun family day at the zoo! “Zookeeper for the
Day” camps are offered in both July and August. Join our Facebook page to
get in on all the fun, and check out our website too. Plan to spend a whole day
taking part in our famous animal presentations!
Phone: 403-227-3211 www.discoverywildlifepark.com
22 Double Tree Village Museum
Step back in time and enjoy one of the largest historic villages in Alberta. Includes 25 buildings
of early 1900’s, everything from a church to a teepee. Recipients of Red Deer County’s Heritage Award
and Beautification Award. Everyone welcome including families, groups and schools. Located 36 km west
of Innisfail on Hwy 54. Open year round. Phone: 403-728-3875 www.doubletreevillage.com
23 White Creek Meats
A holistic approach to our land use, an environmentally responsible and sustainable farming model,
locally grown feeds and unspoiled grassland. Contact us for more information or a visit.
Web: www.whitecreekmeats.ca Email: [email protected]
24 Stone Productions Western & Wildlife Art Gallery
Artist John Stone has real life paintings of wildlife and birds in the ‘best little art gallery in the West.’
Come in and browse the Krafty Korner or relax in the tea room. 30 m. west of Bowden on Hwy 587 and 1/2 mile south on Hwy 22. Phone: 403-638-2116 www.johnstonepaintings.com
25 Pearson’s Berry Farm
Jams, gift baskets, local crafts, syrups, jellies, ciders, etc. available in a beautiful wooded setting.
Located 28 km west of Bowden on Hwy 587. Phone: 403-224-3011 www.homestylebeverages.com
26 River Ridge RV Park & Campground
Full and partial hook-ups on the west bank of the Little Red Deer River. 67 sites with beach, convenience
store, clean coin showers, playground, group camping area and security gate. Phone: 1-877-660-6923
27 Red Lodge Guest Ranch
Enjoy western hospitality including homestyle cooking, hay rides, and trail rides. Join us for fun ranch
roping and sorting. Spectators are welcome. Open year round, featuring Sunday brunch open to the
public 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.. Rustic cabins and RV parking available.
Phone: 403-224-3082 www.redlodgeoutfitters.com
28 Bowden Golf Course
This nine hole golf course is ideal for family or friends looking for a relaxing afternoon of golf.
Located adjacent to Highway 2 South at Bowden. Phone: 403-224-2121
29 RCMP Police Dog Service Training Centre
Five km south of Innisfail, the RCMP have their only dog training facility in Canada. PDSTC is the home
of the Canadian National Police Service Dog monument which was created in memory of all Police
Dogs killed in the line of duty for all Police Services in Canada. Training demonstrations are given every
Wednesday afternoon from May to September 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Take the Cottonwood Overpass exit
at South Innisfail and follow the signs. Phone: 403-227-3346 www.policedogs.ca
30 Napoleon Lake Natural Area / Centennial Park
A day use recreational area that includes the numerous hiking / biking trails around Napoleon Lake,
the lake shore wildlife viewing platform, a picnic area and kitchen shelter with tables and fire pits and
the Kinsmen playground for kids.