Drumheller
0Alberta, Canada
About Drumheller
Drumheller is a stunning Alberta gem famous for its dramatic badlands landscape, world-class dinosaur discoveries, and iconic hoodoo formations. It offers international visitors a unique blend of prehistoric wonder, natural beauty, and rich cultural heritage.
Best Time to Visit
Visit from May to September for warm weather and full access to outdoor attractions.
July and August offer the longest days and peak festival season, ideal for exploring the badlands.
Top Attractions
MuseumRoyal Tyrrell Museum
One of the world's premier paleontology museums, showcasing an extraordinary collection of dinosaur fossils.
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Natural AttractionWillow Creek Hoodoos
Iconic sandstone hoodoo formations rising dramatically from the Alberta badlands landscape.
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LandmarkWorld's Largest Dinosaur
A towering T-Rex replica offering panoramic views of Drumheller from its mouth.
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Natural AttractionHorseshoe Canyon
A breathtaking badlands canyon with vibrant layered rock colours and tranquil hiking trails.
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Natural AttractionDrumheller Badlands
A striking UNESCO-recognized landscape of eroded hoodoos, coulees, and ancient geological formations.
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Historic SiteAtlas Coal Mine National Historic Site
Canada's last standing wooden coal tipple and a fascinating window into Alberta's mining history.
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Cultural AttractionThe Little Church
A charming miniature church seating just six people, open 24 hours a day to all visitors.
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Entertainment VenueBadlands Amphitheatre
A spectacular outdoor concert venue nestled among hoodoos, offering unforgettable performances under prairie skies.
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ParkMidland Provincial Park
A scenic provincial park combining life-size dinosaur displays, museum access, and breathtaking badlands vistas.
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Scenic ViewpointOrkney Viewpoint
A stunning elevated lookout delivering sweeping views over the Red Deer River valley and prairie landscape.
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RecreationDinosaur Trail Golf & Country Club
A scenic golf course offering a unique round with stunning badlands and green valley as a backdrop.
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Natural AttractionHorsethief Canyon
A rugged and colourful canyon offering dramatic views and rewarding hiking through the badlands.
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