Rural attractions
Discover the wide-open beauty of rural Strathcona County, where nature, adventure, and authentic Alberta experiences come together. Just minutes from urban comforts, visitors can explore scenic trails, rolling farmland, and peaceful lakes ideal for hiking, cycling, horseback riding, and wildlife viewing. From paddling across tranquil waters to enjoying local farm markets and countryside retreats, the region invites you to slow down and reconnect with the outdoors. Whether you're seeking a weekend escape or a day trip full of fresh air and prairie charm, rural Strathcona County offers a refreshing blend of recreation, relaxation, and unforgettable landscapes.
PHOTO: BAR OA FLOWER FARM
Open Farm Days
On August 15-16, travel throughout Strathcona County to enjoy Alberta Open Farm Days. The annual event connects you directly with the people who grow, raise, and produce local food. You will find educational experiences, family-friendly activities, and a closer connection to local agriculture – with local farms ready to welcome you! Scroll down to see the participating farms and plan your weekend stops.
For more information, visit the Alberta Open Farm Days website.
Bar OA Farms
Stop in for a visit and wander through our flower fields, and join a guided garden tour. Guests can take part in our u-pick flower experience, harvesting their own stems to create a bouquet.
Barr Estate Winery
Visit one of Alberta's only cottage winery and enjoy mini tours of the winery. Meet the animals that live on the working farm including sheep, cows and donkeys, and stroll through the artisan market.
Experience Alberta - Chicks N Chaps
Join us on Sunday, August 16th from 11 am to 3:30 pm at our charming mixed farm, just 35 minutes east of Edmonton in Strathcona County.
Hahn Angus Meat Market
Take a tour, meet the animals, learn about how we care for our cattle, and enjoy the beautiful Alberta countryside.
Lamberry Ranch
Lamberry offers a welcoming, hands-on rural experience centered on locally grown food and sustainable agriculture.
Off Grid YEG
Tour our first-generation homestead where we live fully off the grid, growing food the way our grandparents did – by hand, with patience and with deep respect for the land.
Pierogerie
Welcome to Pierogerie, where we grow pierogi from the ground up. Pierogerie Polish Foods Inc. is Alberta’s first certified organic Polish pierogi maker and first ÉCONOMUSÉE® Pierogi Maker.