From peaks and valleys to golden fields, towering trees and showstopping cascades, there’s plenty to see from coast to coast but few sights will take your breath away like Kakwa Falls, Alberta.

Location

Located approximately two hours southwest of Grande Prairie, this 30-metre plunge near the BC border is widely considered the tallest waterfall in the province.

With lakes and creeks, flowers, and mountain views, various animals including caribou to grizzly bears, call Kakwa Wildland Provincial Park home.

In addition, admirers will find a diversity of plants throughout—though we’d recommend bringing equipment to help you navigate.

Photo via Alberta Wilderness Association

This particular park does not give up its beauty easily, so survival gear and snacks to fuel the adventure should be on your packing list.

Activities & expereinces

According to Alberta Parks, there are over 650 square kilometres to explore and plenty to do, from backcountry camping, fishing, OHV Riding, hiking, Geocaching and wildlife viewing.

The falls? They’re the cherry on top!

To get there, follow this map provided by Alberta Parks and pack light—you’ll have to hike 1.2 kilometres from the provincial park day-use area to the falls viewpoint.

Once you’ve made it, snap some photos and enjoy a picnic. It’s pretty special, so you’ll want to savour the moment!

Enjoy!

Kakwa Falls, Kakwa Wildland Provincial Park – Alberta

Where: See directions here

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Cassandra Stefanic

Regional Editor, Prairies –Cassandra is a Calgary-based journalist with a deep appreciation for music, film, food, travelling, and storytelling. When she’s not chasing a story, writing, or editing, you’ll likely find her in the mountains, binge-watching a new series, at a speakeasy, cooking, or getting lost in a Taylor Swift re-record.

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