Alberta Destinations

Fort McMurray and Wood Buffalo: all that’s missing is you

Welcome to Fort McMurray and the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo – Alberta’s “Northern Light.”
Nestled in the boreal forest at the confluence of four rivers, Fort McMurray is a vibrant community; rich in history with unlimited potential for the future.

The Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo consists of Fort McMurray and ten smaller rural communities. Stretching from north-central Alberta to the borders of Saskatchewan and the Northwest Territories, it ranks, by area, among the largest municipalities in North America.

The historic rivers and lakes within the region are guaranteed to give fishing enthusiasts a story to tell and it won’t be about the one that got away!

Whether your preference is to enjoy a full-service fishing lodge package or take in an outpost camp experience, drive-in or fly-in style, the region has the facility operators who can make your dream a reality.

Revel in the beauty of a northern Alberta landscape, broken only by the eerie call of a solitary wolf, the stunning surprise of a sea of sand in the middle of the boreal forest, or the knowledge that you are tracing the historic river route of the early fur traders.

Local outfitters can tailor your outing to match your skill level and sense of adventure. Jet boats, canoes, kayaks and personal water craft operators share the river highways, and all must yield to in and outbound floatplanes.

Fort Chipewyan is Alberta’s oldest settled community, with 200 years of rich history. This is a destination that has enticed explorers, fur traders and adventure enthusiasts since the 18th Century.

Explore the wild splendor of Canada’s northern boreal plains, where whooping cranes call and bison roam free in Wood Buffalo National Park.

Discover the true meaning of hospitality in one of Fort McMurray’s many hotels, motels, and bed and breakfast properties or enjoy one of the RV parks and campgrounds in the area.

Take a tour of the Athabasca Oil Sands. On packages or stepon tours, available throughout the summer, you will visit either the Suncor Energy or Syncrude Canada plant site and see just how big is BIG. Tours include admission to the Oil Sands Discovery Centre and Heritage Park. Advance reservations are required.

In Fort McMurray and the Wood Buffalo region, all that’s missing is you!

Contact Fort McMurray Tourism today at 1-800-565-3947 or visit them on the web at www.fortmcmurraytourism.com. They will be pleased to provide any information or assistance you require.

Information supplied by Fort McMurray Tourism.