Edson at a Glance
Travel on the Trans Canada Yellowhead Highway 16 and discover the town of Edson,
located midway between Edmonton
and Jasper
National Park. This town boasts a friendly community and thrives on a prosperous
economy of oil and gas. Several lakes and rivers dot the region providing good
fishing opportunities as well as hunting for elk, deer, moose and bear. Camping
is another popular activity with 32 campgrounds found within the area. Recreation
plays a major role in the community and many facilities are available including
the 18-hole Edson
Golf Course, parks such as Kinsmen
Park and Rotary
Skateboard Park, ball diamonds, outdoor arenas, the Leisure
Centre and more. Walking and biking trails can be found along the edges of
town. Year-round festivals take place with popular events in the summer including
the Annual
Sidewalk Jamboree and Kinsmen
Slo-pitch Tournament. Learn about the history and culture of this prairie
town at the Galloway
Station Museum and Red
Brick Arts Centre. Make a stop in Edson and uncover the charm of a friendly
Alberta town.
WELCOME TO Edson!
