Tourism

Tourism

From the breath of the prairies and meandering Bow River to the iconic badlands, Wheatland County has it all! Wheatland County is the gateway to Royal Tyrell Museum and points further afield.

Hamlet of Rosebud

The quaint artist community of Rosebud is located in the heart of the badlands, only a short drive from Drumheller. The community hosts numerous attractions including:

· Boutique shopping, art galleries, a centennial museum, and many comfortable accommodation options.
· Alberta’s only professional rural theatre.

Performances are staged at the Opera House and Studio Stage by an acting company made up of resident ensemble members, student apprentices (from Rosebud School of the Arts) and guest artists from around the world. Guests of the theatre are also treated to a buffet and live music in the historic Mercantile Dining Room. The Rosebud Theatre welcomes more than 30,000 guests each year. In the summer there’s live outdoor music on the Festival Stage.

· The Annual Rosebud Chamber Music Festival.
· A range of unique bed and breakfast establishments.

Options include Rosebud Country Inn, Banks and Braes, Rose Cottage Bed and Breakfast, and Arbour Guest House. There is also the High Eagle RV Resort.

There are good investment opportunities for housing developers, restaurants, and other services in Rosebud.

Guest Ranches

The Rocking R Ranch offer luxury chalets, equestrian experiences and a perfect wedding and event venue all in on location. The Wheatland Shores Campground is a municipal campground run by the Rocking R Ranch and offer lots for RV camping.

Golf

Wheatland County has three world-class golf courses that are only a short drive from Calgary. Make sure to include Wheatland County as part of your golf season.

· Muirfield Lakes Golf Club (18 hole)
· Speargrass Golf Course (18 hole)
· Oxbow Country Golf Course (9 hole)

WC Experiences

Wheatland County Tourism Initiative

Muirfield Lakes Golf Club

Start your tour with a round of golf at the beautiful Muirfield Lakes Golf Club.

The club offers a challenging links-style golf course for the most discerning golfer, while also very accommodating for the occasional golfer and those just learning the game.

The course is a par 70, 6,400 yards and you will be challenged by multiple water, sand, and tall grass features; however, the unprecedented prairie and mountain views will take your breath away!

Four Sisters Farm

Four Sisters Farm is focused on providing Strathmore and area an opportunity for up-close, hands-on educational, social, and overall unique experience.

EH Farms

Eh Farms is a family-owned, local Wheatland County pig farm specializing in the unique Red Mangalitsa Heritage Pigs. The Mangalitsa is one of the last breeds in the world to sport a wooly coat. They are also known as the ‘Kobe beef’ of pork. Having and raising them on our farm is my dream come true. Many don’t understand the dedication and care that goes into raising livestock. Sharing my story I hope to educate everyone about life on the farm and the vital role agriculture plays in their lives.

Experience the farm in person!

Rocking R Ranch

Southern Alberta’s premier guest ranch east of Calgary has luxurious cabins with stunning views, cozy fireplaces, and so much more! Delicious home-cooked breakfasts are served to your cabin daily, you can take your pick of local tours and attractions or book some time with our horses. To finish off the day, take a soak in the outdoor hot tub..

Beginners can book a two-hour introduction to horses while more experienced riders can take a scenic trail ride or go all in with a three-day equestrian adventure with days on horseback and nights under star-filled skies.

Rosebud Theatre

Rosebud Theatre is a hidden gem that excels in combining delicious food, gracious hospitality, and professional live theatre and entertainment in a serene and peaceful river valley. Come live the Rosebud Experience.

Rosebud Theatre welcomes more that 30,000 guests each year to be transported by the power of story on both the Opera House stage and the Studio Stage. That, along with a delicious buffet meal in the Mercantile makes for the perfect getaway, and in the summer there’s live outdoor music on our Festival Stage. The tiny hamlet also offers boutique shopping, art galleries, centennial museum, and many comfortable accommodation options.

Rosebud Country Inn

Located 99 km from Calgary, Rosebud Country Inn is a photographer’s dream nestled in the valley of a river that winder through fields, and badlands. Whether you are coming to enjoy the theatre or the quiet rural Alberta landscape, they are pleased to have you in their home.

Only steps away from Rosebud Theatre, a live dinner and performance venue where many shows a year are put on by students, instructors, and visiting artists from the Rosebud School of the Arts. 35 km away is Drumheller, home to the world-famous Royal Tyrrell Museum, The Canadian Badlands Passion Play, and The Altas Coal Mine Historic site.

Banks and Braes

Banks and Braes was purpose-built with guest comfort as its principal objective. High ceilings and generous spaces filled with beautiful pieces make it both restful and dynamic, inviting and interesting. In the tradition of English country-house hotels, where stately homes are converted to accommodate guests, each room has a character of its own.

Wheatland Shores Campground

At Wheatland Shores Campground, we provide a range of camping options to suit every preference. From spacious RV sites with full hookups to cozy tent sites surrounded by nature’s beauty, we have the perfect spot for you to relax and unwind. Our campground offers modern amenities, including clean washrooms, showers, picnic areas, and fire pits, ensuring your comfort during your stay. Immerse yourself in the tranquil ambiance of the campsite and create lasting memories with your loved ones.