YHY → YEG

Great Slave Lake

Witness the massive scale of the deepest lake in North America as you climb away from Hay River.

Wood Buffalo National Park

View the eastern edge of Canada's largest national park, a vast expanse of boreal forest and plains.

Athabasca River Basin

Observe the intricate network of tributaries and wetlands that feed into the Athabasca system.

Alberta Heartland

Watch the transition from wild northern muskeg to the structured patterns of central Alberta farmland.

Edmonton Perimeter

Get a clear view of the growing suburban developments and industrial areas on Edmonton's eastern flank.

Hay River Meanders

See the dramatic oxbow loops of the Hay River as it winds its way toward the Great Slave Lake.

Cameron Hills

View the rising plateau of the Cameron Hills, a distinct topographic break in the northern plains.

Peace River Valley

Cross over the deeply incised valley of the Peace River, one of the most significant geographic features of the route.

Rocky Mountain Silhouettes

On clear days, look far to the southwest to see the distant, faint outlines of the Canadian Rockies.

YEG Approach

View the Leduc agricultural area and the Queen Elizabeth II Highway during the final descent into Edmonton.