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 Road side scene enroute to
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From Edmonton it is roughtly 480 kilometers and between 4 and 5 hours of driving time. Mostly single lane driving with some passing areas.
Be careful if your trying to pass the larger transport trucks on these roads. I got stuck behind rows of them at times.
The scenary is not as dramatic as you will find in the Alberta mountains. Most of the landscape is flat with farms along the way.
In this picture is a typical scene enroute to Fort McMurray from Edmonton. Leave a Comment Theme: Car/Motor Home
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With the rapid development of the Oilsands, there's a lot of heavy truck traffic to and from Ft. Mac. day and night....and some of the loads are gigantic, taking up both lanes of the highway. These moves are very well supervised and have many pilot cars and trucks directing traffic, lifting power lines. Some of the biggest loads have been in the 500-850 ton range and take anywhere from 5-10 days to move from Edmonton to the final site. There have been as many as seven tractors combined pulling and pushing the huge loads. Most of the biggest loads are moved in winter when the roads are frozen solid.
Here's a link to some high resolution images in my pbase Gallery of the big rigs:
Big rigs on the way to Fort McMurray
Here's a link to a video I shot of it as it moved through Two Hills, Alberta:
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One cannot pass by and not remember the remarkable and illustrious disposal facilities brought upon all tourists in Fort McMurray. The impressive design and placement of the bins is majestic and skillful work of art distinctly unique to this beautiful town. Address: Everywhere
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Enjoy a cool evening by the liquor store as the delightful breeze passes by, one cannot help but enjoy a sip of Fort McMurray’s superb selection of alcoholic beverages. The already charming work of art that is noticed in the streets will only become more lovely.
Luckily for the tourists you will not only find one but 2 liquor stores in every square kilometer, that means no matter where you are it's less than a 5 minute walk, so get out there and enjoy this great offer.
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Astonishing to see a miraculous display of construction taking place all around town, surprising enough watching the construction take place is totally FREE!! Yup you heard right you can bring on your daily six-pack and sit by and watch the cranes go up and down carrying immense loads. An experience enjoyed by all ages and cultural backgrounds, you will find yourself losing track of the time as you spend time enjoying such a fantastic activity
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Oh that historical hanging chair laying out there on Confederation road, many memories captured by the “Hanging Chair”, as it is now becoming one of Fort McMurray’s famous landmarks. It is very common to spot well known celebrities making the trip to this part of town to get a glimpse of the chair. A collective agreement has been passed recently by the Fort McMurray municipality which approved the 2006 proposal to start the construction for a SECOND HANGING CHAIR!! I know I was shocked to hear it myself but the excitement just took over, if all goes well the 2nd hanging chair should be up and running by mid-late 2009.
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A fantastic high class restaurant with everything to offer, an unbelievably extraordinary crowd brings a lively experience that is enjoyed by all visitors and tourists. It’s become a very common saying amongst Boston Pizza loyalists and other visitors that once you go to Boston Pizza in Fort McMurray you never want to leave town and are they ever right, this amazing place brings a vibe into your blood that you’ll remember for the rest of your life. Address: TimberleaDirections: In Timberlea, you won't miss it, the area around it has been so beautifully cleared so that it can be noticed
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The tremendous display of art that fills this place is one that has lasting memories. A recent report estimated the average value of each piece was worth over $670,400!! Visitors can enjoy the gallery for an unbelievably low cost of $25 for adults, $20 for students, children and seniors can enter for only $5.
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Although still under construction, this ramp will become famous world wide, it represents a fantastic display of art, where pedestrians and vehicles can enjoy being suspended in the air as they roll from one side to the other with a 12.5 m opening between the two sides of the ramp.
Pictures below show the construction that has begun, it is estimated that the "Fort McMurray Ramp Up" will be underway by early 2009.
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Get cheap flights to Fort McMurray. Airports in the area include Ft. Mcmurray (YMM). Check flights to Fort McMurray when you want to visit these nearby places: .
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8200 Franklin Avenue, Fort McMurray - Travelodge Fort Mcmurray
9713 Hardin Street (formerly Travelodge), Fort McMurray - Quality Hotel And Conference Center Fort Mcmurray
424 Gregoire Drive, Fort McMurray - Super 8 Motel - Fort Mcmurray
321 Sakitawaw Trail Memorial Dr. & Beacon Hill, Fort McMurray
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