Fort McMurray Travel Guide

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Pro

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 Everyone is employed! 


Con

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 Everything cost a fortune! 


In a nutshell

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 An amazing place I will never forget! 

 

Explore Fort McMurray

Things to Do  

Learn about the oil industry

Learn about the oil industry, Fort McMurray

 Karlie85 Says:  I've just visited Fort McMurray for the first time, and I can say there's not a ton to do there unless you're into outdoor activities. I was only there for the weekend with my siblings-in-law who live there, so we decided to check out the Discovery Centre as they hadn't been... 

The Magnificent Stone Wall

The Magnificent Stone Wall, Fort McMurray

 amir2000ca Says:  This historical building has been around for ages, what is usually observed by all tourists is the incrdible design of the stones put into this building. An apartment, which some lucky residents even call home!!!The facinating design has visitors coming back for more because... 

World First Ever "Ramp Across the Road"

World First Ever "Ramp Across the Road", Fort McMurray

 amir2000ca Says:  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... 

Fort McMurray Art Gallery

Fort McMurray Art Gallery, Fort McMurray

 amir2000ca Says:  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... 

The Famous Hanging Chair

The Famous Hanging Chair, Fort McMurray

 amir2000ca Says:  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... 

Mind-boggling Construction (Absolute work of art)

Mind-boggling Construction (Absolute work of art), Fort McMurray

 amir2000ca Says:  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... 

Exquisite Choice of Alcohol

Exquisite Choice of Alcohol, Fort McMurray

 amir2000ca Says:  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 Famous Disposal System

The Famous Disposal System, Fort McMurray

 amir2000ca Says:  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. 

Boston Pizza!!

Boston Pizza!!, Fort McMurray

 amir2000ca Says:  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... 

Hotels  

Merit Suites

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Restaurants  

Original Joe's: Reliable food, poor service

Original Joe's: Reliable food, poor service, Fort McMurray

 Karlie85 Says:  I was visiting my brother- and sister-in-law in Ft Mac for the weekend and we decided to go out to eat on Saturday night. There aren't a lot of options for dining out there - mostly just the standard places like Moxie's, Earl's and the like. The food at OJ's is always good... 

Spaghetti Joe's: Great Italian Food

Spaghetti Joe's: Great Italian Food, Fort McMurray

 rdo911 Says:  The restaurant is attached to the Merit Hotel. Great service, friendly people. Good soup and great lasagna. 

Boston Pizza: Boston Pizza

Boston Pizza: Boston Pizza, Fort McMurray

 amir2000ca Says:  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... 

Pestos cafe: don't forget to tip!!!

Pestos cafe: don't forget to tip!!!, Fort McMurray

 hoddinott Says:  pestos is a little cafe in fort mcmurray. it used to be my favourite place to go in and have a cup of coffee and dessert. Recently my husband and I went there for a night out, my husband forgot to leave a tip on the dabit machine...the waiter who was extremely rude actually... 

Transportation  

Highway 63---Heavy hauling to the oilsands

Highway 63---Heavy hauling to the oilsands, Fort McMurray

 Darby2 Says:  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... 

Fort McMurray Airport

Fort McMurray Airport, Fort McMurray

 rdo911 Says:  The airport is about a 20 minute taxi ride South of the city centre. WestJet and Air Canada are the largest carriers that fly into Fort McMurray. Other carriers include Air Mikisew, Corporate Express, and McMurray Aviation. 

Warnings and Dangers  

Beware of Foxes :-)

Beware of Foxes :-), Fort McMurray

 jamiesno Says:  I don't think you need to panic if you see a fox but being from Labrador you always wonder about rabies. However in Fort McMurray they seem very friendly.I spotted them around people at MacDonald Island and you can see in this picture they were not shy on the golf courses... 

Watch yourself!

Watch yourself!, Fort McMurray

 jamiesno Says:  I have never felt unsafe in Fort McMurray but I did avoid lots of places. When I did go out in the nights you did get the feeling you should be careful.A young Labrador man was murdered in Fort McMurray outside of a bar and that really makes you wake up. His murders... 

Sports & Outdoors  

Fort McMurray Golf Club Back 9 - Holes 10 - 18

Fort McMurray Golf Club Back 9 - Holes 10 - 18, Fort McMurray

 jamiesno Says:  Hole 10 - 388 Yard Dogleg Right Par 4 - A good tee shot will leave an approach shot of 160 yards over a large creek to a large green gaurded by bunkers in teh front and on the right side.Hole 11 - 560 Yard Par 5 - Demanding tee shot as the hole is gaurded by a large pond on... 

Fort McMurray Golf Club Hole #2

Fort McMurray Golf Club Hole #2, Fort McMurray

 jamiesno Says:  Hole #2 - Water comes into play about 230 yards off the tee on the left side. A good tee shot will leave an approach shot of 175 yards to a green surrounded by bunkers. Some of the golf etiquette at the course included:Player's assistant will monitor slow play.Dress code... 

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Visitor Information / Other Web SItes
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Visitor Information Center in Fort McMurray

Favorite thing: When you are entering Fort McMurray on highway 63 north on your right hand side you will see the following building with visitor information.

I got a town map and guide from here.

Fondest memory: Here are some other web sites you might find good information from on Fort McMurray.

http://www.fortmcmurraytourism.com
http://www.fortmcmurraytoday.com
http://www.mymcmurray.com
http://www.oilsands.cc
http://www.woodbuffalo.net

Updated Apr 28, 2005

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