Drayton Valley is located in central Alberta, Canada. The city is nestled between two rivers, the North Saskatchewan River on one side and the Pembina River on the other.
Drayton Valley became a village in 1956 and was officially designated a city in 1957. The city's economy is mostly focused on oil and gas mining. And participation from agriculture and forestry. The city also has a strong community of sports enthusiasts. It features popular activities such as ice hockey and rodeo.
Drayton Valley is also famous for its camping. The main campgrounds include Drayton Valley RV Park and Wiley West Campground, which are family-friendly. These areas offer beautiful scenery, hiking, biking, horseback riding, river floating, fishing, and a variety of outdoor activities.
Drayton Valley hosts many events throughout the year. Including car rallies, farmers markets, street parties, DV100 races, races, and much more, these events attract many visitors, making Drayton Valley a lively place to live and visit.