Wayne, Alberta facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Wayne
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Former hamlet
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Rosedeer Hotel in Wayne
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 Wayne
Location in Town of Drumheller
Wayne
Location in Alberta
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| Country | Canada |
| Province | Alberta |
| Municipality | Town of Drumheller |
| Elevation | 695 m (2,280 ft) |
| Time zone | UTC−7 (MST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−6 (MDT) |
| Area code(s) | 403, 587, 825 |
Wayne is a small community in Alberta, Canada. It is part of the Town of Drumheller. Wayne used to be a "hamlet," which is a very small village. It joined Drumheller on January 1, 1998.
This community is about 10 kilometers (6 miles) southeast of Drumheller. It is also about 104 kilometers (65 miles) northeast of Calgary. Wayne sits in the beautiful Rosebud River valley. It is about 695 meters (2,280 feet) above sea level.
To reach Wayne, you travel on Highway 10X. This road goes through a deep canyon in the badlands. The canyon is about 150 meters (490 feet) deep. You will cross 11 bridges over the Rosebud River to get there!
Wayne is located in a part of Alberta called Census Division No. 5. It was also in a federal voting area known as Crowfoot.
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What to See in Wayne
Wayne was once a busy place with several coal mines. These mines closed down in the 1950s. Today, Wayne is known for a few historic spots.
The Rosedeer Hotel
One of the most famous places in Wayne is the Rosedeer Hotel. This old hotel has been around for a long time. It is a popular stop for visitors. The hotel helps tell the story of Wayne's past.
