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3About Edson, AB
Edson sits on Highway 16 (the Yellowhead), about halfway between Edmonton and Jasper, making it a natural stopover for anyone heading to the mountains. It's 228 km west of Edmonton and 85 km east of Hinton, with Highway 32 running north to Whitecourt (97 km) for regular local trips. Edmonton International Airport is the closest major airport, while the small Edson Airport serves regional flights. Downtown, look for the giant lumberjack chainsaw sculpture, a nod to the town's forestry roots.
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Edson, AB is in Canada, at 53.582, -116.434 - about 85 km east of Hinton, AB.
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What is the closest airport to Edson, AB?
The closest airport to Edson, AB is Whitecourt Airport, 92 km (about 1 h 13 min by car).