LAND ACKNOWLEDGMENT
ENGLISH
We respectfully acknowledge the traditional and ancestral lands of the First Nations peoples of Treaty 6, Treaty 8 and Treaty 10 territories and the Homeland of the Métis people. Lac La Biche County continues to be home to Indigenous peoples since time immemorial, and we recognize the vital contributions of Indigenous culture, history and perspectives in our shared past, present and future.
CREE
Nimanācitānān naskwēyasihtamōwin nēhīyaw ōtipamakan askiya ēkwa ōtipimiso askiy. Wāwāskēsiw sākahikanihk kiyāpic nēhīyaw isiyiniw ēwīkiw aspin ohci kakiskisihk ēkwa nisitawēyitīnan nēhīyaw kayas pimacihowin ēkwa ēwāpatamahk asonamātōwin pīci ōtahk, anohc mēkwac, ēkwa ōtīnīkan.
FRENCH
Nous reconnaissons respectueusement les terres traditionnelles et ancestrales des peuples des Premières Nations faisant partie des territoires visés par le Traité no 6, le Traité no 8 et le Traité no 10 ainsi que la terre natale des Métis. Le comté de Lac La Biche abrite les peuples autochtones depuis des temps immémoriaux, et nous reconnaissons l’apport essentiel de la culture, de l’histoire et des perspectives autochtones à notre passé, notre présent et notre avenir collectifs.
NORTHERN MICHIF
Neyanân meyo totumakew’iyahk nusk’wesihtâmayhk anihi kayâs ochi kâkê itotumihk mêna wâhkomâkunak uskêa ochi
First Nations âyisêniwahk ochi Treaty 6, Treaty 8 mêna Treaty 10 ooma uskêkana mêna anima Neginân’uskê ochi li Metis âyisêniwak.
Lac La Biche County âhkume’yihta neginân kichi Indigenous âyisêniwak isko kêsikâw tipahikun namoya wekâch pooni’payiw, mêna neyanân nistâwi’namahk anihi kêchi’towun pukitinih’towina ochi Indigenous kayâs’pimâtsowin, kayâs’âchimowin mêna meskwêhtu’mowina oma keyanâw pâhkwe’numawewin kayâs’ochi, âyâw mekwach mêna nekân ote.
Caslan
Atmore
Town of Smoky Lake/ Métis Crossing
Tom Blyan Memorial Rodeo Grounds
Crow Lake Provincial Park/ Fort McMurray
LAC LA BICHE COUNTY MAYOR PAUL REUTOV
On behalf of Lac La Biche County, welcome to the Lac La Biche Region. From outdoor adventures like the Lakeland Canoe Circuit to authentic experiences of Indigenous culture and history, in the Lac La Biche Region you can explore the best of northern Alberta. We have the comforts you’d expect of a city, and access to the untamed outdoors in minutes.
Catch a monster walleye; step back in time at beautifully preserved historic sites; relax on sandy beaches; experience cultures from around the world; fuel your exploration with hearty dining options; and take in one-of-akind community events that you will want to tell your family and friends about. Where else can you do all this and more in a single spot?
Plus, First Nations and Métis Settlements, along with major French, Lebanese, Russian, Filipino, Ukrainian and Italian communities (among many others) call our Region home. These cultures, traditions, and cuisines give us a unique character that you won’t find anywhere else in Canada.
I am confident that the adventures you have here will be unforgettable, and I hope that you will return for more soon.
Lac La Biche Region team members strive to include welcome remarks from regional Indigenous leaders.
BUFFALO
LAKE MÉTIS SETTLEMENT CHAIRMAN
STAN DELORME
Tansi, friends.
On behalf of our entire community, I would like to welcome you to Lac La Biche County and the Buffalo Lake Métis Settlement. We are a proud Métis community with a rich history and culture. We invite you to learn more about our community and our way of life. We hope you enjoy your time here and we are looking forward to sharing our culture with you. Thank you for visiting and we’d be happy to have you back here, time and time again. Best regards, and safe travels.
COUNCILLOR LEE THOM ON BEHALF OF KIKINO MÉTIS SETTLEMENT COUNCIL
The Kikino Métis Settlement Council on behalf of the Kikino Métis Settlement welcomes visitors to our region. Tourism in our area is growing rapidly and we are certainly pleased to see this and to encourage visitors to explore and experience our events, and the cultural, historical and economic importances our region has to offer. Our region is unique in offering all of this, especially with a combination of all the varied cultural and ethnic peoples and the special events, activities, and experiences open to guests, visitors and economic partners.
A JOINT MESSAGE FROM CHANTELLE SPARKLINGEYES, LAC LA BICHE MÉTIS DISTRICT 19 CAPTAIN, AND
JASON EKEBERG, CITIZEN’S REPRESENTATIVE, OTIPEMISIWAK MÉTIS GOVERNMENT - DISTRICT 19
TANSI and WELCOME to Lac La Biche, home to one of the oldest communities and one of the largest Indigenous communities in Alberta.
Lac La Biche is more than just a place; it’s a warm embrace of nature’s wonders and the spirit of a vibrant and diverse community. We are thrilled to extend our hand in friendship and welcome you to our home. This home was created from years of sacrifices and contributions of our Ancestors who were here before us who welcomed voyageurs, explorers and travelers to the shores of this beautiful community.
Our community is built on the values of inclusivity, mutual support, and a deep appreciation for the land that sustains us. We celebrate our cultural diversity and strive to create a welcoming environment for everyone who calls Lac La Biche home, as well as those who are just passing through.
Our rich Indigenous heritage graces our Homeland, it’s an essential part of our collective identity, and we encourage you to learn and celebrate it with us. So, once again, welcome to Lac La Biche!
RESOURCE ONE ABORIGINAL BUSINESS ASSOCIATION PRESIDENT SHAWN MCDONALD
Tanisi, on behalf of Resource One Aboriginal Business Association and our Board, I proudly welcome you to the Lac La Biche Region, the region is culturally rich and diverse and prides itself in helping each other especially in times of need. Our Association firmly believes in economic reconcili-action in creating meaningful partnerships and is driven by upholding our responsibility as stewards of the lands, come and visit and see for yourself the beauty of the Lac La Biche Region.
kinanâskomitin
THINGS TO DO:
Head down the road to Christy Creek Honey for a tour. Sample some delicious local honey and pick up some souvenirs.
Take a short 25-minute drive over to Pinehurst Lake for fishing, swimming, or ATVing.
Get the fam out for a skate or quick game of shinny at the outdoor rink.
WHERE TO STAY:
A field for camping is available across from the Craigend Community Centre. Contact the Craigend Recreation and Agricultural Society for information.
Additional camping can be found at the Pinehurst Lake Campground, Fork Lake Campground, and Rich Lake 4H Campground.
Cabins can be found at Elinor Lake Getaway, 23 km east. For more information, visit elinorlakeresort.com/cabin-rentals.
Hotels can be found nearby in Lac La Biche (roughly 20 km north).
2025 EVENTS:
August 16 is Alberta Open Farm Days. Head to Christy Creek Honey to learn about bee keeping in Alberta.
CRAIGEND HALL / CRAIGEND REC & AG SOCIETY
CROW LAKE PROVINCIAL PARK
Treaty 8
THINGS TO DO:
Crow Lake is a great lake for paddling. Make sure to pack your canoe, kayak, or SUP for the weekend. Motorized boats are not allowed.
Visitors who enjoy wildlife viewing and birding will enjoy this northern park. Adjacent to Crow Lake Ecological Reserve, bears and birds are frequently spotted.
AMENITIES:
• Hand Launch
• Pit Toilets
• Firewood
• Firepits
Treaty 6
THINGS TO DO:
Fish for pike or walleye in Elinor Lake.
Hit the trails in Lakeland Provincial Park and Provincial Recreation Area. In the winter, cruise through the boreal forest on a snowmobile. In the summer, hike around the lake.
Pack your binoculars for bird watching and wildlife viewing. You might spot some deer, black bears, or moose.
Watch the stars shine above the lake. If you’re lucky, the northern lights might also put on a show.
Enjoy a day of ice fishing with friends, before heading back to your cozy cabin for a warm meal and time to read a good book.
WHERE TO STAY:
Permanent lots for RVs and cabins are available at Elinor Lake Resort.
Cabins can be found at Elinor Lake Getaway. Visit elinorlakeresort.com/cabin-rentals/.
BARRISTER AND SOLICITOR
RANDOLPH R. BENSON
B.A., LL.B.
P.O. Box 574
100, 10233 - 101 Avenue
Lac La Biche, AB T0A 2C0
TEL. NO.: 780-623-4177
A large canvas tent can be booked through Off Road Adventures (“Rustic Camping Experience”): offroadrentals.ca.
Hotels can be found nearby in Lac La Biche (roughly 20 km north).
THINGS TO DO:
Swim, kayak, or stand-up paddleboard. Fork Lake is a beautiful, but shallow lake.
Build a sand castle on the white sandy beach, located at Lac La Biche County’s Fork Lake Campground.
Enjoy pizza or ice cream from Rich Lake Corner Gas Inc. in Rich Lake, a short 10-minute drive away.
WHERE TO STAY:
There are two campgrounds on Fork Lake. Lac La Biche County’s Fork Lake Campground features a beach, cooking shelter and playground. Fork Lake campground is first-come, first-served.
WHERE TO STAY CONTINUED:
On the other side of the lake is the Rich Lake 4H Campground, operated by the Rich Lake Ag Society. This campground is perfect for family reunions or large group trips. The 4H Campground is available for group bookings between May and October. To book, visit richlakeagsociety.com.
Cabins can be found at Wildly Eweneek Cabins: https://www.eweneek.ca/
Hotels can be found nearby in Lac La Biche (roughly 50 km north).
Treaty 8
THINGS TO DO:
Spend the day at the beach and go for a swim in Heart Lake.
Canoe or kayak around the lake.
Witness the incredible talent found at the Heart Lake First Nation Pow Wow.
WHERE TO STAY:
Campsites are available at the Heart Lake First Nation Campground. Additional campsites can be found at the Owl River Campground.
Cabins are available at Diesel’s Owl Hoot Cabins and Campground in Owl River, a short 30 minute drive away.
ANNUAL EVENTS:
Heart Lake First Nation Pow Wow is held annually in August. For more information, heartlakefirstnation.com/events/.
Treaty 6
THINGS TO DO:
Discover the Hylo/Venice Recreation and Agricultural Society, a community organization that hosts cultural, recreational, and agricultural events to promote community engagement. Look out for their upcoming events!
Visit North Buck Lake Provincial Recreational Area or Chump Lake Campground and enjoy the beautiful waters, an ideal location for fishing.
Indulge yourself in the pleasure of bird watching, while also appreciating the wildlife in your surroundings.
Give curling a go at the Lyon’s Den.
WHERE TO STAY:
Campsites are available a short 20-minute drive away at North Buck Lake (reserve through Alberta Parks) and Chump Lake (first-come, first-served).
Hotels can be found nearby in Lac La Biche (~27 km).
ANNUAL EVENTS:
Harvest Days is held annually every August. The event features a parade, pig catch, brisket cook-off, and more.
hylorecagsociety.com
DID YOU KNOW?
The hamlet of Hylo, with its Italian inhabitants, was originally going to be called Trieste. Hylo is actually the name of a card game played by railway workers.
Learn about traditional survival techniques and Métis culture at Hideaway Adventure Grounds.
Swim, fish, or boat on Whitefish Lake.
Have a beach day at Kikino Silver Birch Resort.
Play a round of paintball or mini golf at Painted Horse Paintball & Mini Putt: https://paintedhorsepaintball. com/
Bring your camera and binoculars to enjoy an early morning of birdwatching and nature photography.
Catch a Kikino Northern Lites performance to see the Métis dance troupe perform in-person.
Check out the largest Métis wagon in the province.
Relax in the round cedar barrel sauna at Hideaway Adventure Grounds.
Canvas tents and micro-cabins are available at Hideaway Adventure Grounds: hideawayadventuregrounds.ca
Cabins, powered campsites, and non-powered campsites are available to rent at Kikino Silver Birch Resort: www.kikinosilverbirch.ca
Kikino Silver Birch Rodeo and Celebration Days is held annually in August.
https://www.kikinoms.com/
HIDEAWAY ADVENTURE GROUNDS
Township Road 624, Kikino Métis Settlement hideawayadventuregrounds.ca hideawayadventure@gmail.com 780-623-8885
Connect with nature, culture and yourself. Have your eyes, mind and heart opened while experiencing the sheer joy of being on the land. At Hideaway Adventure Grounds, you have the opportunity to unplug while learning traditional Métis teachings that bring you closer to Mother Earth and introduce you to Indigenous ways of knowing and ways of life. Practice shelter-building, finding medicinal plants, leathercraft and more in an endless aspen forest, and spend your nights in luxurious canvas wall tents or micro-cabins.
A day use area for group events is also available.
Visit the Trading Post at Hideaway Adventure Grounds to buy Indigenous-made souvenirs!
Treaty 6 THINGS TO DO:
Spend a morning fishing on Lac la Biche or Beaver Lake.
Enjoy the beach, playground and spray park at McArthur Park. Pack a picnic lunch or go for a short stroll to main street, where you’ll find plenty of restaurants and shops.
Challenge yourself to hit par at the Lac La Biche Golf Club, and follow the game with a delicious meal by Pasture + Market in the clubhouse.
Rent a paddleboard from Off Road Rentals and #takeittothelake.
Play a round of disc golf at Alexander Hamilton Park, where you’ll also find a stocked trout pond, offleash dog park, walking path, picnic shelter, and new mountain bike adventure park. If you need discs, they are available for rent from the Bold Centre.
Create your own flavour of ice cream with the rolled ice cream at LLB Munchies.
Enjoy patio drinks at Boston Pizza, Fat Unicorn Brewery, Mo’s Billiards Pool Hall or the Royal Canadian Legion, McGrane #28.
Book a workshop or one-on-one with award-winning wildlife photographer, Donna Feledichuk (https:// donnafeledichukphotography.com/).
Learn the art of stained glass with Healing à la Source. Call, email or DM the Facebook page to book a beginner workshop or arrange a time to see the small but wonderful économusée (healingalasource.com).
Expand your knowledge of northeastern Alberta through a trip to the Lac La Biche Museum.
Art aficionados will love the Portage College Museum of Aboriginal Peoples’ Art & Artifacts (MOAPAA). Enjoy a free afternoon, wandering the College halls and taking in over 2,000 pieces of unique Indigenous art.
See if you can complete the WIBIT obstacle course at Portage Pool without falling into the water. WIBIT swims happen once a month.
Take a walk along the lakeshore and see how many different bird species you can spot. The area has been a designated bird sanctuary for over 100 years.
Book a snowmobile tour with Off Road Adventures (offroadrentals.ca).
Spend a weekend ice fishing. Huts can be rented through Fishapalooza Ice Hut Rentals (https://www. fishapaloozaicehutrentals.com/) or Lac La Biche Fishing Adventures (https://www.laclabichefishing. ca/).
Borrow a pair of snowshoes from the Bold Centre and hit the trails at Sir Winston Churchill Provincial Park, or forge your own path across the frozen lake.
Catch a Portage College Voyageurs Men’s Hockey game at the Bold Centre.
Enjoy some wild ice skating on Lac la Biche or Beaver Lake. If you prefer a cleared path with outdoor lighting, head to Alexander Hamilton Park, where you’ll find a skating oval on the trout pond, a fire pit, a picnic shelter and a toboggan hill.
Learn to curl with the Lac La Biche Curling Club’s Fun Fridays at the Bold Centre Curling Rink. If you’re an experienced curler, gather a team and compete in one of our many bonspiels.
The hamlet of Lac La Biche is the primary urban service centre for the Region. If you need a fishing licence, forgot a towel, or want to spend an afternoon shopping, there is a great mix of local and chain businesses available to meet your needs.
WHERE TO STAY:
>> airbnb
A few lakefront homes, guest suites and other accommodations are available on airbnb (www.airbnb.ca). Search for Lac La Biche to see what’s available.
>> Cabins
Cabins in the hamlet are available from Lakeside Lodges, located between the bowling alley and Alexander Hamilton Park. Reservations are available through airbnb, or call 780-623-7052.
Cabins can also be found nearby at Sir Winston Churchill Provincial Park (10 minute drive) or Plamondon Whitesands Resort (25 minute drive).
Stay and Play LLB, an executive style home, near the hamlet is available for short-term rentals.
>> Campgrounds
Bold Centre Campground offers powered campsites, including three group sites, right in town. Located next to the sports fields, this campground is great for people playing in a slo-pitch, soccer or other tournament at the Bold Centre.
Beaver Lake Provincial Recreation Area is five minutes out of town and features a number of serviced and unserviced sites.
Sir Winston Churchill Provincial Park is a provincial gem. About a ten-minute drive from the hamlet, SWCPP is Alberta’s only provincial park composed of islands and features a 300-year-old forest.
>> Hotels
Almac Motor Hotel 10425 101 Ave, Lac La Biche
T. 780-623-4123
Best Canadian Motor Inns
14068 Stanley Dr, Lac La Biche
T. 1-888-700-2264
E. laclabiche@bcminns.com
W. bcminns.com
Canalta Hotel 9905 83 Ave, Lac La Biche
T. 1-780-623-4490
W. canaltahotels.com
Parkland 1 & 2
Main St (101 Ave), Lac La Biche
T. 780-623-4424
W. parklandmotels.com
Ramada 9305 100 St, Lac La Biche
T. 780-623-2250
W. wyndhamhotels.com
Please note that at the time this guide was printed, many of the local community groups were still in the early planning stages for 2025. For up-to-date information, please follow @llbtourism on Facebook and Instagram, where we post a weekly event round-up.
January 4: Myths & Legends Library Con, 11 am - 3:30 pm at the Stuart MacPherson Public Library. Discover your creative side with themed crafts, explore unique finds from local vendors, and capture your essence with a caricature artist.
February 1: 2025 Lego Competition, 11 am - 3 pm at the Stuart MacPherson Public Library. For more information and to register, visit https://www.llbcl.ca/Programs2/Lego-Competition.
February 24 & 25: Winter Festival of Speed. Watch daring drivers race cars and snowmobiles across the frozen lake. Check out the planes landing on the temporary landing strip on ice. Learn about trapping from local experts at the trappping display: https://www.winterfestivalofspeed.com/
March 8 & 9: Lisa Roper Ladies on Ice Fishing Adventure. For more information and to register, visit https://lisaroperoutdoors.com/events.
July 1: Canada Day at The Mission. Live cultural performances, a small makers' market, and kids' activities make Canada Day at The Mission a favourite for locals and visitors alike: https://laclabichemission.com/
August 16: Alberta Open Farm Days. Head to Christy Creek Honey to learn about bee keeping in Alberta: https://www.christycreekhoney.ca/
Reoccuring Events:
Steak Night at the Lac La Biche Legion happens every Friday from 6-8 pm.
Families can learn about local history in the Lac La Biche Museum and Lac La Biche County Libraries' interpretive program, Lac La Biche Explorers: How Things Were on the following dates from 4 to 6 pm: January 10, February 7, March 14, April 11, and May 9. Registration required. Visit the library's website to learn more.
The Lac La Biche Farmer's Market happens every Friday, between Easter and Christmas, from 3:30 to 6:30 pm at the Lakeland Agricom. Learn more at www.laclabicheagsociety.com/events.
CAPTURE THE WILD SIDE
WHY THE LAC LA BICHE REGION IS A wildlife PHOTOGRAPHer’s DREAM
1) BIODIVERSITY
Boreal forest, wetlands, lakeshores, and prairie fields make up the Lac La Biche Region. With a variety of ecosystems, you’ll also find a variety of animals.
2) PEACE, TRANQUILITY & CANADA’S ICONS
Ever tried to capture the perfect shot while surrounded by other photographers? You won’t have that problem here. Find peace, tranquility and the perfect shot deep in the Lakeland Provincial Park or head up Old Conklin Road, where you’ll find plenty of crown land to spot some of Canada’s icons. We’re talking moose, black bears, beavers, loons and more.
3) BIRD SANCTUARY
The Lac La Biche Region is a birdwatcher’s paradise. Sir Winston Churchill Provincial Park alone provides habitat for more than 200 bird species. The rest of Lac La Biche Region isn’t far behind. Shorebirds and waterbirds like pelicans, herons and grebes are common, along with birds of prey like eagles, ospreys and owls. Lac la Biche (lake) is a designated bird sanctuary.
LAKELAND CANOE CIRCUIT
Alberta's only backcountry canoe circuit
Portage your canoe or kayak to Jackson Lake and embark on the Lakeland Canoe Circuit, Alberta’s only backcountry paddling route.
The full flatwater circuit takes adventurous paddlers on a three-day, 40-kilometre journey across Jackson, Kinnaird, Blackett and McGuffin Lakes, to hidden waters and little pieces of paradise that land-based travelers will never experience.
For more information: albertaparks.ca
LAKELAND PROVINCIAL PARK & RECREATION AREA
https://www.albertaparks.ca/parks/north/lakeland-pra/ https://www.albertaparks.ca/parks/north/lakeland-pp/
Treaty 6, 8, 10
WHERE TO STAY:
Backcountry Campsites
Backcountry sites are available throughout Lakeland Provincial Park & Provincial Recreation Area.
Blackett, Jackson, Kinnaird, McGuffin and Touchwood Lakes feature sites that are hike-in or paddle-in only.
Dabbs, Helena, Jackson, Spencer and Touchwood Lakes feature sites that are ATV-accessible.
Drive-in Campsites
Pinehurst Lake Campground is reservable online at reserve.albertaparks.ca. With a campground store, playground, boat launch, and staging area for off-road vehicles, Pinehurst is a local favourite for families looking for an easily accessible backcountry adventure.
Touchwood Lake Campground is known for its pristine water, fishing, and relaxing vibes. This unserviced, rustic campground is first-come, first-served.
Siebert Lake Campground is known for its white sand beaches, stunning lake, and rustic first-come, first-served campsite. While the lake and beach are gorgeous, the road to the campsite is not. We recommend that you leave the RV parked at home and take a vehicle with allwheel drive. There is limited cell-service in the area, and if you get stuck, you’re stuck.
Ironwood Lake Campground is the smallest campground and lake accessible by car. With only eight campsites, this first-come, first-served campground provides an intimate setting for connecting with nature.
EVENTS:
Interpretive programs for all ages by Alberta Parks happen at Pinehurst Campground in July and August, typically on weekdays. You do not need to be staying at Pinehurst to attend. Programming is open to everyone.
The Lac La Biche Ski Club hosts events at Shaw Lake throughout the winter:
• Moonlight Ski - Sunday, January 12, 7:30 to 9 pm.
For more information or to inquire about renting skis, please visit facebook.com/LLBSkiClub/
THINGS TO DO:
Hike Mosquito Lake Trail at Lakeland Provincial Park: Don’t let the name deter you. The longest hiking trail in the park connects Shaw, McGuffin and Jackson Lakes, with backcountry campsites along the way. You can access this trail by starting at the Shaw Lake Day Use Area and hiking east, or by starting at Jackson Lake Staging Area and hiking south.
Spot your favourite constellation. As a Dark Sky Preserve, meaning the parks are unspoiled by light pollution, the parks offer a fantastic opportunity to see constellations, meteor showers, the Northern Lights and more in all their glory. Telescopes can be borrowed from the library, attached to the Bold Centre.
ATV and Snowmobiling are popular activities in Lakeland. With 140 kilometres of trails for offroad vehicles and four staging areas, Lakeland PP/ PRA makes for the perfect weekend trip to the backcountry. Visit albertaparks.ca for maps and other information.
30 kms of cross-country skiing trails can be found at Shaw Lake. The trails are set by volunteers and are weather-dependent.
Treaty 6, 8
WHERE TO STAY:
Lac La Biche County’s Owl River Campground offers first-come, first-served campsites next to the river. A group camping area is also available.
Diesel’s Owl Hoot Cabins are located just off of Highway 858. To book, call 780-623-2134 or email owlriver8@ mcsnet.ca.
THINGS TO DO:
Launch your canoe or kayak at the Square Lake Boat Launch and take in the stunning surroundings while feeling the refreshing breeze on your face as you cruise along.
For those who love fishing, launch your boat or fish off the shore at the Poplar Point Boat Launch.
Hit up Lac la Biche for ice fishing. Pack your fishing gear, bundle up in warm clothing, and enjoy the peacefulness of the frozen winter landscape.
Head up Old Conklin Road, a popular spot for random crown land camping, hunting, and nature photography.
Check the event calendar on laclabicheregion.com for events happening at the Owl River Recreation Centre.
AGRITOURISM IN THE LAC LA BICHE REGION
Connect with nature through local food producers and farmer's markets.
2) orchard fresh syrups orchard & Saskatoon u-pick
1) CHRISTY CREEK hoNEY
See how delicious homemade honey is harvested and discover the secret lives of honeybees. The experience will have you buzzing with excitement all the way home.
Book your private tour online at christycreekhoney.ca.
This family-run orchard has taken over farmer’s markets across Alberta with their delicious syrups, and now you can pick the very berries that the syrup is made from every summer.
Learn more online at www.orchardfreshsyrups.com.
3) PAsture + Market
Pasture + Market opened in 2023 at the Lac La Biche Golf Course, with an incredible farm-to-table menu. They work with local ranches and farms to bring fresh ingredients to you. Open seasonally.
For more information, pasturemarket.ca
4) Farmer's markets
Every Friday between Easter and Christmas, the Lac La Biche Farmer's Market takes over the Lakeland Agricom. From baked goods to locally grown produce, the market is great for stocking up before heading to your campsite. For more information, laclabicheagsociety.com/events.
Shop for homemade goodies and unique handmade items by the small but vibrant community of Rich Lake. The Rich Lake Farmer’s Market is open biweekly, April to September. For dates, times and more info, richlakeagsociety.com.
THINGS TO DO:
Take in the history of this small, multicultural town. Start with a visit to the Plamondon Museum, followed by a walk to the Historical Chapelle, and end at the Festival Centre Mini Parc Heritage Park, and walk among miniature replicas of Plamondon’s first buildings and homesteads.
Plan a fishing adventure with Lac La Biche Fishing Adventures. They’ll supply everything you need to try open water or ice fishing. All you need is a fishing licence.
Spend the day at Plamondon Whitesands. Start the day at the driving range, see who can hit the most moose targets, and then finish it off with ice cream from Grandma’s Store on the beach.
Spend the day shopping at two of our most charming boutiques: Straight & Arrow, and Thrift Up! After you’ve found a fabulous new outfit, head to lunch at Love Eats (Pizza/Mexican) or the Pelican Restaurant (Chinese). Treaty 6
2025 EVENTS:
March 14-16: Hockey en Fête. Register a team (6 players), or come as a spectator to enjoy a weekend of hockey: plamondon.acfa.ab.ca/event/hockey-en-fete-2025
March 15: La Cabane à Sucre. Celebrate French culture with live performances, delicious maple syrup, and new friends: https://plamondon.acfa.ab.ca/evenements/
DID YOU KNOW?
The hamlet of Plamondon is one of only a few places in Alberta that are officially considered bilingual.
WHERE TO STAY:
There are two hotels in Plamondon:
Chez-Nous Motel T. 780-798-2011
Pelican Hotel T. 780-798-3759
Cabins can be rented through Plamondon Whitesands Resort (plamondonwhitesands.ca).
A lakeside lodge and overnight ice fishing huts are available to rent through Lac La Biche Fishing Adventures.
Group camping can be arranged at Camp 3F through the Plamondon District Community Development Society (PDCDS). To contact: pdcdsplamondon@gmail.com, 780-798-3478.
Visitors who prefer to camp can find campsites at Plamondon Whitesands Resort.
THINGS TO DO:
Visit the Rich Lake Farmers’ Market, hosted at the Rich Lake Hall biweekly during the spring and summer months.
Go for a swim or paddle on Fork Lake.
Spend the day in the Lakeland Provincial Recreation Area, fishing, bird-watching, or hitting the trails.
Grab a slice of pizza or ice cream from Rich Lake Corner Gas Inc.
WHERE TO STAY:
Fork Lake is about a five-minute drive south of Rich Lake. Here you will find two campgrounds. Lac La Biche County’s Fork Lake Campground, features a beach, cooking shelter and playground. Fork Lake Campground is first-come, first-served.
On the other side of the lake is the Rich Lake 4H Campground, operated by the Rich Lake Ag Society. This campground is perfect for family reunions or large group trips. The 4H Campground is available for group bookings between May and October. To book, visit richlakeagsociety.com
Alberta Parks' Pinehurst Campground is only 23 km north of Rich Lake. The campground features a day use area, beach, and over 125 sites. To reserve a site, visit albertaparks.ca.
Cabins can be found nearby at Elinor Lake Getaway: elinorlakeresort.com/cabin-rentals/
Hotels can be found in Lac La Biche (~50 km north).
FIVE LOCAL MUSEUMS THAT WILL TAKE YOU BEYOND THE LAKE
1) LAC LA BICHE MISSION HISTORICAL SITE
The Lac La Biche Mission was an important landmark of the fur trade era and the colonial age that followed. Take a guided tour of this National Historic Site, complete with heritage buildings and informative exhibits, to learn about the roles the priests and nuns played in our local history. If you’re looking for souvenirs made by local artisans, check out their gift shop.
780-623-3274 • laclabichemission.com
2) Portage College Museum of aboriginal peoples art & artifacts
Home to over 2,000 traditional and contemporary Indigenous art pieces, including the world’s only permanent collection of works by Professional Native Indian Artists Inc.
Take a self-guided exploration of the First Nations, Métis and Inuit art displays, or call ahead to arrange an in-depth guided tour.
780-623-6693 portagecollege.ca/museum
3) Lac LA Biche Museum
Discover the people and events that shaped our community, meet the wildlife of the boreal forest, learn more about local Indigenous cultures, and take a close-up look at unique treasures that have stories all their own.
780-623-1727 laclabichemuseum.com
4) Plamondon
Museum
Indigenous, French-Canadian, Russian Old Believer and other cultures have come together to create this unique corner of the Region. Artifacts on display at Plamondon District Museum range from 20 years old to millions of years old!
780-798-3193 facebook.com/PlamondonMuseum
5) Healing À la source
Use creativity as a path to wellness at Alberta’s second official économusée, where Noëlla Somerville teaches arts like stained glass, leatherwork and hand-drum making. Learn about the art of stained glass through interpretive displays around the workshop, and through hands-on experience.
780-404-5803 healingalasource.com
SIR WINSTON CHURCHILL PROVINCIAL PARK
Alberta's only island provincial park
https://www.albertaparks.ca/parks/north/sir-winston-churchill-pp/
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THINGS TO DO:
Rent a canoe or kayak from the Campground office and spend the day paddling around the island.
Spend the day fishing off the causeway, or if you have a boat, on the lake. A boat launch can be found next to the Community Facility.
Enjoy the sandy beaches found around the island. Lifejacket loaner stations can be found at the Day Use Beach and Camper’s Beach.
Spend the day golfing at the Lac La Biche Golf Club, only a few minutes down the road. Not interested in golf? No sweat! Pasture + Market in the clubhouse has an amazing patio, specialty cocktails and charcuterie boards.
Take a drive to Lac La Biche and spend your Saturday on the town. Start with breakfast at Costa Café, followed with shopping for a new fit or souvenir on Main Street. Spend your afternoon browsing the Lac La Biche Museum and Portage College Museum of Aboriginal Peoples’ Art and Artifacts. End your day with ice cream or a specialty hot chocolate, depending on the season.
Try birding! Take your binoculars to Pelican Viewpoint on Big Island of SWCPP.
Hike, snowshoe or cross-country ski some of the great trails found on the big island. Here are some of our favourites:
Boardwalk Trail at Sir Winston Churchill Provincial Park: Begin with a boardwalk and end with a beach, climbing and winding through centuries-old woods.
Long Point Trail at Sir Winston Churchill Provincial Park: Hike to the western tip of the park’s main island, admiring panoramic lake views and oldgrowth forest.
Miyo Mahkamikisi (Me-yo Mah-ga-mix-in) trail: Located within the campground loops of Sir Winston Churchill Provincial Park, is a 1 km accessible trail with beautiful boardwalks, lakeside views, and towering old-growth forest.
AMENITIES:
• Boat Launch
• Boat Rentals
• Campground Store
• Comfort Camping (Cabins and Tipis)
• Dump Station
• Firepits
• Firewood for sale
• Fish Cleaning Stations
• Group Camping
• Lifejacket Loaner Station
• Pit/Vault Toilets
• Playground
• Powered Sites
• Showers
2025 EVENTS:
March 20 - Music in the Forest kicks off for the season at the SWCPP Community Facility with a live performance by Sean Pinchin. Music in the Forest happens monthly through the summer months and concludes with a wrap-up concert in November. For more information and tickets, visit Alberta Parks website: albertaparks.ca/parks/north/sir-winston-churchill-pp/ activities-events/events/
Interpretive Programs start in May and run on weekends during May and June. During July and August, there are weekday and weekend programs. Programming includes things like guided hikes, family activities, kids’ crafts, educational displays and more. You do not need to be staying at the park to attend the programs.
Parks Day is happening on July 19. Join Alberta Parks in celebrating what makes our provincial parks special with kids' activities, interpretive displays and more.
The Lakeland Dark Sky Celebration happens annually in September.
The Lac La Biche Ski Club hosts Coffee Time Ski in the afternoons at Sir Winston Churchill Provincial Park on the following dates at 2 pm:
• January 6, 13, 20, 27; and
• February 3, 10, 17, 24.
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THINGS TO DO:
Attend an event hosted by the Venice-Hylo Heritage Society.
Coming soon! Check out the interpretive centre and learn about the original Italian pioneers of Venice and Hylo.
2025 EVENTS:
Find homemade pasta, slo-pitch, a petting zoo and more at the annual Venice Picnic on Sunday, June 1, 2025.
WHERE TO STAY:
Campsites are available a short 20-minute drive away at North Buck Lake (reserve through Alberta Parks) and Chump Lake (first-come, first-served).
Hotels can be found nearby in Lac La Biche (~27 km).
https://veniceheritagepark.ca/
VENICE PICNIC
GIRLZ WITH GUITARZ
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THINGS TO DO:
Go fishing! Ice fishing or open water, Winefred Lake is known for being a true fishing paradise. With giant northern pike, plenty of walleye and more whitefish than you can count, we just hope your friends will believe you when you tell them about this trip.
Wildlife viewing in one of the more remote parts of Alberta can be a truly spectactular experience. From caribou to black bears, don’t forget your camera.
Embrace life deep in the boreal forest and learn the ins and outs of having a trapline with Winefred Lake Outfitters. Traplines were an important part of Canada’s history, and this one-of-a-kind experience will leave you with a newfound appreciation for Métis culture and living off the land.
There are three fishing lodges with accomodations in the Winefred Lake area.
Winefred Lake Lodge offers a variety of accomodation options at different price points, including a full-service lodge, group cabins, private suites, and more rustic camping options for those who prefer to really connect with nature.
https://www.winefredlakelodge.ca/
Winefred Lake Outfitters cabins include kitchens, outdoor BBQs and seating areas. Access to heated bathroom and shower-house, with clothes washer and dryer if required, is included with cabin rentals.
Guests need to supply their own bedding, drinking water and food, towels and toiletries.
https://winefredlakeoutfitters.com/cabins.html
Grist Haven Lodge offers cabin rentals, as well as daily and yearly campsites. Spend your days fishing for northern pike, walleye, or lake trout and your evenings at their licensed lounge.
587-603-6169 • https://gristlake.com/
WHERE TO STAY:
Photo: Grist Haven Lodge
TRAVEL TIPS >>
ATVS AND SNOWMOBILES:
ARGO NORTH
780-276-0139 | argonorth.ca | 10050 100 St, Plamondon
Off Road Rentals & Sales
780-623-8020 | offroadrentals.ca | 24 Nipewon Road, Lac La Biche
WATERCRAFT:
Beaver Lake Provincial Recreation Area (Campground Store)
Canoes, kayaks, stand-up paddleboards 780-623-9222 / albertaparks.ca
Elinor Lake Getaway (Elinor Lake Resort) Canoes, stand-up paddleboards, motorboats 780-623-3993 | elinorlakeresort.com
Grist Haven Lodge Motorboats
587-603-6169 | gristlake.com
Off Road Rentals & Sales
Canoes, kayaks, stand-up paddleboards, motorboats 780-623-8020 | offroadrentals.ca | 24 Nipewon Road, Lac La Biche
Sir Winston Churchill Provincial Park Canoes, kayaks, stand-up paddleboards 780-623-4144 | albertaparks.ca
Winefred Lake Lodge Motorboats
780-713-5578 | winefredlakelodge.ca
Winefred Lake Outfitters Motorboats
780-404-3213 | winefredlakeoutfitters.com
FIRE BANS AND FIRE SAFETY
Lac La Biche Region is divided into local and provincial (Forest Protection Area) wildfire control zones. Visit albertafirebans.ca for up-to-date information on restrictions.
Always follow current restrictions and make sure campfires are fully extinguished!
FISHING LICENCES
Castle Building Centre 106-14245 Highway 55, three minutes west of Lac La Biche
North Country Co-op 9937 101 Ave, Plamondon
Lac La Biche Sporting Goods 10005 101 Ave, Lac La Biche
Squirrely’s Gas Bar 10303 101 Ave, Lac La Biche
HEALTHCARE
Hospital:
William J. Cadzow - Lac La Biche Healthcare Centre 9110 93 St, Lac La Biche
Pharmacies:
• Britton’s Your Independent Grocer 10527 101 Ave, Lac La Biche | 780-623-6400
• Guardian – Cedar Pharmacy 10017 101 Ave, Lac La Biche | 780-623-4151
• I.D.A. Crescent Pharmacy 10029 101 Ave, Lac La Biche | 780-623-4059
• Lac La Biche Pharmacy 10105 101 Ave, Lac La Biche | 780-627-3271
• Value Drug Mart 10133 101 Ave, Lac La Biche | 780-623-4370
INFORMATION KIOSKS
Find Lac La Biche Region maps and other useful information at kiosks in the following locations:
1. Britton’s Your Independent Grocer parking lot 10527 101 Ave, Lac La Biche
2. North Country Co-op parking lot 9937 101 Ave, Plamondon
3. Lac La Biche Museum 9110 101 Ave, Lac La Biche
LAUNDROMATS
Fiddler’s Food & Gas 9031 101 Ave, Lac La Biche | 780-623-7998
Eddie’s Mart 10251 101 Ave, Lac La Biche | 780-623-2085
LOCAL EVENT INFORMATION
Events information can be found on the Lac La Biche Region’s Facebook and Instagram (@llbtourism). In the case that we don’t have information listed or you don’t use social media, here are some great local resources:
BOOM 103.5
Local radio station boom1035.com
Boréal FM
Local French radio station borealfm.com
Lakeland Today/This Week
Local weekly newspaper lakelandtoday.ca
Your Local Buzz Event listings, restaurant menus, and more. yourlocalbuzz.ca
TRANSPORTATION
TAXIS:
Dan O’s Taxi and Chauffeur Service 780-623-1114
Singh Cab Service 647-646-6728
VEHICLE RENTALS:
Budget Car and Truck Rental (Smiley’s Furniture) 10040 101 Ave, Lac La Biche | 780-623-4175
RECREATION FACILITIES
Bold Centre 8702 91 Ave, Lac La Biche | 780-623-3829
7 day free membership // super senior, ages 70+ free // 99 days of summer membership options
• Free access to Canadian Natural walking/running track (excludes fitness equipment)
• Cenovus Fitness Centre, spin, TRX, boxing / training area, steam rooms and childminding / kids play area
• Public drop-in times and opportunities in Cenovus Fieldhouses, twin arenas and Portage Pool
• Drop in fitness classes year-round (as space permits), community events, camps, programs, swim lessons, and more!
• Seasonal rentals including snowshoes, disc golf sets, recreation equipment, etc.
• Outdoor sports fields, ball diamonds, running track, courts (pickle ball, tennis and basketball), and campground
• Food court (Booster Juice, Mr Sub, Tara’s Pizza and Rustic Bean)
• Stuart MacPherson Library
Portage Pool
9531 94 Ave, Lac La Biche (rear parking lot of Portage College’s Lac La Biche campus) | 780-623-6777
• Five-lane main pool
• Wading pool, hot tub and steam room
• Public lane swims and open swims
Parks and Playgrounds
A full list of local parks and playgrounds can be found at www.laclabichecounty.com.
An off-leash dog park can be found at Alexander Hamilton Park.
A disc golf course , mountain bike adventure park and trout pond can also be found at Alexander Hamilton Park.
A spray park, skatepark and pump track, beach, and more can be found at McArthur Park.
Places of worship
Al Kareem Mosque 10300 94 Avenue, Lac La Biche 780-623-4578
Evangelical Free Church of Lac La Biche
780-623-4677 / efcllb.com 14127 HWY 55
Lord of Glory Lutheran Church 780-623-8467 / lordofglory.ca 9501-99 St, Lac La Biche
New Life Victory Church 780-623-7600 / newlife-victory.org 10001 90 Ave, Lac La Biche
St. Andrew’s Anglican Church 780-623-2531 / athdio.ca 10103 Churchill Drive, Lac La Biche
St. Catherine Catholic Church 780-623-4371 / stcatherineparishllb.com 10303 Churchill Drive, Lac La Biche
St. Isidore’s Church 9913 100 Street, Plamondon stisidoreparish.ca / 780-798-3760
Triumphant Life Center 780-623-7602 / tlcllb.com 9027 101 Ave, Lac La Biche
MAPS
LAKELAND CANOE CIRCUIT
To Lac La Biche
Photo: Jaclyn Denman
ADVERTISERS
Thank you to the following organizations for purchasing ad space in the 2025 Visitor Guide.
• AG Foods
• École St. Catherine
• Hylo/Venice Rec & Ag Society
• Lac La Biche Bingo Association
• Lac La Biche Mission
• Lac La Biche Museum
• Lac La Biche Canadian Native Friendship Centre/ Hideaway Adventure Grounds
• Lisa Roper
• Multi Test
• Nehiyawaskiy Indigenous Peoples Art Co-op
• Parkland Motels
• Pasture + Market
• PDCDS
• Portage College
• Randolph R. Benson Barrister & Solicitor
• Vitality Centre Health Foods
• Wildy Eweneek
WATER SAFETY AND RESPONSIBLE BOATING
Free lifejacket loaner stations are available in the following locations:
• Beaver Lake Provincial Recreation Area Campground Beach
• McArthur Park Beach
• Pinehurst Lake Campground Beach
• Sir Winston Churchill Provincial Park: o Day Use Beach o Camper’s Beach
• Touchwood Lake Campground Boat Launch
