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CONTENTS 06 07 08
Mayor’s Welcome Getting Here & Getting Set Choose Your Own Adventure
ON THE WILD SIDE 45 Our Night Life 46 Rustic and Rural 47 Agritourism 48 Backcountry Exploration 49 Favourite Trails 50 Watchable Wildlife 51 Birdwatching
COMMUNITY EVENTS 10
Community Events
HISTORY & CULTURE 14 15 16 20 22
History & Culture Local Museums Indigenous Tourism Art & Music Places of Worship
THE BASICS 54 Accommodations 60 Brews & Chews 62 Guides, Outfitters and Suppliers
OUR COMMUNITIES
PARKS & RECREATION
26 Lac La Biche 27 Plamondon 28 Rural Communities 29 Indigenous Communities
64 Golf 65 Recreation Facilities and Outdoor Leisure
LAKE LIFE
SHOP LOCAL
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66 Shop Local 70 Contests
Beaches & Boats Public Boat Launches Provincial Parks Lakeland Canoe Circuit Gills Gone Wild Winter Wanderlust
Every effort has been made to include a wide variety of events, programs, and services that best represent our region. However, if you would like your program, event, or service included in the next edition of the Visitor Guide, please contact Lac La Biche County’s Economic Development Officer at 780-623-6737 for more information on selection criteria. Produced by: Lac La Biche County Published by: Lac La Biche Post Advertising sales by: Lac La Biche Post
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Thank you to the following photographers: Girish Panicker, Zeyad Eludin, Mamie Leblanc, Jason Caine, Allison Andria, Luke Muise, Donna Feledichuk, Laura Pereira, Emily Steele, Sam Muise, Alex Fuller, Jana Rowe, Must Do Canada, Seekers Media and Travel Alberta.
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Welcome For everyone feeling the pressures of COVID-19, Lac La Biche Region has space to share and room to breathe. We are your gateway to escaping from the hustle and bustle of the big city, exploring new horizons on our countless lakes and in our endless forests, and experiencing cultural connections and must-see events.
We respectfully acknowledge Lac La Biche Region is located on Treaty 6 and Treaty 8 territory, the traditional lands of First Nations and Métis peoples.
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LAC LA BICHE COUNTY
Midway between Edmonton and Fort McMurray, the Lac La Biche Region is easy to find and easy to explore.
DRIVING DIRECTIONS From Edmonton (approx. two hours and 30 minutes of driving time): Follow HWY 28 north for 145 km, then turn left onto Highway 36. Follow HWY 36 north for 70 km, through Kikino Métis Settlement and straight into the hamlet of Lac La Biche. From Fort McMurray (approx. three hours of driving time): Follow HWY 63 south for 240 km, then turn left onto HWY 55. Follow HWY 55 east for 40 km into Lac La Biche.
VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE The Visitor Information Centre is your local source for information about our community and the region. Stop by to ask for directions, local attractions, restaurant recommendations and more. Follow Lac La Biche Region on Facebook for hours of operation and other updates. The Visitor Information Centre is located on the corner of 99 Street and 101 Avenue (Main Street) in Lac La Biche. RV parking is available, and a public beach, playground, spray park and picnic area are all nearby.
Cut out this coupon and bring it to the Visitor Information Centre (located inside the Lac La Biche Museum building) to receive a free gift!* *Coupon expires December 31, 2021
#takeittothelake
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CHOOSE YOUR OWN ADVENTURE
ESCAPE A
Relax in one of hundreds of drive-in campsites, a deluxe cabin or wall tent or even a tipi on a comfortable weekend getaway.
B
Drive, putt and dine with a view at Lac La Biche Golf & Country Club.
C
Reel in the catch of a lifetime on your choice of over 150 lakes.
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EXPLORE A
B
C
Conquer Alberta’s only backcountry paddling route, the Lakeland Canoe Circuit.
Hike, ride or ski through old-growth forests that feel untouched by the outside world.
Behold the Northern Lights in an official Dark Sky Preserve.
EXPERIENCE A
Discover Indigenous culture at traditional Pow Wows, Hideaway Adventure Grounds, Métis Crossing and more.
D
Experience the life of a wilderness trapper at Winefred Lake Outfitters.
B
See history come to life at Lac La Biche Mission, and dive into regional history at local museums.
E
Sample the unique culinary delights of this multicultural region.
C
Tour Portage College Museum of Aboriginal Peoples Art & Artifacts’ collection of nearly 2,000 pieces, including neverbefore-seen original works.
Search #TakeItToTheLake on Facebook and YouTube, or visit zenseekers.com/ campaign/takeittothelake to learn more about signature Lac La Biche Region experiences and share your own stories.
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COMMUNITY EVENTS Spring, summer, winter, fall – no matter the season, Lac La Biche Region knows how to have a good time. Many local events are changing due to COVID-19. Please check the calendar on our website (laclabichecounty.com) for up-todate information, and watch for a Lac La Biche Region Events brochure in the spring of 2021.
Join us for signature regional events like Winter Festival of Speed, Beaver Lake Cree Nation’s Pow Wow, Canada Day at Lac La Biche Mission, Plamondon Mud Bogs (pictured above), Pow Wow Days, Lakeland Country Fair and Kikino Silver Birch Rodeo. 10 | laclabichecounty.com
Lac La Biche Museum
& Visitor Information Centre
Located on Main Street, 9910-101 Ave Open Daily (summer) Open Monday-Friday (winter)
Free Admission
780-623-1727 www.laclabichemuseum.com /llbmuseum
@LLB_Museum
@LLBMuseum
HISTORY &CULTURE
HISTORY & CULTURE Let the Lac La Biche Region take you back in time. Our story began long ago – before Alberta became a province, before Canada became a country, before Europeans settled the northwest. Come and experience this land of living history that’s brought together a wealth of cultural groups from all around the world.
Famous explorer and mapmaker David Thompson was the first recorded European to reach the shores of Lac La Biche Lake, back in 1798. A trading post was built soon after, making the hamlet of Lac La Biche the second-oldest permanent settlement in Alberta.
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LAC LA BICHE MISSION 67453 Mission Road • Open 10 am to 5 pm daily from May long weekend to end of August. Closed Mondays. The Lac La Biche Mission was established in 1853, and it was an important landmark of the fur trade era and the pioneer age that followed. In its heyday, the Mission had pride of place in a vast transportation network that stretched across the Prairies and into the Northwest Territories. Take a guided tour of this picturesque National Historic Site, complete with heritage buildings and exhibits, to glimpse life in the olden days at l’entrepot du nord, “the warehouse of the north.” The Mission is located 11 kilometres northwest of Lac La Biche. Celebrate Canada Day at this National Historic Site on July 1. 780-623-3274 • laclabichemission.com
LAC LA BICHE MUSEUM Corner of 99 Street and 101 Avenue, Lac La Biche Open 9 am to 5 pm every day from May to August (Monday - Friday only for remainder of the year) Immerse yourself in the backstory of Lac La Biche Region, from prehistory to modern times. Discover the people and events that shaped our community, meet the wildlife of the boreal forest, and take a close-up look at unique local treasures that have stories all their own. Make even more discoveries in 2021 with new temporary exhibits featuring Indigenous beading, archaeology, wildland firefighting and more. 780-623-1727 • laclabichemuseum.com
PLAMONDON MUSEUM & MINI PARC HERITAGE PARK 98 Avenue, Plamondon Open 10 am to 5 pm Tuesday-Saturday during summer The hamlet of Plamondon is one of the only places in Alberta that are officially recognized as bilingual. Plamondon Museum takes visitors back to the early 1900s, when francophone pioneers came to settle in this beautiful valley. You can also visit the quaint Mini Parc Héritage Park and walk among miniature replicas of Plamondon’s first buildings and homesteads. 780-798-3193
PORTAGE COLLEGE MUSEUM OF ABORIGINAL PEOPLES’ ART AND ARTIFACTS 9531 94 Avenue, Lac La Biche (Inside Portage College) Open Monday - Friday, 9 am to 3:30 pm Portage College is home to nearly 2,000 traditional and contemporary Indigenous art pieces, including the world’s only permanent collection of works by the Professional Native Indian Artists Inc. Take a guided or self-guided tour to learn about Indigenous art forms from across Canada, join a workshop to craft your very own authentic souvenir, or buy a one-of-a-kind masterpiece from the gallery store. 780-623-6693 • portagecollege.ca/museum
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Before all others, Indigenous peoples travelled the woods and waters of the Lakeland. Cultural traditions thousands of years old are preserved and celebrated throughout Lac La Biche Region.
HIDEAWAY ADVENTURE GROUNDS LTD. hideawayadventuregrounds.ca - 780-623-8885 hideawayadventure@gmail.com Township Road 624, Kikino Métis Settlement Rekindle your connection to nature. Your host, John Ritchie, left the hustle and bustle of the city to rediscover his roots and his kinship with the earth. Here you have an opportunity to live off the grid and off the land, unplugging and learning traditional Métis teachings. Practice shelter-building, finding medicinal plants, leather pouch making and more in an endless aspen forest, and spend secluded nights in luxurious canvas wall tents.
INDIGENOUS SPIRIT CREATIONS AT LAC LA BICHE CANADIAN NATIVE FRIENDSHIP CENTRE Llb-cnfc.com / 780-623-3249 / spirit@llb-cnfc.com 10105 Churchill Drive, Lac La Biche Shop for authentic Indigenous-made products and gifts, many of which are produced by regional artisans. Originally founded to empower the region’s Indigenous peoples, the Friendship Centre also works to promote and share Indigenous culture with others, so ask about joining programs, attending events or connecting with cultural ambassadors.
COMFORT CAMPING TIPIS AT SIR WINSTON CHURCHILL PROVINCIAL PARK Subject to COVID-19 protocols that may change For tipi bookings: albertaparks.ca / 1-877-537-2757 For cultural programming and Hudson’s Bay Company bedding: 780-623-3249 / spirit@llb-cnfc.com Twin tipis stand proudly above the shores of Lac La Biche Lake, inviting you to spend the night and learn more about these icons of First Nations culture. Contact the Lac La Biche Canadian Native Friendship Centre to supplement your stay with Indigenous cultural programming, and ask for the iconic Hudson’s Bay Company bedding so you can sleep like a 19th-century voyageur.
PORTAGE COLLEGE MUSEUM OF ABORIGINAL PEOPLES’ ART & ARTIFACTS Portagecollege.ca/museum / 780-623-6693 museum@portagecollege.ca 9531 94 Avenue, Lac La Biche (inside Portage College) See the world’s only permanent collection of works by the Professional Native Indian Artists Inc., also known as the Indian Group of Seven, who fought to change the way the art world sees Indigenous art. Explore First Nations, Métis and Inuit exhibits, discovering the craftsmanship behind traditional art forms like hide tanning, beading and quilling, and join a workshop to craft your own souvenir.
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BEAVER LAKE CREE NATION AND HEART LAKE FIRST NATION POW WOWS Contact Beaver Lake Cree Nation (beaverlakecreenation.ca) and Heart Lake First Nation (heartlakefirstnation.com) for 2021 Pow Wow dates. For generations, Pow Wows have been special occasions for Indigenous families and Nations to meet to exchange news and goods, and celebrate their culture. Now a Pow Wow is the perfect way for you to gain a deeper appreciation and understanding of First Nations heritage. Dancers’ regalia is elaborate and unique, and every Pow Wow dance has a story. Beaver Lake Cree Nation and Heart Lake First Nation are both part of the Pow Wow circuit, attracting hundreds of performers from across North America.
POW WOW ETIQUETTE: • Ask for permission before taking photos of dancers or touching regalia. • The MC will announce when dances and ceremonies shouldn’t be photographed. • You can join an intertribal dance when the MC says it’s okay.
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TRAPPER PAUL AT WINEFRED LAKE OUTFITTERS winefredlakeoutfitters.com / 780-404-3213 winefredtrapperpaul@gmail.com / Northeast of Lac La Biche and southeast of Conklin (See fold-out map in centre of this guide) Paul Padlesky (Trapper Paul to his friends) and his wife Sherri operate a year-round getaway in the far northeastern corner of Lac La Biche Region. Paul’s passion for the outdoors drives him to share the Métis traditions he was taught as a child, traditions that teach respect for the land and all its inhabitants. In winter, learn how Trapper Paul got that name when he guides you through a wilderness trapping adventure of your own.
BUFFALO LAKE MÉTIS SETTLEMENT CULTURAL INTERPRETIVE CENTRE 780-689-2170 / 17207 Buffalo Lake Drive, Buffalo Lake Métis Settlement / Open 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday-Friday Buffalo Lake is one of two Métis Settlements in the Lac La Biche Region. Métis culture is a fusion of European and Indigenous traditions, originating in the days of the fur trade. Buffalo Lake’s Cultural Interpretive Centre shares community history and artifacts with visitors. Call ahead to find out if cultural programming is available.
MÉTIS CROSSING Metiscrossing.org / 780-656-2229 / metiscrossing@metis.org 17339 Victoria Trail, Smoky Lake County Alberta’s first major Métis cultural destination is only a short drive away, on original Métis river lots overlooking the North Saskatchewan River. Past and present come together at this 500-acre site, where you can discover the ongoing story of the Métis people, visit restored homesteads, try your hand at traditional crafts, learn the Red River jig, spend a night in a Métis trapper’s tent, taste locally sourced cultural dishes and much more.
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MUSEUM OF ABORIGINAL PEOPLES' ART & ARTIFACTS AND TRADITIONS GALLERY AND STORE With nearly 2,000 traditional and contemporary Indigenous artworks.
Exhibits include: • • • • • • •
Alberta Artists Gallery Basket Display Contemporary Art Hide Tanning Inuit Art Northwest Coast Art Public Art Commissions
• Professional Native Indian Artists Inc. • Second Generation of Woodland Artists • Traditional Arts • Woodlands School of Art
Giftware and Traditional Arts Store Donna Feledichuk, Museum Director Hours of operation: 780-623-5536 | Toll free: 1-866-623-5551 Monday – Friday | 9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. museum@portagecollege.ca Self-guided tour or call ahead for guided
Canvas wall tent camping Indigenous experiences Workshops available
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The Lac La Biche Region’s eclectic art scene has centuries of history and generations of multiculturalism behind it, all combined with a special Lakeland flavour.
NEHIYAWASKIY INDIGENOUS PEOPLES ART CO-OP Visit the Lac La Biche Canadian Native Friendship Centre. See page 16 for more information.
Network with up-and-coming Indigenous artists from across northern Alberta, whose passion and collaboration are driving this exciting new venture, and shop for an authentic Indigenous artwork to take home with you.
PORTAGE COLLEGE MUSEUM OF ABORIGINAL PEOPLES’ ART & ARTIFACTS See pages 15 and 16 for more information.
Portage College proudly displays authentic Indigenous artworks, both historic and modern. Among the pieces on display are never-before-seen works by internationally known artists like Joseph Sanchez, Alex Janvier, Jane Ash Poitras and Jason Carter. Pictured right: A porcupine quill bag crafted by Ruby Sweetman.
PLAMONDON JAMBOREE June 11-13, 2021, Festival Centre, Plamondon
Bring your dancing shoes and practice your two-step, because the country music plays all day long at the Plamondon Jamboree. Musicians from across Western Canada come to strum their guitars, and free on-site camping means you always have VIP access.
HEALING À LA SOURCE Opening in March 2021 on 103 Avenue, Lac La Biche | Follow Healing à la Source on Facebook for updates
Alberta’s second official economusée is where Noëlla Somerville, an artist of Métis heritage, works and teaches arts like leatherwork, hand-drum making and stained glass to visitors. Ask about unique programs like healing drumming circles and holistic wellness opportunities.
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LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR OF ALBERTA DISTINGUISHED ARTIST AWARDS June 12, 2021 / visit portagecollege.ca/LGADAA for updates
One of Alberta’s most prestigious arts celebrations is coming to Lac La Biche Region. The Distinguished Artist Awards in 2021 will honour accomplished artists from across the province, while highlighting northeast Alberta’s own diverse arts scene. “Art Nature,” a work by renowned Canadian Indigenous painter Alex Janvier, will be the event’s centrepiece..
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PLACES OF WORSHIP HISTORICAL CHAPELLE, PLAMONDON 9907 99 Lane, Plamondon (behind and just south of St. Isidore’s Church) / 780-798-2262 or 780-623-0686 / Open by appointment
The original church of Plamondon dates back to 1911, making it the oldest community building in the hamlet. At various times in its history, the charming non-denominational church has served as a place of worship, a health clinic, a school, a theatre, a community centre and a museum. Visitors are welcome to use the neighbouring park and pavilion for picnics, wintertime sledding and more. Call to arrange a tour of the Chapelle. Historical Chapelle pictured above.
ST. ISIDORE’S CHURCH, PLAMONDON 9913 100 Street, Plamondon / stisidoreparish.ca / 780-798-3760 Regular worship services and open by appointment
The towering St. Isidore’s Church dominates the panoramic valley view as you approach Plamondon. The church and Catholic parish are named for St. Isidore, patron saint of farmers. The church dates from 1928. Call to ask about visiting the church outside of regular worship services.
AL KAREEM MOSQUE, LAC LA BICHE 10300 94 Avenue, Lac La Biche / 780-623-4578 / Open 24 hours a day for prayers
Lac La Biche Region is home to Canada’s second-oldest mosque, which is also North America’s third-oldest. The region has one of the largest and oldest Muslim populations in all of Canada, with many Lebanese families settling in the area in the early 1900s. Call to arrange a tour of the mosque. 22 | laclabichecounty.com
Other Places of Worship 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 / Key-Way-Tin Bible Institue 13412 Lakeland Drive
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
Triumphant Life Center 780-623-7602 / tlcllb.com / 9027 101 Ave, Lac La Biche
LAC LA BICHE MISSION HISTORIC SITE
Take a guided tour through our historic buildings and exhibits to discover the history and experiences of the Mission residents and settlers!
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OUR COMMUNIT
TIES Photo: Zeyad Eludin
LAC LA BICHE
Photo: Zeyad Eludin
The hamlet of Lac La Biche is the region’s primary service centre. From rugged beginnings as a fur trading post, the hamlet has grown to feature all the comforts of home. Enjoy lunch downtown or have a waterside picnic in McArthur Park, then stroll along the lakefront to the statue of David Thompson, built to mark the hamlet’s bicentennial. Amenities: Accommodations, recreation centre, entertainment, fuel and supplies, food, shopping, lake access, trails, parks, museums, Visitor Information Centre, equipment rentals, local airport, bus/taxi services Cultural connections: Visit the Al-Kareem Mosque, Canada’s second-oldest mosque, and enjoy Lebanese cuisine at The Café on Main. • 18 Hole Course • Pro Shop Driving Range Licensed Food & Concessions Facility Golf Pro-Lance Palamaruk Greens Superintendent-Steven Levesque Golf & Country Club
Tel 780•623•4288 www.golflaclabiche.com
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PLAMONDON The spire of St. Isidore’s Church stands tall above the bilingual hamlet of Plamondon, located 30 kilometres east of Lac La Biche. See what’s happening at the Festival Centre – it could be a community play; it could be the country music showcase of Plamondon Jamboree – and take selfies with the waist-high buildings in the Mini Parc Heritage Park. Amenities: Accommodations, community centre, entertainment, fuel and supplies, food, shopping, trails, parks, museum, equipment rentals
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Vive La Francophonie: Parlez-vous français? Enjoy local events with French-Canadian flair like Cabane à Sucre at the Historical Chapelle on March 7, Hockey en Fête at Plamondon Arena from March 19-21 and Festival de la Moisson (Harvest Festival) at Festival Centre on November 6. Contact the local francophone cultural association (acfa.ab.ca/Plamondon) for more information.
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Phone: 780-798-2254 Email: whitesands@mcsnet.ca Visit us at https://sites.google.com/site/plamondonwhitesandsresort
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RURAL COMMUNITIES Settlers coming to Lac La Biche Region from all around the world founded many communities based around farming, logging and other livelihoods throughout the 1900s. Each has its own special character and place in regional history. Events like Hylo-Venice Harvest Days (August 20-21), rodeos, trail rides and quad rallies celebrate local heritage, community connections and good old-fashioned country lifestyles. Come see what awaits in the rolling countryside. CASLAN, HYLO-VENICE, RICH LAKE, OWL RIVER Amenities: Community centres, fuel and supplies, lake access, trails, parks, museum
Lakeland Real Estate Call Marie Warawa (780) 520-0247
Welcome to Lakeland County! “Visit Our Showroom’’ 10140 - Main Street, Lac La Biche (780) 623-2634 realtor.ca
Call Roy Worthington (780) 404-3060
Lakelots / Acreages / Lakefront Homes / Commercial / Farm
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INDIGENOUS COMMUNITIES LAC LA BICHE REGION IS LOCATED ON TREATY 6 AND TREATY 8 TERRITORY. The Lac La Biche Region has been home to Indigenous peoples for thousands of years. The reserve lands of Beaver Lake, Heart Lake and Whitefish (Goodfish) Lake are home to Nehiyawak (Cree) Nations, whose members practice traditional ways of life that honour both their ancestors and generations yet to come. The Métis people are descended from both French-Canadian and First Nations ancestors, and their culture reflects this blended heritage. The Métis are recognized as a distinct Indigenous people in Canada, and Alberta is the only province that has constitutionally protected Métis lands. Two of these Métis Settlements - Buffalo Lake and Kikino, which means “Our home” in Cree - are found in Lac La Biche Region. BEAVER LAKE CREE NATION, BUFFALO LAKE METIS SETTLEMENT, HEART LAKE FIRST NATION, KIKINO METIS SETTLEMENT, WHITEFISH LAKE FIRST NATION Amenities: Accommodations, community centres, entertainment, fuel and supplies, food, lake access, trails, parks, museum
Please note that it is respectful to first connect with First Nations or Métis Settlements you are visiting to ensure you are welcomed onto their lands. This is even more important in light of COVID-19.
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LAKE LIFE
You’re never far from the water in the Lac La Biche Region, where more than 150 lakes are yours for the choosing.
PUBLIC BEACHES LAC LA BICHE LAKE: • McArthur Park, hamlet of Lac La Biche • Plamondon Whitesands Resort • Sir Winston Churchill Provincial Park (Boardwalk Beach, Camper’s Beach, Day Use)
BEAVER LAKE: • Beaver Lake Provincial Recreation Area • Young’s Beach
WATERCRAFT RENTALS ANIWYE ADVENTURES
Canoes, kayaks, pedal boats, stand-up paddleboards 780-520-4853 / aniwyeadventures.ca
GRIST LAKE LODGE
Motorboats 780-594-1254 / gristlake.com
OFF ROAD RENTALS AND SALES
Canoes, kayaks, stand-up paddleboards 780-623-8020 / offroadrentals.ca
WINEFRED LAKE LODGE
NORTH BUCK LAKE CAMPGROUND
Motorboats 780-713-5578 / winefredlakelodge.ca
TOUCHWOOD LAKE CAMPGROUND
WINEFRED LAKE OUTFITTERS
WHITEFISH LAKE
• Kikino Silver Birch Resort, Kikino Métis Settlement (fee for day use)
Motorboats 780-404-3213 / winefredlakeoutfitters.com
SIR WINSTON CHURCHILL PROVINCIAL PARK (CAMPGROUND STORE)
Canoes, kayaks and stand-up paddleboards Please call ahead to confirm availability, as COVID-19 protocols may change. 780-623-4144 / albertaparks.ca
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FOR ALL YOUR FUN RENTALS AT LAC LA BICHE LAKE ANIWYE ADVENTURE CALL 780-520-4853 OR 780-913-6827 FOR MORE INFORMATION
Lac La Biche Bingo Association Every Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday Evening Doors Open 4:30 pm Come and enjoy a game or two and walk away with some great prizes.
780.623.2514 10214-101 Ave www.remax.ca Residential / Commercial / Industrial / Recreational Recreational / Condos / FFarm
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BOAT LAUNCHES See fold-out map in centre of Visitor Guide for launch locations. LAC LA BICHE LAKE: • Bayview Beach • Blais Resort • Golden Sands • Churchill Drive, hamlet of Lac La Biche • Maccagno Point • North Shore • Old Trail • Poplar Point • Sir Winston Churchill Provincial Park • Sunset Bay BEAVER LAKE: • Beaver Lake Provincial Recreation Area • Holowachuk Estates • Young’s Beach LAKELAND PROVINCIAL RECREATION AREA: • Ironwood Lake • Pinehurst Lake • Seibert Lake • Touchwood Lake ELINOR LAKE (at Elinor Lake Resort) FORK LAKE NORTH BUCK LAKE (North Buck Lake Provincial Recreation Area) SQUARE LAKE WHITEFISH LAKE (Kikino Silver Birch Resort, Kikino Métis Settlement – fee for use) WINEFRED LAKE (Winefred Lake Outfitters - fee for day use)
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PROVINCIAL PARKS As the saying goes, “There is no Wi-Fi in the forest, but we promise you will find a better connection.” Due to COVID-19, specific provincial park offerings may change. Visit albertaparks.ca for up-to-date information.
LEGEND ATV/UTV Trails
Dark Sky
Backcountry
Day Use
Beach
Educational Programming
Bird Watching
Fishing
Boat Launch
Hiking Trails
Boat Trolley
Paddling
Camping
Playground
Canoe/Kayak/SUP Rentals
Star Gazing
Cell Phone Reception
Store
Limited Cell Phone Reception
Wildlife
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BEAVER LAKE PROVINCIAL RECREATION AREA Sand, sun and surf are all on the itinerary. The vast beach on the north shore of Beaver Lake beckons for a day of boating, fishing, sunbathing and swimming. Individual and group camping facilities are available for when the sun goes down.
SIR WINSTON CHURCHILL PROVINCIAL PARK One of the most unique parks in the province, Sir Winston Churchill sprawls across seven islands in Lac La Biche Lake. The islands protect old-growth forests, where hundreds of bird species wait in the branches for you to spot them. The main islands are accessible by a causeway, and they feature a variety of camping options, including cabins and tipis, and year-round hiking trails through a special ecosystem hundreds of years in the making.
LAKELAND PROVINCIAL PARK AND PROVINCIAL RECREATION AREA This park is all about size and the sheer grandeur of the wild. A combined 590 square kilometres of protected area covers 11 major lakes, all connected by 45 kilometres’ worth of trails and portages through unspoiled wilderness. Mother Nature isn’t just your neighbour here – she’s your roommate. This park is one of Alberta’s official Dark Sky preserves (see pages 44-45) and contains the province’s only backcountry canoe circuit (see next page).
CROW LAKE PROVINCIAL PARK Campers and paddlers who appreciate having space to share and room to breathe will find a lot to enjoy about Crow Lake. The impressive view of the lake from Highway 63 is just the start. Campground amenities are very basic and motorized watercraft are not permitted on the lake, so it’s just you and your paddle as you head over to spot wildlife in the nearby Crow Lake Ecological Reserve. Park is currently closed due to COVID-19.
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LAKELAND PROVINCIAL PARK Live like a modern-day voyageur and experience the boreal forest backcountry like never before. Portage your canoe or kayak to Jackson Lake and embark on the Lakeland Canoe Circuit, Alberta’s only backcountry paddling route. The full circuit takes adventurous paddlers on a three-day, 40-km journey across Jackson, Kinnaird, Blackett and McGuffin Lakes, to hidden waters and little pieces of paradise that land-based travellers don’t get to see. You may wish to stay longer, as the primal wilderness works its magic. Jackson Lake Staging Area is the preferred starting point for the circuit. It is located on Highway 663, east of Lac La Biche on the way to Touchwood Lake.
For more information, visit albertaparks.ca
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BURBOT • LAKE WHITEFISH • NORTHERN PIKE • WALLEYE • YELLOW PERCH
When you cast a line in the Lac La Biche Region, you’re not just catching great fish – you’re catching great memories. Shop for bait, tackle and tips about fishing hot spots at local suppliers and outfitters.
Refer to current Alberta Sportfishing Regulations for information about which fish can be kept and where catch-and-release rules apply.
Ice Fishing Prize catches are always swimming beneath the ice. Contact Lakeland Expeditions Rentals to ask about fully equipped ice fishing cabins right on Lac La Biche Lake’s frozen surface (subject to COVID-19 protocols). Lakelandexpeditions.com 780-404-5756
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Winter Wanderlust
In the Lac La Biche Region, winter is not a time to hunker down indoors. It’s a time to brave the elements, test your mettle and be rewarded with incredible experiences.
CROSS-COUNTRY SKIING Follow Lac La Biche Ski Club on Facebook for community skiing events. Under a blanket of snow, sometimes the only sound in the boreal forest is the whisper of skis passing over powder. As you glide through a winter wonderland, lose yourself in the movement and let the full-body exertion keep the chill at bay. Head to Shaw Lake Day Use Area in Lakeland Provincial Park to access a network of groomed ski trails circling the lake and weaving through the woods.
SNOWMOBILE TOURS WITH OFF-ROAD ADVENTURES offroadrentals.ca / 780-623-8020 / offroadrentalsllb@gmail.com Put the boundless backcountry ahead of you; leave your worries and sled tracks behind you. Guided snowmobile tours with Off Road Adventures take you into the frozen wilds of Lakeland Provincial Park. Tour packages are customizable for each group.
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TRAPPER PAUL AT WINEFRED LAKE OUTFITTERS 780-404-3213 / winefredtrapperpaul@gmail.com Northeast of Lac La Biche, southeast of Conklin (see fold-out map in centre of this guide) Trapping is a timeless way of life, passed down from one generation to the next. Paul Padlesky (Trapper Paul) is a former fur trader who learned the art of trapping from his grandfather, and now he guides visitors through hands-on midwinter trapping experiences at Winefred Lake Outfitters. Trapline tours include use of a snowmobile. Visitors benefit from Paul’s 30-plus years of experience and his traditional Métis approach to sustainable trapping.
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Imagine putting the pedal to the metal and speeding across the frozen surface of Lac La Biche Lake, drifting around corners and sending rooster-tails of snow flying into the air. This ice racing spectacle calls thrill-seekers with nerves of steel from across Western Canada to race cars, snowmobiles and more. You can even get behind the wheel yourself in a charity race, with proceeds going to support local causes. Other must-see sights include a fly-in of over 200 aircraft.
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ON THE WILD SIDE
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Lakeland Provincial Park & Provincial Recreation Area together form an official Dark Sky Preserve, which means they’re totally free of light pollution. The preserve offers fantastic opportunities to see constellations, meteor showers, the Milky Way Galaxy and more in all their glory. Pictured here: Off Road Adventures’ backcountry site on 44Elinor | laclabichecounty.com Lake (see page 48), near Lakeland Provincial Park.
OUR NIGHT LIFE On clear nights, the skies above Lac La Biche Region come to life. Here you have a front-row seat for stargazing and viewing the Northern Lights. Even for locals born and raised in the area, the sight of Aurora Borealis never gets old. You, too, will be amazed by the otherworldly banners of green and purple rippling across the sky. For the best chance of seeing the Northern Lights, visit in the late fall or winter, and use free apps like My Aurora Forecast to help plan your viewing experience.
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RUSTIC AND RURAL The Lac La Biche Region lifestyle is all about community and being outside, with the simple joy of the endless countryside. All events on this page are subject to change due to COVID-19.
PLAMONDON MUD BOG & SLO-PITCH July 9 - 11 / Festival Centre, Plamondon Racing is a dirty business – literally – at this muddy motorsport spectacle. Take advantage of onsite camping for the daytime mud races and evening entertainment.
LOCAL RODEOS Visit the community events calendar on laclabichecounty.com for up-to-date info. Alberta is cowboy country, and the sport and spirit of rodeo are celebrated all summer long in the Lac La Biche Region. Lakeland Country Fair Date TBA • Lakeland Agricom Rodeo’s agricultural connection is highlighted here, with a horticultural bench show and country market to go with the buckin’ and ropin’ action. Kikino Silver Birch Rodeo Date TBA (August 2021) • Kikino Silver Birch Resort Take classic rodeo thrills like barrel racing and bull riding, then add exhilarating wagon races, fireworks and festivities featuring Métis cultural flair.
QUAD RALLIES Hylo-Venice Quad Rally: March 26-27 • Kikino Quad Rally: Date TBA (April 2021) There’s nothing like hurtling down a woodland trail, bouncing over rocks and roots, seeing the trees whip past and feeling a fresh breeze on your face. Quad rallies are iconic country moments, bringing raw adrenaline, friendly competition and beautiful scenery together for truly wild rides.
DIESEL’S OWL HOOT CABINS 780-623-2134 • owlriver8@mcsnet.ca If you value peace and quiet, Diesel’s Owl Hoot Cabins offer you the kind of natural serenity you just can’t find in the big city. A stone’s throw away from the Owl River, these homes away from home are a perfect base for paddling trips on the river.
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AGRITOURISM Farmers Market Every Friday from 3-5:30 pm (April to December) at Lakeland Agricom on HWY 881 The weekly Farmers Market is your one-stop shop for everything from fresh produce and baked goods to preserves, art pieces, one-ofa-kind knickknacks and more. Table after table of locally grown and crafted wares, reflecting new innovations and generations-old traditions, together make an incredible showcase of the community’s talents. Fat Unicorn Brewery Fubrewtapandgrillylb.com / 825-837-2014 / 9024 Beaver Hill Road, Lac La Biche What started as a hobby for brewer Paul Reutov has now made a bold entrance into Alberta’s craft beer scene. Head to the brewery’s new location in Lac La Biche to taste a locally brewed ale, IPA or lager and sample unique dishes like Siberian dumplings. The brewing philosophy is simple but genius: don’t have 10 or 15 different beers, just five or six truly good ones. Christy Creek Honey (780) 623-4496 or PM on Facebook or Instagram 14337 Township Road 652 Don a bee suit and take an upclose-and-personal look inside working beehives at Christy Creek Honey. See how their delicious homemade honey is harvested, discover the secret lives of honeybees, and shop for honey and other locally sourced goods.
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BACKCOUNTRY EXPLORATION Venture off the beaten path. Take the road less travelled. You’ve heard these sayings before. The Lac La Biche Region is where you can turn words into action. Rustic Camping with Off Road Adventures (pictured above) offroadrentals.ca / 780-623-8020 / offroadrentalsllb@gmail.com Journey into isolation on the shores of Elinor Lake, and sleep in a wood-heated wall tent on the doorstep of the backcountry. Depending on the season, Off Road Adventures will take you to this remote site by boat, ATV or snowmobile. Old Conklin Road North of Lac La Biche Lake, the wilderness is open to all, but adventured by few. The Old Conklin Road winds through the sea of trees, deep into Crown land where backcountry camping and exploration await. The road is not an all-weather route, and the journey to Goodwin, Steepbank and Wappau Lakes can be an adventure in itself. Go far enough north and you might even spot rare endangered woodland caribou. Master the backcountry and learn survival skills with NIKO Wilderness Education in Lakeland Provincial Park nikowilderness.com / 403-993-2805
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FAVOURITE TRAILS On foot or on wheels, the Lac La Biche Region is yours to explore.
Lakefront Walking Path: Park at McArthur Park and head west to see the statue of David Thompson, or head east all the way to Sir Winston Churchill Provincial Park. If the saying “Have wheels, will travel” sounds right to you, then rent a bicycle from Aniwye Adventures in McArthur Park. Boardwalk Trail at Sir Winston Churchill Provincial Park: Begin with a boardwalk and end with a beach, climbing and winding through a centuriesold forest. A viewing platform for observing the nearby Pelican Islands is near the trailhead. Long Point Trail at Sir Winston Churchill Provincial Park: Hike to the western tip of the park’s main island, admiring panoramic lake views throughout the two-kilometre walk. ATV and Snowmobile Trails in Lakeland Provincial Park & Provincial Recreation Area: The protected primeval wilderness east of Lac La Biche has 140 km worth of trails suitable for off-road vehicles. There are four ATV staging areas, giving adventurous riders access to remote backcountry camping and day-use sites. Visit albertaparks.ca for more information.
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WATCHABLE WILDLIFE Part of the Lac La Biche Region’s charm is just how close it brings you to nature. That means having plenty of wild neighbours. Remember to keep your distance and avoid disturbing any wildlife you encounter. Make noise so animals know you’re coming, and never feed wildlife. Moose are the biggest members of the deer family, typically weighing 700 pounds or more. Despite their bulk, they’re natural swimmers with a taste for aquatic plants. Black bears are forest-dwelling omnivores with a special liking for berries. Most bears are shy and would rather avoid humans, but take precautions and be “bear smart” to prevent any problems. Deer are everywhere in our region, even sometimes in our urban centres. They’re often seen in small groups. Watch for them crossing the road, especially at twilight. Beavers are the engineers of the wild, building dams that can change whole landscapes. Their dome-shaped lodges are common sights in ponds and shallow areas of lakes. Red foxes are naturally suited to the region’s mix of woods and meadows. Look closely while on a nature walk to see the burrows where they breed, and maybe a furry face or two looking back.
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BIRDWATCHING Lac La Biche Region is a birdwatcher’s paradise. The area was declared a Bird Sanctuary in 1920. Sir Winston Churchill Provincial Park alone provides habitat for more than 200 bird species, large and small. Pelicans migrate to our region’s waters every summer to breed. Bring your binoculars and look for them on the aptly named Pelican Islands, visible from the main island of Sir Winston Churchill Provincial Park. Birds of prey are frequent visitors. Eagles and ospreys circle the lakes, owls swoop through the trees and hawks soar over the grasslands. Water birds like grebes, herons and terns are common sights in the warmer months. Some spend the winters on the coast, or as far away as South America, but they return to the northern lakes year after year.
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THE BASICS
ACCOMMODATIONS Due to COVID-19, please confirm available accommodations and amenities directly with providers. Look for additional local accommodations on Airbnb.
CABINS
Kikino Silver Birch Resort Kikino Métis Settlement T. 780-623-3252 or 780-623-1056 E. shirleyandavid@hotmail.com W. kikinosilverbirch.ca
Sir Winston Churchill Provincial Park T. 1-877-537-2757 W. albertaparks.ca
Elinor Lake Getaway Elinor Lake T. 780-623-3993 E. elinorlakegetaway@gmail.com W. elinorlakeresort.com
Lakeside Lodges Lac La Biche T. 780-623-7052 E. admin@dynastyproperties.net
E. vindorcasa@gmail.com
Grist Lake Lodge Grist Lake T. 780-594-1254 E. fishing@gristlake.com W. gristlake.com
Plamondon Whitesands Resort North of Plamondon T. 780-798-2254 E. whitesands@mcsnet.ca W. plamondonwhitesands.ca
Diesel’s Owl Hoot Cabins Owl River T. 780-623-2134 E. owlriver8@mcsnet.ca
Also reservable on Airbnb
VinDor Casa Near Lac La Biche Mission Also reservable on Airbnb
Winefred Lake Lodge Winefred Lake T. 780-818-6201 E. info@winefredlakelodge.ca W. winefredlakelodge.ca Winefred Lake Outfitters Winefred Lake T. 780-404-3213 E. winefredtrapperpaul@gmail.com W. winefredlakeoutfitters.com
DELUXE CAMPING Hideaway Adventure Grounds Ltd. Canvas tenting – Kikino Métis Settlement Tipi camping options coming soon
T. 780-623-8885 E. hideawayadventure@gmail.com W. hideawayadventuregrounds.ca
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Off Road Adventures
Wall tent at backcountry site – Elinor Lake T. 780-623-8020 E. offroadrentalsllb@gmail.com W. offroadrentals.ca
Sir Winston Churchill Provincial Park Tipis T. 1-877-537-2757 W. albertparks.ca
CAMPGROUNDS Beaver Lake Provincial Recreation Area
LEGEND Tenting
Boat Launch
Group sites
Store
T. 1-877-537-2757 W. albertaparks.ca
RVs
Firewood
Showers
ATV
Camp 3F Plamondon Plamondon
Playground
Backcountry
Paddling
T. 780-798-3478 Chump Lake Campsite Caslan First come, first serve. Register on-site. Crow Lake Provincial Park T. 1-877-537-2757 W. albertaparks.ca Diesel’s Owl Hoot Campground Owl River T. 780-623-2134 W. owlriver8@mcsnet.ca Fork Lake Campground Fork Lake T. 780-623-9436 or 780-623-8503 Grist Lake Campground Grist Lake T. 780-594-1254 E. fishing@gristlake.com W. gristlake.com Heart Lake Campground Heart Lake First Nation T. 780-623-2130 W. heartlakefirstnation.com Kikino Silver Birch Resort Kikino Métis Settlement T. 780-623-3252 E. shirleyandavid@hotmail.com W. kikinosilverbirch.ca Mayhill Campground (Opening June 2021) North of Wandering River T. 780-623-8408 E. mayhillcamp@gmail.com
North Buck Lake Provincial Recreation Area T. 1-877-537-2757 W. albertaparks.ca Plamondon Whitesands Resort North of Plamondon T. 780-798-2254 E. whitesands@mcsnet.ca W. plamondonwhitesands.ca Sir Winston Churchill Provincial Park T. 1-877-537-2757 W. albertaparks.ca Spruce Point Resort Beaver Lake Cree Nation T. 780-623-3930 E. sprucepointresort@blcn.ca W. beaverlakecreenation.ca
LAKELAND PROVINCIAL PARK & PROVINCIAL RECREATION AREA Visit albertaparks.ca for details about the following campsites.
Drive-in campsites Pinehurst Lake Campground Reservable online T. 1-877-537-2757 Ironwood Lake Campground First-come, first-served Siebert Lake Campground First-come, first-served Touchwood Lake Campground First-come, first-served laclabichecounty.com | 55
BACKCOUNTRY CAMPSITES
Lakeland Provincial Park & Provincial Recreation Area — All first-come, first-served
Blackett East & West Islands
Kinnaird Lake & Kinnaird Island
Blackett Lake & Blackett Lake Southwest
McGuffin Lake
Dabbs Lake
Spencer Lake North, South Point & West
Helena Lake South
Touchwood Lake - Bare Ass Point
Jackson Lake - Mile 10
Touchwood Lake - Spencer Crossing
Jackson Lake East, Peninsula & South
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Come On In & Experience The “Country” In Lac La Biche County Dates to be confirmed
Horticultural Bench Show Farmer’s Market Arts & Crafts Music on the Porch Children’s Festival BBQ Concession
Date & times to be confirmed Ladies Breakaway ❖ Jr. Steer Riding ❖ PeeWee Barrels ❖ Bareback ❖ Saddle Bronc ❖ Bull Riding ❖ Team Roping ❖ Mini Bronc Riding ❖ Novice Horse Riding ❖ Barrel Racing ❖ Jr. Break-Away Roping ❖ Jr. Barrel Racing
at the AGRICOM
Don’t miss the Lac La Biche Farmer’s Market! PH: 780-623-8002 Every Friday 3:00-5:30 pm April - December
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HOTELS & MOTELS Almac Motor Hotel Lac La Biche T. 780-623-4123
La Biche Inn Lac La Biche T. 780-623-4427
Best Canadian Motor Inns Lac La Biche T. 1-888-700-2264 E. laclabiche@bcminns.com W. bcminns.com
Parkland 1 & 2 Lac La Biche T. 780-623-4424 W. parklandmotels.com
Canalta Hotel Lac La Biche T. 1-780-623-4490 W. canaltahotels.com Chez-Nous Motel Plamondon T. 780-798-2011
Pelican Hotel Plamondon T. 780-798-3759 Ramada Lac La Biche T. 780-623-2250 W. wyndhamhotels.com
Choose local accommodations to extend your Lac La Biche Region visit into a multi-day experience. Combine community events and festivals, outdoor adventures and cultural immersion to see how much you can pack into a memorable long weekend or midweek stay — and what you’ll have to save for next time.
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Lowest rates in town • Lofts & suites Kitchenettes & Jacuzzis • Real Home Comforts!
CaLL 780 -623- 4424 oR ToLL-fRee 1-855-623-6825 To booK! In Plamondon stop by the Pelican Hotel • 780 798 3759 Restaurant & Bar • VLTs • Liquor Store Open 7 DayS a Week
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Visit our BCMInns and Kanata Inns locations Coleman Drayton Valley Fort McMurray Hinton Lac La Biche Lloydminster Peace River
Blairmore Fort Saskatchewan Invermere Kelowna Whitecourt kanatainns.com
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BREWS & CHEWS Look up local eateries on Facebook for menus, specials and changes to operations due to COVID-19. A&W Fast Food 9951 103 St, Lac La Biche
Jack’s On 2nd Pizza 2 Avenue, Kikino
Beaver Hill Shell Pizza, Donairs 9024 Beaver Hill Road, Lac La Biche
Joe’s Grill Pizzas, Burgers, Donairs 67165 Lakeland Drive, 10 minutes east of Lac La Biche at Hwy 881 Junction
Booster Juice Smoothies 8702 91 Ave, Lac La Biche (Bold Center) Boston Pizza Pizza, Burgers, Salads 14068 Stanley Drive, Lac La Biche The Café on Main Coffee, Sandwiches, Baked Goods 10105 101 Ave, Lac La Biche Costa Café Coffee, Lunch, Soups 10263 101 Ave, Lac La Biche
Fat Unicorn Taphouse & Grill Craft Beer, Burgers, Dinner Entrees 9024 Beaver Hill Road, Lac La Biche
Ginger House Family Restaurant Chinese Food 10201 101 St, Lac La Biche
Tom’s
PIZZA & STEAKHOUSE 780-623-4499 10303-101 Avenue Lac La Biche, AB
LaBones Sports Pub Pizza, Burgers, Dinner Entrees 10015 101 Ave, Lac La Biche Lee’s Burger Baron Burgers, Donairs, Pizza 10215 101 Ave, Lac La Biche Lucky 15 Restaurant Chinese Food 10 Nipewon Rd, Lac La Biche
Eddie’s Mart Soups, Sandwiches 10251 101 Ave, Lac La Biche
From Scratch Cafe Breakfast, Lunch 10022 101 Ave, Lac La Biche
KFC/Taco Bell Fast Food 10003 101 Ave, Lac La Biche
Mac’s Grill (Almac Hotel) Breakfast, Burgers, Dinner Entrees 10425 101 Ave, Lac La Biche Mo’s Billiards Pool Hall Bar/Bar Food 10117 102 Ave, Lac La Biche Pelican Grill Lac La Biche Golf and Country Club Pelican Grille & Restaurant 10040 100 St, Plamondon
2 for 1 Pizza Greek Cuisine Steak & Seafood Breakfast Daily Specials Soups & Salads Kid’s Menu Pasta Burgers & Sandwiches Appetizers Main Entrees Homespun Ice Cream
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Dine In or Take Out tripadvisor
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Hours Tuesday to Sunday 8:00am - 10:00 pm Closed Monday
Relaxing Atmosphere...Friendly Service...Reasonably Priced
Queen Bean Café & Bakery Coffee, Baked Goods 10027 101 Ave, Lac La Biche Subway Fast Food 10101 101 Ave, Lac La Biche Tara’s Pizza Pizzas, Burgers, Donairs 10219 101 Ave, Lac La Biche and 8702 91 Ave, Lac La Biche (Bold Center) The Mill Bakery (seasonal) Seasonal Food Truck The Rustic Bean Coffee, Baked Goods, Gifts 8702 91 Ave, Lac La Biche (Bold Center)
Top Shelf Grill Burgers, Soup, Sandwiches 10013 98 Ave, Plamondon (Plamondon Arena) and McArthur Park, Lac La Biche (seasonal from May long weekend to September long weekend). Truckers Saloon Night Club V&H Drive-In Fast Food/Drive-through 10001 103 St, Lac La Biche Voyageur Grill Fast Food 9531 94 Ave, Lac La Biche (inside Portage College, open September June)
Tom’s Pizza & Steakhouse Breakfast, Pizza, Steak, Greek Food 10303 101 Ave, Lac La Biche
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GUIDES, OUTFITTERS, RENTERS AND SUPPLIERS GUIDES DRAGAN UZELAC – NIKO WILDERNESS EDUCATION Nikowilderness.com / 403-993-2805 / nikowilded@gmail.com
PAUL PADLESKY (TRAPPER PAUL) – WINEFRED LAKE OUTFITTERS Winefredlakeoutfitters.com / 780-404-3213 / aulsher@hotmail.com
JOHN RITCHIE – HIDEAWAY ADVENTURE GROUNDS Hideawayadventuregrounds.ca / 780-623-8885 / hideawayadventure@gmail.com
OUTFITTERS, RENTERS & SUPPLIERS ARGO NORTH Argonorth.ca / 780-276-0139 / lee@argonorth.ca / 10050 100 Street, Plamondon
LAC LA BICHE SPORTING GOODS Llbsports.ca / 780-623-4145 / llbsportinggoods@telusplanet.net / 10005 101 Avenue, Lac La Biche
LAKELAND EXPEDITIONS RENTALS Lakelandexpeditions.com / 780-404-5756 / info@lakelandexpeditions.come
OFF ROAD RENTALS & SALES Offroadrentals.ca / 780-623-8020 / offroadrentalsllb@gmail.com / Sentinel Industrial Park, Lac La Biche
PLAMONDON CO-OP Plamondoncoop.ca/ 780-798-3766 / office@plamondoncoop.ca / 9937 101 Avenue, Plamondon
ANIWYE ADVENTURES Aniwyeadventures.ca 780-520-4853 McArthur Park, Lac La Biche (Seasonal)
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PARKS & REC GOLFING The Lac La Biche Golf & Country Club inspires with every swing and putt. The par-72 golf course features 18 holes and a driving range in a breathtaking lakeshore setting. The view from the hilltop clubhouse, across the emerald fairways and sparkling waters, is one of the best in the region. Visit golflaclabiche.ca or call (780) 623-4288 for more course information. 64 | laclabichecounty.com
RECREATION FACILITIES AND OUTDOOR LEISURE All recreation facilities and leisure options on this page are subject to COVID-19 protocols that may change.
BOLD CENTER 8702 91 Avenue, Lac La Biche / boldcenter.ca / (780) 623-3829 • • • • • •
Cenovus Child Minding Centre: paid childcare and indoor playground Cenovus Fitness & Wellness Centre: workout area, boxing ring and training area, steam rooms Canadian Natural Track: three walking/running lanes (free access to all) Public skating and fieldhouse drop-in activities (seasonal Laser Tag from April-August) Outdoor basketball and tennis courts (outdoor sports fields coming in 2021) Stuart McPherson Public Library
PORTAGE POOL 9531 94 Avenue, Lac La Biche / boldcenter.ca / (780) 623-6777 • • •
Five-lane main pool Wading pool, hot tub and wet steam room Public lane swims, and open swims (toonie swims on Sundays)
MCARTHUR PARK Lakeshore between 99 Street and 100 Street, Lac La Biche • • • • • •
Playground & Paul Richard Memorial Spray Park Public beach and Lifejacket Loaner Station (call 780-623-6777 to confirm availability) Rotary Adult Exercise Park Beach volleyball court Recreation equipment rentals and concession Easy access to lakeshore walking trail
ALEXANDER HAMILTON PARK Lakeland Drive, east edge of Lac La Biche • • • •
Designated off-leash area for dogs Picnic shelter and trout pond (summer fishing permitted) Outdoor skating loop in winter Stocked fire pit in winter months
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SHOP LOCAL FOR ALL YOUR EQUIPMENT RENTAL NEEDS
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From grilling savoury items from the Food Store, purchasing a fishing or hunting licence and camping equipment and supplies from our Hardware & Agro location or refilling your propane tank at our C-Store Plamondon Co-op has you covered. 780-798-3766 You’re At Home Here!
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Home Packages Hardware Electrical Lawn & Garden Greenhouse Building Supplies Plumbing Housewares Painting Camping Gear Seasonal Supplies
Serving Lac La Biche & the surrounding area for over 55 Years! Groceries Meat Produce Deli Bakery
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Mon - Sat 7am-8pm/Sun 8am-6pm 780-623-4234 10114 - 101 St, Lac La Biche Cummins Authorized Dealer
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LAC LA BICHE REGION WISH LIST Jot down your top three must-do Lac La Biche Region experiences*. Include your contact information and send a picture of this page to ecdev@laclabichecounty.com to enter a contest. Halfway through 2021 and then again at the end of the year, we’ll draw a winner and provide them with a Lac La Biche Region experience package based on their wish list!** *Experiences must be listed in the Lac La Biche Region 2021 Visitor Guide. **Lac La Biche County cannot guarantee availability of specific experiences at contest draw times.
1 2 3 Your name: Phone number: Email address: I certify that I am at least 18 years of age. The personal information collected on this page is in accordance with Section 33(c) of the Alberta Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act for the purpose of administering the Lac La Biche Region Wish List contest, and will only be used for this purpose. If you have any questions regarding the collection of your personal information, please contact Lac La Biche County’s FOIP Coordinator at (780) 623-1747.
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