2019 Go East of Edmonton Campground Guide

For locations of beaches, lakes, parks, and Recreation Areas refer to the Campground Listings in this Guide and detailed Map inside back cover.

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- Most campgrounds have firepits, picnic tables and shaded/wooded sites.

- This campground guide also includes Trail & Recreation information.

- Rates, services and phone numbers listed are subject to change.

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Alberta FREE Fishing Weekend July 6-7!

Photo by Darren Kisilevich - Fishing at Pinehurst Lake, Lakeland PRA

From feasting on rainbow trout to trophy fishing on the lakes or the North Saskatchewan River for Alberta Sturgeon–you are sure to experience fantastic fishing in the region. Up to 10 species of fish await your hook in over 100 lakes, ponds and rivers in the area, many of which are great in both summer and winter.

Photo by Hamilton House Bed & Breakfast, Cold Lake

ALBERTA SPORTFISHING REGULATIONS for complete details visit: www.albertaregulations.ca

For a complete list of FISHING HOLES visit www.GoEastofEdmonton.com/Fishing

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Moose Lake M.D. of Bonnyville

While on your paddling adventure soak in the spectacular scenery of the region’s lakes and rivers. Enjoy canoeing, kayaking and tubing at various locations including the North Saskatchewan River, Battle River, Vermilion River and Beaver River. Astotin Lake in Elk Island National Park is very popular with canoe, kayak and SUP rentals available. Lakeland Provincial Park in Lac La Biche region, offers the only canoe circuit in Alberta. The 38 kilometre paddle is an exceptional experience. When portaging between the seven lakes, use the canoe carts available to add to the ease and enjoyment.

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Alberta’s Iron Horse Trail (278 km) is a part of the Trans Canada Trail. This uninterrupted corridor of abandoned CN Rail Line welcomes all types of trail users. ATVs and snowmobiles are very popular on this trail. The western branch starts in Waskatenau, the eastern branch starts in Heinsburg, and the northern branch heads to Cold Lake. (See ad page 51).

North Bruderheim Provincial Recreation Area (14 km), just north of Bruderheim and east of Highway 830 along Twp Rd 565, is a designated OHV/ATV recreation area. However, please note that OHV use is not permitted on roads or road right-of-ways in this provincial recreation area.

Redwater Sandhills Provincial Recreation Area (100 km) - The Sandhills Area boasts one of the largest sand dune fields in the region, and can be found only five minutes east of Redwater on Twp Rd. 574. The area contains numerous designated looping trails and is used extensively by ATV and snowmobile riders.

Lakeland Provincial Recreation Area (140 km) in Lac La Biche region, has shared trails for motorized ATVs and snowmobiles.

Many of these trails have been upgraded so that ATV use does not degrade the trail and the landscape.

Lakeland Breakers Trail System (35 km) Along the North Saskatchewan River, these summer trails are open for Hikers, ATV's, and Equestrian users. Cabins provide shelter and Canoe groups can use these for overnite rest stops. In winter snowmobilers enjoy these trails. Located in Two Hills County north of Beauvallon, these trails are also known as the Cougar Patch or Beauvallon Cabin Trails. Find trail maps at www.lakelandbreakers.com

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East of Edmonton there are over 20 National and Provincial Parks and Recreation Areas with trails. In addition, there are numerous other trails at campgrounds and other designated natural areas to enjoy. In total, there are over 1000 km of trails at over 50 locations across the region. Refer to the Campground Listings to find details about these parks and trails. See the pullout map for locations (inside back cover).

• Elk Island National Park - 80 km of trails • Cooking Lake-Blackfoot Provincial Recreation Area -170 km of trails • Lakeland Provincial Recreation Area - 140 km of trails

Beaver Hills Biodiversity Trail - The trail is located at Range Road 211 and Township Road 530 (Baseline Road), on the east side of the Strathcona Wilderness Centre. The trail is 2 km long with benches, lookout points and a picnic area at the trail head.

Northwest Bruderheim Natural Area includes over 600 acres in 2 locations, west of Highway 830 on Twp Rd 562, north on Rg Rd 211.

Both locations will allow you to discover the beauty of the natural landscape. Discover the trails and walk along the banks of Beaverhill Creek to see an amazing array of wildflowers. Enjoy the many activities—mushroom and berry picking, hiking, bird and wildlife watching, horseback riding and cross-country skiing.

The Strathcona Wilderness Centre is a four-season outdoor adventure centre, with 12 km of trails. Enjoy snowshoeing, crosscountry skiing, disc-golfing, hiking, wildlife watching, tent camping, picnicking, and more. The Wilderness Centre is located 16 km east of Sherwood Park and is open daily year round. In the winter you can rent complete x-country ski and snowshoe equipment for all ages.

See ad page 80.

Reservations for Alberta Parks: Reserve.AlbertaParks.ca or 1-877-537-2757 General Info: www.albertaparks.ca

White Earth Valley Natural Area is a 2055-hectare naturalist's gem. The 17 km White Earth Trail winds through a variety of rich habitats, with an abundance of diverse plants and wildlife. Hiking, wildlife viewing, horseback riding and geocaching are just some of the activities that your family will encounter. It is accessible from adjacent Long Lake Provincial Park during the operating season, with year-round access from Township Road 621.

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Cooking Lake -Blackfoot PRA, Alberta Parks

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A popular destination only 20 minutes north of Camrose and less than an hour from Edmonton lies Miquelon Lake Provincial Park.

The Park is home to a rich mosaic of poplar, aspen and white spruce forests and flowering shrubs. This landscape provides many opportunities to view an abundance of wildlife, especially of the winged variety – Miquelon attracts more than 200 bird species annually. It is also designated as part of the Beaver Hills UNESCO Biosphere Reserve and Beaver Hills Dark Sky Preserve.

Other opportunities for recreation include canoeing, hiking, biking, snowshoeing and cross-country skiing on the 18 km of wellmaintained back country trails. Partake in the numerous interpretive education programs that run throughout July and August or lead your own adventure by borrowing a Discovery Pack from the Park Centre. Finish the day with a marshmallow roast over a roaring campfire under the night sky. Stay the night in one of the 273 campsites or treat yourself to comfort camping in a yurt!

If you’re more interested in an adventure packed day trip, try Cooking Lake-Blackfoot Provincial Recreation Area. This massive landbase runs along the southern boundary of Elk Island National Park and offers free access to 170 km of back-country trails for hiking, biking and horseback riding. Home of the Canadian Birkebeiner Ski Festival, the site offers some of the best crosscountry skiing in Alberta. Come for the day with a picnic basket, a pair of binoculars in hand, and a spirit for nature exploration any day of the year. Check out the events in these parks at www.albertaparks.ca

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MAJOR ATTRACTION Less than 35 minutes east of Edmonton lies a year-round oasis where bison roam freely, sun glistens off lakes and ponds, and stars light-up the night sky; Elk Island National Park. This gentle wilderness of aspen woodlands, prairie meadows and pockets of wetland is a wildlife-watchers paradise; free roaming bison, elk, deer, moose, and more than 250 bird species call this place home.

A short drive to Elk Island National Park rewards visitors with countless recreation opportunities; hike or bike over 80 km of trails, rent canoes and paddle around the islands on Astotin Lake, take in a free program, or borrow a geocaching kit and enjoy a nearly 200 square kilometre scavenger hunt. Fun doesn't end as the sun begins to set; stay warm by a fire and look into a sky filled with stars and dancing Northern Lights. Without the glow of city lights around you'll see more than you knew existed!

With so much to do why not stay the night? Book a campsite and bring your tent or RV to the Astotin Lake Campground, or pack a backpack and make the 4 km hike into Oster Lake Backcountry Campground.

If you want the experience of camping but need a few more creature comforts, oTENTik's are available at Elk Island! oTENTik’s are a cross between a tent and a rustic cabin; bring a sleeping bag and discover the joys of camping without any fuss.

Photo: ŠParks Canada - Elk Island National Park

New for 2019: Renovations to the Elk Island National Park Visitor Centre and Gift Shop are almost complete: the completely redesigned space will be open to the public in May 2019. Be sure to stop and visit the brand new Elk Island National Park Visitor Information Centre and Gift Shop!

2019 Special Events

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Bison Fest - June 1 Canada Day - July 1 Parks Day - July 20 Milky Way Days - Sept. 1

Located 35 minutes east of Edmonton on Highway 16 780-922-5790 Campground Reservations: 1-877-RESERVE (737-3783) www.parkscanada.gc.ca/elkisland

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East of Edmonton has some of Alberta’s best wildlife viewing opportunities. Look for over 250 species of birds, such as herons, pelicans and bald eagles; also bears, beavers, bison, moose, elk, deer and more!

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Unique CANADIAN BIGHORN RESORT – Two rustic style log cabins. 1 igloo dome opening by summer 2019.

587-201-7243. North of Bonnyville.

HAMILTON HOUSE BED & BREAKFAST 780-594-7257

JUBILEE REGIONAL PARK (Lea Park Campground). 2 camping cabins.

Marwayne. 780-847-2273.

ELK ISLAND NATIONAL PARK OTENTIKS – 5 oTENTiks.

Near Cold Lake.

(an A-Frame tent & cabin in one).

1-877-737-3783.

LAKESHORE INN BED & BREAKFAST Cold Lake.

ELK ISLAND RETREAT TIPI CAMPING – 2 yurts (comfort

780-639-0000

camping), 2 trapper cabins, 1 tipi.

780-998-0708

METIS CROSSING - 10 comfort camping trappers tents overlooking the North Saskatchewan River.

780-656-2229

MORNING STAR RETREATS Luxury lodge, rustic cabins & cottages.

Cold Lake. 780-573-8948

STRATHCONA WILDERNESS CENTRE – The Lodge is available for SIR WINSTON CHURCHILL PROVINCIAL PARK Alberta's only Island park offers 15 lakefront cabins and two tipis. Lac La Biche. 780-623-4144.

WATERFRONT HARBOUR BED & BREAKFAST Cold Lake.

780-654-2132

retreat or group bookings, complete with kitchen, dining room and meeting facilities.780-922-3939.

FOOTLOOSE CABOOSE LODGE Luxuriously appointed railroad caboose.

Tofield. 780-662-2372.

MIQUELON PROVINCIAL PARK 4 Yurts. N of Camrose. 780-672-7274.

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HISTORIC MARWAYNE HOTEL

780-656-3615

780-847-4029

SUPER 8 HOTEL

KILLAM CROSSING HOTEL

Smoky Lake. 780-656-3515

780-385-2290

ARCHIE'S MOTEL Lamont.

780-895-2225

HEARTLAND HOTEL Lamont.

780-579-2001

WAGON WHEEL MOTEL Killam.

780-385-3838

CANALTA HOTELS 7 Hotels across the region 1-855-933-1933 canaltahotels.com

See the complete Accommodations Guide with more details online at www.GoEastofEdmonton.com/Stay

For a truly unique experience Rocky Meadows Country-Getaway, and Canadian Bighorn Resort, both north of Bonnyville, offer an exceptional getaway experience! Rocky Meadows Country-Getaway is much more than just a campground. You can have some fun playing a round of mini-golf with the family, or try your hand at paintball, and be sure to pick some in-season berries to take home with you. This unique getaway is 13 km north of Bonnyville on Highway 41, just south of La Corey. Heading north of La Corey, surrounded by boreal forest is Canadian Bighorn Resort. Their mission is to create a wilderness experience where guests are able to escape the stress and pressures of everyday life, and experience fun, adventure and rejuvenation. Need we say more? Book your getaway today!

Rocky Meadows Country-Getaway Campground open year-round.

Your Wilderness Escape

CANADIAN BIGHORN RESORT 2 Rustic Style Cabins, Common Area Lodge, Glamping Units, and RV Sites set on a Bighorn Sheep Ranch.

Hiking, ATV Trails, Fishing Pond, Wildlife Viewing and more!

587-201-7243

www.canadianbighorn.com

Canadian Bighorn Resort Rustic Style Cabins open year-round.

Country Retreat

Just 3 minutes east of Kinosoo beach you will enjoy the tranquility throughout the 142 acres at Morning Star Retreats. Here you will not only take a load off and relax, you will also reconnect with yourself and nature in a very comforting, and natural setting.

On the southside of Cold Lake at Cherry Grove you will find a pure woodland oasis.

Hamilton House B&B features a private lake where you can soak up the Hamilton House Fishing Charter sun on your own private beach, or take in the fresh air and relax in an outdoor hot tub. They also have hiking and biking trails to enjoy, and can even take you on a fishing charter. These unique stays are excited to welcome you!

Your hosts: Brian & Debbie Hamilton

10 minutes SE of Cold Lake in Cherry Grove For reservations or to book a tour:

Ph: 780-594-7257

www.hamiltonhouse.com

Only 2 hrs east of Edmonton!

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Stoney Lake Stampede July 5-7, 2019

County Campgrounds • Stoney Lake 780-724-2381

• Lac Bellevue 780-645-2639

• Floating Stone Lake 780-726-3428

• Westcove at Vincent Lake 780-645-6688 All with Power Sites and excellent Facilities.

• Whitney Lakes Provincial Park

21st Annual

Mallaig Haying in the 30's August 3-4, 2019

Golf at...

• Mann Lakes Golf Course • Elk Point Golf Course • St. Paul Golf Club

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Iron Horse Trail

www.ironhorsetrail.ca

Ashmont Heritage Days August 9-11, 2019

County of St. Paul 780-645-3301 E: countysp@county.stpaul.ab.ca

www.county.stpaul.ab.ca

The Best 9 hole course around!

1 km NW of intersection Hwy 28 & 855 PRO SHOP 780-656-2121 Premier 9-hole Course, par 36 Practice Facilities Carts & Club Rentals Available Licensed Dining Room & Patio 14 full service RV Sites Stay & Play packages available!

BOOK ONLINE @ smokylakegolf.com

2 FOR 1 Green Fees

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INNISFREE RECREATION PARK

Power Sites, Group Camp, Showers

780-592-2414 or 780-592-3886

www.innisfree.ca Snowbirds Welcome • Reservations Required • Gated Community • Winter Storage A quiet RV Park for people over 50 in a beautiful country location with seasonal, monthly & weekly rates.

bluebirdrvpark.ca 780-446-9842 or 780-701-5171

107 Fully Serviced Sites located on the Camrose Regional Exhibition Grounds adjacent to Camrose Resort Casino.

780.678.2888 reservations@camroservpark.com

•Pull Thrus •Shower & Laundry Facility •WiFi •Children’s Playground •Park Pavilion with Firepit •Short & Long Term Sites

www.camroservpark.com

Paradise Cove Resort

•DAILY RENTALS •YEARLY RENTALS •SAND BEACH •POWER HOOKUPS •BOAT LAUNCH FACILITY •FULL SERVICE STORE •PROPANE SALES •HOT SHOWERS •PLAYGROUND •FISHING

"The Resort of Northeast Alberta"

Phone (780) 636-2819 Located Approx. 34 Km North of Vilna Enter the Photo Contest at www.GoEastofEdmonton.com/Photo-Contest

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VILLAGE OF IRMA “Home of Great Fastball”

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Plan Your Stay at Irma Campground

North Saskatchewan River

Nestled on the north end of the Village, next to ball diamonds and the arena.

30 (P/W/S) sites, 20 (P) sites, large overflow area. Showers, washrooms & dump station.

Sites are booked on a first come first serve basis.

2 hrs east of Edmonton 10 min north of Myrnam

www.BearRidge.ca

5140 - 54 Ave., Irma

www.irma.ca

780-754-3665

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Situated on Highway 16 and 881, Mannville

60 Fully Serviced Sites Power, (30 AMP Breakers) Water and Sewer (21 Sites Year Round Hook-ups) (27 Sites with Shade Trees, Overflow: 33 Gravel Sites) • Fenced on all Sides with Exit and Enter Driveways • 3 Coin Operated Showers: 1 Shower, 1 Sink, 1 Toilet in each • 3 Commercial Coin Operated Washers and Dryers • Easy Access to Highway 16 and 881 • Close Proximity to: UFA Fuel, Confectionery, Liquor Store, Grocery Store and 2 Banks.

RV Park Office: 780-763-6404 RV Park Manager: 780-853-1129 or 780-763-2222 RV Park Owner: 780-853-0007 Box 60, Mannville, AB T0B 2W0

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