Adventures
4 Seasons of Fun! GO ATVing...
GO Sledding...
GO Skiing...
Alberta’s Iron Horse Trail (278 km) - 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. Visit www.ironhorsetrail.ca for more details.
There are over 500 km of trails maintained by over 10 snowmobile clubs in communities throughout the area. For trail maps contact: Alberta Snowmobile Assn. www.altasnowmobile.ab.ca 780-427-2695
Long Lake Ski Area offers 13 downhill & snowboarding runs with a rope tow & T-bar lifts. Ski equipment rentals. Designated tobogganing area. Snowmaking, cafeteria, ski & snowboard lessons. www.skilonglake.com 1-866-576-2161
GO Geocaching...
Mount Joy Snow Resort Southwest of Lloydminster 780-745-2547 www.mountjoy.ca
Redwater Sandhills Prov. Rec. Area (100 km), east of Redwater North Bruderheim Prov. Rec. Area (14 km), north of Bruderheim Lakeland Prov. Rec. Area (140 km), southeast of Lac La Biche
GO Boating... Whether it’s sailing across a lake, houseboating, on a sea-doo or a fishing boat; you’re bound to have fun! Besides the numerous lakes in the region you can also enjoy canoeing, kayaking and rafting at various locations including the North Saskatchewan River, Battle River and Vermilion River. While on your paddling adventure soak in the spectacular scenery of these lakes and rivers!
A popular outdoor “treasure hunting” activity that involves using a GPS unit to find hidden caches. www.geocaching.com
Kinosoo Ridge Snow Resort East of Cold Lake 780-594-5564
GO Hiking, Biking, X-Country Skiing... East of Edmonton there are over 20 National & Provincial Parks & Recreation Areas with trails. In addition to this 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. See our Campground Section (pages 25-28) to find details about these parks and trails.
Rent it... Strathcona Wilderness Centre - Rent complete x-country ski and snowshoe equipment for all ages. Ski lessons are available along with waxing services, food concession and lounge area. 12 km of groomed & track set trails. Located 16 km E of Sherwood Park. 780-922-3939 Elk Island Polaris - Sales & Rentals - Fort Saskatchewan Rent ATVs and Snowmobiles (see ad page 49). See MAP inside back cover for Parks & Natural Area locations.
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