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Parkland County is well known for its beautiful parks, trails and natural areas. There is something for everyone to enjoy!
Parks in the County
HELLO ICE!! December 12, 2018
All trails at Chickakoo were groomed today - they are icy so please enjoy with caution!
Update: November 7, 2018
The gates to the lower parking lot at Constable Chelsey Robinson Park are closed but the park is still open; please park in the upper parking lot and walk down to enjoy the park.
Chickakoo Lake Recreation Area |
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1228 Township Rd. 534 If you are a nature lover, this is the place for you! With over 480 acres of woodland and lakes, Chickakoo is home to wildlife such as moose, deer, beavers, birds and so much more. Enjoy 11 kilometres of trails used for walking, mountain biking, horseback riding and cross country skiing. Trails are regularly groomed and tracks set regularly for cross country skiing in the winter months. There are washrooms, picnic areas, fire pits with firewood supplied, a gazebo, a playground, and hand launch for non-motorized boats. Dogs are welcome on leash.
HELLO ICE!! December 12, 2018 All trails at Chickakoo were groomed today - they are icy so please enjoy with caution!
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Constable Chelsey Robinson Park |
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2303 Township Rd. 510
Constable Chelsey Robinson Park is Parkland County's newest park on the banks of the North Saskatchewan River. Enhoy the beautiful view of the river as you fish, enjoy a picnic or go for a walk along the riverbank. There are 16 picnic sites, fire pits with firewood provided free of charge, and washrooms. Dogs are welcome on leash.
Update: November 7, 2018 The lower parking lot gates are closed for the season but the park is still open; please park in the upper parking lot and walk down to enjoy the park.
Directions:
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Hasse Lake Recreation Area |
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52228 Range Rd. 21
Update: December 2018 Alberta Health Services Advisory has been lifted - Hasse Lake There is no current Alberta Health Services Health Advisory.
This beautiful 300-acre day use park is a great place to enjoy a family picnic, go bird watching or take a stroll on the 3 km loop trail. There is a hand launch and dock at the lake for boats (speed limit 12 km/hr) and fish cleaning tables. The park is open for winter use and ice fishing. Dogs are welcome on leash. |
Jackfish Lake Recreation Area and Boat Launch |
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7-52204 HWY 770
This delightful park is the perfect place to spend the day on the water, the beach and enjoy the sun. It features a boat launch for motorized boats, beach area for swimming, fishing and a picnic area. The park is open in the winter months for ice fishing. A $20 parking fee applies from May 15 to September 15 during the following hours:
Please note: Parking is limited; 23 stalls are available on a first come, first served basis. |
Prospectors' Point Day Use Area |
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51013 Range Rd. 263
Rumor has it there is gold in that river! Located on the banks of the North Saskatchewan River, just outside the Town of Devon, Prospectors' Point Day Use area is a great place to go fishing or pan for gold. There are picnic tables and washrooms onsite; however, fires are not permitted. Dogs are welcome on leash. Prospectors' Point is the trailhead for the Devonian Trail; a 7km trail that connects to the University of Alberta Botanic Gardens. |
Tucker's Field |
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NW - 11 - 51 - 26 - W - 4
160 acres of natural area between Prospectors' Point and the University of Alberta Botanic Gardens with a natural trail system. Enjoy kilometres of trails used for walking, mountain biking, horseback riding and cross country skiing. Trails are regularly groomed and tracks set regularly for cross country skiing in the winter months. Dogs are welcome on leash and equestrian use permitted seasonally.
HELLO ICE!! December 12, 2018 All trails at Tucker's Field are very icy - please enjoy cautiously! |
Secondary Day Use Park Areas
Parkland County has a number of small day use parks that provide access to a variety of lakes including Wabamun Lake, Lake Isle and Muir Lake.
Ascot Beach |
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23-53113 Range Rd. 44
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Devonian Trail |
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51013 Range Rd. 263
Funded in partnership with the River Valley Alliance, the County's newest trail is now complete. The 7m trail spans from Prospectors' Point to the University of Alberta Botanic Gardens. Washrooms are located at Prospectors' Point and Bunchberry Meadows.
HELLO ICE!! December 12, 2018 The trail is very icy - please enjoy cautiously! |
East Pit Lake |
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North of HWY 16, off Range Rd. 40B, Parkland County
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Gainford |
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104 Lake Rd., Gainford
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Kokomoko |
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6027 Township Rd. 534 Update: June 27, 2018 Alberta Health Services Advisory - Kokomoko Day Use Area There is a current Blue Green Algae Advisory for Isle Lake and signs are posted at Kokomoko Day Use Area advising visitors not to use the lake. Please visit Alberta Health Services Health Advisory for additional information.
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Muir Lake |
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27429 Township Rd. 540
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Rich's Point |
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1-53025 Range Rd. 43
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Natural Areas
Parkland County has independently operated natural areas that are great for nature walks and bird watching.
Provincial Parks
There are three beautiful provincial parks located within the boundaries of Parkland County:
- Pembina River Provincial Park is near the towering Pembina River gorge with cliffs as high as 62 metres! There is a campground and day use area. The park is a wonderful place to picnic, swim and spend the day.
- Wabamun Lake Provincial Park offers lake access and clean beaches. There is a campground, picnic area, playground and so much more.
- Lois Hole Centennial Provincial Park has over 1421 hectares of lake and natural areas. This park is wonderful for bird watching and nature walks.