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NATIONAL PARKS IN ALBERTA |
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| Banff National Park Banff National Park, Canada's first national park and the world's third. Spanning 6,641 square kilometres (2,564 square miles) of valleys, mountains, glaciers, forests, meadows and rivers, Banff National Park is one of the world's premier destination spots. |
| Elk Island National Park Elk Island National Park of Canada protects the wilderness of the aspen parkland, one of the most endangered habitats in Canada. This beautiful oasis is home to herds of free roaming plains bison, wood bison, moose, deer, and elk. |
| Jasper National Park Jasper is the largest and most northerly Canadian rocky mountain national park, part of a spectacular World Heritage Site. Comprised of delicate and carefully protected ecosystems, Jasper's scenery is non-the-less rugged and mountainous. |
| Waterton Lakes National Park Rugged, windswept mountains rise abruptly out of gentle prairie grassland in spectacular Waterton Lakes National Park. Here, several different ecological regions meet and interact in a landscape shaped by wind, fire, flooding, and abundant plants and wildlife. |
| Wood Buffalo National Park Wood Buffalo National Park of Canada is our country's largest national park and one of the largest in the world. It was established in 1922 to protect the last remaining herds of bison in northern Canada. Today, it protects an outstanding and representative example of Canada's Northern Boreal Plains. |
 Jasper National Park Photo Courtesy of Jon Sullivan http://pdphoto.org/ |
PARKS - PROVINCIAL
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| Aspen Beach Provincial Park Its wide sand beaches and warm shallow water are ideal for paddling, sunbathing and swimming. 1-403-748-4066 Lacombe |
Beauvais Lake Provincial Park Diverse montane landscapes, great scenery and rainbow trout fishing 1-403-382-4097 Pincher Creek |
| Big Hill Springs Provincial Park A series of small waterfalls that flow year-round over rocky terraces covered with a lush growth of shrubs and grasses 1- 403-297-5293 Cochrane |
Big Knife Provincial Park An area once important to the Plains Indians. Also the home of "One-eyed" Nelson, who had a moonshine operation at the site many years ago 1-403-742-7512 Stettler |
| Bragg Creek Provincial Park nestled in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains beside the Elbow River; it has a large open picnic area; hiking and fishing are excellent. 1-866-366-2267 Bragg Creek |
Brown-Lowery Provincial Park The area is rich in flora and fauna; the park is also the site of an old sawmill. 1-403-297-5293 Turner Valley |
| Calling Lake Provincial Park The marshy area around the lake shelters nesting waterfowl; occasional sightings of white pelicans and great blue herons. 1-780-331-3860 Athabasca |
Carson-Pegasus Provincial Park Forests of aspen, balsam poplar, balsam fir and white spruce, as well as willow/alder shorelines, black spruce bogs, sedge/grass marshes and fens. Popular trout fishing spots and is home to a wide variety of mammals and numerous bird species; a seawall makes fishing easy for those without boats. 1-780-778-2664 Whitecourt |
| Chain Lakes Provincial Park Year-round camping and fishing opportunities. 1-403-646-5887 Nanton |
Cold Lake Provincial Park breeding area for numerous waterfowl, including colonial nesting birds; the lake also provides excellent sport fishing. 1-780-639-3341 Cold Lake |
| Crimson Lake Provincial Park Foothills forests in the west, bog and muskeg in the north and aspen parkland in the east; visitors can enjoy a variety of outdoor experiences, abundant wildlife such as moose and deer. 1- 03-845-2330 Rocky Mtn. House |
Cross Lake Provincial Park Canoeing and wildlife viewing 1-780-675-8213 Westlock |
| Crow Lake Provincial Park Steep valley sides are forested with mixed stands of white spruce, aspen & some balsam fir; parts of the area have escaped fire for a long time, so some of the spruce are more than 150 years old; bald eagle nests have been found along the lake's shores. 1-780-623-5235 Lac La Biche |
Cypress Hills Provincial Park The highest point in Canada between the Rocky Mountains & Labrador. The park's montane environment is an oasis of mixed & lodgepole pine forests in the midst of the Canadian prairies. The park features a wealth of plant & animal life, including 14 species of orchids. 1-403-893-3782 Medicine Hat |
| Dillberry Lake Provincial Park Internationally recognized for shorebird migration. 1-780-853-8221 Lloydminster |
Dinosaur Provincial Park Some of the most extensive dinosaur fossil fields in the world are found here; the area's badlands & cottonwood river habitat are the other significant features that resulted in the park's designation as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979; you won't want to miss a visit to the Royal Tyrrell Museum of Palaeontology Field Station, located within the park. 1-403-378-3700 Brooks |
| Dry Island Buffalo Jump Provincial Park Dry Island Buffalo Jump is so-named because of the unusual land formation; a flat-topped mesa called a "dry island" rises 200 metres above the Red Deer River. In the distance you can see the grassy cliff-top of an ancient buffalo jump. Cree Indians hunted bison here by stampeding them over the high cliffs, providing enough meat, skins and other products to sustain them. 1-403-823-1749 Innisfail |
Dunvegan Provincial Park Site of the restored Fort Dunvegan Factor House, St. Charles Mission (church and rectory) and a modern visitor centre; historic site tours available during summer months; site of Alberta's only vehicle suspension bridge. 1-780-538-5350 Fairview |
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| Garner Lake Provincial Park Well-treed campground; the quiet lake and grassy playground make this a good family spot. 1-780-645-6295 Smokey Lake |
Gooseberry Lake Provincial Park Go fishing in the neighboring stocked trout pond, walk or bike the trails or try the 9-hole golf course during your stay. 1-403-577-3873 Consort |
| Greene Valley Provincial Park A wildlife corridor that serves as a winter range for moose and mule deer. Breathtaking view of the junction of the Peace and Smoky rivers. 1-780-624-6486 Peace River |
Gregoire Lake Provincial Park Camp in an aspen forest, explore the lake, or try your luck at fishing. 1-780-334-2111 Fort McMurray |
| Hilliard's Bay Provincial Park Sandy beach and warm, clear water provide great swimming and sunbathing. The park is a nesting area for great horned owl and great grey owl; bald eagles are a common site. 1-780-849-7124 High Prairie |
Jarvis Bay Provincial Park Platform tent rentals make ideal accommodation for those without camping equipment; group camping now available for groups with 5-20 camping units. 1-403-340-7691 Sylvan Lake |
| Kananaskis Country - Bow Valley Provincial Park Located at the confluence of the Bow and Kananaskis rivers, immediately east of the front range of the Rocky Mountains. World-renowned trout fishing in the Bow River and spectacular mountain scenery 1-403-673-2163 Canmore |
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| Kananaskis Country - Canmore Nordic Centre Provincial Park Day lodge provides current trail conditions, day & season pass sales, washrooms, lockers, showers, food & beverage service & reservations (meeting/ski waxing rooms) 1-403-678-2400 Canmore |
Kananaskis Country - Peter Lougheed Provincial Park Highwood Pass, the highest drivable mountain pass in Canada. Award-winning interpretive programs & numerous self-guided trails allow visitors to experience the area's spectacular mountain landscapes to the fullest. Park visitors can hike or cross-country ski on some of North America's finest trails. 1-403-591-7226 Canmore |
| Kananaskis Country - Sheep River Provincial Park habitat for a bighorn sheep herd. Open grassy slopes provide winter range for the elk and deer that spend summers in the higher alpine areas to the west; the park contains 2 major campgrounds, as well as several day use areas and trails. 1-866-366-2267 Turner Valley |
Kananaskis Country - Spray Valley Provincial Park Wildlife viewing, hiking and cross-country skiing, as well as frontcountry and backcountry camping. 1-866-366-2267 SW Canmore |
| Kinbrook Island Provincial Park An interpretive trail provides visitors with the opportunity to view the area's abundant bird species. Kinbrook is an excellent location from which to base day trips to Dinosaur Provincial Park 1-403-362-2962 Brooks |
Lakeland Provincial Park Lakeland is home to over 200 species of birds, as well as a diverse range of boreal forest mammals. Lakes, beaches and canoeing 1-780-623-5235 Lac La Biche |
| Lesser Slave Lake Provincial Park northernmost bird observatory in Canada & more than 240 bird species have been observed. Largest auto-accessible lake in Alberta (108 km long); the 983-metre Marten Mountain Viewpoint overlooks the lake 1-780-849-2111 Slave Lake |
Little Bow Provincial Park The orchard-like atmosphere and beauty of Travers Reservoir and the surrounding hills combine to create an ideal setting for campers, picnickers and boaters. 1-403-897-3933 Vulcan |
| Little Fish Lake Provincial Park Bird watching, and a prairie landscape of rolling grassy hills in a near-natural state. 1-403-823-1749 Drumheller |
Long Lake Provincial Park Glacial meltwater channel, covered in a boreal mixedwood forest 1-780-576-3959 Athabasca |
| Midland Provincial Park The park is home to the world-class Royal Tyrrell Museum of Palaeontology 1-403-823-1749 Drumheller |
Miquelon Lake Provincial Park Hand launch available for canoes and other small water craft 1-780-672-7274 New Sarepta |
| Moose Lake Provincial Park Hike through dense aspen, pine and spruce forest. Watch pelicans or fish for walleye, pike or perch 1-780-639-3341 Bonneyville |
Notikewin Provincial Park Confluence of the Peace and Notikewin rivers, the campground offers treed sites and is very quiet and private. 1-780-836-2048 Manning |
| O'Brien Provincial Park Ideal spot for a relaxing picnic or stroll along the river. 1-780-538-5350 Grande Prairie |
Obed Lake Provincial Park Three small lakes and a wetland treed with black spruce and larch. Well-drained upland support mixedwood forests of aspen, lodgepole pine and white spruce; trumpeter swans nest on Sucker Lake Edson |
| Park Lake Provincial Park Originally a grassland area, large planted poplar trees along the lake make it extremely popular for outdoor recreation 1-403-382-4097 Lethbridge |
Pembina River Provincial Park Located near the towering Pembina River gorge; the gorge, with cliffs as high as 62 metres, was created by meltwaters from the retreat of glaciers during the Wisconsin Age; the Pembina River within the park has cut through the brown sandstone of the Paskapoo Formation & the underlying shales & siltstone of the Edmonton Formation; the gorge offers an interesting view of these geological features. 1-780-727-3643 Entwistle |
| Pigeon Lake Provincial Park A popular for boating, water-skiing & swimming; it is approximately 22 km long & 11 km wide; excellent fishing & bird watching; well-treed campsites provide visitors with a quiet & serene camping experience; abundance of wildlife 1-780-586-2864 Wetaskiwin |
Police Outpost Provincial Park Well-protected private campsites and well-maintained hiking & mountain biking trails. Outpost Wetlands Natural Area is located nearby. 1-403-653-4060 Cardston |
| Queen Elizabeth Provincial Park 1-780-624-6486 Grimshaw |
Red Lodge Provincial Park 1-403-224-2547 Bowden |
| Rochon Sands Provincial Park Watch the graceful flight of geese on their late summer migration south; in the campground, undergrowth provides protection from wind, while large trees create a cool, shady picnic area 1-403-742-4338 Stettler |
Saskatoon Island Provincial Park Quiet picnic spots. Visit in late July to enjoy delicious saskatoon berries. 1-780-538-5350 Grande Pairie |
| Sir Winston Churchill Provincial Park Old-growth mixedwood forest, Bird-watching - 200 bird species, including caspian terns and a colony of double-crested cormorants. 1-780-623-4144 Lac La Biche |
Strathcona Science Provincial Park This park is part of the Capital City Park trail system; it is connected to Rundle Park by a pedestrian bridge. 1-780-922-3293 Edmonton |
| Sundance Provincial Park Preserves a diverse landscape of moist old-growth forest, spectacular sandstone cliffs, steep valleys, hoodoos and a wetland complex. Emerson Lakes is a beautiful chain of 5 lakes joined by hiking trails. 1-780-865-2154 Hinton |
Sylvan Lake Provincial Park 1.6 km-long sand and grass beach; the area hosts a number of special events each year, including several beach volleyball tournaments; boat launches are available 1-403-340-7691 Sylvan Lake/Red Deer |
| Thunder Lake Provincial Park Popular with boaters, water-skiers, swimmers and campers. 1-780-674-4051 Barrhead |
Tillebrook Provincial Park A quiet shady oasis surrounded by prairie grassland. The campground is an excellent location from which to base day excursions to nearby Dinosaur & Kinbrook Island provincial parks 1-403-362-4525 Brooks |
| Vermilion Provincial Park Hiking trails in this park provide views of scenic levees, marshes and oxbow lakes in the Vermilion River valley. Cross Country skiing in the winter months 1-780-853-4372 Vermillion |
Wabamun Lake Provincial Park 1-780-892-2702 Wabamun |
| Whitney Lakes Provincial Park Landscape of esker & kettle formations; an extensive trail system links Ross, Whitney, Laurier & Borden lakes; interpretive signs along trails describe the plants and animals of this beautiful area; trails follow lake shorelines and pass through forests & campgrounds; exceptional wildlife viewing opportunities; well treed campsites. 1-780-645-6295 Elk Point |
Williamson Provincial Park Great family beach 1-780-538-5350 Valleyview |
| Willow Creek Provincial Park The rolling grasslands and tree-lined creek provide quiet camping and picnicking spots on the edge of the Porcupine Hills. 1- 03-549-2162 Claresholm |
Winagami Lake Provincial Park Over 200 species of waterfowl and songbirds. Birdwatching trails and a viewing platform equipped with spotting scopes on-site. 1-780-523-0041 High Prairie |
| Woolford Provincial Park A favourite with families; during your stay, take a few side trips & visit Remington-Alberta Carriage Centre, The Great Canadian Barn Dance & Waterton Lakes National Park 1-403-382-4097 Cardston |
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| Writing-on-Stone Provincial Park A sacred landscape that has special spiritual significance for the Blackfoot people who hunted & travelled the Great Plains for generations. The First Nations petroglyphs (carvings) & pictographs (paintings) that cover the park's sheer sandstone cliffs are protected here as a legacy to this spiritual connection of a people with a place. 1-403-647-2364 Milk River |
Wyndham-Carseland Provincial Park Fishing and camping 1-403-934-3523 Carseland |
| Young's Point Provincial Park Camping, boating, swimming 1-780-538-5350 Valleyview |
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Parks - Historical |
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| Blackfoot Crossing Historical Park 1-403-734-5171 Cluny |
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