50 to 75 KM from Red Deer
RULES AND AMENITIES FOR ALL PaRKLAND AREAS
Rules:
Hiking allowed Day use only No open fires Foot access only Dogs: Please note that protected areas are some of the last remaining places where wildlife can live their lives in peace. Dogs frighten, chase and even kill wildlife. Please respect the wildlife and do NOT bring your dog (leashed or unleashed) to these areas. |
Amenities:
Bathrooms: Most have no bathrooms available, there are some exceptions Trash: Most have no garbage facilities. Please bring your trash home. Parking: Most have limited parking, or parking along ditches near area Hazards: Tripping and falling, wild animals - be prepared, bring bear spray. |
Consent Prior to Entry: No
Nevis – #121 in Alberta Discover Guide – 50.4 km from Red Deer
This approximately 367-acre site is located near the town of Nevis and consists of reclaimed gas plant featuring a mix of forest and seeded grasslands with a couple of small wetlands on its south side. Wildlife found at the site includes white-tailed and mule deer, moose, fox, coyote, Richardson’s ground squirrels and a variety of birds, amphibians, reptiles and small mammals.
Partners: Alberta Conservation Association, Alberta Fish & Game Association, Chevron Canada
http://www.albertadiscoverguide.com/site.cfm?grid=E3&number=121
Mirror Reservoir - #148 in Alberta Discover Guide - 50.6 km from Red Deer
This reservoir is 1.6 km W of Mirror on Highway 50. ACA annually stocks this pond with trout, typically before the May long weekend. Day-use facilities include a parking area, outhouse and garbage bins.
Partners: Alberta Conservation Association, Alberta Environment and Parks, Lacombe County
https://www.albertadiscoverguide.com/site.cfm?grid=E3&number=148
Gleniffer Lake Reservoir Provincial Recreation Area – 50.9 km from Red Deer
This natural area is more of a pullout with bathrooms, picnic areas and a splendid view of the reservoir. The reservoir does fluctuate in size and depth so depending on the level depends on how far you can walk into the reservoir. The area also offers a launch for boats, kayaks and canoes but check the level before you go to make sure there is enough water. When the water level is down Common Mare's Tail can be viewed poking through the exposed water bed.
Partners: Alberta Environment and Parks
https://www.albertaparks.ca/parks/central/gleniffer-reservoir-pra/
Drake – #165 in Alberta Discover Guide – 53.2 km from Red Deer
This 133-acre site is approximately 14 km east of Caroline next to the Porter Conservation Site (E3-170). To access the north side of the river go south on RR 44 from Highway 54. For the south side, go south on RR 43, west on TWP 361A and north on RR 44 to the end of the undeveloped road allowance. Surrounded mainly by mixed spruce and aspen forest, the Raven River meanders through this site, providing over 2 km of fishable water for anglers targeting brown trout. Wildlife in the area include moose, deer, black bear, elk, ruffed grouse and spruce grouse.
Partners: Alberta Conservation Association, Alberta Fish & Game Association
http://www.albertadiscoverguide.com/site.cfm?grid=E3&number=165
Porter – #70 in Alberta Discover Guide - 53.2 km from Red Deer
This 155-acre site is approximately 13 km E of Caroline, next to the Drake Conservation Site (E3-165). There are three access points: one along Highway 54 and two along RR 45. From Caroline, travel E along Highway 54 for 13 km to RR 45, 0.5 km S to a small parking area near the river, or 0.8 km to an approach at the SW corner. The landscape consists of mature spruce and aspen forest, with the Raven River meandering through 2 km of the site. Wildlife in the area includes moose, deer, elk and cougar. The subdivision, located off Highway 54 on the quarter section bordering the N bank of the Raven River, is private land and not part of the site. Do not trespass on private property.
Partners: Alberta Conservation Association, Alberta Fish & Game Assocation
http://www.albertadiscoverguide.com/site.cfm?grid=E3&number=170
Barritt – #60 in Alberta Discover Guide – 54.0 km from Red Deer
This 160-acre site is located approximately 5 km southeast of Mirror and consists of wetland, grassland and bush habitat. Wildlife found in the area includes white-tailed and mule deer, waterfowl and a variety of songbirds.
Partners: Ducks Unlimited Canada
http://www.albertadiscoverguide.com/site.cfm?grid=E3&number=60
Alix Lake Nature Trail – 54.1 km from Red Deer
This natural area has groomed trails that go around the lake. To access from Red Deer go east on Highway 11, turn north on Highway 601, turn again onto Highway 12 going northwest, turn onto Leon St and then immediately turn northwest again onto Railway Ave until 54 Street – continue until the end. Wildlife includes a variety of ducks, loons, songbirds, and muskrats.
https://birdingtrailsalberta.com/central-alberta-east/alix-lake-nature-trail/
Locke – #113 in Alberta Discover Guide – 55.3 km from Red Deer
This 139-acre site is located approximately 8 km southwest of Erskine and consists of wetland, grassland and bush habitat. Wildlife found in the area includes white-tailed and mule deer, waterfowl and a variety of songbirds.
Partners: Ducks Unlimited Canada
http://www.albertadiscoverguide.com/site.cfm?grid=E3&number=113
Coulson – #168 in Alberta Discover Guide – 55.4 km from Red Deer
This 10-acre site is located approximately 35 km southeast of Rocky Mountain House along the North Raven River, which offers world-class fishing opportunities for brown trout. The site was donated by Lillian and Francis Coulson in honour of her parents Marino and Emily Cozzubbo. This generous gift was made to conserve and protect the valuable riparian habitat found along the stream. Facilities include a maintained parking area, outhouse, garbage can, and picnic table. The site can be accessed from the east side of Highway 761 along a shared driveway approximately 6 km north of the junction of Highway 54.
Partners: Alberta Conservation Association, Alberta Fish & Game Association
http://www.albertadiscoverguide.com/site.cfm?grid=E3&number=168
Boulton – #46 in Alberta Discover Guide – 56.0 km from Red Deer
This 160-acre site is approximately 8 km NE of Elnora and consists of wetland, grassland and bush habitat. Wildlife in the area includes white-tailed and mule deer and waterfowl.
Partners: Ducks Unlimited Canada
http://www.albertadiscoverguide.com/site.cfm?grid=E3&number=46
North Raven River – #56 in Alberta Discover Guide – 56.7 km from Red Deer
This site consists of 430 acres of land along 14 km of the North Raven River (Stauffer Creek) and is 30 km SE of Rocky Mountain House. Cattle exclusion fencing was constructed along the river to improve riparian and instream habitats. In addition, a public parking lot was developed at SW-10-037-05-W5M, which provides access to excellent angling opportunities, primarily for brown trout and brook trout. Lands surrounding the parking area and riparian corridors are both privately owned and Crown grazing lease. Anglers must remain within the fenced corridor or obtain permission to do otherwise.
Partners: Alberta Conservation Association, Alberta Fish & Game Association, Alberta Environment and Parks, Trout Unlimited Canada
http://www.albertadiscoverguide.com/site.cfm?grid=E3&number=56
Medicine Lodge Hills Natural Area – 56.7 km from Red Deer
Partners: Alberta Environment and Parks
https://www.albertaparks.ca/parks/central/medicine-lodge-hills-na/
Kinvig – #157 in Alberta Discover Guide – 56.9 km from Red Deer
This 640-acre site is located approximately 5 km east of Elnora and consists of wetland, grassland and bush habitat. Wildlife found in the area includes white-tailed and mule deer, moose, waterfowl and a variety of small mammals and songbirds.
Partners: Ducks Unlimited Canada, Nature Conservancy of Canada
http://www.albertadiscoverguide.com/site.cfm?grid=E3&number=157
Mika – #155 in Alberta Discover Guide – 57.1 km from Red Deer
This 135-acre site is located approximately 6 km west of Erskine and consists of wetland, grassland and bush habitat. Wildlife found in the area includes white-tailed deer, waterfowl and a variety of small mammals and songbirds.
Partners: Ducks Unlimited Canada
http://www.albertadiscoverguide.com/site.cfm?grid=E3&number=155
Farthing – #70 in Alberta Discover Guide – 57.4 km from Red Deer
This 160-acre site is approximately 14 km NE of Elnora. Travel 3.2 km N of Elnora, then 9.6 km E on Highway 590. Travel N on RR 222 for 1 km to the site on the W side of the road. The site consists of hilly aspen poplar ridges, low areas, tame forage and native grasslands. Wildlife in the area includes moose, deer, grouse and a variety of parkland birds.
Partners: Alberta Conservation Association, Alberta Environment and Parks
http://www.albertadiscoverguide.com/site.cfm?grid=E3&number=70
Great West – #62 in Alberta Discover Guide – 57.4 km from Red Deer
This 310-acre site is located approximately 5 km west of Erskine and consists of wetland, grassland and bush habitat. Wildlife found in the area includes white-tailed and mule deer, waterfowl and a variety of songbirds.
Partners: Ducks Unlimited Canada
http://www.albertadiscoverguide.com/site.cfm?grid=E3&number=62
Magee Lake Natural Area – 58.5 km from Red Deer
To reach this natural area from Red Deer head north on Queen Elizabeth Highway II until the Milton/Gadsby Highway (Township Road 412) going east. Continue until Range Road 244 heading north until after Township Road 414 and the natural area will be on the left side on the road (look for Park Boundary Signs). This area has driven pathways throughout the mature trembling aspen forest. There are patches of white spruce, paper birch and grassland throughout the natural area. Animals that frequent this natural area include moose, white-tailed deer, porcupine, ruffed grouse, and numerous species of forest birds.
Partners: Alberta Environment and Parks
https://www.albertaparks.ca/parks/central/magee-lake-na/
Red Lodge Provincial Park – 58.5 km from Red Deer
This natural area is directly off of Highway 587 west leading into a campground with trails weaving through the campsite. There are a few trails that lead deeper into the natural area but they stay on the east of the Little Red Deer River that flows through this area. This area has mature spruce and trembling aspen with a thick undergrowth allowing snowshoe hare to flourish in the area. It is mostly a campground but there are many different species that call this place home examples include boreal chickadees, white and red breasted nuthatches and Swainson's thrushes.
Partners: Alberta Environment and Parks
https://albertaparks.ca/parks/central/red-lodge-pp/
Big Pond – #132 in Alberta Discover Guide – 59.0 km from Red Deer
This 160-acre site is located approximately 8 km west of Bashaw and consists of wetland, grassland and bush habitat. Wildlife found in the area includes moose, white-tailed deer, waterfowl and a variety of songbirds.
Partners: Ducks Unlimited Canada
http://www.albertadiscoverguide.com/site.cfm?grid=E3&number=132
Moltzahn – #3 in Alberta Discover Guide – 59.1 km from Red Deer
This 118-acre site is 9.6 km W of Bashaw on Highway 605. Turn N on RR 224 and travel 0.8 km to the site on the E side of the road. Habitat at the site consists of native parkland interspersed with small wetlands. Wildlife in the area includes white-tailed deer, moose, ruffed grouse and woodland songbirds.
Partners: Alberta Conservation Association, Alberta Environment and Parks
http://www.albertadiscoverguide.com/site.cfm?grid=E3&number=3
Feil – #143 in Alberta Discover Guide – 59.2 km from Red Deer
This 160-acre site is approximately 12 km NE of Elnora and consists of wetland and grassland habitat. Wildlife in the area includes white-tailed and mule deer and waterfowl.
Partners: Ducks Unlimited Canada
http://www.albertadiscoverguide.com/site.cfm?grid=E3&number=143
Willy – #47 in Alberta Discover Guide – 59.3 km from Red Deer
This 160-acre site is located approximately 6 km northeast of Mirror and consists of wetland, grassland and bush habitat. Wildlife found in the area includes white-tailed and mule deer, waterfowl and a variety of songbirds.
Partners: Ducks Unlimited Canada
http://www.albertadiscoverguide.com/site.cfm?grid=E3&number=47
Thompson – #115 in Alberta Discover Guide – 59.9 km from Red Deer
This 318-acre site is located approximately 7 km west of Bashaw and consists of wetland, grassland and bush habitat. Wildlife found in the area includes moose, white-tailed and mule deer, waterfowl and a variety of songbirds.
Partners: Ducks Unlimited Canada
http://www.albertadiscoverguide.com/site.cfm?grid=E3&number=115
Buffalo Lake – #146 in Alberta Discover Guide – 60.2 km from Red Deer
This 563-acre site is located approximately 20 km east of Alix on the southwest shore of Buffalo Lake in the Buffalo Lake Moraine. From Alix, take Hwy 601 northeast and east for approx. 13 km, then RR 214 north for 1.6 km. Nestboxes in the mature forest beside Buffalo Lake provide secure nest sites for saw-whet owls and common goldeneye ducks. Shelterbelt planting and crop rotations have transformed this site into an excellent Pheasant Release Site.
Partners: Alberta Conservation Association, Alberta Environment and Parks
http://www.albertadiscoverguide.com/site.cfm?grid=E3&number=146
Stainbrook Springs – #58 in Alberta Discover Guide – 60.3 km from Red Deer
This 17-acre site is approximately 32 km SE of Rocky Mountain House and is a fisheries enhancement area managed to protect important sport fish spawning and rearing habitat on the North Raven River (Stauffer Creek). This location provides excellent bird and fish watching (for brown trout and brook trout during fall spawning season.
Partners: Alberta Conservation Association, Alberta Fish & Game Association, Trout Unlimited Canada
http://www.albertadiscoverguide.com/site.cfm?grid=E3&number=58
Windsor Lake - #1 in Alberta Discover Guide - 60.9 km from Red Deer
This site is W of Bashaw. From Bashaw travel W on Highway 605 for 8 km, then N on RR 223 for 1.1 km, then E into the site. ACA stocks this pond annually with trout, typically before the May long weekend. A boat launch, dock, outhouse and garbage bins are available for public use. The lake supports a large population of waterfowl like grebes, coots and Canada geese.
A small day use area with a minor growing in trail network, mostly bushwhacking. This area has a variety of different plant and animal species. On warm summer days Plains Garter Snakes are lounging on the side of the lake banks. Perfect for picnics, kayaking and bird-watching. Beware of small patches of stinging nettles, hidden holes, and open water.
Partners: Alberta Conservation Association, Alberta Environment and Parks, Camrose County
http://www.albertadiscoverguide.com/site.cfm?grid=E3&number=1
Leavitt – #44 in Alberta Discover Guide – 61.8 km from Red Deer
This 125-acre site is approximately 31 km southeast of Rocky Mountain House. This is a fisheries enhancement area protecting the headwater springs of the North Raven River (Stauffer Creek). Habitat enhancements include tree planting to improve wildlife habitat and nest boxes for waterfowl. Recreational opportunities include nature viewing for moose, white-tailed deer, ruffed grouse and waterfowl.
Partners: Alberta Conservation Association, Alberta Fish & Game Association, Trout Unlimited Canada
http://www.albertadiscoverguide.com/site.cfm?grid=E3&number=44
Kerbes – #10 in Alberta Discover Guide – 63.3 km from Red Deer
This 160-acre site is located approximately 14 km northwest of Big Valley and consists of wetland, grassland and bush habitat. Wildlife found in the area includes moose, white-tailed and mule deer, waterfowl and a variety of songbirds.
Partners: Ducks Unlimited Canada
http://www.albertadiscoverguide.com/site.cfm?grid=E3&number=10
Kerbes 2 – #77 in Alberta Discover Guide – 63.5 km from Red Deer
This 160-acre site is located approximately 23 km northwest of Big Valley. Travel west on Highway 590 from Big Valley to Highway 835. Turn north on Highway 835 and travel 10 km, then turn west and travel 1.6 km to arrive at the northeast corner of the site. Wildlife found in the area includes white-tailed deer, upland game birds, waterfowl and a variety of small mammals and songbirds. This site also offers chokecherry picking opportunities. (403-352-9395)
Partners: Alberta Conservation Association, Ducks Unlimited Canada
http://www.albertadiscoverguide.com/site.cfm?grid=E3&number=77
Bottern – #55 in Alberta Discover Guide – 63.4 km from Red Deer
This 153-acre site is located 9 km northwest of Bashaw and consists of wetland and grassland habitat. Wildlife found in the area includes white-tailed deer, waterfowl and a variety of songbirds.
Partners: Ducks Unlimited Canada
http://www.albertadiscoverguide.com/site.cfm?grid=E3&number=55
Larches – #164 in the Alberta Discover Guide – 63.8 km from Red Deer
This 148-acre site is 19 km north of Sundre near the James River. To access this site from Highway 587, travel north on RR 5-1 to the end of the road, then proceed on foot across the pipeline right-of-way to the site’s southeast corner. There is excellent ungulate habitat in a diverse forest consisting of black spruce, tamarack and bog birch, with a thick mossy ground cover as well as grasses and native flowering forbs and shrubs in open areas. Aspen, poplar, white spruce and lodgepole pines are also present, along with cattails in the wetter bog areas. Several cut lines crisscross the site. Wildlife in the area includes elk, moose, deer and grouse. Rarer species, such as Canadian toads, may be found.
Partners: Alberta Conservation Association, Alberta Fish & Game Association, Western Sky Land Trust Society
http://www.albertadiscoverguide.com/site.cfm?grid=E3&number=164
Cipperley's Reservoir - #65 in Alberta Discover Guide - 63.8 km from Red Deer
This reservoir is S of Olds. From Olds travel S on Highway 2A, then W on RR 322, then S on RR 15 and E into the site. ACA annually stocks this pond with trout, typically before the May long weekend.
Partners: Alberta Conservation Association, Alberta Environment and Parks, Elks of Canada
https://www.albertadiscoverguide.com/site.cfm?grid=E3&number=65
Clear Creek - #135 in Alberta Discover Guide - 64.0 km from Red Deer
This 4-acre site is approximately 21 km SE of Rocky Mountain House. This is a fisheries enhancement area developed on a Crown subdivision to provide access to Clear Creek. There are good angling opportunities, primarily for brown and brook trout, as well as bull trout and mountain whitefish. Lands surrounding the riparian corridor access are private land. Anglers and hunters must remain within the fenced corridor or obtain permission to do otherwise.
Partners: Alberta Conservation Association, Alberta Environment and Parks, Trout Unlimited Canada
https://www.albertadiscoverguide.com/site.cfm?grid=E3&number=135
Sharp – #75 in Alberta Discover Guide – 64.1 km from Red Deer
This 62-acre site is located approximately 9 km northwest of Bashaw and consists of wetland and grassland habitat. Wildlife found in the area includes white-tailed deer, waterfowl and a variety of songbirds.
Partners: Ducks Unlimited Canada
http://www.albertadiscoverguide.com/site.cfm?grid=E3&number=75
Caroline - Shell Canada – #144 in Alberta Discover Guide – 65.6 km from Red Deer
This 160-acre site is located approximately 28 km north of Sundre along Highway 22. The habitat consists of mature pine, white spruce, black spruce, trembling aspen, balsam poplar, birch, alder, willow, saskatoon, chokecherry and rose. Wildlife found in the area includes white-tailed and mule deer, elk, moose, black bear, grizzly bear, grouse and a variety of small mammals and songbirds.
Partners: Alberta Fish & Game Association, Shell Canada Energy
http://www.albertadiscoverguide.com/site.cfm?grid=E3&number=144
Gadsby Lake Natural Area – 66.6 km from Red Deer
To get to this natural area from Red Deer head north on Queen Elizabeth Highway II, turning east on Highway 12 until past the town of Tees, turn North onto Range Road 232 continuing onto a no-exit road to the very end. The natural area is west or left of the road - do not go through the gate that is private property. This area has very little for pathways, only some game trails weave through this natural area. Regardless of its lack of pathways it is an absolutely gorgeous natural area, offering a mixed-wood forest with a thick underbrush as a cover for many wildlife species. Wildlife species that frequent the area include moose, white-tailed deer, coyote, snowshoe hare, red squirrels, wood frogs and forest birds.
Partners: Alberta Environment and Parks
https://www.albertaparks.ca/parks/central/gadsby-lake-na/
Nuggent Pond - 49# in Alberta Discover Guide - 67.4 km from Red Deer
ACA annually stocks this pond with trout, typically before the May long weekend. Mobility-impaired access improvements include a wheelchair-friendly asphalt path, casting platform and outhouse. From the hamlet of Bluffton travel N on Highway 20, E on Twp Rd 442, N on RR 30 for 0.75 km and turn W into the site.
Partners: Alberta Conservation Association, Alberta Environment and Parks, Safari Club International
https://www.albertadiscoverguide.com/site.cfm?grid=D3&number=49
Bashaw Pond - #22 in Alberta Discover Guide - 67.4 km from Red Deer
This pond is in Bashaw, approximately 0.8 km E of the junction of Highway 21 and Highway 53 at the corner of 48 St and 45 Ave. ACA annually stocks this pond with trout, typically before the May long weekend
Partners: Alberta Conservation Association, Alberta Environment and Parks, Town of Bashaw
https://www.albertadiscoverguide.com/site.cfm?grid=E3&number=22
Mound Red Reservoir - #76 in Alberta Discover Guide - 67.6 km from Red Deer
Mound Red Reservoir features a large stocked pond, native woodland habitat and a campground. ACA stocks this pond annually with trout, typically before the May long weekend. Migratory birds like ducks and geese frequent the pond, and you might see a moose feeding on weeds in the pond. From Wetaskiwin travel W on Highway 13. At the village of Westerose travel S on RR 10, then E on Twp Rd 452 and S at the sign for Mound Red Reservoir.
Partners: Alberta Conservation Association, Alberta Environment and Parks, Wetaskiwin County
https://www.albertadiscoverguide.com/site.cfm?grid=D3&number=76
The Narrows Provincial Recreation Area – 68.0 km from Red Deer
This natural area is a campground however it walks around a thin slice of Buffalo Lake. So many different wetland and forest birds can be viewed some species include, Western Grebe, Horned Grebe, Tree Swallow, Yellow Warbler, and Yellow-headed Blackbird. Amazing natural area is perfect for paddling through using a kayak or a canoe.
https://albertaparks.ca/parks/central/the-narrows-pra/
Lowden Springs - # in Alberta Discover Guide - 68.0 km from Red Deer
This 131-acre site is 19 km S of Stettler along Highway 56 and has excellent shoreline habitat. Wildlife in the area includes waterfowl and shorebirds.
Partners: Alberta Conservation Association, Ducks Unlimited Canada, Nature Conservancy of Canada
https://www.albertadiscoverguide.com/site.cfm?grid=E3&number=145
Bigelow Reservoir Provincial Recreation Area – #43 in Alberta Discover Guide - 68.0 km from Red Deer
This 1,018-acre site is approximately 22 km W of Huxley along Highway 587. ACA has planted and maintained numerous shelterbelts, which provide excellent upland game bird habitat.
This natural area is gorgeous offering up a large body of water for waterfowl and wetland birds. There are no defined paths through this area but there are some game trails that wander along the edges of the reservoir. If youre a bird watcher this area is for you bring your camera and binoculars to watch common loons, American white pelicans and a variety of ducks cruise the water. Cliff swallows nest within the banks and can be viewed flying above the water.
Partners: Alberta Conservation Association, Alberta Environment and Parks
https://www.albertadiscoverguide.com/site.cfm?grid=E3&number=43
Kerbes Pond - #32 in Alberta Discover Guide - 68.2 km from Red Deer
This 29-acre site is approximately 11 km NE of Big Valley. Travel 9.6 km N from Big Valley on Highway 56, then 8.4 km W on Fritz Hill Road. It offers good sport fishing opportunities. Facilities include a parking area, garbage bins, outhouse and small gravel boat launch. AEP stocks this pond with trout, and it is aerated (May - November) through ACA's Lake Aeration Program. Wildlife in the area includes white-tailed and mule deer and waterfowl.
Partners: Alberta Conservation Association, Alberta Environment and Parks, Trout Unlimited Canada
https://www.albertadiscoverguide.com/site.cfm?grid=E3&number=32
Fiesta Lake - #21 in Alberta Discover Guide - 69.2 km from Red Deer
This 18-acre site is 12 km S of Caroline and offers good sport fishing opportunities. The lake is stocked annually by AEP with trout and is aerated (October - April) through ACA's Lake Aeration Program. Facilities include a maintained parking area, outhouses, foot access boat launch and floating dock.
Partners: Alberta Conservation Association, Alberta Environment and Parks, Dickson Fish & Game, Mancal Energy Inc., Shell Canada Energy, TAQA North
https://www.albertadiscoverguide.com/site.cfm?grid=E3&number=21
Zimmer - #85 in Alberta Discover Guide – 70.2 km from Red Deer
This 60-acre site is approximately 3 km E of Bashaw and consists of wetland, grassland and bush habitat. Wildlife in the area includes white-tailed and mule deer and waterfowl.
Partners: Ducks Unlimited Canada
http://www.albertadiscoverguide.com/site.cfm?grid=E3&number=85
Earl Stamm –#131 in Alberta Discover Guide – 70.8 km from Red Deer
This 420-acre site is approximately 5 km N of Bashaw and consists of wetland, grassland and bush habitat. Wildlife in the area includes white-tailed and mule deer and waterfowl.
Partners: Ducks Unlimited Canada
http://www.albertadiscoverguide.com/site.cfm?grid=E3&number=131
Sunohara - #123 in Alberta Discover Guide - 71 km from Red Deer
This 153-acre site is approximately 6 km W of Ferintosh and consists of upland, riparian and wetland habitat. Wildlife in the area includes moose, white-tailed and mule deer, grouse and waterfowl.
Partners: Ducks Unlimited Canada
https://www.albertadiscoverguide.com/site.cfm?grid=D3&number=123
Schrader Creek – Red Deer River Natural Area – 71.6 km from Red Deer
Partners: Alberta Environment and Parks
https://www.albertaparks.ca/parks/central/schrader-creek-red-deer-river-na/
Oberg - #19 in Alberta Discover Guide - 71.8 km from Red Deer
This 112-acre site is 8 km SE of Bashaw and consists of wetland, grassland and bush habitat. Wildlife in the area includes moose, white-tailed and mule deer and waterfowl.
Partners: Ducks Unlimited Canada
https://www.albertadiscoverguide.com/site.cfm?grid=E3&number=19
Butcher Creek Natural Area – 71.9 km from Red Deer
This natural area is 506 acres and is off of Highway 587 west, turn heading north onto Range Road 35 turning west onto a dead-end road the area will be to the north. There is a parking lot but the entrance can get very rutted. This natural area offers a stunning variety of vegetation communities with spruce and pine being the dominating plant community throughout. There is one pathway that leads into the area through silverberry growth but does not continue very far into the natural area. Wildlife that frequent the area include white-tail and mule deer, moose, black bear, forest birds, wetland birds, wood frogs, coyote and beavers.
Partners: Alberta Environment and Parks
https://www.albertaparks.ca/parks/central/butcher-creek-na/information-facilities/
https://rdrn.ca/programs/stewardship/butcher-creek-natural-area/
Stauffer – #130 in Alberta Discover Guide – 72.0 km from Red Deer
This 219-acre site is 11 km N of Bashaw and consists of wetland, grassland and bush habitat. Wildlife in the area includes white-tailed and mule deer and waterfowl.
Partners: Ducks Unlimited Canada
http://www.albertadiscoverguide.com/site.cfm?grid=E3&number=130
Andrews - #112 in Alberta Discover Guide - 72.3 km from Red Deer
This 80-acre site is 5 km NW of Bashaw and consists of wetland, bush and grassland habitat. Wildlife in the area includes moose, white-tailed and mule deer and waterfowl.
Partners: Ducks Unlimited Canada
https://www.albertadiscoverguide.com/site.cfm?grid=E3&number=112
Bullington - #98 in Alberta Discover Guide - 72.3 km from Red Deer
This 160-acre site is approximately 4 km S of Stettler and consists of wetland, grassland and bush habitat. Wildlife in the area includes white-tailed deer and waterfowl.
Partners: Ducks Unlimited Canada
https://www.albertadiscoverguide.com/site.cfm?grid=E3&number=98
Beaver Lake - #25 in Alberta Discover Guide - 73.0 km from Red Deer
This lake is approximately 10 km SW of Caroline. The lake is stocked annually by AEP with trout, and it is aerated (October - April) through ACA’s Lake Aeration Program. Facilities include a maintained parking area, outhouse and gravel boat launch.
Partners: Alberta Conservation Association, Alberta Environment and Parks, Alberta Lottery Fund, Clearwater County, Dickson Fish & Game, Rocky Fish & Game, Shell Canada Energy, TransAlta, West Fraser (Sundre Forest Products)
https://www.albertadiscoverguide.com/site.cfm?grid=E3&number=25
Ince - #94 in Alberta Discover Guide - 73.8 km from Red Deer
This 160-acre site is approximately 12 km N of Stettler and consists of wetland, grassland and bush habitat. Wildlife in the area includes white-tailed and mule deer and waterfowl
Partners: Ducks Unlimited Canada
http://www.albertadiscoverguide.com/site.cfm?grid=E3&number=94
Pileated - #26 in Alberta Discover Guide - 73.9 km from Red Deer
This 220-acre site is approximately 6 km NE of Bashaw and consists of wetland, grassland and bush habitat. Wildlife in the area includes moose, white-tailed and mule deer and waterfowl.
Partners: Ducks Unlimited Canada
https://www.albertadiscoverguide.com/site.cfm?grid=E3&number=26
Perry - #119 in Alberta Discover Guide - 74.6 km from Red Deer
This 155-acre site is approximately 7 km E of Bashaw and consists of wetland, grassland and bush habitat. Wildlife in the area includes moose, white-tailed and mule deer and waterfowl.
Partners: Ducks Unlimited Canada
https://www.albertadiscoverguide.com/site.cfm?grid=E3&number=119
Meyer - #106 in Alberta Discover Guide - 74.6 km from Red Deer
This 80-acre site is approximately 32 km SE of Wetaskiwin and consists of upland, riparian and wetland habitat. Wildlife in the area includes moose, white-tailed and mule deer, grouse and waterfowl.
Partners: Ducks Unlimited Canada
http://www.albertadiscoverguide.com/site.cfm?grid=D3&number=106
Holt D – #105 in Alberta Discover Guide - 74.8 km from Red Deer
This 170-acre site is approximately 31 km SE of Wetaskiwin and consists of upland, riparian and wetland habitat. Wildlife in the area includes moose, white-tailed and mule deer, grouse and waterfowl.
Partners: Ducks Unlimited Canada
http://www.albertadiscoverguide.com/site.cfm?grid=D3&number=105
Whitebrush - #139 in Alberta Discover Guide - 75.0 km from Red Deer
This 160-acre site is approximately 7 km NE of Bashaw and consists of large wetlands with aspen uplands. To access this site from Bashaw, travel E on Highway 53 for 6.4 km, then N on RR 210 for 1.6 km. Turn E on Twp Rd 421 for 2 km then N onto a road allowance that travels through the Perry Conservation Site (E3-119). Follow the road allowance for 0.8 km to the southern boundary of the site. Many species of wildlife frequent this site including white-tailed and mule deer and waterfowl.
Partners: Alberta Conservation Association, Alberta Environment and Parks
https://www.albertadiscoverguide.com/site.cfm?grid=E3&number=139