Gabriel Lake (62.0 km)
Gabriel Lake, located northwest of Eckville, is a small yet popular fishing spot for northern pike, though the lake also has an issue with invasive Prussian carp. Lacombe County maintains the site with amenities including a small fenced parking area, an outhouse, garbage disposal, and regular mowing. There are no trails or docks, and access is limited to shoreline fishing and small watercraft like kayaks or canoes. Birdwatchers may see species such as the American White Pelican, Double-crested Cormorant, Red-necked Grebe, Bufflehead, Black Tern, Red-tailed Hawk, Eastern Kingbird, Tree Swallow, Willet, Killdeer, and others. The site provides a quiet opportunity for fishing and wildlife observation.
Access: From Eckville, head west on Melissa Hollingsworth Ave (Township Road 393) for 3.2 km, then turn north on Range Road 35 for 8 km to Township Road 402. Go west to the end, where you'll find a small parking area. Do not park on the road or in nearby driveways.
Partners: Lacombe County
Alberta Discover Guide: No
Gabriel Lake, located northwest of Eckville, is a small yet popular fishing spot for northern pike, though the lake also has an issue with invasive Prussian carp. Lacombe County maintains the site with amenities including a small fenced parking area, an outhouse, garbage disposal, and regular mowing. There are no trails or docks, and access is limited to shoreline fishing and small watercraft like kayaks or canoes. Birdwatchers may see species such as the American White Pelican, Double-crested Cormorant, Red-necked Grebe, Bufflehead, Black Tern, Red-tailed Hawk, Eastern Kingbird, Tree Swallow, Willet, Killdeer, and others. The site provides a quiet opportunity for fishing and wildlife observation.
Access: From Eckville, head west on Melissa Hollingsworth Ave (Township Road 393) for 3.2 km, then turn north on Range Road 35 for 8 km to Township Road 402. Go west to the end, where you'll find a small parking area. Do not park on the road or in nearby driveways.
Partners: Lacombe County
Alberta Discover Guide: No
