Lawson (85.4 km)
This 312-acre site, located about 14 km north of Stettler, offers a mix of wetland, grassland, and bush habitats, ideal for wildlife viewing. Visitors can access the property from both the east and west, with the latter being the recommended route due to its open spaces and informative signage. Along an old trail, you can explore rolling hills and aspen groves, where you'll find Saskatoon berry bushes and a variety of plant species, such as prairie sage, buck brush, bergamot, prairie aster, blanketflower, and common yarrow. Birdwatchers may spot species like the white-faced ibis, least flycatcher, eastern kingbird, yellow warbler, gadwall, warbling vireo, gray catbird, cedar waxwing, and ruffed grouse, along with wildlife including mule and white-tailed deer, moose, ground squirrels, and coyotes. The property is an active grazing site, so it’s important to contact the leaseholder for details before visiting. There are no washrooms or garbage facilities, so visitors should come prepared.
Access: From Alix, head east on Highway 601 for 27 km, then turn north onto Range Road 202. Travel 5.2 km to an approach on the right, marked with signage.
Partners: DUC
Alberta Discover Guide: E3-63
This 312-acre site, located about 14 km north of Stettler, offers a mix of wetland, grassland, and bush habitats, ideal for wildlife viewing. Visitors can access the property from both the east and west, with the latter being the recommended route due to its open spaces and informative signage. Along an old trail, you can explore rolling hills and aspen groves, where you'll find Saskatoon berry bushes and a variety of plant species, such as prairie sage, buck brush, bergamot, prairie aster, blanketflower, and common yarrow. Birdwatchers may spot species like the white-faced ibis, least flycatcher, eastern kingbird, yellow warbler, gadwall, warbling vireo, gray catbird, cedar waxwing, and ruffed grouse, along with wildlife including mule and white-tailed deer, moose, ground squirrels, and coyotes. The property is an active grazing site, so it’s important to contact the leaseholder for details before visiting. There are no washrooms or garbage facilities, so visitors should come prepared.
Access: From Alix, head east on Highway 601 for 27 km, then turn north onto Range Road 202. Travel 5.2 km to an approach on the right, marked with signage.
Partners: DUC
Alberta Discover Guide: E3-63
