Locke (55.3 km)
Locke is a 139-acre site located 8 km southwest of Erskine, consisting of wetlands, grasslands, and upland shrubs, with active cattle grazing. The area includes numerous ponds, supporting waterfowl such as the Canada Goose, Blue-winged Teal, Northern Shoveler, Gadwall, Mallard, Canvasback, Redhead, and Lesser Scaup. Shorebirds like the Spotted Sandpiper and Sora are also present, along with songbirds like the Eastern Kingbird, American Goldfinch, and Clay-colored Sparrow. Wildlife in the area includes white-tailed and mule deer, muskrat, coyotes, and red foxes. The site lacks formal trails, and visitors must navigate cattle trails and cross barbed wire fencing.
Access: From Nevis, head southeast on Highway 12 for 1.6 km, then turn south onto Range Road 220 and continue for 3.9 km. The site will be ahead on the left.
Partners: DUC
Alberta Discover Guide: E3-113
Locke is a 139-acre site located 8 km southwest of Erskine, consisting of wetlands, grasslands, and upland shrubs, with active cattle grazing. The area includes numerous ponds, supporting waterfowl such as the Canada Goose, Blue-winged Teal, Northern Shoveler, Gadwall, Mallard, Canvasback, Redhead, and Lesser Scaup. Shorebirds like the Spotted Sandpiper and Sora are also present, along with songbirds like the Eastern Kingbird, American Goldfinch, and Clay-colored Sparrow. Wildlife in the area includes white-tailed and mule deer, muskrat, coyotes, and red foxes. The site lacks formal trails, and visitors must navigate cattle trails and cross barbed wire fencing.
Access: From Nevis, head southeast on Highway 12 for 1.6 km, then turn south onto Range Road 220 and continue for 3.9 km. The site will be ahead on the left.
Partners: DUC
Alberta Discover Guide: E3-113
