Windsor Lake (60.9 km)
Located west of Bashaw, this site features a stocked trout pond managed by ACA, with annual stocking before the May long weekend. The site offers a boat launch, dock, outhouse, and parking. Birdwatchers may spot species such as Double-crested Cormorants, Black Terns, Red-necked Grebes, American Goldfinches, Blue-winged Teals, Eastern Phoebes, Tree Swallows, and Yellow Warblers. While there are no official trails, anglers' paths provide limited access around the lake, though visitors should be cautious of stinging nettles and hidden holes. Other activities, like picnicking and kayaking, are also available. The surrounding area includes vegetation such as Beaked Hazelnut, Chokecherry, Buffalobean, Black Currant, Hookspur Violet, Lily of the Valley, Roadside Agrimony, and Wild Strawberry. Wildlife sightings may include Plains Garter Snakes, muskrats, white-tailed and mule deer, and moose.
Access: Head west from Bashaw on Highway 605, then turn right onto Range Road 223. In 1.6 km, the entrance to the site will be on your right.
Partners: ACA, Camrose County, & Government of Alberta
Alberta Discover Guide: E3-1
Located west of Bashaw, this site features a stocked trout pond managed by ACA, with annual stocking before the May long weekend. The site offers a boat launch, dock, outhouse, and parking. Birdwatchers may spot species such as Double-crested Cormorants, Black Terns, Red-necked Grebes, American Goldfinches, Blue-winged Teals, Eastern Phoebes, Tree Swallows, and Yellow Warblers. While there are no official trails, anglers' paths provide limited access around the lake, though visitors should be cautious of stinging nettles and hidden holes. Other activities, like picnicking and kayaking, are also available. The surrounding area includes vegetation such as Beaked Hazelnut, Chokecherry, Buffalobean, Black Currant, Hookspur Violet, Lily of the Valley, Roadside Agrimony, and Wild Strawberry. Wildlife sightings may include Plains Garter Snakes, muskrats, white-tailed and mule deer, and moose.
Access: Head west from Bashaw on Highway 605, then turn right onto Range Road 223. In 1.6 km, the entrance to the site will be on your right.
Partners: ACA, Camrose County, & Government of Alberta
Alberta Discover Guide: E3-1
