Athabasca, Historic provincial town in northern Alberta, Canada.
The town extends along the banks of the Athabasca River at an elevation of 515 meters, surrounded by boreal forest landscapes.
Hudson's Bay Company established a warehouse in 1876, which expanded into a trading post and became their northern transport headquarters by 1889.
Athabasca Heritage Society maintains historical walking tours through downtown, showcasing the architectural heritage and stories of early settlers.
The intersection of Highway 2 and Highway 55 connects the town to Edmonton, with Athabasca University providing distance education opportunities.
The town survived a devastating forest fire in 1913 that destroyed 30 businesses, leading to complete reconstruction of the business district.
Location: Athabasca County
Inception: 1877
Elevation above the sea: 515 m
Website: http://www.athabasca.ca
Shares border with: Wabasca-Desmarais
Website: http://athabasca.ca
GPS coordinates: 54.71972,-113.28556
Latest update: May 27, 2025 08:54
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