Lois Hole Centennial Provincial Park, Provincial park near Edmonton, Canada.
Description
Lois Hole Centennial Provincial Park is a protected area near Edmonton featuring Big Lake and extensive wetlands. The space stretches along the western edge of St Albert with direct access to waterside habitats and wildlife viewing opportunities.
History
The protected area was created in 2005 following earlier designation of the site as a natural area in 1999. This development reflected growing recognition of the land's importance for conservation.
Culture
The park honors Lois Hole, a former Lieutenant Governor of Alberta who dedicated her work to protecting natural spaces and teaching others about conservation. Her legacy shapes how the area is valued and managed today.
Practical
The park is accessible from two main points: via Riel Drive in St Albert or through the Red Willow Trail System along the Sturgeon River. These access points make it easy to choose a route that works for your plans.
Did you know?
The John E Poole Boardwalk provides elevated viewing platforms over marshlands where visitors can watch migratory birds including Franklin's gulls and tundra swans. This structure allows close encounters with bird species that are otherwise hard to spot.
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