Redberry Lake Biosphere Reserve

Redberry Lake Biosphere Reserve is a large protected area spanning 700,000 hectares of prairie landscape in Saskatchewan. It contains rolling grasslands, temporary water areas, marshes, aspen woodlands, and a central saline lake surrounded by islands.

The area received UNESCO recognition as a biosphere reserve in 2000 and expanded significantly in 2019 to protect the entire watershed and surrounding lands. These changes reflect growing efforts to safeguard the complete ecosystem of the region.

The region shows the influence of Plains Cree traditions alongside Ukrainian, Mennonite, and Doukhobor communities who have lived here for generations. Walking through the area reveals how these different groups have shaped the land and villages over time.

The best way to experience the reserve is by walking the trails and joining the environmental education programs offered throughout the year. Most visitors come during spring and fall when bird watching is most rewarding.

The saline lake system with its islands serves as a critical nesting ground for American white pelicans, birds you may observe here. These islands provide safe breeding space that makes this location especially important for protecting migratory bird populations.