Publications

Alberta's public land trail guide

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Alberta's public land has a wide variety recreation trails and areas to meet the needs of campers, OHV riders, hikers, cyclists, equestrian users, hunters and anglers – from curated experiences to... More ≫

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Alberta's public land has a wide variety recreation trails and areas to meet the needs of campers, OHV riders, hikers, cyclists, equestrian users, hunters and anglers – from curated experiences to rustic adventures on designated trails on public land. This guide offers information to help users find recreation opportunities on public land and explore Alberta's beautiful public trail systems.

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Bighorn Backcountry public land use zones [area and trail brochures] [2024]

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Each brochure in this set includes a map of the trail system in a specific area of the Bighorn Backcountry and information on proper use of the area to ensure protection of the environment.

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Recreation use and experience survey results : Highwood Pass area, Kananaskis Country, Alberta Spring – Fall 2022

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This report presents and analyses the results of a recreation use and experience survey conducted from June to September 2022 in the Highwood Pass Area, Kananaskis Country. The purpose of the... More ≫

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This report presents and analyses the results of a recreation use and experience survey conducted from June to September 2022 in the Highwood Pass Area, Kananaskis Country. The purpose of the study was to better understand the distribution, use and experience of visitors at the popular recreation areas in the Highwood Area.

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Recreation on public land : know before you go

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This resource outlines current provincial rules and regulations for motorized outdoor recreation activities and random camping on public land for Albertans and visitors.

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Alberta's guide to outdoor recreation on provincial Crown land

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Alberta's Guide to Outdoor Recreation on Provincial Crown Land is a resource for Albertans and other visitors that outlines current provincial rules and regulations for designated outdoor... More ≫

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Alberta's Guide to Outdoor Recreation on Provincial Crown Land is a resource for Albertans and other visitors that outlines current provincial rules and regulations for designated outdoor recreation activities and locations.

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Camping on Crown land

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Provincial parks and provincial recreation areas with camping amenities such as washrooms, showers, firewood, lake access and maintained trails can be found all over Alberta. This fact sheet... More ≫

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Provincial parks and provincial recreation areas with camping amenities such as washrooms, showers, firewood, lake access and maintained trails can be found all over Alberta. This fact sheet presents some rules to be followed while camping on Crown lands.

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Ministerial order 52/2021 [Environment and Parks]

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The Public Lands Camping Pass Order signed by Jason Nixon, Minister of Environment and Parks on May 27, 2021.

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Beauvais Lake Provincial Park : park guide

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Provides information about Beauvais Lake Provincial Park, located just west of Pincher Creek. Located in the montane subregion of the Rocky Mountain Natural Region, the park provides opportunities... More ≫

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Provides information about Beauvais Lake Provincial Park, located just west of Pincher Creek. Located in the montane subregion of the Rocky Mountain Natural Region, the park provides opportunities for recreation, education and enjoyment of this amazing landscape. The guide includes information on park activities, a map of the park and surrounding area, and sources of more information.

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Chain Lakes Provincial Park campground guide

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Provides information for campers at the Chain Lakes Provincial Park, which is located 90 minutes southwest of Calgary on the east side of Chain Lakes Reservoir. Includes a map of the park and... More ≫

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Provides information for campers at the Chain Lakes Provincial Park, which is located 90 minutes southwest of Calgary on the east side of Chain Lakes Reservoir. Includes a map of the park and contacts for more information, such as reserving campsites and learning about any active fire bans.

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Livingstone-Porcupine Hills recreation management plan

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The Livingstone-Porcupine Hills Recreation Management Plan addresses the priorities for outdoor recreation expressed in the South Saskatchewan Regional Plan (SSRP). The SSRP prioritized planning... More ≫

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The Livingstone-Porcupine Hills Recreation Management Plan addresses the priorities for outdoor recreation expressed in the South Saskatchewan Regional Plan (SSRP). The SSRP prioritized planning for the Livingstone-Porcupine Hills areas as a region of high recreational use. It contains the headwaters of the Oldman River, supports biodiversity values, requires the management of wildlife risk and provides traditional First Nations land uses. The Government of Alberta aims to provide a diversity of outdoor recreation opportunities while recognizing that recreation occurs within a multiple use landscape with complex environmental, economic and social values.

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