Fall at the Lake
Give a small town 'welcome' to the autumn season! Sylvan Lake is full of charm when the leaves go gold.
AUTUMN WEEKENDS
Catching the last of the Farmer's Markets, checking out the local art, and trying delicious foods!
Stroll Downtown Sylvan Lake
There’s nothing better than strolling through a small Canadian town exploring local boutiques and shops. Alberta’s favourite beach town has fascinating history, distinctive heritage buildings and unique locally owned shops with goods you might have trouble finding elsewhere.Latest Stories
Business Spotlight: Next of Kiln Pottery Painting Studio
Making memories with Next of KilnSylvan Lake’s Next of Kiln Pottery Painting Studio is in the business of making memories. Whether it’s with family or friends, the paint-your-own pottery studio is a place for creativity and connectio...
Golf in Sylvan Lake: Great reasons to tee off this Spring
GOLF IN SYLVAN LAKESo many reasons to tee off this Spring!There’s plenty to offer golf enthusiasts from beginners to seasoned players, making Sylvan Lake the perfect hub for a golf getaway. The area boasts four different courses and driv...
Get your steps at Sylvan Lake
Plan your walk or hike with over 26-km of Sylvan Lake trails!Spring is the perfect time to reach your daily “step goal” in Sylvan Lake. Check out Sylvan Lake’s diverse number of mellow hikes and beautiful walking trails. You’ll hit 10,00...
Sylvan Lake bird watching opportunities abound
The Joys of Bird Watching in Sylvan LakeWatching a White-Winged Scoter race across Sylvan Lake in the early morning is like peeking into another world. Tourists may flock to Sylvan Lake but so do the birds, making the community a great s...
Business Spotlight: Wood Shed Axe Throwing
Throw that AxeConnect with your inner lumberjack at Sylvan Lake’s Wood Shed Axe ThrowingEveryone’s Canadian journey must start somewhere. For some, it involves chugging maple syrup, making friends with a moose or searching for beaver...
Welcome to Sylvan Lake’s Coffee Trail
Refuel on your Sylvan Lake AdventuresSylvan Lake has a poorly kept secret – it has some of the best coffee shops in Central Alberta! Nothing pairs with lakeside vistas better than a steaming cup of coffee. From tucked away little shops t...
Rainy Day Activities in Sylvan Lake
Sylvan Lake's indoor adventureIndoor activities for a rainy dayWith an average of 2,125 hours of sunshine a year, there’s no shortage of blue-sky days in Sylvan Lake. Believe it or not, sometimes it rains. So, what are some things to d...
Legends of the Mermaid
Legends of the MermaidThe mermaid has captured the hearts and tails of Sylvan Lakers for decades.You may have noticed that mermaids are threaded throughout Sylvan Lake as art, in the Christmas decor, and in name. The most notable mermaid...
Resort Town Roots
Resort Town RootsCamping and cottages have a long history in Sylvan Lake. In fact, they’re just the stuff the community was built on and one of the things that makes Sylvan Lake so unique!Arriving at almost the same time as homesteaders,...
Finding Nature in Jarvis Bay Provincial Park
Jarvis Bay Provincial ParkJarvis Bay Provincial Park is located just five minutes out of town. Overlooking the lake, there are wooded trails throughout the park and the trails wind along the cliffs overlooking the lake. There is no direc...