Centennial Street
Soak in true hospitality and small town charm on Sylvan Lake’s historic main street. Strolling through downtown, full of boutiques, cafes, and adorable specialty shops.
UNIQUE & BOUTIQUE
HEART & HERITAGE
Fun Fact: Centennial Street was originally named Main Street, the same name many small towns give their commercial streets. It was renamed in 2013 to celebrate the 100-year anniversary of the founding of the town. It also goes by 50 Street or Hwy 781. Sylvan Lake's founding is celebrated each year in mid-June at 1913 Days.
Legends of the Mermaid
Arts and Heritage, Beach and Paddle, Boating, Fishing and Watersports, Camping and Cottages, Hiking, Walking and Biking, Lakeshore Drive, Main Street, Spring & Summer, TrailsLegends 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
Bikes, Hot Rods, and Driving Routes, Camping and Cottages, Dining, Eat, Fall, Family Adventure, Golf, Hiking, Walking and Biking, Main Street, Spring & SummerResort 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
Beach and Paddle, Bikes, Hot Rods, and Driving Routes, Camping and Cottages, Family Adventure, Hiking, Walking and Biking, TrailsJarvis 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...
Foraging in Edible Parks
Agriculture, Camping and Cottages, Family Adventure, Hiking, Walking and Biking, Outdoor Recreation, Spring & Summer, TrailsForaging in Sylvan Lake's Edible ParksGather wild food like raspberries, apples, currants, and saskatoons throughout Sylvan Lake’s edible parks. Foraging is a really neat way to explore nature and see what you can find. The excitement is...
Landlubbers Hit the Trails
Attractions, Bikes, Hot Rods, and Driving Routes, Camping and Cottages, Family Adventure, Featured, Golf, Hiking, Walking and Biking, Outdoor Recreation, Spring & SummerLandlubbers Hit the TrailsOff the beach and into town are a series of connected trails that are perfect for walking, strolling, and biking for exercise and just to spend some time outdoors with a few good friends. Download a trails map o...
Beachside Patios
2021SSNB-Home, Attractions, Beach and Paddle, Bikes, Hot Rods, and Driving Routes, Boating, Fishing and Watersports, Camping and Cottages, Eat, Hiking, Walking and Biking, Lakeshore Drive, Main Street, Outdoor Recreation, Spring & Summer, Waterfront DistrictBeachside PatiosNowhere does patio weather like Sylvan Lake, and Lakeshore Drive is the perfect place for it! Unbelieveable views of the sunset in the evenings and beachside dining during the day. These are spots you have to check out!La...
Summertime Family Adventure Spots
2021SSNB-Home, Attractions, Beach and Paddle, Boating, Fishing and Watersports, Camping and Cottages, Hiking, Walking and Biking, Indoor Activities, Outdoor Recreation, Sightsee, Spring & Summer, Waterfront DistrictFamily Adventure SpotsEverybody loves a beach day. But don’t waste it sitting in one place! Within easy walking distance along the beach are too many great activities and things to see!The Sylvan Lake LighthouseThe Sylvan Lake lighthouse...
Sylvan Lake Beach
2021SSNB-Home, Attractions, Beach and Paddle, Boating, Fishing and Watersports, Camping and Cottages, Lakeshore Drive, Main Street, Outdoor Recreation, Spring & SummerSylvan Lake BeachSylvan Lake’s beachfront stretches west from the lighthouse east to 34 Street, a collection of grass park, walking trails, beach boardwalk, beachside shops, marina, boat launch, groomed picnic areas, and wilder natural a...
Boating on the Lake
2021SSNB-Home, Attractions, Beach and Paddle, Bikes, Hot Rods, and Driving Routes, Boating, Fishing and Watersports, Camping and Cottages, Golf, Hiking, Walking and Biking, Spring & SummerBoating on the LakeYou can’t beat boating for a quintessential Sylvan Lake activity. Boating and water sports are especially popular on the lake for its depth and calm. From fishing boats to motor boats, and sail boats to even houseboats...
Lakeside Car Meet Ups
Bikes, Hot Rods, and Driving Routes, Golf, Hiking, Walking and Biking, UncategorizedLakeside Car Meet UpsIf you’re lucky, you might catch a peek at a car meet up somewhere along Sylvan Lake’s iconic Lakeshore Drive in the early evening throughout the spring and summer. Classic cars, hotrods, and groups of identical vehi...
