Pit Stops: Road Trip Highlights

Stop #1: The Sylvan Lake Lighthouse

Originally modelled after the Lighthouse in Peggy's Cove in Nova Scotia. The red and white lighthouse has been an iconic symbol of Sylvan Lake since 1988 with a replacement being built in 2016. The Sylvan Lake lighthouse overlooks the lake and marina, one of the only inland lighthouses between the Pacific Coast and Lake Winnipeg.
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Stop #2: Artist's Alley

A unique space created from the alleyway tucked away in the downtown, discover local art on back doors! Nine art pieces sit along this alleyway just off of downtown's Centennial Street. Including Indigenous and local art.
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Stop #3: 'Here Comes the Sun' Mural

Painted in downtown Sylvan Lake in 2020, The Here Comes the Sun mural celebrates Sylvan Lake throughout the seasons and its year-round brilliance. It's a great place to stop for a photo!
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Stop #4: 'CREATE' Mural

A second downtown mural painted by Jaimie Cooney with the help of the community sits in this downtown pocket park. Picnic tables make this a great place to stop and rest!
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Stop #5: Lakeshore Drive and Sylvan Lake Beach

Sylvan Lake's iconic Lakeshore Drive is home to the hustle and bustle of the beating heart of the lakefront! The main beach runs along the North side of the street with a row of excellent restaurants, patios, and shops on the South side. This is the place to stop for a bite to eat and rest on your tour!
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Stop #6: Jarvis Bay Provincial Park and Campground

Jarvis Bay is the closest provincial park located just five minutes drive outside of Sylvan Lake. It is a full service, large provincial campground open from May to October. Many wooded trails run through the Park and along the cliffs overlooking Sylvan Lake. This is a great dog-friendly stop!
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