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Cold LakeProvincial Park(Lund’s Point)
Cold LakeProvincial Park(Medley River)
Cold LakeProvincial Park(North Shore)
Cold LakeProvincial Park(South Shore)
French BayProvincialRecreation Area
English BayProvincialRecreation Area
French Bay
English Bay
I.R. 149B
I.R. 149A
RR 15A
RR 11
Twp Rd 1630
North Bay
Alberta
SaskatchewanCold Lake
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55
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Cold Lake Overview Map ContactPark Office Phone: (780) 594–7856
Group Use ReservationsWeb: reserve.albertaparks.caToll Free: 1–877–537–2757
General Provincial Park InformationWeb: albertaparks.caToll Free: 1–866–427–3582
Fire Bans in AlbertaWeb: albertafirebans.ca
Emergency (Police, Fire, Ambulance)Phone: 911
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Cold LakeProvincial
Park
Bonnyville
To Elk Point
To Lac La Biche
To Edmonton
ColdLake
SK
AB
Printed March 2016
ISBN: 978–1–4601–2473–4
Informal trails located in the more remote northern portion of the park are not regularly maintained. Visitors are advised to contact the park office for information about conditions on these trails.
Cold LakeProvincial Park
Winter TrailsHypothermia and FrostbiteHypothermia, the lowering of body temperature, is caused by exposure to the cold. As the body cools, it loses the ability to function normally.
Watch for signs of hypothermia even on warm days. Initial symptoms are shivering, confusion and clumsiness.
To avoid hypothermia, keep warm and dry. Dress in layers of easily removed, loose-fitting clothing and wear a hat. Carry extra socks and a sweater.
Frostbite is the freezing of living tissue. Fingers, feet, ears, nose and cheeks are most susceptible. The first sign of frostbite is skin turning red, then changing to greyish-white colour. To treat frostbite, gently warm the skin. This can be done by breathing on it, or placign it in the armpit area. Avoid rubbing or massaging as this destroys the skin cells.
Further InformationIn the event of heavy snowfalls and severe weather conditions, we suggest contacting the park office to confirm conditions of trails and roads.
T-Inlet
To Hwy 55and Hwy 28
Hall’s Lagoon
2.2 km
2.7 km0.3 km
0.3 km
1.0 km
1.6 km
0.8 km
0.6 km
Cold Lake
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Parking PicnicShelterWashrooms
IntermediateTrailHike/SnowshoeTrail
DistanceMarkers
Easy Trail
Winter ActivitiesCross-Country SkiingThere are nearly 10 km of groomed cross-country ski trails. The trails are not patrolled and skiers should be prepared for emergencies.
SnowshoeingSnowshoers are welcome to explore the park. There are no formal snowshoe trails. If cross-country ski trails are followed, please stay on the packed edge.
Ice FishingTry your luck at catching pike, perch, lake trout, burbot and walleye.
NoteSnowmobiles and ATVs may not be operated on provincial park lands. There is no winter camping at Cold Lake and alcohol is not permitted.
Visitor GuidelinesCold Lake offers a variety of ski trails. Most trails are rated as easy to intermediate. Watch for scenic views of Cold Lake and wildlife as you ski in the park. Watch for cars when crossing roads.
When Cross-Country Skiing:• Downhill skiers have the right of way.• Keep to the left while passing slower skiers.• Step to the side when stopping.• Refrain from walking on the tracks.• Do not allow pets to walk in ski tracks. Pets
must be restrained by a leash.
Ski trails are groomed occasionally depending on snow conditions. If you encounter the grooming machine, please step off the trail to let the machine pass.
Please respect wildlife and other park visitors by:• Keeping your dog on leash and off the ski
track.• Obeying all signs.• Using the firepits and stoves provided in the
shelter and picnic areas.• Packing out all your garbage and leave no
trace of your passing.
Cross-Country Ski Trails