Sylvan Lake
Canada · AlbertaCA
Urban park (former provincial park) in Alberta
Sylvan Lake Park, previously Sylvan Lake Provincial Park, is an urban park in the Town of Sylvan Lake on the southern shore of Sylvan Lake in central Alberta, Canada. Prior to early 2018, it existed a provincial park for 38 years until its ownership was transferred to the Town of Sylvan Lake. The park averages 761,223 visitors every July and August.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 14,816
- Coordinates
- 52.311, -114.084
- Timezone
- America/Edmonton
- Elevation
- 945 m
Overview of Sylvan Lake
Set in Alberta, Canada, Sylvan Lake is a low-key town. Around 14,816 people live here. And that scale sets the rhythm of a stay. Plan around nature and water sports and you will not run out of ideas. It lies in the northern hemisphere, which drives its seasonal calendar. You are about 945 metres up.
Things to do in Sylvan Lake
Nature in Sylvan Lake
(1)Nature lovers get Beaches. These entries mirror the activity data we hold for Sylvan Lake. These pair well with anything else on this page.
Water Sports in Sylvan Lake
(1)Looking for water sports? Sylvan Lake has Swimming. Plan them together and you have a full day. The list follows Sylvan Lake's own activity tags.
Best time to visit Sylvan Lake
The warm stretch of June to September is when water activities work best.
Getting there & around
Public transport thins out here — the nearest hub in Alberta plus a short drive is the usual route. Set your clock to America/Edmonton on arrival.
Similar destinations
Places near Sylvan Lake that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Sylvan Lake known for?
- Travellers associate Sylvan Lake with nature and water sports. It sits in Alberta, Canada and counts about 14,816 residents.
- What can you do in Sylvan Lake?
- Sylvan Lake is tagged with Beaches and Swimming, which is enough to structure a first visit.
- When is the best time to visit Sylvan Lake?
- The warm stretch of June to September is when water activities work best.
- Where is Sylvan Lake located?
- Sylvan Lake belongs to Alberta, Canada, so it pairs naturally with other stops in the same area.
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