Northern Sunrise County

Community Park and Campground, the bouncy pillow at Cecil Thompson Park has fast become a landmark in the community of Northern Sunrise County. In addition to the bouncy pillow the park features; challenging outdoor exercise equipment, a wonderful fishing pond, a beautiful gazebo and a walking bridge. A perfect location to spend the day or spend the night at one of the 5 unserviced lots, available first come first serve at no charge.

Harmon Valley Park offers an incredible night sky with virtually no light pollution. If you are a star gazer this is an amazing campground with the possibility of experiencing the northern lights. This campground features 17 unserviced campsites, free fire wood, pump water, pit toilets, hiking trails, children’s playground, picnic shelter, cook shack, and horseshoe pits. This campground offers a fully treed setting offering privacy for your vacation. Don’t worry about breaking the bank because this beautiful campground is only $10/night. 

It can be difficult to stay focused on the game when your surroundings are so stunning, but the Heart River Golf Course offers plenty of challenging play to keep you into the game. This golf course is a challenging nine hole course located on the scenic Heart River just East of Nampa. Features a driving range, pro shop and clubhouse. There is one of the best patios in the Mighty Peace overlooking the beautiful golf course’s lush greens and majestic scenery. 

Looking to stay and play?

You can stay at the Lions campground just below the first tee box. A perfect place to stay on tournament weekends, or just to relax with friends. Surrounded by trees and wildlife, their camp ground makes a wonderful retreat. The Campground has 13 serviced lots with power, water, fire pits and picnic tables. There is a wood bin close by and firewood is included. All of the sites are cosily nestled into the trees to maximize privacy for our campers.

Campground Fees (including water and power):

• $25/day
• $150/week

Day Use Area Features:

• Enclosed Kitchen
• Picnic Tables
• Fire pits
• Playground
• Outhouses

Its location adjacent to the campground makes it the perfect spot for your family reunion, staff function or a get together with friends.

There is a rental fee of $40.00 to rent the kitchen.

Explore the legendary Mighty Peace, from the fur trade to modern times, through the exhibits at our museum. Discover Nampa and Northern Sunrise County’s historic multicultural roots by following the steps of those who ventured to Canada’s northern-most homesteading area, across the Grouard Trail and onto the railways that took people from all over the world through muskeg to the Mighty Peace Country. Learn about local industries, about farming, about traditional ways as we guide you through the indoor and outdoor exhibits and buildings. With displays on two floors open year round and outdoor exhibits accessible from May to September, the Nampa and District Museum is more than worth a gander.

Major attractions include:

• The original water tank built by the Central Canada Railway to which Nampa owes its very own existence;
• Our old-time boardwalk of shops and businesses from the early to mid 1900’s;
• Our taxidermy exhibits, showing off local wildlife in the area
• The Rucka settlement house (circa 1937)
• Reno’s Ukrainian Catholic Church (circa 1946)

And so much more.

Sponsored Exhibits and Loaned Collections

Learn More About History of Oil and Gas in the Peace Region with Baytex Energy

The Nampa and District Museum is proud to house an interactive display on the legacy of the oil and gas industry in Northern Sunrise County. Sponsored by Baytex Energy, the exhibit guides you through the process of producing and distributing oil and gas in the Peace Region. View core samples extracted by Baytex Energy in Northern Sunrise County.

Learn All About North America’s First Nations through the Dr. David Welch Collection

Delve into North American’s First Nations cultures as you discover Dr. David Welch’s private artifact collection. Located in the second floor gallery, it presents items from the history and prehistory of First Nations across North America. An impressive array of items are on display for our patrons to enjoy —from the first arrowhead Dr. Welch collected on a beach on Vancouver Island at seven to intricately hand-beaded clothing and modern Aboriginal artwork.

Hours of Operation

• June 1st to August 31st – 10 am to 5 pm / 7 days a week
• September 1st to May 31st – 10 am to 5 pm / Monday to Friday
• Admission: Family $12, Adults $5, Students  $2, Children under 6 Free

Tours available in both French and English

Enjoy a relaxing hike or hop on your mountain bike and explore Pat’s Creek Interpretive Trail. Fresh air, beautiful views and wide-open spaces await visitors exploring this easily accessible trail only a quick 5-minute drive from the Town of Peace River. The trail head can be located by driving through the Sunrise Gateway Business Park, then turning onto the Fairground Road and continuing on until you reach the end of the road. Pat’s Creek is a tributary of the Peace River. It is named after Patrick Wesley, a Métis man who lived in a cabin adjacent to the creek on his property. Pat’s Creek Valley consists of glacial deposits left over from the last ice age about 12,000 years ago. The full 7.6km hike takes about 2 hours or turn back at the metal stair landing for a shorter 10-minute walk.  Bring a picnic and be ready to capture photos of the stunning landscape and abundant wildlife in this spectacular spot!

Rendez-Vous RV Park is a fully-serviced year-round park located just a few minutes east of Peace River off the junction of highway 2 and 688, offering 30 or 50 amp power in our 57 pull through and 50 spacious back-in stalls.  We pride ourselves in our clean restrooms/showers as well as our new coin-operated laundry facility that is open 24/7 for your convenience.  All stalls include picnic tables and complimentary Wi-Fi. As well a variety of our back in stalls have fire pits. We offer daily, weekly or monthly rates and are a pet-friendly facility.  Our office also features a convenience store with an ever-growing inventory of U-Haul supplies, groceries, ICE CREAM, firewood, propane and items for your RV.

Rendez-Vous RV Park is located adjacent to Cecil Thompson Park, which offers a fishing pond, playground, walking trails, outdoor exercise equipment, and let’s not forget a giant bouncy pillow.

We have secure/fenced storage for both RV/vehicles/boats as well as weatherproof indoor storage units that are available for rent on a monthly basis.  As an authorized U-Haul dealer, our staff can help you with all your moving/storage needs.

For more information and to review our current rates please visit our website!

The Sagitawa Lookout is located just south of the Town of Peace River on Hwy 744 in Northern Sunrise County. Sagitawa is a Cree word meaning “Where the rivers meet”.  The Lookout has a spectacular view of the Town of Peace River and the confluence of the Peace, Smoky and Heart rivers. The Lookout is complete with picnic area and historical information.

Directions from Main Street Peace River:

Drive down Main Street ( 100 Street) to the bottom of Main, then turn left onto 102 Avenue. Follow this to 102 Avenue, turn right and cross the Heart River bridge. Turn left onto 104 Avenue and follow the Hwy 744 signs. The Lookout is located up the “Judah Hill”. Watch for lookout signage.

A breathtaking lookout over the Town of Peace River in honor of Henry Fuller Davis, a trader on the Peace River who literally struck gold on a 12 foot claim in the 1860s. The park features include pathways, landscaping, interpretive panels, picnic benches and parking. This is a great viewpoint and photography spot.

Getting There:

Once in the Town of Peace River take Highway 2 South  heading up the East Hill. Once at the top of the hill take a left onto Sunrise Road and immediately turn left on Fairgrounds Road. Travel for approximately 1 kilometre, look for signage and turn left on Twelve Foot Davis Road. This road will lead to the gravesite.