All District of Fairview in MD of Peace

23 km east, 22 km south of Fairview on Highway 2. Free camping, water, hiking trails, playground, fishing. Located on the Peace River.

Beautiful river views abound in the Peace Country and Pratt’s Landing is an excellent example seen here.  Located along the Peace River downstream from Carter’s Camp and upstream from Historic Dunvegan, this camping spot offers something for everyone!  Choose from one of 15 overnight camping sites equipped with fire pits and picnic tables.  Enjoy a day of horse shoes, fishing, hiking and exploring the river valley.  Canoes, kayaks and river boats can access the river from the well-maintained boat launch.  At the end of an amazing day, relax around a warming campfire and listen to the mighty Peace River flowing by.  Younger campers will enjoy the playground and the freedom of lots of space to run and play.  Wildlife can often be viewed in this area. There are day use areas as well as non-potable water, outdoor toilet facilities and firewood available for visitors.

Pratt’s Landing can be found 32km west of Fairview on highway 682.

Horse Trekking Adventures is the premier guided horse riding company in the Mighty Peace. They offer many different types of horseback adventures in the Mighty Peace area, all of which are completely customizable to give you the exact experience you are looking for. Guest can enjoy hourly horseback trips, full and half-day rides or multi-day trips into the wilderness areas of the Mighty Peace. They offer a range of horseback tours from beginners and families to experienced cowboys and cowgirls. They have rustic cabins available for “Cowboy & Cowgirl Camping”. 

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Horse Trekking Adventures offers epic Northern Lights adventures. Your best shot to see the aurora borealis is September through mid May in the Mighty Peace. Experience the Northern Lights firsthand on horseback with knowledgable guides. Horse Trekking Adventures offers a truly unique and unforgettable experience. It’s all about you and the horses! Book your adventure today. 

Historic Dunvegan Provincial Park

The visitor centre and historic buildings are open Wednesdays-Sundays (closed on Mondays and Tuesdays) from 10am-5pm until the Labour Day Long Weekend. However you can take a self-guided tour through the provincial park while it is closed. 

Journey through time and discover a piece of the fur trade, missionary and First Nations history at this National Historic Site of Canada.  Visit four original buildings from the fur trade era which have been authentically restored, furnished and are sitting in the same place they were more than 100 years ago.

1. Feel the furs that were used to make fashionable clothing and see the goods that were traded in the Revillon Frères trading store. You might recognize a few brand names still popular today and barter yourself a piece of peppermint or licorice candy!
2. At the St. Charles Catholic mission rectory, discover the hardships and devotion of the Oblate. In the church, witness the splendour of the paintings by Father Emile Grouard.
3. Stand in the living room of the Hudson’s Bay Company Factor’s House and imagine the stamping of feet and melody of fiddle music as the man in charge of Fort Dunvegan and his wife entertained guests during an evening dance. Were the children sleeping snugly in their bed or secretly making their own entertainment with the toys in their rooms?  Gaze out at teepees in the distant field, set up by the local Dunne-za people coming to trade and celebrate.
4. Bake bannock over the fire (on designated days: please call for details).

Tours may be customized to your personal interests and time available.

Stay Awhile!

Dunvegan Provincial Park also features a 65-stall campground with water, power and firewood.

Right next to the park, you’ll find a couple more gems:

Dunvegan Gardens:

Get some fresh U-Pick produce and a sweet snack from this locally owned and operated market garden and ice cream shop.

Maples Day Use Area:

An Anglican mission in the 1880s, this beautiful spot is now a picnic area operated by the Municipal District of Fairview.

Take a short drive southwest of Fairview to discover the Fairview Ski Hill with its beautiful views of the Hines Creek coulee. Say goodbye to lift lines and hello to 100% natural snow, Fairview Ski Hill is the perfect place to bring your family to play this winter. With 20,000ft of groomed runs, 4 lifts (beginner to expert) and a diverse terrain park, there is plenty of skiing and snowboarding for everyone to enjoy. The Fairview ski hill is equipped with the best rental selection in the region, a full concession and a great view of the hill from the comfort of the chalet. Don’t forget to book lessons for beginners and check out the special events running throughout the winter season. Check out the Fairview Ski Hill on weekends or Wednesday and Thursday nights for night skiing!

Begin a beautiful Peace country day at the Maples Day Use area!  Upon arriving at Historic Dunvegan simply turn right and proceed under the bridge to this beautiful river side area.  Originally an Anglican Mission stood at this site in the 1880’s.  Today visitors can enjoy picnicking, fishing, hiking or biking, a beautiful playground and exploring along the mighty Peace River.  Historic Dunvegan is near by and well worth a visit to explore the history of this fascinating region. Dunvegan Gardens is located close by and offers mini golf, shopping and ice cream!  Dunvegan Provincial Park is adjacent to Historic Dunvegan and offers overnight camping facilities.

The Maples Day Use area is 27km South of Fairview.

Canoes, kayaks and river boats can access the river from the well-maintained gravel boat launch found at Pratt’s Landing campsite. Located along the Peace River downstream from Carter’s Camp boat launch and upstream from Dunvegan bridge, this is a great spot to start a day’s exploration on the river or take a break from a river adventure and stop in for a rest and a picnic. Care to stay longer in this beautiful spot? Choose from one of 15 overnight camping sites equipped with fire pits and picnic tables. Non-potable water, outdoor toilet facilities and firewood is also available for visitors. Pratt’s Landing can be found 32km west of Fairview on highway 682.

For information call –780-835-4903.

Dunvegan’s boat launch can be found on the south side of the Peace River, road access begins on the west side of the Dunvegan bridge entrance. Parking can be found just above the boat launch area. This well-maintained gravel boat launch is situated on a narrow spot of the river where the water runs deep. Head down river to Shaftsbury and the Town of Peace River or up river to Pratt’s Landing and beyond. A great way to explore the Peace region and the river valley. Stay a few days and visit Historic Dunvegan, Dunvegan Provincial Park, The Maples Park and Dunvegan Market Gardens which are conveniently located along the shore line of the north side of the river. The Dunvegan boat launch is located 26km South of Fairview.

For information call –780-835-4903.

The Fairview Aircraft Restoration Society (FARS) is a non-profit organization that is passionate about preserving history. FARS took on the incredible feat of restoring the Canso, a Canadian built aircraft of World War II, and they successfully brought it back to life for the community to appreciate and enjoy. Their mission is to include all ages in the rich history that the Canso encompasses and to showcase a glimpse in time that should never be forgotten.

Demonstrations in the sky are now available to watch, which are guaranteed to invoke curiosity into the historical past that the Canso represents. Viewers on the ground can watch in awe as the big, red machine moves gracefully through the air and they can imagine what it must feel like to be at the controls. FARS has allowed history to come alive again and they are motivated to educate school aged children, adults and community members about Canada’s past in aviation. 

Exhibits with other local pilots and airplane enthusiasts happen throughout the year at local airshows and provide an opportunity for everyone to take in and explore the stunning, historical aircrafts. FARS is always looking for new members who want to join them in the restoration processes and who have an interest in sharing knowledge about aircraft history. FARS is for those who want to connect the past with the present and make a difference in the way history is portrayed. It’s never too late to learn with FARS!