All Woodland Cree First Nation in Northern Lights No. 22

Tobogganing is the quintessential Canadian winter experience! Visit Sam’s Hill in the Woodland Cree First Nation and experience the sense of anticipation growing as the climb is made up to the top of the hill. Nothing will bring a smile to the faces of young and old alike, as the exhilarating rush of speeding down the snowy hill on a toboggan. 

Get There: Sam’s Hill is located in Cadotte Lake which is located 86km northeast of Peace River

There’s nothing quite like experiencing skating outside on a beautiful sunny winter day! Graceful gliding or energy-packed games of shinny, lace up the skates and hit the ice at one of the three outdoor rinks that you will find in Woodland Cree First Nation. 

Get There:  Cadotte School Rink –  Located 86km northeast of Peace River.

Simon Lake Rink – Beside the Simon Lake Store located approximately 69 km northeast of  Peace River. 

Marten Lake Rink – Beside the Rec Centre in Marten Lake – located approximately 84 km northeast of Peace River. 

Located in the Northern Boreal of the Woodland Cree First Nation, Sawn Lake is ideal for those who enjoy quadding or snowmobiling in dense forests and fishing in natural settings. With unserviced camping areas to stay at, fishermen and visitors can try their hand at catching Northern Pike in both summer and winter months, or quad and sled the trails nearby. Adventure can be found here!

Drop a line in during the summer or winter and experience what it’s like to fish at Joker Lake in the Woodland Cree First Nation. Situated among a vast, thick forest, Joker Lake is home to Yellow Perch and is frequented by locals in all seasons. Perfect for those days when you need solitude and time in nature, this lake and unserviced camping area offers all the peace and quiet you can ask for. 

You can find extensive forests at Simon Lake that are ideal for hunting, fishing, quadding, snowmobiling, and exploring. Not only does this beautiful area offer plenty of ways to enjoy the outdoors, but it also hosts the unforgettable Woodland Cree First Nation Treaty Days at the Simon Lake Woodland Cree Culture and Recreational Area. Visit Simon Lake today and see why it’s a favourite among many!