Figure Eight Lake Provincial Recreation Area is located 40 kilometers northwest of Peace River on Highway 737 in the County of Northern Lights. Figure Eight Lake takes its name from the shape it had before 1970 when the water level was low, in these earlier days the lake had two basins and resembled a figure eight.
Get There: Figure 8 Lake is 45 km west of Peace River on Highway 737.
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The Mighty Peace Region is located in northwestern Alberta, Canada, bordering northeastern British Columbia and the Northwest Territories. It's a vast, scenic area defined by the Peace River, one of the longest rivers in Canada, and is known for its rolling hills, river valleys, boreal forests, and wide-open skies.
The region includes a collection of rural communities, towns, and Indigenous settlements such as:
The Mighty Peace is known for its rugged natural beauty, rich Indigenous and settler history, agriculture, outdoor adventure, and a strong sense of community. It’s remote, wild, and welcoming—perfect for those looking to explore one of the last frontiers.
Popular activities include: