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Located 630 kilometres north of Edmonton in the beautiful Peace Region of north western Alberta, along the British Columbia border, Clear Hills County has plenty to offer. The mighty Peace River, forming part of the southern boundary, and the Clear Hills to the north, are natural features that contribute to the charm and appeal of the County. Driving through the County on Highway 64 is a beautiful alternative route to Alaska and British Columbia, providing the opportunity to pass through two stunning river crossings; the Clear River and the Beaton River crossings.

This well maintained highway is the road of choice for those seeking picturesque scenery and is known for sightings of deer and other wildlife and its vast boreal forest. Hiking, camping, golfing, fishing, museums, hunting, snowmobiling, canoeing, and downhill skiing…there is fun and challenge for everyone of any age. Two popular campsites are Carter Camp, west of Hines Creek, and Many Islands Campsite south of Worsley. Both are nestled on the banks of the Peace River, and have excellent boat launch areas, camping stalls, picnic tables, and playgrounds.

Among the many other recreational facilities are the Cleardale Agricultural Society campground at the Clear River, the Whispering Pines Ski Hill and Chalet, located in the Clear Hills just minutes from Worsley, the George Lake Campground and Hines Creek Golf Course just south of Hines Creek, and the Cleardale Golf and Country Club. As well, there are four lakes stocked with trout located throughout the County: Ole’s Lake, Running Lake*, Stoney Lake* and Sulphur Lake*. The hamlet of Worsley also offers an R.V. park. The campgrounds of Clear Hills County are among the most natural and relaxing in the Peace region as they are rarely full, providing visitors the chance to enjoy not only the sights but also the sounds of nature.

*Currently closed until further notice*

Make the most of your weekends! Peace River’s Farmer’s Market can be found in the West Hill Industrial Plaza, running every other Saturday from 10am until 2pm. Once inside, you’ll notice that the building is buzzing with excitement and the energy is full of positivity each and every time. You can browse and enjoy local vendors who offer everything from handmade gifts, home décor, baking and produce to farm fresh eggs, freshly roasted coffee and locally sourced honey. The market features a wide range of artists, makers, farmer’s and home-based businesses and is the perfect opportunity to support and appreciate the people in the area.

With a welcoming atmosphere, you can stop and enjoy conversations with vendors, taste sweet treats, smell indulgent aromas of handmade soaps and candles, stock up on fresh vegetables or try on hand crafted jewellery. With many one-of-a-kind items, vendors encourage any and all questions and are more than willing to share their processes and knowledge with you. Take the time to browse each table and marvel in the diversity that the market offers. There really is something for everyone here. This family friendly event provides a space for all visitors and shoppers to have fun and is the perfect place for those wanting to get out of the house and support local. Whether you’re searching for the perfect gift, wanting to treat yourself, or re-stocking your favourite foods and snacks, Peace River’s Farmer’s Market is the place to be. 

The next time you are in Fairview head on over to Fairview Pizza & Donair. There extensive menu has a little something for everyone. Their menu features tasty appetizers, speciality pizzas, authentic donairs, Italian food, entrees, sandwiches, hot sandwiches and burgers.

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. 

Owned and operated by three passionate women, self-care is at the heart of this family business in Fairview. Services range from hair, massage, skin, nails, lashes, intuitive energy services, a yoga/pilates studio, and a boutique stocked with locally made products – making Revitalized a one-stop shop to care for body, mind and spirit. In addition, the Revitalized team focuses on customer service by providing high-quality services and a relaxing and warm environment where clients are considered neighbors and friends, leaving the salon feeling renewed and happy.

Their dynamic team includes five stylists, two massage therapists, two eyelash technicians, an intuitive energy practitioner, a kundalini yoga teacher and a pilates teacher (watch for classes starting in early 2023). So if you are looking to freshen up your colour, a massage, a facial, an intuitive energy session, a manicure or a chemical peel – book your next appointment at Revitalized. Their complete list of services can be found on their website at revitalizedsalon.com. Better yet, stop by their location on Mainstreet – they carry products and hair tools made by CHI, Milkshake and Redken, all HEMPZ Lotion scents, and their in-store boutique is stocked with super cool locally-made items such as soaps, body scrubs, candles and earrings.

Revitalized has been in business for seven years and expanded to a bigger building located on Mainstreet in Fairview in 2018.

If you are looking for an authentic Canadian activity, that is the sport of curling!

Located in Grimshaw, Alberta the Grimshaw Curling Club is one of the best spots in the region to give this sport a try. Discover what makes this sport one of Canada’s favourite winter pastimes. Curling is accessible to nearly everyone and is enjoyed across the country by everyone. Come experience curling in one of the most beautiful clubs in the region!

Bonspiels

December 27 & 28 – Ice Break Bonspiel

February 1 – Sturling Spiel

February 7 & 8 – Farmers & Friends Bonspiel

March 14, 15 & 16 – Mens & Ladies Bonspiel

March 28, 29 & 30 – Truckers & Operators Bonspiel

Fun Nights

Supper & 4 End Games

Maximum 12 teams/night

January 10, January 24, February 14, February 28, March 7, March 21

Simoneau Honey Buzziness is passionate about the hive. This family “buzziness” provides the region, province and beyond with high-quality natural honey, pollen, and wax products straight from their cherished bee hives. They also facilitate hive-side tours and up close and personal tours where guests put on the bee suit and experience a real working hive. The creamed honey is their signature product that keeps people coming back. This yummy product is a cross between whipped and white honey (available in cinnamon, apple spice, peanut butter and seasonal flavours) but even better. They also have regular honey, wildflower (clover, alfalfa, canola, dandelion), honey stix, fresh pollen, and a large variety of beeswax for candle making and bulk beeswax. Their products are available at the Peace River Farmers Market, Value Drug Mart and Maximum Power Sports in Peace River. Simoneau Honey Buzziness is also the honey supplier for the Board n Barrel in Peace River and Home & Away YEG in Edmonton. Visit their website to learn more or book a tour. Located outside of Marie-Reine.

The Old Bistro – More Than Just a Coffee Shop

The Old Bistro is a cherished local gem, offering a warm and welcoming atmosphere for coffee lovers, friends catching up, remote workers, and even formal meetings in one of their three cozy gathering areas. More than just a coffee shop, it’s a hub for community connection and handcrafted treasures.

Inside, you’ll find a carefully curated selection of unique, locally made goods, including stunning pottery, woodworking, leather items, and paintings. The shop proudly features products from The Green Goddess and Autumn Jade Studios, showcasing the incredible talent of local artisans.

Their menu goes beyond coffee, offering homemade soups and sandwiches, along with fresh-baked goods served daily. Be sure to try their caramel macchiato—a local favorite—or indulge in seasonal flavors like peppermint, lavender, gingerbread, floral-inspired teas, and refreshing lemonade when in season.

Whether you’re stopping by for a delicious drink, a bite to eat, or to browse their handcrafted selection, The Old Bistro is a must-visit destination full of warmth, charm, and community spirit.

The Peace River Museum & Archives is located in the beautiful Peace River Valley. The museum cares for many objects, photographs and archival records that celebrate Peace River’s stories and history. The museum is a fun and a entertaining place of learning through objects in the museum’s collection as an entry-point to inquiry, discussion and exploration about the region. The archives offers an extensive archives and library for family and regional history research. Drop by for personal research or call for an appointment for more in-depth research.

The museum showcases temporary galleries throughout the year that enables a deeper look into many of the region’s more interesting and thought-provoking stories, individuals and objects.

Looking for a special gift?

The museum has a wonderful gift shop full of hand-crafted gifts to choose from. You will find 12 Foot Davis magnets by a local glassworks artist, art cards by local photographers, fiber arts, jewelry, history books by local authors and much more!

Hours of Operation:

Tuesday to Saturday from 10 am to 4 pm

Closed only on December 24, 25, 26 and January 1.

Exhibits:

Sir Alexander Mackenzie Gallery

This room tells the story of Sir Alexander Mackenzie and his journeys through the west.  Artifacts include archeological finds from Fort Fork, the 18^th century compound where Sir Alexander Mackenzie wintered while on his way to the Pacific coast.  The display also talks about the fur trade in western Canada, with examples of the types of furs trapped in the area, replica of a fur trader’s canoe and an authentic fur press.

Main Gallery

This gallery is home to our temporary exhibits.  These include local history as well as travelling exhibits from other museums.   New and topical displays are planned out each year to fill this space.

Peace River Gallery

The Town of Peace River has a wonderfully diverse past, and we showcase parts of this past in the Peace River Gallery. From prehistoric history and local Indigenous people into the present day, we examine the Town and the people, both past and present, who call it home.

Admission: By Donation

Look no further for a wide variety of wine, spirits, and beer – Rum Runners in Grimshaw has a massive variety of the most popular products, and they pride themselves on carrying a vast assortment of unique craft brews local to Alberta and Canada. To name a few, they have Peace River Brewing and Distilling (Peace River), Shady Orchard (High Prairie), Liquid Vodka and Broken Oak Vodka (Grande Prairie), Crabby Goat (Valleyview), West of the 5^th (Barrhead) and Rocky Mountain Bighorn (Hinton.
Are you looking for a unique item or planning a special event? The friendly staff at Rum Runners are happy to accommodate events, specific orders, and recommendations. They also offer a points reward system that gets loyal customers a discount on their purchase that can be used on anything in the store.

Weekly and Monthly Specials include: 
Monday & Wednesday:  10% off wine, craft beer and coolers
From the 1^st – 15^th of every month – $2 off all 15 packs of domestic beer
From the 16^th – end of the month – $2 off 24 packs of domestic beer

Located at 5820-51 street in Grimshaw.

Velvet Hand Designs, located near Grimshaw, Alberta, offers a unique assortment of original artworks, prints and custom pieces that make lovely one-of-a-kind gifts and eye-catching home and office décor items. Created by local multi-media artist Carolyn Gerk, the pieces are inspired by film, media, and literature. Carolyn’s illustrative work has been reproduced on greeting cards, stickers, keychains, pins and mugs, and in addition to purchasing her items online, you can find her items at the Peace River Art Hub gift shop, Fairview Fine Arts Centre as well as the Nampa and District Museum gift shop. Velvet Hand Designs also features editioned linocut relief prints. Message Carolyn on her Etsy, Facebook, Instagram or Tiktok page if you’d like to learn more about having Carolyn create a custom portrait or pet portrait. She is an incredible artist!

While staying at the Chateau Nova in Peace River, you will have a memorable experience in any one of our well-appointed, brand new rooms. Whether you are staying with us for business or pleasure, our hotel has everything that you will need to make your stay in Peace River comfortable and relaxing.

Please enjoy our beautiful brand new rooms with everything from new 42” LCD TV’s, to all the other brand new amenities. The Chateau Nova is our newest flagship hotel offering you even more great options at an affordable price to make your stay with us the most enjoyableit can possibly be. Our hotel is conveniently located off of the main highway, making it easy to find. Once here, enjoy the welcoming atmosphere and warm customer service. During your stay, please take pleasure in dining at our Chateau Nova Restaurant & Lounge open for Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.