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    Dixonville Community Forest Trail

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    Place Title: Dixonville Community Forest Trail
    Category: Circle Tour, County of Northern Lights, Outdoors, Trails, and Winter Activities
    Tags: Circle Tour and Northern Lights Winter
    Address: 1 Street West, Dixonville
    Dixonville
    Alberta
    Canada
    Telephone Number: 780-836-3348
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    Manning Ski Hill

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    Place Title: Manning Ski Hill
    Place Description:

    If you’re looking for affordable winter fun that the whole family can enjoy, then you MUST experience what the Manning Ski Hill has to offer!

    Special Winter Travel Offer

    See the Winter 2024-25  Ski and Stay Package at the Manning Ski Hill and save!

    The Manning and District Ski Club has been in operation since 1972 as a non-profit organization in the Notikewan River Valley, just east of the town of Manning. With some of the best scenery around, this hill is a favourite to many locals and out of town visitors. The hill itself has four main runs with a t-bar lift, making it easy to use for all ages. Whether you’re just started out on the slopes or are an experienced skier or snowboarder, this hill has something for everyone to enjoy.

    Staying active during the winter season is important and the Manning Ski Club is committed to helping users do just that. Although they don’t offer lessons at this time, they do have a chalet with pre-packaged snacks to help visitors refuel after a long day hitting the slopes.

    Northern Alberta Small Ski Area (NASSA) Passport

    New! With the purchase of a season pass. 

    This passport entitles the season pass holder to 1 complimentary lift pass at each of the participating skills. The ski area will stamp your passport to indicate redemption.

    Return your completed passport, with stamps from all six ski areas to be entered into a draw at the end of the season. The passport is valid only during the season of purchase.

    A complimentary pass exclusion of liability waiver must be signed by an adult for each ski area at the time of redemption.

    Hours of Operation

    Relying solely on volunteers to maintain weekend operating hours, the Manning Ski Club is open throughout the winter months on Saturdays and Sundays from 11am until 4pm. Plus, with the recent installation of lights, they are now open late on Wednesdays from 6:30pm to 9:30pm for exhilarating night skiing and boarding.

    Be sure to check out their social media pages on Facebook and Instagram, as well as their website, for up-to-date information and their schedule of operations. They look forward to seeing you out this winter!

    Learn More at manningskiclub.com
    Category: County of Northern Lights and Ski Hill
    Tags: Northern Lights Winter
    Address: Range Road 224
    Northern Lights No. 22
    Alberta
    Canada
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    Email: skiclubmanning@gmail.com
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    If you’re looking for affordable winter fun that the whole family can enjoy, then you MUST experience what the Manning Ski Hill has to offer!

    Special Winter Travel Offer

    See the Winter 2024-25  Ski and Stay Package at the Manning Ski Hill and save!

    The Manning and District Ski Club has been in operation since 1972 as a non-profit organization in the Notikewan River Valley, just east of the town of Manning. With some of the best scenery around, this hill is a favourite to many locals and out of town visitors. The hill itself has four main runs with a t-bar lift, making it easy to use for all ages. Whether you’re just started out on the slopes or are an experienced skier or snowboarder, this hill has something for everyone to enjoy.

    Staying active during the winter season is important and the Manning Ski Club is committed to helping users do just that. Although they don’t offer lessons at this time, they do have a chalet with pre-packaged snacks to help visitors refuel after a long day hitting the slopes.

    Northern Alberta Small Ski Area (NASSA) Passport

    New! With the purchase of a season pass. 

    This passport entitles the season pass holder to 1 complimentary lift pass at each of the participating skills. The ski area will stamp your passport to indicate redemption.

    Return your completed passport, with stamps from all six ski areas to be entered into a draw at the end of the season. The passport is valid only during the season of purchase.

    A complimentary pass exclusion of liability waiver must be signed by an adult for each ski area at the time of redemption.

    Hours of Operation

    Relying solely on volunteers to maintain weekend operating hours, the Manning Ski Club is open throughout the winter months on Saturdays and Sundays from 11am until 4pm. Plus, with the recent installation of lights, they are now open late on Wednesdays from 6:30pm to 9:30pm for exhilarating night skiing and boarding.

    Be sure to check out their social media pages on Facebook and Instagram, as well as their website, for up-to-date information and their schedule of operations. They look forward to seeing you out this winter!

    Learn More at manningskiclub.com
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    Figure Eight Lake

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    Place Title: Figure Eight Lake
    Place Description:

    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.

    GPS Lat/Long:

    56.3007800, -117.909248

    Category: Accommodations, Campgrounds, Circle Tour, County of Northern Lights, and Parks & Lakes
    Tags: Circle Tour, Clear Hills County Winter, Must-See Fishing, and Northern Lights Winter
    Address: Located 8 kilometers north of Grimshaw, then 20 km west on Highway 737.
    MD of Peace
    Alberta
    T0H 1E0
    Canada
    Telephone Number: (780) 624-6486

    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.

    GPS Lat/Long:

    56.3007800, -117.909248

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    Peace Valley Snow Riders

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    Place Title: Peace Valley Snow Riders
    Place Description:

    The Peace Valley Snow Riders are a group dedicated to helping families and friends get out of the house and enjoy the Mighty Peace this winter. Their mission is to promote responsible snowmobiling in the Peace Region and develop trails that form a network on both the east and west side of Peace River. Each trail has rest stops with fire pits, picnic tables, outhouses and firewood.

    With many sights and scenery to appreciate, riding their trails is a must this winter!

    Memberships & Trail Passes

    Memberships and trail passes can be purchased in Peace River at Mighty Peace Powersports, Maximum Powersports and Thomas Homes & RV Center. Purchases can also be made in Hines Creek at Scanalta Sales or online at albertasnowmobile.ca

    Learn More at albertasnowmobile.ca >

    THERE ARE NOW FOUR GROOMED AND MAINTAINED TRAILS IN THE MIGHTY PEACE

    Baytex Wesley Trail

    This trail officially opened on March 5, 2016 in conjunction with the Club’s first Poker Rally. This 30 km trail runs in a loop to the east and north of St. Isidore and the staging area can be accessed from Township Road 842, north of St. Isidore. There is also an access point directly from St. Isidore for those in the area.

    Osmand/Get Away Cabins Leddy Lake Trail

    This trail opened on March 19, 2011 and is located north of Town of Peace River. It runs 40 km north from the Leddy Lake Recreation Area to the area of Driftwood Lake near Deadwood. It also crosses the beautiful Whitemud river valley. This trail also includes a small loop near the Leddy Lake Recreation Area.

    Smith Mills Trail

    Opening on March 11, 2017, the East End Staging Area is located to the north of Grimshaw and the West End Staging Area is located to the north of the Village of Hines Creek. This trail runs 60 kilometers north of Figure Eight Lake to just east of Stoney Lake. It includes a loop near the west end of the trail that has a magnificent view of the area. Recently there has been 20km added to this trail with community access north of Last Lake.

    Canfor Hines Creek Trail

    This trail opened in 2019 and joins up with the Smith Mills trail and is the only trail that is connected to a community where sledders can go for fuel, food and a sled shop for repairs. With a total of 100km, it is perfect for those who want to experience a longer ride. The scenery on this trail is diverse and amazing, and the trail itself is one of the more challenging trails.

    JOIN THE ASA TODAY

    Buying your ASA membership Trail Pass is your ticket to unforgettable snowmobiling this season.

    The least expensive trail passes in Canada! Your membership Trail Pass investment is used by the clubs and the ASA to maintain, build, sign and improve the trails on which you ride.

    Buy Your Membership Online >
    Category: Attractions, Town of Grimshaw, Village of Hines Creek, Mighty Peace Essentials, Outdoors, Parks & Lakes, Town of Peace River, M.D. of Peace, Sights & Experiences, Town of Saint Isidore, and Winter Activities
    Tags: Clear Hills County Winter, Hines Creek Winter, Northern Lights Winter, and Sunrise Winter
    Address: Leddy Lake Staging Area
    Dixonville
    Alberta
    T0H 1E0
    Canada
    Telephone Number: (780) 618-6649
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    The Peace Valley Snow Riders are a group dedicated to helping families and friends get out of the house and enjoy the Mighty Peace this winter. Their mission is to promote responsible snowmobiling in the Peace Region and develop trails that form a network on both the east and west side of Peace River. Each trail has rest stops with fire pits, picnic tables, outhouses and firewood.

    With many sights and scenery to appreciate, riding their trails is a must this winter!

    Memberships & Trail Passes

    Memberships and trail passes can be purchased in Peace River at Mighty Peace Powersports, Maximum Powersports and Thomas Homes & RV Center. Purchases can also be made in Hines Creek at Scanalta Sales or online at albertasnowmobile.ca

    Learn More at albertasnowmobile.ca >

    THERE ARE NOW FOUR GROOMED AND MAINTAINED TRAILS IN THE MIGHTY PEACE

    Baytex Wesley Trail

    This trail officially opened on March 5, 2016 in conjunction with the Club’s first Poker Rally. This 30 km trail runs in a loop to the east and north of St. Isidore and the staging area can be accessed from Township Road 842, north of St. Isidore. There is also an access point directly from St. Isidore for those in the area.

    Osmand/Get Away Cabins Leddy Lake Trail

    This trail opened on March 19, 2011 and is located north of Town of Peace River. It runs 40 km north from the Leddy Lake Recreation Area to the area of Driftwood Lake near Deadwood. It also crosses the beautiful Whitemud river valley. This trail also includes a small loop near the Leddy Lake Recreation Area.

    Smith Mills Trail

    Opening on March 11, 2017, the East End Staging Area is located to the north of Grimshaw and the West End Staging Area is located to the north of the Village of Hines Creek. This trail runs 60 kilometers north of Figure Eight Lake to just east of Stoney Lake. It includes a loop near the west end of the trail that has a magnificent view of the area. Recently there has been 20km added to this trail with community access north of Last Lake.

    Canfor Hines Creek Trail

    This trail opened in 2019 and joins up with the Smith Mills trail and is the only trail that is connected to a community where sledders can go for fuel, food and a sled shop for repairs. With a total of 100km, it is perfect for those who want to experience a longer ride. The scenery on this trail is diverse and amazing, and the trail itself is one of the more challenging trails.

    JOIN THE ASA TODAY

    Buying your ASA membership Trail Pass is your ticket to unforgettable snowmobiling this season.

    The least expensive trail passes in Canada! Your membership Trail Pass investment is used by the clubs and the ASA to maintain, build, sign and improve the trails on which you ride.

    Buy Your Membership Online >
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    Twin Lakes Provincial Park

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    Place Title: Twin Lakes Provincial Park
    Category: Accommodations, Campgrounds, County of Northern Lights, and Parks & Lakes
    Tags: Camping Near River and Northern Lights Winter
    Address: 65 kilometers north of Manning on Highway 35
    Manning
    Alberta
    T0H
    Canada
    Telephone Number: 780-274-0345