Provincial Park (Buffalo Lake)
Located on the south side of Buffalo Lake. Go west of Stettler on Hwy 12 for 12 km, then north on Hwy 835 for 16 km. Park entrance is located next to the village of Rochon Sands.
Large deep lake surrounded by aspen woods with dogwood understory and large beach area.
Hiking trails throughout campground.
Western Grebe, American White Pelican, Double-crested Cormorant, Great Egret, American Bittern, White-faced ibis, Bald Eagle, shorebirds, terns, Purple Martin, Gray Catbird. During migration: warblers.
Campground open May 15 to October 11.
Check out the marina and bay as well.
There are two Conservation Sites in the area: Buffalo Lake and Buffalo Lake Moraine, which includes Potter’s Seep. Check Alberta Discover Guide for details.
The Red Deer River Naturalists are not liable for any injury or damage whatsoever caused to yourself or others by using this guide.
More birds will be seen in the spring and summer seasons, but all locations will have some winter birds. Typical and common species can be expected for each habitat described. Large deep lakes typically attract migrating waterfowl, (ducks, swans, and geese). Notable Species are species of special interest that have been recently recorded in or near the area.
Alberta Conservation Association’s (ACA) Alberta Discover Guide has 170 + Conservation Sites listed for the Central Alberta area. Check their website www.albertadiscoverguide.com for locations to pick up a printed version or get the pdf or app version at: www.albertadiscoverguide/getyourguide.cfm
