Sylvan Lake was originally given the Cree name "kinabik" or Snake Lake because of the abundance of Garter snakes in the area. This was changed to Sylvan (latin "of forests") in 1903.
Sylvan Lake Provincial Park Beach is on Lakeshore Drive in the Town of Sylvan Lake. This wonderful, sandy beach with clear, shallow waters has all of the amenities required for a day at the beach within walking distance. This is THE beach for Central Alberta. There are grassy areas, picnic tables, volleyball nets and great people watching opportunities. The area has been upgraded with better parking and day use facilities. The boat launch and marina are close by on the southwest end of the beach. Arrive early on weekends for best parking and beach spots. This is a summer hotspot suitable for anyone. The safe, shallow waters are ideal for swimming. The lake is popular for recreational use such as boating, water skiing, and fishing. The Sylvan Lake Stewardship Association has been very active in promoting and preserving the clear, clean waters of Sylvan Lake.
Sylvan Lake was originally given the Cree name "kinabik" or Snake Lake because of the abundance of Garter snakes in the area. This was changed to Sylvan (latin "of forests") in 1903.
Sylvan Lake Provincial Park Beach is on Lakeshore Drive in the Town of Sylvan Lake. This wonderful, sandy beach with clear, shallow waters has all of the amenities required for a day at the beach within walking distance. This is THE beach for Central Alberta. There are grassy areas, picnic tables, volleyball nets and great people watching opportunities. The area has been upgraded with better parking and day use facilities. The boat launch and marina are close by on the southwest end of the beach. Arrive early on weekends for best parking and beach spots. This is a summer hotspot suitable for anyone. The safe, shallow waters are ideal for swimming. The lake is popular for recreational use such as boating, water skiing, and fishing. The Sylvan Lake Stewardship Association has been very active in promoting and preserving the clear, clean waters of Sylvan Lake.
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