Top 15 Places to Visit in
St. Paul | Alberta
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UFO Landing Pad
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From May to October This local landmark was the world’s first UFO Landing Pad and was constructed in June 1967, when St. Paul was given the title of Centennial Capital of Canada. The grounds are adorned by an Information Centre for visitors before visiting the exhibit downstairs. The UFO exhibit is aimed to educate the […]
- 4844-5012 53 Street, St. Paul, AB T0A 3A1
- (780) 645-6800
- https://www.stpaul.ca/visitors/ufo-landing-pad
Alberta Iron Horse Trail
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This historic backcountry trail spans 300 km through Northeast Alberta, separated into three main areas that converge at Abilene Junction (Mile Zero). A cart journeyed down this trail in the mid-1800s and was also used by the CN train during the 1900s. Visitors can admire the beautiful natural landscapes of Alberta’s plains, prairies, boreal forests, […]
St. Paul Museum
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From the end of June to early September | Wednesdays and Thursdays during the off-season The local museum comprises the St. Paul Historical Museum and the Peoples’ Museum Society. The Historical Museum is focused on the town’s rich history, such as the First Nations of St. Paul and the town’s development. There is a vast […]
Fort George & Buckingham House Provincial Historic Site
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From mid-May to early September This historic site was the location for two competing fur trading posts back in 1792, showcasing the history of fur traders back in the day. Situated next to the North Saskatchewan River, visitors can take a guided tour to educate themselves on the lives of Indigenous populations affected by European […]
- 6015, Twp Road 565 Elk Point, St. Paul, AB
- (780) 724-2611
- https://fortgeorgebuckinghamhouse.ca/
Upper Thérien Lake
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This shallow lake has a 2.4 meters depth, and the place saw an increase in Quebec and Ukraine settlers in the early 1900s due to the fertile soils nearby. This lake is excellent for canoeing, kayaking, and bird-watching. Birds in this area include ruddy turnstone, hooded merganser, great blue heron, white pelicans, geese, and more. […]
Lagasse Park
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This beautiful park is right by Upper Thérien Lake, the largest park in the town of St. Paul. It contains a splash park for the hot summer days, fitness equipment, two playgrounds, and a basketball court. The court is turned into a skating rink for recreational activities in the winter. For those who want to […]
- 47 Street & 4501 Lakeshore Drive, St. Paul, AB
- (780) 645-4481
- https://www.stpaul.ca/visitors/parks-and-playgrounds
Whitney Lake Provincial Park
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This gorgeous provincial park offers a variety of recreational activities to guests, such as swimming or canoeing. People can hike the 30 km trail that connects the Ross, Whitney, Laurier, and Borden lakes to immerse themselves in the environment. During the summer, guests can do some fishing on the lake or appreciate bird watching. Meanwhile, […]
- St. Paul County No. 19, AB T0A 1M0
- (780) 594-7856
- https://albertaparks.ca/parks/north/whitney-lakes-pp/
Frog Lake National Historic Site
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This historical site depicts a gruesome and tragic event of Alberta’s history, located on the hills of east-central Alberta border. Namely, a violent backlash occured at Frog Lake in the mid-1880s when the government tried to place First Nations on reserves. Many lives were lost during these terrible times, leaving behind archeological remains and a […]
- St. Paul County No. 19, Fish Lake Road, Frog Lake, AB T0A 1M0
- (306) 937-2621
- https://www.pc.gc.ca/en/lhn-nhs/ab/froglake
Home Town of Brett Kissel
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Brett Kissel is an award-winning country music artist born in St. Paul in May 1990. He grew up in the Flat Lake region, part of a 5th generation Albertan cattle-ranch family. He recorded his first album when he was only 12 years old and won the Canadian Country Music Association award at 16. He had […]
Twisted Fork Restaurant
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This beloved restaurant is inspired by local cuisine, designed to incorporate seasonal products and support local farmers. Most of the menu items are made from scratch in-house and adjustable for clients with allergies. The head chef, Debra Poulin, and her amazing team try their best to integrate the flavours of each season into their dish. […]
Tin Cup Restaurant & Patio
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This quaint local restaurant serves Canadian food for all meals of the day, from burgers to sandwich wraps and steaks. They are located near the St. Paul Golf Course’s scenery, allowing clients to admire the view from their patio. The restaurant also offers gluten-free and vegetarian-friendly options. The staff provides a great, friendly service and […]
- 4601 57 Street, St. Paul, AB T0A 3A0
- (780) 645-5022
- https://www.facebook.com/Tin-Cup-Restaurant-459440181074516/
Silver Star Dining & Lounge
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This family restaurant serves great Chinese cuisine at a reasonable price, aided by friendly staff amidst your meal. Their menu offers a variety of food, including wonton soup, chop suey, fried rice, chow mein, egg foo young, and much more. This establishment is also well-known for being a welcoming place with amazing service. Enjoy a […]
Lakeland Brewing Company
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The local brewery makes small crafted beers waiting to be savoured by any of its visitors. They have a tasting room where guests can come and try various brewed beers at their establishment. They have an assortment of pub snacks available to appease your appetite as you drink away. A virtual golf simulator also allows […]
Home Town of Marcel Rocque
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Marcel Rocque is a well-known Canadian curler born in St. Paul in June 1971. He won the gold medal four times at The Brier, the annual Canadian men’s curling championship. His team also won gold three times at the World Championships. During the height of his career as a curler, he was a leader for […]
- St. Paul AB
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- https://www.lakelandtoday.ca/local-sports/living-out-an-olympic-dream-1905555
St. Paul’s Golf Course
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This golf course contains a challenging 18-hole, located on the west side of town near the Tin Cup restaurant. The court has grassy greens and cart rentals, with a pro shop that sells various brands. In fact, they are the only golf course in Canada to have Marmot outerwear. Additionally, they do custom orders and […]