Sherwood Park/Strathcona County

In the heart of Strathcona County you will find Sherwood Park, one of the world’s largest hamlets. Here you will find Festival Place, a convention and exhibition centre, in addition to many local art and gift shops. During July and August the Patio Series features Alberta Artists every Wednesday evening. For performance details and times, call 780-464-2852. Sherwood Park is also home to Millennium Place, the region’s new recreation complex houses a special event centre and field house, an aquatic centre, fitness centre, indoor track, gymnasium, twin arena, children’s playground and leisure ice year-round and new outdoor skateboard park, 780-416-3300. Strathcona Wilderness Centre is a popular spot for hiking, cross country skiing canoeing, snow-shoeing, wildlife watching, orienteering, and nature interpretation. The area features 550 acres and 12 km of trails. Campsites, bunkhouses and a pine lodge are on-site, 780-922-3939. Step into the past at the Strathcona County Museum and Archives. If you want to relax, stop for tea at the elegant Strathcona Tea House and shop next door at Treasure Chest & Antiques Ltd. Another popular attraction, Katie’s Crossing offers a unique dining experience. Tucked away just off Baseline Road, guests can dine in re-modeled train cars, 780-922-7008. The nearby Cooking Lake/Blackfoot Recreational Area offers an abundance of outdoor activities. (See above listing for more details.) Located east of Edmonton on Hwy. 16. Visitor information: 1-866-464-0801 or 464-0249 or 464-8216.