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LAC STE. ANNE MISSION
Lac Ste. Anne, Alberta
780.785.3411 LSAC.ca
Year-round. Designated a national
historic site of Canada, this
world-renowned pilgrimage site
is a natural mesa that extends
down to the southern shores of
Lac Ste. Anne. Several sacred
buildings dot the site, including
the Lac Ste. Anne Mission — the
first permanent Catholic mission
west of Winnipeg Manitoba. A
variety of amenities such as food
concession stands and shower
facilities reawaken for the duration
of this annual trek. It is here that
the faithful step into the holy
waters and become blessed by a
priest in the name of Saint Anne,
the mother of the Virgin Mary.
Our enchanting and expansive County is a
year-round paradise for travelers in search of
something truly memorable. Go for a gorgeous
hike along the Pembina River. Acquire a work of
art in one of our many eclectic gift shops. Get
your golf game on. Be blessed by the healing
waters of Lac Ste. Anne. And when your day of
adventure ends, decompress in one of our many
quaint and cozy dining spots.
Looking for a near-perfect family vacation
destination that’s not far from home? Look no
further than Lac Ste. Anne County — a very
special place in the heart of Alberta where
unspoiled adventure awaits.
BRIDGE TRESTLE
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Rochfort Bridge, Alberta
780.785.3411 LSAC.ca
Year-round. The Hamlet of
Rochfort Bridge is home to one of
North America’s longest wooden
train trestles. Built in 1914, this
ROCHFORT
BRIDGE TRESTLE
structure spans 2,414 feet and
stands 110 feet above the Paddle
River. Gaze in awe of this ancient
engineering marvel, then head
into the Trading Post for a bit of
local history, a bite to eat and an
abundance of unique crafts, books
and touristy treasures. There’s also
a museum run by the Lac Ste.
Anne Historical Society.
FALLEN FOUR
MEMORIAL PARK
Mayerthorpe, Alberta
780.786.4990 fallenfour.ca
Year-round. Four bronze
Mounties stand on guard around
a central plinth topped with doves
aflight. This stoic formation of
statues represents fallen RCMP
Constables Schiemann, Johnston,
Gordon and Myrol, killed in the
line of duty on March 3, 2005. The
park is both a solemn memorial
to these four brave men, and
a tribute to those who sacrifice
themselves for the protection and
well-being of mankind. The gift
shop is open May to September.
TF
GEORGE PEGG
BOTANIC GARDEN
Glenevis, Alberta
780.203.0331 pegggarden.org
Seasonal. In the early 1900s,
pioneer botanist/taxonomist
George Pegg made many major
contributions to the field of botany
with his massive pressed plant
collection, large library of botanical
books, and cultivation of a unique
and spectacular garden. This two-
acre living menagerie is a delight
to the senses and a must-see.
SUNDIAL-ELEVATOR
Sangudo, Alberta
780.785.3411 LSAC.ca
Year-round. At a height of 21 feet,
this unique landmark is one of
the biggest sundials in existence.
Massive Precambrian boulders
surround a central dial formed in
homage to the grain elevators of
days gone by. Stunning to behold,
this monolithic masterpiece can tell
time, perform calendar functions,
and even provide latitude and
longitude coordinates.
1.866.880.5722 E [email protected]
www.LSAC.ca
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