City of Cold Lake
HOME OF THE CANADIAN AIR FORCE BASE 4 WINGThe City of Cold Lake, located 3 hours east of Edmonton is surrounded by natural beauty from its clear blue waters with sandy beaches,
to the rugged forest backdrop. It’s a four-season playground that attracts those with a sense of adventure!
ROADTRIP ADVENTURES
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HIGHLIGHTS
Life's Better at the Beach!
Enjoy the beauty of the Cold Lake Marina and Kinosoo Beach, a three block stretch of fine sand on the City of Cold Lake’s north end.
VISITOR INFORMATION
Cold Lake Chamber of Commerce - Visitor Information Centre
4009 - 50 Street. Open year round.
1-800-840-6140
Cold Lake Town Office
5513 - 48 Avenue
780-594-4494
Accommodations
Find Places to Stay In & Around
Cold Lake.
Fishing Charters
Book a Fishing Charter tour today with Hamilton House Inn & Adventures or with Anglers Bait Tackle & More!
Cold Lake M.D. Park
A lakeside campground right in the city limits of Cold Lake! For a less urban setting check out this link for Campgrounds in the area.
Cold Lake Attractions & events
You may see jets in the skies on weekdays, but you can also see historical and current aircraft displayed on pedestals at CFB 4-Wing Gateway Park, and at the main downtown intersection in Cold Lake. History buffs won’t want to miss the Cold Lake Museums. It is a multi-theme museum located on the old site of 42 Radar Squadron at the top of Radar Hill Road. The separate buildings house an Aboriginal Gallery, a Heritage Gallery, an Oil & Gas Gallery, and an Air Force Museum. There are also outdoor displays of aircraft and a radar dome.
The Energy Centre is the hub of activity. This state-of-the-art facility hosts sporting events, concerts, trade shows, and more. Casino Dene is where you can play, dine, unwind, and stay. It features over 250 slot and VLT machines, table games, poker tournaments and live entertainment. It’s located 7 km south of Cold Lake on Highway 28. For the avid golfer, enjoy the Grand Centre Golf Club or the Cold Lake Golf & Winter Club nestled just off Veteran’s Drive on Canadian Forces Base 4 Wing Cold Lake.
The Cold Lake Agricultural Society has numerous annual events, including a Bull-A-Rama Spring Series and a June Rodeo. On Canada Day, the City of Cold Lake celebrates with an annual parade and several activities, followed by a spectacular fireworks show later in the evening at the Cold Lake Marina. During the show, the lake acts like a mirror, creating an amazing display that should not be missed.
Major summer events include: Aqua Days, Extreme Mudfest, and Cold Lake Car Show. Come September long weekend don’t miss Feast At The Beach – a family-friendly event filled with food and music on the shores of Cold Lake. Kinosoo Beach is the ideal location to host all of the festival goers. A range of food trucks from across Alberta will be serving up delicious food. Sit on the beach or in the beer gardens and listen to the amazing bands and music. For families, there is a Kid Zone which offers endless entertainment for kids. There is something for everyone at Feast at the Beach!
Outdoors
As a year-round recreation area, Cold Lake is the ideal vacation spot for water enthusiasts, beach goers, fishermen, outdoorsmen, skiers, and those just seeking a unique get-away experience. The camping opportunities are endless!
The Beaver River Trestle south of Cold Lake is a highlight of the Iron Horse Trail. The trestle is 1/2 km long and 60 metres high.
Surrounding the Cold Lake Museum, the Cold Lake Bike Park & Trails has 6 km of mountain bike trails for all skill levels including a pump track, jump features, and more. The Beaver River Trestle south of Cold Lake is a highlight of the Iron Horse Trail. The trestle is 1/2 km long and 60 metres high. Cold Lake Provincial Park also has an 11.5 km trail system for hiking and mountain biking. The Municipal District of Bonnyville operates the popular Cold Lake M.D. Park, a lakeside campground right in the city limits. If you want a less urban setting, check out Crane Lake M.D. Parks, or for an intimate lakeside camping experience book a site at Ethel Lake M.D. Park .
The Municipal District of Bonnyville operates the popular Cold Lake M.D. Park, a lakeside campground right in the city limits. If you want a less urban setting, check out Crane Lake M.D. Parks, or for an intimate lakeside camping experience book a site at Ethel Lake M.D. Park. For the avid golfer, enjoy the Grand Centre Golf Club or the Cold Lake Golf & Winter Club nestled just off Veteran’s Drive on Canadian Forces Base 4 Wing Cold Lake.
Whether its summer fishing, winter ice fishing tours, or simply looking for specialized lures and bait – Anglers Bait Tackle & More can hook you up! You can also book a summer fishing charter with Hamilton House Inn & Adventures. In the winter, you can rent cross-country skiing equipment to enjoy a woodland oasis of 12 km of trails around their private lake. For winter family fun, Kinosoo Ridge Snow Resort features downhill skiing, snowboarding and a tube park. It is North Eastern Alberta’s premiere downhill ski facility serving the area for 35 years.
drink, Eat, Shop
Find all your needs for shopping, dining and where to stay from the Highway 28 corridor through the downtown area, and further north to the marina and lakeshore areas.
Grab a coffee at Beantrees Café as you shop downtown Cold Lake for great finds like Polished Pumpkins Children’s Boutique, and Puur Athletics. A must stop is Dobbin’s – a candy, gift and toy store featuring unique & retro candies. The kids will be overjoyed! To bring back memories of years gone by, stop into Fad’s Vintage and check out all of the antiques and collectibles.
The Aurora Bar & Lounge at Casino Dene is a signature restaurant with an exceptional dining experience. A must stop in downtown is Cold Lake Brewing and Distilling. Visit the tasting room for handmade beer and spirits with unique flavours. Nearby, the Lakeland Inn is a dining destination with two restaurants plus a sports bar and lounge.
At Lakeshore Drive, check out Clark’s Eatery for a marvelous dining experience, the Maple Bacon Cranberry Chicken is so good your taste buds will tingle reading this. With incredible reviews and great service – many say Picante Café is the best restaurant in the city – this dining experience will be delightful.
Before you hit the trails, get geared up with Mach 1 Sports. Your #1 sporting store for BMX, Mountain Bikes, Fatbikes, E-Bokes and much more
Cold Lake Escapes
Across from the marina is the Lakeshore Inn Bed & Breakfast where you will be relaxed and comfortable in a beautifully decorated suite. End or begin your day by pampering yourself to a relaxing treatment at their on-site spa. Further north on Lakeshore Drive is the Waterfront Harbour Bed & Breakfast with awesome views of the lake. This is where comfort and sleep are top priority with stunning panoramic lakefront views. Relax in one of five unique rooms with their own private bathroom to satisfy individuals, couples and families.
Just 3 minutes east of Kinosoo beach you will enjoy the tranquility throughout the 142 acres at Evergreen Birch Lodge and Morning Star Retreats. Here you will not only take a load off and relax, you will also reconnect with yourself and nature in a very comforting, and natural setting.
On the southside of Cold Lake at Cherry Grove you will find a pure woodland oasis. Hamilton House Inn & Adventures features a private wilderness lake for you to enjoy. You can also take in the fresh air and relax in an outdoor hot tub. They also have hiking and biking trails to go exploring, and can even take you on a fishing charter.
These unique stays are excited to welcome you!
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