County of Minburn

Heading east just outside of Vegreville on Highway 16A is the internationally recognized Rotary Peace Park.  It features a Peace Grove of 12 trees, where you can relax and enjoy the park.  It offers a large picnic area, shelter with a fireplace and a covered BBQ area that can be reserved for private functions.  On the southside of Highway 16 by Vegreville you can enjoy many species of birds while fishing at the Rainbow Park Reservoir.  This scenic parcel of land boasts a man-made lake stocked with trout.  Keep heading east on Highway 16 by the hamlet of Lavoy and you will see Akasu Hill.  This Hill is a historical site encompassing both Akasu Lake and Akasu Hill.  The Hill was a rest stop for native tribes, Akasu being the Cree Indian word meaning "sick".  It is believed the name originates from natives who got sick drinking the water from the lake and the hill was where they came to perish.  Akasu (Sickman Hill) is the highest geodetic elevation on the Yellowhead Highway between Edmonton and Winnipeg, Manitoba (2500 ft. above sea level).  Continue heading east to the Wapasu Recreation Conservancy Park near Innisfree aims to preserve and protect the wildlife habitat in and around the Lake. Wapasu Lake is a known migratory stop for white swans and countless wildlife species. Trails are developed to the summit of the natural elevation that provides a panoramic view of the lake, and surrounding area for nature enthusiasts. Enjoy the day-use and recreational area along the southeast shores of the lake.