STURGEON LAKE

Located 15 km west of Valleyview Alberta, is Sturgeon Lake. Williamson Provincial Park is located on the south shore and Young's Point Provincial Park is on the northwest shore of the lake. Over 150 bird species nest in or visit this area.

Williamson Provincial Park was designated a Provincial Park in 1960. Named after Alexander Williamson an area landowner who settled in the area in the early 1920's. Originally from Scotland.

The Sekanie, Beaver, Chipewyan and Cree lived in the Sturgeon Lake in the early years. The name Sturgeon lake came from the translation of the word "Mo-koo-oo-pow" . Settlers began arriving in the early 1900's. The area was first surveyed in 1908 and eventually Alexander Williamson owned it in 1945. The government bought the land for $2500 in 1960 and later that year became a provincial park to be enjoyed by all.

Young's Point Provincial Park, located on the northwest shore of Sturgeon Lake is approximately 30 km west of Valleyview. Officially became a Provincial Park in 1980.

Named after Frederick Campbell Young, who at an early age worked on the survey crew for the Northern Alberta Rail Company. He was grandson of Reverend George McDougall, a missionary. Young homesteaded the land on the northwest shore of the lake and later sold it to the government in 1971.

Cosy Cove Marina & Campground

A private campground located a few kilometers to the west of Williamson Provincial Park, also on the south shore of Sturgeon Lake. This area is much shallower and narrower and often referred to as "The Narrows". Approximately 23 km west of Valleyview.

Greenview Golf Resort is located near the lake. 9 holes, grass greens, pro shop, club house, camping.

2008 EVENTS OF THE PEACE COUNTRY

Williamson Provincial Park located on the south shore of Sturgeon Lake, has 60 campsites, large day use area. Some sites are pull through and some have power. Open May 1 to October 31.

Williamson Provincial Park, Boat launch and docking area. Plenty of parking. Short walk from campground.

Playground located at Williamson Provincial Park. Many hiking trails as well as a golf course is located in the area.

Sturgeon Lake offers hours of fun fishing for the big one. Northern Pike to 30 pounds and Walleye to 5 pounds. Perch to 2 pounds and Whitefish to 4 pounds.