Fire Ban in Saddle Hills County - May 8, 2025

Due to the lack of precipitation, and dry and windy conditions, Saddle Hills County has upgraded the Fire Restriction to a FIRE BAN. This Fire Ban applies to all areas outside of the Forest Protection Area, including private land, crown land, and recreational areas.

A Fire Ban is also in place for the Grande Prairie Forest Protection Area.

Prohibited:

  • All outdoor wood fires, including designated firepits, backyard firepits, burning barrels, and any wood campfires on public or private land.
  • BBQ charcoal briquettes.
  • Fireworks and exploding targets.
  • Burning of brush piles, windrows or other debris.

Allowed (with caution):

  • Propane/natural gas-powered appliances.
  • Open flame oil devices (e.g. turkey deep fryers, tiki torches).
  • Indoor wood fires contained within a device with a chimney and spark arrestor.
  • Off-Highway Vehicles.

Please note, all appliances must be CSA approved and used per manufacturer’s standards.

This Fire Ban will remain in effect until conditions improve.

Never leave a campfire unattended. Soak it, stir it and soak it again until cool to the touch to ensure it is extinguished.

If you see a wildfire, report it immediately by calling 9-1-1 or 310-FIRE.

Parks & Recreation

Saddle Hills County is a place where you can experience nature, culture, and adventure in every season.

Our Campgrounds and Parks are busy all summer long. Whether you want to camp by the serene Spring Lake or Hilltop Lake, experience year round trout fishing at Shell True North Pond, boat on the mighty Peace River at Cotillion Park, or explore the trails at Moonshine Lake Provincial Park, you will find plenty of outdoor activities to enjoy.

Our local Splash Park in Savanna, is the perfect place to cool off on a warm summer day, and there is often an ice cream and concession stand on hand for some seasonal munchies. Join one of the local Programs and Clubs and participate in a round of Volleyball, scale the Savanna Climbing Wall, pick up a new hobby or just meet some great people.

Our talented residents regularly host a variety of Community Events, such as the annual fairs and parades in Bonanza and Savanna, or the Music in the Park festival at Cotillion Park.

For the adventurers, why not marvel at the geological wonders of the Rim Rock Formations, where prehistoric fossils have been found, find the hidden waterfall at Cotillion Park, or participate in the Geocaching treasure hunt, and discover surprises hidden in containers designed by local artisans.

If you’re looking for some winter family fun, why not toboggan at the Saddle Hills County Slopes, skate at one of the local rinks, enjoy a spot of ice fishing, or hit the slopes at the Spring Lake Ski Hill. 

Our three local Libraries are fully stocked with an assortment of books and electronic entertainment, and our Woking Library even boasts a Library of Things, with an assortment of games, cooking and baking accessories, and recreation items to borrow.

Saddle Hills County is also an ideal spot for wildlife enthusiasts and hunters. Spot or hunt elk and bears in the forests, observe birds and animals at Jack Bird Pond, or visit the Dunvegan West Wildlands or Silver Valley Ecological Reserve.

History buffs can trek further afield and explore the Historic Dunvegan Site for a relaxing journey through our frontier history or get in touch with the South Peace Regional Archives to peruse historical documents and photographs. Gardening and shopping enthusiasts should stop by our beautiful Greenhouses, check out the Farmers Markets, or shop at any of our other amazing local Businesses.

For more information on the region, check out Mighty Peace Tourism or Grande Prairie Regional Tourism.

Want to see more before you visit? Our Youtube, Instagram, and TikTok pages are regular updated with videos of our local attractions and opportunities.

Don't forget to tag us in all your Northern Alberta adventures at @saddlehillscountyrecreation. We love seeing all the unique experiences being had in our back yard.

More Information:

Campgrounds & Parks

Spring Lake, Hilltop Lake, Cotillion Park, Moonshine Lake, Shell True North Pond, and Jack Bird Pond

Community Events

Upcoming Community Events and Events Calendar

Maps

Purchase or download maps of the County

Programs and Clubs

Community programs and clubs serving residents

Contact Us

Saddle Hills
Junction of Hwy 49 & Secondary Hwy 725
RR1, Spirit River AB
T0H 3G0
T. 780-864-3760
Fax 780-864-3904
Toll-free 1-888-864-3760
frontdesk@saddlehills.ab.ca

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