Cold Lake

A throwback to the pioneer days of Alberta, this location was a general store from 1930s to its reconstruction as a restaurant. It still features an historic tin-sided structure and unique memorabilia inside. The food is traditional fare and lineups are common. Mains $13-24, burgers, sandwiches.

Gourmet teas and coffees, sandwiches, soups, baked goods.

One of Alberta's larger provincial parks. Well known as a recreational park including beach, boat launch, birdwatching and hiking amenities in summer, and cross-country ski trails in the winter. Camping here is excellent and the park's natural setting is terrific. Camping typically occurs from Victoria Day to Labour Day and reservations may be required on weekends.

For many years it has been one of the more popular hotels in Cold Lake South (Grand Centre) due to the reliable quality of its rooms and the wide variety of services it provides including conference facilities, a cafeteria, dining room, workout room, and pub.

Great location for visiting the marina and walking around Cold Lake North. Home-cooked breakfasts made with local ingredients, fresh homemade baking, panoramic view of the lake on your lakeshore and marina view deck. Living room area features a large gas fireplace. The sunroom has a skylight and TV/DVD.

One of Canada's most respected Indigenous artists makes his home in Cold Lake and his gallery, across from the Marina, provides an excellent opportunity to purchase, or simply view, many of his most contemporary paintings.

The traditional "main street" area includes a movie theatre, coffee shops, hairstylists, video rentals and drug stores.

Mid-sized indoor mall with groceries, clothing, hardware, department store, services and more.