Recreation on Public Land

Last review/updated: December 14, 2007

Photo of a tentThinking of Camping? Hiking? Fishing? ATV’ing?

Heading out to enjoy Alberta's public lands?

Albertans enjoy the outdoors. We appreciate the recreational opportunities available to us in our own "backyard." In fact, more people than ever before are experiencing the incredible panoramas, waterways and trails our forests and public lands provide.

As owners and users of these extraordinary places we all share the responsibility of minimizing our impact when we camp, ride, hunt, fish, hike and play.

Be Responsible. Do Your Part. Do Your Best. Encourage others to do the same.

Respect the Land
. . . promoting responsible recreation and stewardship to protect Alberta's natural resources.

Public Recreation Opportunities:
Essential information before you go

  • Heading Out: Know your recreational opportunities and responsibilities for various areas around the province
  • Accessing Agricultural Public Land: Much of Alberta's public land is used for agricultural purposes. Special consideration must be made when accessing these lands for recreational purposes.

Commercial Recreation Opportunities:
Essential information to apply

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