Non-urgent government operations are closed December 24 to January 1, reopening January 2. See the list of services available during this time.
Plan your next adventure: Download Alberta’s Public Land Trail Guide.
For advisories and closures for this and other areas, visit:
Map of this area
Download a current map of Brule for the Holmes Crossing Public Land Use Zone (PLUZ):
Area and trail information
View information for Provincial Park Recreation Areas and other information on the region:
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Camping
- Random, no-service, camping is permitted.
- Campsites and fires must be a least one kilometre (0.6 miles) from a Recreation Area, Provincial Park or a roadway.
- Nearby, serviced camping is available at: Alberta Parks.
- Review the regulations and best practices for camping on public land.
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Motorized
- Off-highway vehicles (OHV) are not permitted.
- Snowmobiles permitted only on designated trails from December 1 to March 1. For further information see: Know Before You Go: Snowmobiles.
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Non-motorized
- Hiking permitted.
- Equestrian permitted.
- Cross-country skiing permitted.
- Review the regulations and best practices for non-motorized recreation on public land.
- For relevant clubs, trails and other information see, Alberta Cross-Country Skiing and Alberta Equestrian Federation.
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Hunting
- Alberta hunting regulations apply. For details on hunting regulations, visit the My Wild Alberta website at: Hunting: Regulations.
- Hunting is not permitted in Provincial Recreation Areas (PRAs).
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Fishing
- Alberta fishing regulations apply. For details on fishing regulations, visit the My Wild Alberta website at: Fishing: Regulations.
About this area/PLUZ
This area was created in May 1999 to provide opportunities for non-motorized recreation and reduce conflicts with summer motorized users.
This area is 27 square kilometres (10.4 square miles).
Legislation, management, and planning
- Familiarize yourself with current legislation and regulations by visiting Public Land Enforcement.
- Upper Athabasca Regional Planning Process
Stewardship and biodiversity initiatives
- Check out the Outdoor Recreation Channel for current information on stewardship projects and citizen science opportunities.
Contact
Connect with us:
Hours: 8:15 am to 4:30 pm (open Monday to Friday, closed statutory holidays)
Regional Area Office – Whitecourt
Phone: 780-778-7153
Toll free: 310-LAND (5263) (in Alberta)
Call 310-LAND anytime to report illegal activity, public safety issues, and enforcement concerns on Crown land (public land, provincial parks and protected areas).
Address:
1st Floor, 5020 52 Avenue
Whitecourt, Alberta T7S 1N2
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