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Wabasca-Desmarais

Located on the narrows between North and South Wabasca Lakes, Wabasca/Desmarais serves as the headquarters for the Municipal District of Opportunity and Bigstone Cree Nation, as well as for some provincial government area-offices.

As the largest hamlet in the District of Opportunity, Wabasca is sheltered by the majestic North and South Wabasca Lakes.

With a population of 3,300 split between MD residents and Bigstone Cree Nation members, the area is rich with culture mixed with small-town leisurely charm.

Google map of Wabasca-Desmarais

Accommodations

The Lake Lodge Wabasca Ltd.
780-891-1040
Number of units: 4
Services:

600ft²furnished units
Full size kitchen
Dining area
Living area
55" Satellite tv
View and walking access to lake
Laundry
Free Wi-Fi
Patio or balcony

Riverside Inn
(780) 891-2020
Corner of HWY 813 & HWY 754
Number of rooms: 60
Services:

Continental breakfast
Microwave/mini fridge
Continental breakfast
Free Wi-Fi

Wabasca Inn
PH: (780) 891-2572
FX: (780) 891-2574
PO Box 149
1090 HWY 813
Wabasca, AB TOG 2K0
wabascainn@gmail.com
Newly opened in Jan 2015
Member of Alberta Hotel & Lodging Association
Number of rooms: 52

Services In Room:
Bathtub with shower Coffee machine
Free WiFi
Hairdryers
42" Satellite TV
Microwave
Mini fridge
Voicemail

Hotel Services:

Air conditioning
ATM
Business Centre
Continental breakfast
Coin laundry
Courtesy coffee
Crew welcome
Fitness room
Free High speed Internet
Kitchenette units
Licensed restaurant on site (opening soon)
Meeting room
Pets welcome (at manager's discretion)
Smoke-free environment
Parking: Coach, trucks, plug-ins available
Credit cards: VISA, MasterCard

The Nova Inn

(780) 891-2266
961 Mistassiniy Road, Wabasca, AB
Number of rooms:73
Services:

Along with a restaurant, this smoke-free hotel has a 24-hour fitness center and a bar/lounge. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a 24-hour front desk and a garden are onsite. All 73 rooms provide conveniences like refrigerators and microwaves, plus free WiFi and room service. Coffee makers, dishwashers, and free toiletries are among the other amenities available to guests.

Recreation

Wabasca offers a multitude of recreational activities, both inside and out including a pool and fitness center, a 17,500sq ft gymnasium and indoor track, tennis courts, skate board park, ball diamonds, outdoor rinks, and arena.

The North Wabasca Lake offers great fishing (summer and winter) as well as a place to participate in water activities like swimming, kayaking, or tubing. Quading, horse back riding, and snow mobile trails weave in and out of the forested area.

Beautiful scenery including wildlife can be viewed all around the area, great for photography enthusiasts.