Abraham Lake
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Edmonton, Canada764 contributions
Jun 2020
We have no idea the North Saskatchewan River that runs through the City of Edmonton also runs into Abraham Lake. There are several unmarked lookouts on Highway 11 West after Nordegg to take into the beautiful scenery of Abraham lake. You don't have to go to Banff to see the Canadian Rockies, there are plenty to explore along Highway 11 West in David Thompson Country.
Written July 4, 2020
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Hussain110
Edmonton, Canada283 contributions
Dec 2020 • Family
We went with our young kids to experience the frozen methane bubbles of Abraham Lake. Most of the river has not frozen yet except for the part at Preachers Point. There the ice was atleast a foot deep. This area is very windy so dress in layers. There is no cellphone reception so plan ahead and download all maps before hand. Dont forget to bring food as there isnt much available to eat nearby.
The last proper bathroom is in Nordegg (if you are driving from Red Deer). We used the one at Fas Gas. It was clean and the shop has good stuff if you want to stock up on food items. There is cell phone reception near the gas station. After that there are no bathrooms in winter time.
The last proper bathroom is in Nordegg (if you are driving from Red Deer). We used the one at Fas Gas. It was clean and the shop has good stuff if you want to stock up on food items. There is cell phone reception near the gas station. After that there are no bathrooms in winter time.
Written December 7, 2020
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Faith M
Edmonton, Canada18 contributions
Jan 2023
Ice Bubbles: what an superb experience it was to visit Abraham Lake in winter to see the ice bubbles. We visited in January which is probable the perfect time a year. Methane gas from vegetation gets caught in ice of the freezing Rocky Mountain lake and create stunning patterns. Tip: drive along the lake until a ways after the first rock crop out, park along the road and walk a short distance to the lake. there are other places that show the bubbles, but this is the best stop. a few hundred yards further are official outhouses and before the lake, at the hamlet of Nordegg, are gas stations and convenience store. Wear cleats as the first part to the bubbles is ice on a slant on top of gravel, its hard to walk back up. Dress warm, its always windy, which is handy so the snow gets blown away and doesn't cover up the bubbles
Written February 16, 2023
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Skwiki
Burnaby, Canada1,786 contributions
Sep 2022
Our first time on highway 11, we were so excited to see Abraham Lake. It was beyond our expectations. Thankfully we had as much time as we wanted and stopped whenever there was a spot to pull over. As it became windy in the afternoon the lake changed colour. Also it was wonderful to have such a beautiful lake without being crowded with people like Jasper and Banff.
Written November 2, 2022
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Wayne M
Sylvan Lake, Canada5 contributions
Dec 2020
Took a drive to Abraham Lake today, hoping to get some pics of the famous 'bubbles' under the ice. Surprise, surprise - December 18th in the Rocky Mountains and there was almost no ice at all on the lake. One small patch the Tershishner Creek outlet was all I found. Another reviewer said the last bathroom was in Nordegg - not true! The last flush toilet is in Nordegg but there are bathrooms at Goldeye PRA and Dry Haven PRA.
Written December 18, 2020
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Paula D
Liverpool, UK139 contributions
May 2024 • Family
Apparently this is the famous Lake in Alberta that has frozen methane bubbles in winter - it wasn't frozen when we arrived which was a bit disappointing given that everywhere else we went was frozen solid. Lovely peaceful lake, worth a look if you're in the area. Better in winter I'd imagine.
Written June 22, 2024
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Starseed Magicians
Edmonton, Canada111 contributions
May 2020 • Family
32 kms of turquoise blue water.
Artificial lake. Still saw bubbles in spring.
Dam was off. Not sure if it is at all working.
No reason why was Dam created and if it is still operating.
A tipi telling painful story.
Bighorn is a huge area, beautiful luscious forests and ravines. Great views. Canada s first battalion was formed here.
Great history and a place worth visiting.
Artificial lake. Still saw bubbles in spring.
Dam was off. Not sure if it is at all working.
No reason why was Dam created and if it is still operating.
A tipi telling painful story.
Bighorn is a huge area, beautiful luscious forests and ravines. Great views. Canada s first battalion was formed here.
Great history and a place worth visiting.
Written May 25, 2020
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Faith M
Edmonton, Canada18 contributions
Aug 2022
A gorgeous turquois coloured lake in the Alberta Rocky Mountains. So many hiking possibilities and sightseeing. Also several campgrounds in the area as well as random camping (buy you online permit for random camping / boondocking)
Written October 2, 2022
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Ammy S
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Oct 2024 • Family
My visit to Lake Abraham was truly memorable. It’s a perfect getaway for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life. I highly recommend it to anyone seeking tranquility and natural beauty. I can’t wait to return!
Written October 5, 2024
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Tom D
Calgary, Canada238 contributions
Jan 2019 • Friends
Abraham lake is about 85 minutes west of Rocky Mtn House, Alberta, towards the mountains and the national parks. A bus and a van of Asian tourists came from the lodges in the parks, we stayed in Rocky.
In January, the ice is largely clear of ice by the howling winds that funnel out of the mountains—thos exposes millions of methane gas bubbles which build little bubble totems in the ice. The ice is fractured by the lowereing of the water level in this reservoir creating a crazy elaborate pattern of bubbles and fractures that form Modern Art in the ice. We went there to photograph them and were not alone!
Best locales are Hoodo Creek, Windy Point, and Preachers Point. NOT well marked or signed, use GPS and google map to find them, Alberta Tourism has dropped the ball on this matter.
Also Zero facilities here, not even a pit toilet. No cafes near, not even a picnic table, and the parking is random. Come self sufficient and expect to spend from Dawn to afternoon photographing the ice and stunning mountain views
Critically important must have: ice walker studded grippers for your boots( Yaktraxs)..
In January, the ice is largely clear of ice by the howling winds that funnel out of the mountains—thos exposes millions of methane gas bubbles which build little bubble totems in the ice. The ice is fractured by the lowereing of the water level in this reservoir creating a crazy elaborate pattern of bubbles and fractures that form Modern Art in the ice. We went there to photograph them and were not alone!
Best locales are Hoodo Creek, Windy Point, and Preachers Point. NOT well marked or signed, use GPS and google map to find them, Alberta Tourism has dropped the ball on this matter.
Also Zero facilities here, not even a pit toilet. No cafes near, not even a picnic table, and the parking is random. Come self sufficient and expect to spend from Dawn to afternoon photographing the ice and stunning mountain views
Critically important must have: ice walker studded grippers for your boots( Yaktraxs)..
Written January 20, 2019
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We plan to visit in February to see the frozen lake. We are driving from Calgary . Is there a town close by to grab lunch ?
Written January 31, 2022
HOW were the roads at this time? I will be coming from 100 mile house via Jasper. Thank you.
Written January 25, 2019
The is not much snow around the lake and the roads were dry and bare. However. The road from Jasper to Sask. River Crossing is often snowy, but they keep it well ploughed. No idea how the roads are farther west, #5 or the Yellowhead. Check DriveBC website.
Written January 27, 2019
Hi there, was the lake already frozen and were you able to see the frozen bubbles? Thx!
Written November 22, 2018
I was there in the summer, but in the winter you can see the bubbles.
Written December 26, 2018
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