Welcome fellow Explorers.

At Explore Strathcona County, we’re proud to share the very best of Sherwood Park, Fort Saskatchewan, and rural Strathcona County. This site is created by locals - for locals, and for anyone curious about our vibrant corner of Alberta, located just east of Edmonton. Whether you're looking to discover scenic trails, uncover hidden gems, learn a few fun facts, or support local businesses and organizations, you're in the right place.

Let’s explore together!

A few of our favourite things this summer...

Dog-Friendly Patios

Your guide to places that we love that love our dogs, too.

Paws Welcome Here

Greens and Fairways

Fore! Your guide to local golf courses and driving ranges.

Hit the Links

Campgrounds

Explore the best spots to sleep under the stars.

Nature is Calling

Splash Parks

Because air conditioning won't make your kids giggle.

Cool Off

Regional Communities

Sherwood Park - Strathcona County - Fort Saskatchewan

  • Sherwood Park - Alberta's fifth largest urban centre. It enjoys the unique distinction of being a "specialized municipality". Over 75,000 people make their home in Sherwood Park and the community continues to grow annually. READ MORE.
  • Hamlets in the County - explore the rural areas around Strathcona County, including: Josephburg; Ardrossan; South Cooking Lake; North Cooking Lake; Antler Lake; Collingwood Cove; Half Moon Lake; and Hastings Lake. Strathcona County is more than just Sherwood Park, the total population is almost 100,000 people. READ MORE.
  • The City of Fort Saskatchewan - home to about 30,000 people, located on the banks of the North Saskatchewan river, about 20 minutes from the City of Edmonton. It is a small but fast growing city, almost entirely surrounded by rural Strathcona County, and bordered by Sturgeon County on the other side of the river.  READ MORE.

Featured Organizations

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fountain in a park
Photo courtesy of Macri Photography
Fort Saskatchewan Train Station
Fort Saskatchewan Train Station
Photo courtesy Macri Photography.
Photo courtesy Macri Photography.
Northern Lights over the river
Photos courtesy nicktaylorphotography.ca.
Northern Lights over river in the winter
West River's Edge, Fort Saskatchewan.
Pavilion with northern Lights winter
Pavilion at West Rivers Edge Fort Saskatchewan.

All photos are copyright @explorestrathconacounty.com or have been used with permission. Our heartfelt thanks to Nick Taylor Landscape Photography and Macri Photography for the stunning images you've shared with us.

Our gratitude to our volunteer Content Creators: Jennifer Hillmer, Hillmer Design & Creative; and Vicki Marleau, Shy Mama Design . If you have ideas for great content or have a story to pitch, please reach out: explorestrathconacounty@gmail.com