Smoky Lake County enjoys access to numerous lakes, and the North Saskatchewan River, each which are perfect for paddling adventures, boating, and water-based recreation.
River Access Locations/Descriptions
- Waskatenau Bridge Access (Hwy 831/Former Ferry Site): Undeveloped access, relatively easy
- Warspite Access (Former Ferry Site): Undeveloped access, relatively easy
- Metis Crossing Access: Undeveloped access, very easy
- Victoria/Pakan Boat Launch (Former Ferry Site): Improved Emergency Boat Launch installed, sometimes silted-in, relatively easy regardless
- Fort White Earth Access: Undeveloped, moderately difficult/steep
- Shandro Bridge (Hwy 857): Undeveloped access, extremely difficult
- Desjarlais Boat Launch (Former Ferry Crossing): Improved Emergency Boat Launch, relatively easy
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