Things To Do

Local Area Resources For Elk Island Studios Guests

Beautiful Sunrise in Elk Island Park

We Are Your Ideal Location Near Elk Island National Park & Fort Saskatchewan

Elk Island Studios offers convenient access to both local industries and beautiful recreational lakes and parks. Located just 6 km from Elk Island National Park, we are perfectly positioned for park visitors exploring the unique fauna and flora of Alberta’s natural beauty.

Bison cow in Elk Island National Park

Discover Bison, Elk, and the Dark Sky Preserve

  • Elk Island National Park is world-renowned for bison and elk viewing
  • We are close to Beaver Hills Dark Sky Preserve, perfect for stargazing and Northern Lights sightings
  • The Bruderheim area in Lamont County offers excellent year-round recreation: hiking, paddling, cycling, and cross-country skiing
  • Visit Scenic Astotin Lake
Horseride at Ukrainian Cultural Village

Ukrainian Village and Other Local Highlights

  • Ukrainian Cultural Heritage Village

  • Cooking Lake Provincial Park

  • Beaverhill Lake Rangeland & birdwatching areas

  • Redwater Museum

  • The Discover Well

  • 1 Hour drive to the West Edmonton Mall

  • Visit the Vegreville “Pysanka” Egg (the world’s largest Ukrainian egg)
Golf Course National Park

Golf Courses Near Fort Saskatchewan

  • Legends Golf and Country Club

  • Fort In View Golf Course

  • Redwater Community Golf Course

Happy friends in pub

Dining & Relaxation

  • Lily’s Steak & Pizza

  • The Victoria Hotel Bar next door—ideal for post-shift relaxation

  • Yaychi’s Restaurant in Lamont, a favourite for delicious breakfast and lunch items

  • Gondola’s Steak and Pizza in Lamont – fully licensed

  • Ruby’s Chinese Food
  • Back Alley Pub
Team engineers and male technicians inspecting area

Close to Major Employment Hubs

  • Minutes to Shell Scotford

  • Short commute to Fort Saskatchewan industrial sites

  • Easy access to Dow Chemical and other major employers