In very early May, we drove up to Wakomao Lake, just east of Clyde. Access to the south end of the lake can be gained off Highway 18, about 20m to the west of the bridge and Whissell's Castle (you'll know it when you see it...). Parking is DIY. I parked on the south ditch and carried across the road; you can also drop down the steeper slope on the north ditch and park right beside the lake.
Saturday, July 5, 2025
Wakomao Lake
Saturday, June 28, 2025
Mayatan Lake
In late April, we had our first hot day and so we headed out to Mayatan Lake. The lake was open and deserted. The launch was easy but there was a bit of slime at the entry (had to scrub it off of the boats when we got home) so we made sure to get in dry footed.
Saturday, June 21, 2025
Lacombe Lake
In late April, I stopped at Lacombe Lake on the way back from Calgary. I use the public boat launch off Township Road 402 in the NE corner of the lake.
Saturday, June 14, 2025
Elizabeth Lake
In late April, I stopped in Lacombe to try and get on Elizabeth Lake. I'd previously paddled nearby Barnett Lake and Elizabeth was similar. Access is DIY and I've flagged four options below, none of which are very good.
Saturday, June 7, 2025
Muir Lake
As usual, Muir Lake was the first local lake open, this year in mid-April. Likely that reflects the winter aeration and the consequently thinner ice.