where recreation and relaxation meet

Our guests enjoy a host of year-round activities from horseback riding, canoeing, ATV tours, mountain biking, fishing, birdwatching, picnics, barbecues, campfires by the lake, as well as sightseeing trips to local attractions, rodeos and the Rockies. At Lakeview Guest Ranch, you'll never be at a loss for something to do - unless of course, you simply wish to relax and soak up the glorious sunsets.

Special Programs

Lakeview Guest Ranch has put together a number of special programs for our local and international visitors. During the shoulder season, we offer business retreats for small groups, painting courses in acrylics and watercolors, and German language courses. Please call or email to confirm availability and scheduling.

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ATV Day Tour Adventure

This is your invitation to join us for a whole day of fun from the seat of an All Terrain Vehicle. When you never tried ATV’ing before, you owe it to yourself, to give it a try. Or, you already love ATV’ing and looking for a new adventure, than these tours are right for you, as well. We don’t offer “Pony go around” rides, rather explorations into the Wilderness of the Pembina River Valley or Klondike Trail area. Experienced guides lead the way, setting the pace conductive to all riders to join in the fun. Wildlife encounters on the trail are frequent and can include bear, deer, eagles, owls and more. Treat yourself to a complete day of fun, including an outdoor Pick-Nick Lunch and evening dinner at the Ranch. Both day tours have been exclusively featured in an episode of the US TV show “Fisher’s ATV World” in 2007.

Rate per person – per ATV for either of the two tour options……………..$ 250.oo

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14 Day Alberta Special
All Inclusive – May to September
Designed for individuals with extra expectations. Experience the real Alberta with a true country experience. At Lakeview Guest Ranch, you will try new things, taste new meals, discover special locations, challenge yourself, and make a connection with Canadians and their country. Soak up the local knowledge and enjoy all the activities and amenities the ranch has to offer, as well as numerous tours we have planned. We can even arrange for you to take in some golfing, fishing or hunting during your stay. Upon request, we offer a customized vacation package. Package highlights include.

• Comfortable accommodation
  (based on double occupancy, guest room with private
  washroom and shower)
• All meals, daily drinks and snacks.
• Hearty meals, featuring once per week specialties like Elk or Bison meats.
• Activities like horseback riding or ATV tours.
• Complimentary use of canoe, mountain bikes.
• Sightseeing day trip to West Edmonton Mall and historic Fort Edmonton Park.
• Sightseeing day trip to local Rodeo or livestock auction or area tour.
• Sightseeing tour to local attractions, featuring information on on history, culture and more.
• Camp fires and barbecue.
• Airport transfer ( Edmonton )

Rate per person $2995

Please note: On tour days are entry ticket fees and meals exclusive.
Tours by Lakeview Guest Ranch Minivan with panorama windows and air conditioning.




Ranch Experience Stay
May to September
Young adults can experience life on a cattle ranch for a period of one to three months. Prices based on single occupancy. e-mail for pricing information

Please call or email for details. Space is limited, so it is recommended that you book at least six months in advance.

River Canoe Trip and Ranch Stay
Experience the wild rivers of Alberta
Rivers were the highways into the northern wilderness for the voyageurs and fur traders 200 years ago. You follow their trails during a 5-day guided canoe trip on the Athabasca river. A completely outfitted excursion with lots of fun and thrills yet doable for beginners. You camp on islands, cook on the open fire, live close to nature. Ranchers and Settlers followed the pioneers into the west. On a peaceful guest ranch you experience the typical working day on a family run cattle operation. You can help the ranchers with their chores, relax and unwind, go swimming in the lake, ride your horse and drive your quad through the hills.

Day 1:   Edmonton - Arrive in Edmonton, transfer to your hotel (Royal Executive Inn West).

Day 2:   Canoe Training – Breakfast in the hotel and a 3-hour drive into the Rocky Mountain foothills. After camp is set up you get ready for the canoe training on a quiet lake. You learn the basic paddle strokes, emergency procedures and signals. You receive advise regarding camping in the wilderness, personal equipment and work sharing of the crews. There is opportunity for last minute shopping before getting on the river. No experience is necessary for the canoe tour. The river is not dangerous, even for the beginner; but the current, numerous rapids, and gravel bars demand constant vigilance. Experienced canoeists find plenty of challenge in this wilderness setting. Safety and comfort are the primary concerns of the guide.

Days 3 to 5:      On The River - Not needed luggage may stay safely with the bus. For the next three nights you pitch your tent on sandy islands or comfortable spots along the shore. Your paddling speed depends a lot on the water level. The glacier fed Athabasca River is full of power in the early season, clear and quiet in the fall when the snows in the mountains stop melting. The forested river valley is uninhabited. You have excellent chances to spot wild geese, beavers, eagles, elk, bear and moose. Five or six hours daily are spent on the river, at times leisurely drifting downstream, alert to the next rapid or obstacle. There is time for swimming, exploring, fishing and big campfires under the northern lights.
It is actually easy and satisfying to keep a clean camp. Minimum impact means that your group spends an afternoon and the night camping, cooking and playing on some island, not "improving" nature in any way, leaving no trace but footprints in the sand - which the next rain washes away.

Day 6:   Guest Ranch – Near the town of Whitecourt, first human settlement since your 160 km (100 mi) on the river the tour comes to an end this afternoon. The bus is waiting for the one hour drive to your next adventure. Farewell canoe guide - Hello Ranch.
The spacious ranch house accommodates up to eight guests in comfortable new guestrooms with either separate or shared washrooms. The large living room features satellite TV, stereo, a wood burning stove, books, puzzles and board games and a view of the lakefront. The veranda is ideal for sunbathing, reading or just plain relaxing. Before dinner is served you have time to familiarize yourself with the layout of this working cattle ranch, your home and playground for the next few days.

Days 7 and 8:    Guest Ranch – The rolling hills, bordered by picturesque Michaud Lake, forests and lush pasture are paradise for horses and riders. But you don’t have to be a cowboy to fully enjoy western country life. The modern family farm features a unique combination of activities and peaceful tranquility. Your stay includes your choice of either two guided ATV tours (4-wheeled motorcycles also called quads), or trailrides western style as well as mountain biking, bird watching, barbecues as well as fishing, swimming and boating on the lake. Of course help on a ranch is always appreciated, from moving animals to different pastures, checking on the calves or grooming the horses. Ask zour hosts to take you 20 km to Sangudo, the nearest settlement, with it’s Pioneer Museum, 1960 soda shop and store for western wear. Local rodeos on some weekends are an extra bonus. You are never at a loss for something to do - unless you simply wish to relax and soak up the glorious sunsets.

Day 9:   After a hearty ranch breakfast transfer to the Edmonton airport.

Included:          Airport transfers, 1 night hotel accommodation (twin), 4 nights accommodation in 2-person tents, 3 nights accommodation on the ranch (twin), welcome gift, all meals from lunch on day 1 to breakfast day 9, all camping equipment (except sleeping bag), hard-foam mattress, camping fees, 2-pers. canoes, paddles, life vest, 30 litre canoe bag, instructions and guide during the canoe trip.
On the guest ranch two 2–hour horseback rides or ATV trips with expert instructions, use of canoe and mountain bikes, option to pitch in on ranch chores, one trip for local sightseeing or shopping.

Not included:   alcoholic beverages, personal equipment.

Single:             $180.00 extra for single hotel and guest ranch and tent.