SNOWMOBILING IN LA cRETE Beautiful northern lights The scenery and trails around La Crete are spectacular
SUPERB SCENERY: “When you are snowmobiling out here, you can enjoy wilderness trails, beautiful countryside and wildlife—and there are a few lakes that you can access that are ideal for fishing.” — Brent Holick, an avid snowmobiler and president of the La Crete Polar Cats
La Crete is in an area that is known for its first-rate snowmobiling conditions. Plus, with 290 kilometres of groomed trails, you can spend an entire weekend having some fun at this small northern Alberta community.
“The scenery is absolutely fantastic,” said Brent Holick, president of the La Crete Polar Cats.
An excellent trail system
One of the most interesting features about the La Crete Polar Cats’ trail system is its cabin that sits at the top of a large hill. Holick said the cabin is ideal for an overnight stay and all that a person needs to bring is a sleeping bag and some food.
“This is a great place to stay and it provides a great vantage point to see the northern lights,” said Holick. “The northern lights are really something—everybody needs to see them.”
A snowmobile-friendly town
One thing that makes snowmobiling so enjoyable in La Crete is that it is truly a snowmobile-friendly community. Holick said that the snowmobile club has been named one of the best service clubs in La Crete.
La Crete | The essentials
Annual snowfall: 150 cm Average winter temp: -13º C Sledding season: Dec.-April Trails: 290 km of groomed trails Info: La Crete Chamber of Commerce (780) 928-2278 Local dealers: Tuff-line Power Sports (Polaris) (780) 928-2278
Where to stay
Pomeroy Group
How does a complimentary cup of hot chocolate, a hot tub and a fireplace in your room to warm up next to after a full day of snowmobiling on the snowy and mountainous terrain of Northern Alberta's and British Columbia's wilderness sound to you?
At Pomeroy Group Hotels, we are committed to fulfilling your hospitality needs by offering you to finest in-room accommodations and services. We offer the best in relaxation, featuring comfortable beds and the finest quality pillows, sheets and towels. In addition to our outstanding comfort, we offer larger-than-standard suites, a deluxe continental breakfast, indoor pool, waterslide, fitness and business centres and complimentary high-speed Internet access in every room for your convenience.
Pomeroy Group is a leader in the hospitality sector and owns a portfolio of marquee hotel labels such as Holiday Inn, Best Western, Ramada, Super 8 and our very own hotel brand, Pomeroy Inn & Suites.
You can find us in the following towns in B.C. and Alberta:
• Chetwynd, B.C.
• Fort St. John, B.C.
• Dawson Creek, B.C.
• Fort Nelson, B.C.
• Grand Prairie, AB
• Dixonville, AB
• High Level, AB
• High Prairie, AB
• Slave Lake, AB
• Whitecourt, AB
Pomeroy Group
10070 - 117 Ave
Grande Prairie, AB
T8V 7S4
Toll Free Phone: 877-814-5295
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La Crete | Local Events
March 4>ASA Jamboree
Hosted by the Watt Mountain Wanderers snowmobile club in High Level, one of the group rides at this huge event will travel on the La Crete trail system.
Contact: Barry Toker (780) 926-1875