Barrhead Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
town in Alberta, Canada
About Barrhead
Barrhead stretches along the Paddle River and at the intersection of Highway 33 (Grizzly Trail) and Highway 18. It is also on the route of the Express Trail, used by the North West Company. During the late 19th century and the early 20th century, Barrhead played an important role in the settlement of northwest Alberta. Highway 33, known as the Grizzly Trail, follows the original Klondike Trail, which was the shortest route to the Yukon during the Gold Rush years. Once established, this route was key to the settlement of the Peace River region. The old Barrhead town site, 3 km north of the present Town Centre, was a frequent stop over for the few Klondikers and others who needed supplies for the rigorous journey north. Established in 1906, Barrhead's position as a major trade centre on the
Top Attractions in Barrhead
Explore the best things to see and do in Barrhead:
- ★Barrhead Centennial Museum
- ★Barrhead Golf & Country Club
- ★Fort Assiniboine National Historic Site
- ★Fort Assiniboine Sandhills Wildland Provincial Park
- ★Klondyke Ferry
- ★Paddle River Golf Course & Country Club
- ★Thunder Lake Provincial Park
Where to Eat in Barrhead
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴All Greek
- 🍴Leals & Teals Steakhouse
- 🍴Piccola Italia
- 🍴Ramzi's Burger & 2 for 1 Pizza
- 🍴Reids Kitchen
Where to Stay in Barrhead
- 🏨Barrhead Neighbourhood Inn
- 🏨Mortons Bed & Breakfast
- 🏨Red Baron Inn
- 🏨Sunset Cove Motel
- 🏨The Barrhead Inn & Suites
Barrhead Travel Guide Sections
Our comprehensive guide covers 11 sections including: