Slave Lake Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
town in Alberta, Canada
About Slave Lake
The administrative office for the Sawridge First Nation Reserve is also in the town. The area of the present-day Town of Slave Lake was discovered by Europeans when David Thompson visited the area in 1799. Following his brief visit, several fur trading posts were established around Slave Lake, with a Hudson's Bay Company post established at the mouth of the lake. The first community, called Sawridge, was renamed Slave Lake in 1923. It was wiped out by a flood in the 1930s, and was moved to its current location. In 2011, large parts of the town were affected by wildfires in the area. Winds pushed the flames into the town and destroyed many houses and businesses. Mandatory evacuation orders were issued, but with highways being closed, residents were urged to make their way to beaches, large
Top Attractions in Slave Lake
Explore the best things to see and do in Slave Lake:
- ★Boreal Centre for Bird Conservation
Where to Eat in Slave Lake
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴Alimo's Pizzeria
- 🍴Toniroz Grill & Restaurant
Where to Stay in Slave Lake
- 🏨Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites
- 🏨Lakeview Inns & Suites
- 🏨Slave Lake Inn and Conference Centre
Slave Lake Travel Guide Sections
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