Descrição
Elk Island National Park consists of a mixture of lakes (of which Astotin Lake is the largest), aspen parkland and boreal forest. Covering an area of 75 square miles (194 sq km) it is one of the smallest national parks in Canada. This pristine park is renowned for its diverse wildlife with animals like Wood Bison (particularly active from July to August), Moose and Elk and over 250 bird species.
American White Pelican are known to breed on islands in Astotin Lake. The lake is also a good spot for viewing Barrow's Goldeneye, Red-necked Grebe as well as Western Grebe. Paved paths run along parts of the lakeshore. Typical ducks are common as well as warblers and other passerine birds of the area within the forested areas.
Detalhes
Acesso
Elk Island National Park is located just southeast of the central point in Alberta, a 35-minute drive east of Edmonton. Elk Island National Park’s main entrance, the south gate, is located approximately 48km from Edmonton’s city centre, via Highway 16 East (Yellowhead Highway). The park is open year-round. Admission fee is $ 9 (2024). A car park is available free of charge once inside Elk Island National Park. Paved roads traverse the national park. Click on a P in the map for directions to a car park.
Terreno e Habitat
Floresta , Terras húmidas , Campina , Árvores e arbustos dispersos , Pequeno lago , Lago , Praia , Desfiladeiro/precipícioCondições
Montanhoso , Montanhoso , Rochoso , Pantanoso , ArenosoCaminho circular
Simé útil um telescópio?
Pode ser útilBoa temporada de observação de aves
Primavera , OutonoMelhor hora para visitar
PrimaveraRota
Estrada pavimentada , Estrada não pavimentadaCaminho dificil
Caminhada médiaAcessível por
PéAbrigo/plataforma deobservação de aves
NãoLigações
- Elk Island NP--Astotin Lake--Sandy Beach & Campground - eBird Hotspot
- Elk Island National Park Wikipedia Page
- Parks Canada Elk Island Page


