Lac la Biche (Alberta)


Lac la Biche is a large lake in north-central Alberta, Canada. It is located along the Northern Woods and Water Route, 95 km east of Athabasca. Lac la Biche has a total area of, including islands area.

Etymology

The indigenous peoples of the area referred to the lake as Elk Lake. Since the lake shares its name with the town, locals often use the redundant name "Lac la Biche Lake".

Hydrography

flows into the lake, and its waters are drained through the La Biche River and into the Athabasca River, placing it in the basin that flows to the Arctic Ocean. Just to the south is Beaver Lake which drains into Hudson Bay.

Settlements

The former town and population centre of Lac La Biche is located on the southern shore of the lake. The communities of Plamondon, Barnegat and Owl River are also located around Lac la Biche.

Recreation

is located on an island of the lake.