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EXPLORING THE KNEEHILL REGION
Visitors to the Kneehill region can enjoy a wide range of activities that highlight the region’s natural beauty, cultural heritage, and sporting opportunities.
Outdoor enthusiasts can explore Kneehill region’s stunning Horseshoe Canyon, which offers scenic hiking trails and breathtaking views, or enjoy nature walks, bird watching, and photography. Sporting visitors will find plenty to do with hiking and biking trails, fishing, kayaking, and canoeing in nearby lakes and rivers. The Kneehill region also has sports fields for baseball, soccer, and other team sports, as well as opportunities for horseback riding and winter activities like cross-country skiing and snowshoeing.
The quaint towns and villages, including Three Hills, Trochu, Acme, Carbon and Linden, invite guests to enjoy local shops, cafes, and cultural landmarks. With options for cycling, water recreation, agricultural tours, and more, the Kneehill region is an ideal destination for those seeking a mix of outdoor adventure, history, and local culture.
EXPLORE KNEEHILL
OUR COMMUNITIES
Village of Acme
Acme, Alberta is a charming village known for its strong community spirit and agricultural heritage The village offers a friendly atmosphere, local amenities such as a community centre, outdoor skating rink, outdoor swimming pool, campground, playgrounds, and a beautiful golf course Visitors can enjoy walking, cycling, and birdwatching on the nearby trails, while the surrounding rural landscape provides opportunities for photography and enjoying the natural beauty.
www.acme.ca
Village of Carbon
Nestled in the valley, this picturesque village offers a safe community for families To compliment the K-9 school, recreational facilities include an outdoor swimming pool, outdoor skating rink, curling rink, and walking trails The two campgrounds and historical/cultural centre attracts return visitors.
www villageofcarbon com
Kneehill County
Located in Central Alberta, Kneehill County is a rural municipality with various unique attractions The Towns of Three Hills and Trochu, and the Villages of Acme, Carbon, and Linden are located within the Kneehill County boundaries, along with the Hamlets of Torrington, Huxley, Swalwell and Wimborne. The County has several campgrounds and popular destinations such as Horseshoe Canyon, Kirk’s Alpacas, Good Knights Medieval Encampment and many year round activities www.kneehillcounty.com
Village of Linden
Linden, Alberta, is a picturesque village offering a peaceful rural escape with beautiful landscapes Ideal for outdoor enthusiasts, it provides hiking, cycling, birdwatching, and fishing in nearby lakes and rivers. With a rich agricultural heritage, visitors can explore farm tours, local markets, and sustainable farming practices Linden also hosts community events and festivals, offering a chance to experience local culture and traditional rural celebrations www.linden.ca
Town of Three Hills
The Town of Three Hills has a rich tradition of community hospitality that stretches back many years. Its downtown area offers a wide range of shopping and dining conveniences, as well as essential services and financial institutions The town boasts seven parks and more than four kilometers of walking trails, providing ample green spaces for residents and visitors to enjoy In addition to its natural beauty, Three Hills offers top-notch recreational facilities, vibrant arts organizations, and numerous service groups, all of which contribute to the town's exceptional quality of life www.threehills.ca
Town of Trochu
The heart of Trochu makes this gem of a town an incredible place to live! You’ll be hard pressed to find a place jam packed with more community spirit than Trochu Trochu offers small town benefits with all the essential services one needs - great recreation facilities, a full K-12 modernized school, a golf course, beautiful green spaces, medical facilities, restaurants, shopping, and much more town.trochu.ab.ca
Acme Swimming Pool
Open mid-May through August 7 days a week, the Acme Outdoor Swimming Pool offers swimming lessons, recreational public swim, and private rentals. Follow “Acme Swimming Pool” on Facebook for updates and their monthly schedules
219 Allison Street
403-546-3017
acme ca/acmeswim@gmail com
Carbon Centennial Pool
Open May to September long weekend this outdoor swimming pool offers swimming lessons, aqua size and can be rented for group parties
237 Caradoc Ave 403-572-0006
carbon.village@gmail.ca villageofcarbon.ca
Three Hills Aquatic Centre
Rob Naylor Splash Park
his supervised wading pool and lash park is a great way for parents d tots to spend a sunny afternoon! 21 4th Avenue NE 03-443-2116 reehills ca/p/splashpark
Trochu Outdoor Pool & Splash Park
Open May through September The outdoor swimming pool is complete with free splash park
401 School Road 403-442-4222
utilities@town trochu ca town trochu ab ca
Have fun, get fit, learn to swim or spend the day with family The aquatic centre boasts a waterslide hot tub wading pool, fitness room, party room and special occasion rentals
221 4th Avenue NE
Schedule: 403-443-2221
Office: 403-443-2133 pool@threehills.ca
Three Hills Aquatic Centre
Timeless Moments at Every Tee
Acme Golf Course
Established in 1968, this course includes nine holes, cart rentals, a licensed club house, driving range, practice greens, outdoor patio, catered tournaments, and an outdoor BBQ area
403-546-4020
14005 Redfield Drive www acmegolfclub com
Trochu Golf & Country Club
Trochu’s 9-hole golf course is fashioned around a creek which meanders through a natural coulee with uphill and downhill lies, challenging golfers on several fairways A licensed clubhouse and fully serviced campsites makes this facility a great place to host a tournament or large family event
403-442-2747
103 Devilder Ave www trochugolf com
Three Hills Golf Club
Three Hills Creek is a perfect setting for one of the finest nine hole golf courses in central Alberta Cart rentals, driving range, and a licensed club house are available to golfers
403-443-5065
South on Range Road 242 from Hwy 583
threehillsgolfclub.ca
Anderson Dam
Anderson Dam is a great place to visit for an afternoon of relaxation of fishing and berry picking in season ACA annually stocks this pond with trout, typically before the May long weekend The site is easy to find: from Drumheller, take Highway 9 W for 13 km. Access is on the N side of the highway, opposite RR 211.
Red Deer River
The Red Deer River runs over 700 km through central Alberta and into Saskatchewan The variety in the landscape means the fish population changes depending on where you are in the river The prairie to badlands section of the river has warmer, slower waters and is home to a variety of species and larger fish
Kraft Pond
From Wimborne, travel south on Highway 805, turn west on Twp Rd 334, then turn north on RR 263 The pond is on the west side of the road ACA annually stocks this pond with trout, typically before the May long weekend
Frank Fooks Memorial Park & Campground
291 Walsh Ave 403-546-3783
clerk@acme.ca
acme.ca/acme-campground
Open May through September
CAMPING adventure
Carbon Campground
Main & East Campgrounds
403-572-3244
carbon.village@gmail.com
villageofcarbon com
Open May 1st to Thanksgiving
Central Ave & 5th Street
403-546-3888
clerk@linden ca | linden ca
Open May through October
Braconnier Dam Campground
South of Three Hills on Hwy 21
403-443-5541
www kneehillcounty com
Open May through September
Keiver’s Lake Campground
Located 1 mile south of Hwy 583 on Range Road 26-0
403-443-0380
www kneehillcounty com
Open May through September East Coulee Campground
Horseshoe Canyon Campground
Twp Rd 284 & Hwy 9
403-856-8107
www.horseshoecanyon.ca
Open year-round
Keiver's Lake Campground
Swalwell Campground
SW of the Hamlet of Swalwell
403-443-5541
www kneehillcounty com
Open May through September
Torrington Village Campground
101 Park Avenue
403-443-0380
Open May through September
Three Hills Campground
1401 2nd Street NE (Hwy 583) on the east side of town
403-443-5822
threehills ca/campground
Open year-round
Three Hills Golf Club & Campground
South on RR 242 from Hwy 583
403-443-5065
threehillsgolfclub@gmail.com
Open seasonally
Trochu Municipal Campground
235 Elevator Rd
403-442-3061
403-304-7554 (cell)
Open April through October
Trochu Golf & Country Club Campground
101 Devilder Avenue
403-442-2747
www trochugolf com tgccamping@gmail com
Open April through October
Keiver's Lake Campground
COMMUNITY COMMUNITY CENTRES CENTRES
AcmeCommunityCentre
Featuringamainauditorium,kitchenwithbar, twosinglemeetingroomswhichcanbe openedintoonelargemeetingroom,each availabletorentseparatelyorasagroup The mainauditoriumincludesalargestagearea, soundsystem,retractablescreen,anddance floorperfectforalltypesofevents.
139AllisonStreet403-546-3783 www.acme.ca hallbookingonlinecom/acme
CarbonCommunityCentre
Features a large main hall, west wing and east wing A professional kitchen, washroom, stage, and an audio/video systemisavailable.
718GlengarryStreet 403-572-3244 villageofcarboncom
LindenCommunityCentre
TheLindenCommunityCentrefeatures arenovatedlargemainhall,stage, washrooms,kitchenforprep,serving window,andretractablescreen
2151stStreetSE 403-546-3888 clerk@linden.ca|linden.ca
Kneehill County Community Halls
Hesketh Community Hall 403-572-3554
Huxley Community Hall 403-350-2616
Orkney Community Hall 403-823-0764
Sunnyslope Community Hall 403-797-9749
Swalwell Community Hall 403-443-8303
Three Hills Rural Community Centre 403-443-7770
Torrington Community Centre 403-969-6932
Wimborne Community Centre 403-396-4295
ThreeHillsCommunity Centre
A great facility to host conferences, weddings, and social events Three distinctly different rooms allow for great flexibility in the use of the building. Tables, chairs, plate settings, &cutleryareincludedwithallrentals 212MainStreet 403-443-5822 facilityrentals@threehills.ca threehillsca/conferencefacilities
TrochuCommunityCentre
The main hall is large and versatile with an attached full commercial kitchen, walk-in cooler, and bar area. The hall has a full basement with a meeting room equipped with a Smart Board, a pottery room, dance studio andfull-sizegunrange 215NorthfieldRoad 403-442-2774 trochuhall.weebly.com
Acme Outdoor Skating Rink
AcmeOutdoorSkatingRink
LocatedbytheAcmeCommunityCentreandAcmeCurlingRink, thespaceofferstwoheateddressingroomswithwashrooms.A placeforallagestoskateandenjoythefreshair Itcanalsobeused inthesummerforstreethockeyandotheroutdooractivities. 117AllisonStreet|acme.ca/acme-skating-rink
Carbon Outdoor Skating Rink
CarbonOutdoorSkatingRink
403-572-3244|villageofcarbon.com
Linden
LindenOutdoorSkatingRink
LocatedbesidetheLindenCommunityCentre&Dr.ElliottSchool Seasonal. Theoutdoorskatingrinkprovidesanopportunityfor youngandoldtogettheir“skateon” Nochargetoskate linden.ca
Three Hills
CentennialPlaceArena
Featuresa200x85icesurface,fivedressingrooms,concession, heatedspectatorseating,meetingandconferencerooms Seasonalstateoftheartrecreationfacility. 2023AveNE|403-443-5822|threehills.ca
Trochu
TrochuArena
Seasonal Fullyfunctioningarena,equippedwithconcession dressingrooms,andplentyofroomforspectators.
407RoyalWay|403-442-4266|townoftrochu.ab.ca
Acme Curling Rink
OpenNovemberthroughMarch.TheAcmeCurlingRinkhasa Men’sLeague,Mixed/LadiesLeague,andStickLeagueforseniors ThereisalsoaJuniorCurlingProgramforkidsagedeightto18 years.
117AllisonStreet|403-546-2616|www.acme.ca
Carbon Ag Society Curling Rink
OpenDecemberthoughMarch Fullkitchenandbar Canbe rentedoff-seasonforAgevents,4Heventsandcommunityevents. 237CaradocAvenue|403-572-3533|www.villageofcarbon.com
Ron Gorr Memorial Arena
LocatedinTorrington,theRonGorrMemorialArenafeaturesthree icesheetsforcurling,fourdressingroomsandconcession 101ParkAve|403-631-2163|mytorrington.ca
Huxley Curling Rink
OpenDecemberthroughMarch Fullkitchenandbar Canbe rentedoff-seasonforAgevents,4-Heventsandcommunity events
205MainStreet|403-572-3533|www.villageofcarbon.com
Three Hills Curling Club
TheCurlingClubfeaturesfoursheetsofice,aswellasMen’s, Mixed,Seniors,LadiesandJuniorLeagues.Instructionisavailable. Thefacilityisfullylicensed 2033AveNE|403-443-5252
Kneehill Historical Museum & Tourist Info Centre
Discover the intriguing history of Three Hills and surrounding Kneehill County. Open mid-May to mid-September, other times on-call.
1301 2 Str NE, Three Hills | 403-443-2092 | President: 403-443-1221 kneehillmuseum.weebly.com
Farmer’s Exchange - Carbon
The Museum highlights an area rich in coal, mining, ranching, and farming Special feature: The 1921 Carbon Murder Mystery display Open May long weekend to September long weekend 414 Caradoc Ave | 403-572-3244 | villageofcarbon.com
The World Famous Gopher Hole Museum
This unique attraction features stuffed gophers staged in creative dioramas. Open June through September. September through June open with reduced hours.
208 1 Str S, Torrington | 403-586-5341 | go4museum@gmail.com worldfamousgopherholemuseum.ca
Trochu & District Museum - Trochu
Displays feature the town’s history from the 1900's French settlers Open May - August, off-season by appointment
315 Arena Road | 403-442-2220 | trochumuseum@gmail.com
BASEBALL
Trochu Ball Diamonds
The 3 ball diamonds with dugouts and bleachers are located near the municipal campgrounds 626 North Road | 403-443-7554
Kneehill County Ball Diamonds
Slow pitch, adult, pee-wee, single diamonds located in Swalwell, Huxley, Torrington, & Keiver’s Lake Open May through September 403-443-5541 | www.kneehillcounty.com
Linden Ball Diamonds
There are two municipal ball diamonds located to the north and west of Dr Elliott School, and one ball diamond located on the school grounds
215 First SE | www.linden.ca
Three Hills Ball Diamonds
Conveniently located next to the Three Hills Campground, there are three separate diamonds with dugouts The concession is open seasonally and features a full-sized stove, fridge, deep-freeze, sink and roller-shade for easy hand out access. 1401 2nd Street NE (Hwy 583)
403-443-5882 | threehills.ca | adminclerk@threehills.ca
Acme Ball Diamonds
There are two baseball diamonds with dugouts and bleachers
There is a concession right behind the backstop of the regulation diamond, which has an announcing booth 117 Allison St | 403-546-3783 | www.acme.ca
Carbon Ball Diamonds
Three ball diamonds - one in the main campground, one in the east campground, and one in the school grounds. Slow pitch, adult, peewee, and tournaments. Washrooms available. 403-572-3244 | www.villageofcarbon.com
DISCOVER
Linden Soccer Fields
The soccer field is located behind Dr Elliott School It is regulation size and can be broken down to smaller fields for younger ages to play. 215 First Street SE 403-546-3888 | linden.ca
Carbon Lion’s Centennial Park
Offers many attractions and events such as Heritage and walking trails, rentals of the park gazebo, outdoor movie nights and winter wonderland during the holiday season 1 Oxford Drive | 403-572-3244 | villageofcarbon.com
Kinsmen Park Tennis Courts & Rink
Features three newly renovated full size tennis courts, pickle balls courts as well as an outdoor skating rink 1st Ave SE & 5th St SE, Three Hills 403-443-5822 | threehills.ca
Centennial Soccer Fields - Three Hills
Centennial Field is a seasonal recreational park that serves as either two soccer pitches or one football field. Concession and washrooms available during regular season game 520 11 Ave NE, Three Hills | 403-443-5822 theehills.ca | recreation@threehills.ca
Carbon Wellness Centre
Reiki, massage therapy, community health & wellness, fitness training, nutrition for wellness and meditation
416 Caradoc Avenue, Carbon 403-857-8074 | shrubbinit@gmail.com
Carbon Ag Society Archery Club & Range
Memberships and club/equipment rentals are available Range officers can provide instructions on any night
237 Caradoc Avenue, Carbon 403-333-9046 | villageofcarbon.com
Hillside Lanes - Three Hills
Hillside Lanes is ideal for birthdays, group functions, parties, and more. Fully air conditioned facility with shoe rentals, computerized graphics scoring and bumper lanes
207 Main St, Three Hills 403-443-2003
Trochu Ag Grounds
Outdoor arena, rodeo and equestrian events
239 North Road, Trochu agsociety@outlook.com | 403-588-5826
Linden Coulee Disc Golf
The course has nine baskets located near the Linden coulee. linden.ca
Rick Down Athletic Centre and Edge Rock Wall
The RDAC exists to facilitate Pilots Athletics, and community recreational events, promoting an environment where personal fitness goals can be achieved and surpassed 403 6th Ave N, Three Hills 403-443-5511 prairie edu | clinton nigh@prairie edu
Acme Heritage Racquet & Squash Club
Access available 24 hours a day with a membership The facility includes racquetball courts, squash and walleyball courts, change rooms, and washrooms The Acme Racquetball club also has a beach volleyball court located at 219 Allison Street behind the Acme Pool for public use.
610 Walsh Ave, North end of Acme school
403-546-3737 | 403-371-8586 www.acme.ca
Genesis Bike & Board Skate
Park - Three Hills
A year-round indoor facility, the Genesis Bike and Board Skate Park is available to anyone who wants to come on Friday nights from 6:30 to 10 Bikers, boarders and scooters all are welcome There is no membership fee, but donations are gladly accepted 6th Ave & 3rd St N, Three Hills 403-425-0007
Anderson Park Three Hills
Carbon Walking Paths
Acme’s Rose Park Playground
Keiver’s Lake Playground
Trochu Walking Paths
Linden Coulee
Horseshoe Canyon
Horseshoe Canyon
Located in the Badlands, the site has hiking, day-use areas with picnic tables, and outhouses. Open May through September. West of Drumheller on Hwy 9
403-443-5541 | kneehillcounty.com
Dry Island Buffalo Jump
This historical site attracts visitors for fishing, birding, canoeing, kayaking, and geocaching Open May through September East of Hwy 21 of TWP Rd 344 | 403-742-7516 albertaparks.ca/dry-island-buffalo-jump
Orkney Lookout
Visitors can stop at the lookout point and take in the stunning vistas of Horsethief Canyon and the Red Deer River in the Canadian Badlands
South on Hwy 837 from Hwy 27
403-443-5541 | kneehillcounty.com
Bleriot Ferry
The last cable-operated ferry in Alberta Once across the ferry, enjoy the scenic drive of the North Dinosaur Trail into Drumheller. 23 km NW of Drumheller on Hwy 583 403-823-1788 | albertaparks.ca/bleriot-ferry
Swalwell Dam
Bigelow Dam
Bigelow Dam is a day use recreational site Bigelow Dam also has picnic sites, and is a great site for bird watching enthusiasts
SW of Huxley on Hwy 587 403-742-7516 | albertaparks.ca/bigelow-reservoir
Open May through September. SW of the Hamlet of Swalwell www.kneehillcounty.com
Kirk’s Alpacas
Kirk’s currently have over 110 alpacas that people can enjoy while walking in the pasture and feeding Bookings are required 1.3 km north on RR 225, off Hwy 583 403-412-9166 | kirksalpacafarm.ca
Trochu - World’s Largest Golf Tee
T really is for Trochu! The World’s Largest T is sitting proudly among the beautiful landscape right along Hwy 21 101 Devilder Ave
403-442-2747 | town.trochu.ab.ca
Trochu Arboretum and Gardens
A nature lover’s dream. Explore the hundreds of varieties of trees, shrubs, perennials, and annuals 622 Northfield Road
403-588-8600 | 403-442-3085 (Winter)
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Orkney Viewpoint
Reviewed July 15, 2019
Review of Orkney Viewpoint - Tripadvisor.com
“Yes, go out of your way to stop here! Owned and operated by Kneehill County, this viewpoint is a must-stop attraction You get a great view of the river (upstream and downstream). We have stopped here many times and will do so again. “
BradD-Tripadvisorcom
AllTrails.com-Easyhike
Horseshoe Canyon
“Agreatnaturalwonder!Justanamazingfeatureto lookatandenjoy.Threeseparateviewingplatforms atthetoprimtolookoutfromYoucaneventake theverylongstaircasetothevalleyfloortocontinue yourexploringBringwaterifitishotLotsofgreat picturestotake.Outdoorbathroomsonsite.Lotsof parking”
“Enjoythis0.6-kmlooptrailnearKneehillCounty,Alberta. GenerallyconsideredaneasyrouteThistrailisgreatfor birding,cross-countryskiing,andrunning,andit'sunlikely you'llencountermanyotherpeoplewhileexploring.The trailisopenyear-roundandisbeautifultovisitanytime Dogsarewelcomebutmustbeonaleash.”
