Sturgeon County blends wide-open prairie views, river valley recreation, and quick access to big-city amenities. Commuters appreciate the straightforward drive to Edmonton, while families gravitate to established hamlets, acreages, and newer subdivisions that keep you close to nature and community events. Weekend plans come easy: pop into St. Albert for its renowned farmers’ market, or head east to Fort Saskatchewan for shops, restaurants, and the riverfront trail system.
Outdoor time is a way of life here. Paddle or fish along the Sturgeon River, spot waterfowl at Lois Hole Centennial Provincial Park, and tee off at local courses with prairie-sky sunsets as your backdrop. Aviation buffs look to Villeneuve Airport for airshows and flight training, while equestrians and hobby farmers make the most of rural acreages and ag-focused services supported by the Sturgeon County government.
Education options are strong and varied. Families are served by Sturgeon Public Schools, with additional programming through Catholic and francophone divisions; post-secondary choices in Edmonton put trades, tech, and university degrees within an easy commute. Daily essentials and healthcare are close at hand in hubs like Morinville and St. Albert, and regional highways make weekend escapes straightforward in every direction.
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