Wabasca-Desmarais

Located on the narrows between the North and South Wabasca Lakes, Wabasca-Desmarais serves as the governance headquarters for both the Municipal District of Opportunity and Bigstone Cree Nation, as well as for various provincial government area-offices.

As the largest hamlet in the MD of Opportunity, with a population of 3,300 split between MD residents and Bigstone Cree Nation members, Wabasca is a full-service community offering:

  • Hotels
  • Gas
  • RV and Tent Camping
  • Restaurants
  • Groceries
  • Emergency Services
  • Community Hall
  • Recreation Centre
  • Pool
  • Fitness Centre
  • 17,500 sq. ft. Gymnasium and Indoor Track
  • Arena
  • Library
  • Scenic Walking and Bike Paths
  • Horseback Riding
  • ATV and 4x4ing
  • Snowmobiling
  • Boat Launches
  • Lake and river activities such as swimming, kayaking, and tubing
  • Fishing (summer and winter)
  • Wildlife viewing and birding
  • World-class golf at the Eagle Point Golf Course

Numerous outdoor attractions, including:

  • Playgrounds
  • Ball Diamonds
  • Tennis Courts
  • Basketball Courts
  • Spray Park
  • Skate Park
  • Outdoor Rinks

In Wabasca, Opportunity to do more is mapped and found here.