Riverlot 56

About Riverlot 56

{"summary":"Riverlot 56 Natural Area protects a diverse 108-hectare natural oasis along the Sturgeon River, featuring ecosystems ranging from upland aspen forests to open meadows to riparian aquatic plant communities. The area has been maintained for outdoor education and nature-based recreation since 1973.","ecosystems":"Parkland Natural Region, Central Parkland Subregion. Features upland aspen woodlands, open and large meadows, stream bed aquatic plant communities, willow and cattail patches along riverbanks","significance":"Historic river lot from the original settlement of St. Albert in the 1900s. Protected through grassroots conservation efforts beginning in 1973. Serves as important outdoor education and recreation area for St. Albert community. One of the few natural areas where hunting is prohibited.","wildlife":"Many bird species, muskrat, beaver, deer, and moose. Important riparian habitat along Sturgeon River","features":"Approximately 8 km of groomed cross-country ski trails, self-guided interpretive walking trail, diverse riparian ecosystems, Sturgeon River corridor"}