Bittern Lake facts for kids
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Bittern Lake
Rosenroll (1904–1911)
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Village
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| Village of Bittern Lake | ||
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 Bittern Lake
Location in Alberta
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| Country | Canada | |
| Province | Alberta | |
| Region | Central Alberta | |
| Census division | 10 | |
| Municipal district | Camrose County | |
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| • Village | November 21, 1904 (as Rosenroll) | |
| • Name change | December 16, 1911 | |
| Area
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| • Land | 6.57 km2 (2.54 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 862 m (2,828 ft) | |
| Population
(2021)
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| • Total | 216 | |
| • Density | 32.9/km2 (85/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC−7 (MST) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−6 (MDT) | |
| Highways | Highway 13 | |
| Waterway | Bittern Lake | |
Bittern Lake, originally named Rosenroll, is a small village in central Alberta, Canada. It is located between the towns of Camrose and Wetaskiwin, right on Highway 13. The first post office in the area opened in 1899. The village was known as Rosenroll from 1904 to 1911. Its current name, Bittern Lake, comes from the Cree Indigenous people who lived nearby, because of the bittern birds found near the lake.
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About Bittern Lake Village
The village of Bittern Lake is a quiet community in Alberta. It was first established as a village on November 21, 1904, under the name Rosenroll. Later, on December 16, 1911, its name was officially changed to Bittern Lake.
The Lake Itself
The actual Bittern Lake is a unique natural feature. You can't reach it directly by road. It is not recommended for boating or fishing. This is because its waters have a lot of alkali and are quite shallow. However, local people enjoy walking on the scenic trails around the lake. It is also a great spot for watching the many different native birds that build their nests there. For shopping, the nearest larger town is Camrose, Alberta.
Population and Community
Bittern Lake is a small community. Its population changes slightly over the years.
How Many People Live Here?
According to the 2021 Census, the Village of Bittern Lake had a population of 216 people. These residents lived in 83 homes. This was a small decrease from its population of 220 people in 2016.
The village covers a land area of 6.57 square kilometers (about 2.54 square miles). This means there were about 32.9 people living in each square kilometer in 2021.
Population in Past Years
In the 2016 Census, Bittern Lake had 220 residents. They lived in 86 homes. This was also a small change from its 2011 population of 224 people.
