Lac Ste facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Lac Ste. Anne County
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Municipal district
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 Lac Ste
Location in Alberta
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| Country |  Canada |
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| Province |  Alberta |
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| Region | Central Alberta | |
| Census division | No. 13 | |
| Established | 1944 | |
| Incorporated | 1965 | |
| Area
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| • Land | 2,850.38 km2 (1,100.54 sq mi) | |
| Population
(2016)
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| • Total | 10,899 | |
| • Density | 3.8/km2 (10/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC-7 (MST) | |
Lac Ste. Anne County is a special type of local government area in central Alberta, Canada. It's like a big region that manages its own services. You can find it northwest of Edmonton. A main road, Highway 43, goes right through the county.
The main office for the county is in a small community called Sangudo. The county gets its name from Lac Ste. Anne, a nearby lake. The lake itself was named after Saint Anne.
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How Many People Live Here?
Population in Lac Ste. Anne County
In 2016, Statistics Canada counted the population of Lac Ste. Anne County. About 10,899 people lived there. They lived in 4,346 homes. This was a small increase from 2011.
The county covers a large area of land. It is about 2,850 square kilometers (1,100 square miles). This means there are about 3.8 people living in each square kilometer.
Fun Places to Visit
Campgrounds and Lakes
Lac Ste. Anne County has many fun places to visit. The county looks after several campgrounds. These include Lessard Lake Campground and Riverside Campground. You can also visit Paddle River Dam Campground.
Many small summer villages are found here. They are often by the beautiful lakes. Some of these lakes are Lac Ste. Anne, Lac La Nonne, Nakamun Lake, and Lake Isle.
Natural Areas and Parks
There are also protected natural areas. These are great for exploring nature. You can visit Lily Lake Provincial Natural Area. The Pembina River Provincial Natural Area is another spot. Majeau Lake Provincial Natural Area has two campgrounds. You can also find the Paddle River Dam Picnic Site. Other natural areas include Park Court and Prefontaine and Brock Lake.
Special Events
Towns and Communities
Urban Areas in the County
Several towns and villages are located within Lac Ste. Anne County. These are independent communities.
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Hamlets and Localities
Many smaller communities are also part of Lac Ste. Anne County. These are called hamlets or localities.
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Images for kids
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Lac Ste. Anne Pilgrimage
