Sandy Lake Wilderness Area

Project Highlights

The Sandy Lake Wilderness Area is a 167-hectare Environmental Reserve in the west of Sturgeon County. A concept plan and biophysical assessment were initiated to identify potential amenities and natural area management approaches. The assessment includes things like the natural and sensitive features in the area.

The project’s goal is to establish a Sandy Lake Wilderness Area Concept and Natural Area Management Plan.

What’s Happening?

The County is using the input gathered to develop draft concepts for the Sandy Lake Wilderness Area. The County plans to:

• Identify a concept plan and design
• Review options and features
• Identify shared wilderness area management responsibilities

Read the Sandy Lake Wilderness Area What We Heard Report

What’s Next?

The County is now using the input gathered to develop draft concepts for the Sandy Lake Wilderness Area. In January the County plans to conduct further engagement to:

• Identify a preferred concept plan and design approach
• Review options and features for budget prioritization
• Identify shared wilderness area management responsibilities with community partners