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Great Reasons to Visit Devon

Year round attractions and fun!

It's amazing how much adventure, education, and beauty is in our backyard. Take a peak at some of the province's most interesting and visually stimulating attractions just minutes away.


Amberlea Meadows

AmberleaThis is a multi-function equestrian centre located just 15 minutes east of Devon.  The centre hosts many horse show and events throughout their season. Amberlea Meadows has grown from its original 6 stall barn constructed in 1976 to its current facilities which include an 88 stall heated boarding barn complete with wash racks,  tack lockers and veterinary/farrier work stations. Turnout for horses includes 7 pastures and 23 individual pens. Telephone Telephone: 780.955.7608  Website Link 
 


Canadian Petroleum Discovery CenterCanadian Petroleum Discovery Centre

Located two km south of Devon on Highway 60. This facility was built to showcase Canada's Oil Industry to the world. The Centre contains artifacts; photos, scale models and colourful stories... all designed to give the viewing public a taste of what it was like to be a part of our oil history. Telephone Telephone: 780.987.4323 Website Link


Clifford E. Lee Nature SanctuaryClifford E. Lee Nature Sanctuary

Located seven km north of Devon, this 300 acre nature preserve contains marshes, meadow, pine and aspen woodland that is open to the public year round.

Established walkways, boardwalks and viewing points for a variety of flora and fauna. Telephone Telephone: 780.430.7134 or 780.987.4883 Website Link


Devon Days

Devon DaysOne of the biggest events Devon Offers takes place May 20 - 24, 2009.  Devon Days - Making Memories 2009.  A fun filled family orientated weekend kicks off with the Town of Devon BBQ in Centennial Park on May 20.  Thursday we up the ante in our Texas Holdem Tournament along with our Ladies Fashion Show.  Friday kicks off with West Coast Amusements Minway, Fireworks Display, Taste of Devon, Lions sponsored Teen Dance, and Burnout.  Saturday all businesses shine in our annual parade followed by activities throughout the day concluding with a beer fest.  Family and friends can gather  in the Lions Park on Sunday for Sunday in the Park featuring the Lions Pancake Breakfast, church service, food vendors and live entertainment.  Join us for a great weekend!  For more information please contact Crystal at Telephone 780.987.8012. Website Link


Devon Golf and Conference CentreDevon Golf and Conference Centre

A beautiful 18 hole golf course situated along the banks of the scenic North Saskatchewan River. Very popular location for company and group functions in the Edmonton area. Meeting and seminar facilities available that can accommodate groups from 10 to 240 people with a wide range of audio and visual systems. Fully licensed. Catering available. Telephone Telephone: 780.987.3477 Website Link


Devon Lions Campground

Devon Lions CampgroundThis serene campground is located on the banks of the North Saskatchewan River, adjacent to the Devon Golf and Conference Centre. There are over 100 sites to accommodate all RV's, from tents to fifth-wheel units. Each site has a fire pit. The campground has a laundromat and free showers. Pets on leashes are welcome. The park is connected to the Town of Devon and the river valley through numerous trails, which are great for walking, jogging or biking. There are three facilities for rent to accommodate groups of 40 to 125 people - ideal for reunions, company barbeques, weddings, etc. Daily, weekly and monthly rates are available. Picnic areas are also available, allowing visitors to spend the day nestled in the river valley. Reservations are always recommended. An on-site manager ensures that the park is a quiet family retreat. Devon residents receive a reduced rate mid-week (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday) and picnic at no charge. Telephone Telephone: 780.987.4777 Website Link


Devonian Botanic Garden Devonian Botanic Garden

Located five km north of Devon and 23 km west of Edmonton on Highway 60. Includes an authentic Japanese garden, attractive floral gardens, collections of native and alpine plants and ecological reserves situated within an attractive rolling landscape of pine trees and large ponds. Telephone Telephone: 780.987.3054. Website Link

 


Devon Voyageur ParkDevon Voyageur Park

Devon Voyageur Park is Devon's newest park area! Located at the end of Saskatchewan Avenue West along the North Saskatchewan River. This area includes: Boat Launch, Picnic tables, Gazebo, Washroom facilities. Telephone Telephone:  800.987.3810.

 


Rabbit Hill Snow ResortRabbit Hill Snow Resort

Greater Edmonton's largest and most popular resort. Scenically located 10 minutes east of Devon and 20 minutes southwest of Edmonton in the North Saskatchewan River Valley. Triple chairlift, t-bars, rope tows and extensive snowmaking and grooming equipment make this a very popular winter destination. Telephone Telephone: 780.955.2440 Website Link

 


Shalom Park

Located 10 minutes east of Devon. Recognized as one of the top ten water ski facilities in the world. This picturesque lake provides ideal conditions for skiers of any level. Telephone Telephone: 780.955.3503 Website Link

 

 


 

Additional Attractions:

Leduc Antique West Society
Gun Range

Great Reasons to Visit Devon

Year round attractions and fun!

It's amazing how much adventure, education, and beauty is in our backyard. Take a peak at some of the province's most interesting and visually stimulating attractions just minutes away.


Amberlea Meadows

AmberleaThis is a multi-function equestrian centre located just 15 minutes east of Devon.  The centre hosts many horse show and events throughout their season. Amberlea Meadows has grown from its original 6 stall barn constructed in 1976 to its current facilities which include an 88 stall heated boarding barn complete with wash racks,  tack lockers and veterinary/farrier work stations. Turnout for horses includes 7 pastures and 23 individual pens. Telephone Telephone: 780.955.7608  Website Link 
 


Canadian Petroleum Discovery CenterCanadian Petroleum Discovery Centre

Located two km south of Devon on Highway 60. This facility was built to showcase Canada's Oil Industry to the world. The Centre contains artifacts; photos, scale models and colourful stories... all designed to give the viewing public a taste of what it was like to be a part of our oil history. Telephone Telephone: 780.987.4323 Website Link


Clifford E. Lee Nature SanctuaryClifford E. Lee Nature Sanctuary

Located seven km north of Devon, this 300 acre nature preserve contains marshes, meadow, pine and aspen woodland that is open to the public year round.

Established walkways, boardwalks and viewing points for a variety of flora and fauna. Telephone Telephone: 780.430.7134 or 780.987.4883 Website Link


Devon Days

Devon DaysOne of the biggest events Devon Offers takes place May 20 - 24, 2009.  Devon Days - Making Memories 2009.  A fun filled family orientated weekend kicks off with the Town of Devon BBQ in Centennial Park on May 20.  Thursday we up the ante in our Texas Holdem Tournament along with our Ladies Fashion Show.  Friday kicks off with West Coast Amusements Minway, Fireworks Display, Taste of Devon, Lions sponsored Teen Dance, and Burnout.  Saturday all businesses shine in our annual parade followed by activities throughout the day concluding with a beer fest.  Family and friends can gather  in the Lions Park on Sunday for Sunday in the Park featuring the Lions Pancake Breakfast, church service, food vendors and live entertainment.  Join us for a great weekend!  For more information please contact Crystal at Telephone 780.987.8012. Website Link


Devon Golf and Conference CentreDevon Golf and Conference Centre

A beautiful 18 hole golf course situated along the banks of the scenic North Saskatchewan River. Very popular location for company and group functions in the Edmonton area. Meeting and seminar facilities available that can accommodate groups from 10 to 240 people with a wide range of audio and visual systems. Fully licensed. Catering available. Telephone Telephone: 780.987.3477 Website Link


Devon Lions Campground

Devon Lions CampgroundThis serene campground is located on the banks of the North Saskatchewan River, adjacent to the Devon Golf and Conference Centre. There are over 100 sites to accommodate all RV's, from tents to fifth-wheel units. Each site has a fire pit. The campground has a laundromat and free showers. Pets on leashes are welcome. The park is connected to the Town of Devon and the river valley through numerous trails, which are great for walking, jogging or biking. There are three facilities for rent to accommodate groups of 40 to 125 people - ideal for reunions, company barbeques, weddings, etc. Daily, weekly and monthly rates are available. Picnic areas are also available, allowing visitors to spend the day nestled in the river valley. Reservations are always recommended. An on-site manager ensures that the park is a quiet family retreat. Devon residents receive a reduced rate mid-week (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday) and picnic at no charge. Telephone Telephone: 780.987.4777 Website Link


Devonian Botanic Garden Devonian Botanic Garden

Located five km north of Devon and 23 km west of Edmonton on Highway 60. Includes an authentic Japanese garden, attractive floral gardens, collections of native and alpine plants and ecological reserves situated within an attractive rolling landscape of pine trees and large ponds. Telephone Telephone: 780.987.3054. Website Link

 


Devon Voyageur ParkDevon Voyageur Park

Devon Voyageur Park is Devon's newest park area! Located at the end of Saskatchewan Avenue West along the North Saskatchewan River. This area includes: Boat Launch, Picnic tables, Gazebo, Washroom facilities. Telephone Telephone:  800.987.3810.

 


Rabbit Hill Snow ResortRabbit Hill Snow Resort

Greater Edmonton's largest and most popular resort. Scenically located 10 minutes east of Devon and 20 minutes southwest of Edmonton in the North Saskatchewan River Valley. Triple chairlift, t-bars, rope tows and extensive snowmaking and grooming equipment make this a very popular winter destination. Telephone Telephone: 780.955.2440 Website Link

 


Shalom Park

Located 10 minutes east of Devon. Recognized as one of the top ten water ski facilities in the world. This picturesque lake provides ideal conditions for skiers of any level. Telephone Telephone: 780.955.3503 Website Link

 

 


 

Additional Attractions:

Leduc Antique West Society
Gun Range