Redberry Lake Biosphere Reserve
Found in the Aspen Parkland, the Redberry Lake Biosphere Reserve received its UNESCO designation in 2000, covering 277,000 acres. In 2019, this was expanded to include the Redberry Lake watershed and surrounding lands, totaling to nearly 1,700,000 acres. One of only 19 across Canada, and the only one located in Saskatchewan, the Redberry Lake Biosphere is home to a variety of wildlife, including 189 species of birds. This area’s environment includes a saline lake, fresh water lakes, rolling prairies, and is dotted with ponds and swampy marshes. This region is important conservation site due to the abundance of wildlife and native plant species.
For more information about the Redberry Lake Biosphere Reserve, check out the website!
Bordering with several municipalities and small towns, including Radisson, Borden, Hafford, and Blaine Lake, the Redberry Lake Biosphere offers many experiences. From a variety of restaurants to try out, to different nature explorations and camping opportunities, this biosphere provides a great way to connect to nature and explore the Saskatchewan Prairies!
Redberry Lake Biosphere Reserve District Sustainability Plan
Possible Experiences in the Redberry Lake Biosphere Reserve
The Crooked Bush
Located between Hafford and Spears, the Crooked Bush is a grove of unusually twisted Aspen trees. Different from tyipcal aspens, there trees branches grow horizontally and downwards. This anomaly is though to be a genetic mutation, however the origins remain a mystery.
To get to the Crooked Bush, go 14.5 km W of Hafford on Hwy 40 (pass Speers to Flint Rd), 16 km N, then 2.5 km E. Watch for signs at Flint Rd and 16 km mark. This site is available to explore 24/7, year round.
For any further information, please call (306)-246-2171 or visit their website!
Redberry Lake
Redberry Lake Campground is located about 48 km south of Radisson off of highway 340. This campground has 64 sites to book, a large saline lake, a small fishing pond, a 9-hole sand green golf course, a food concession, mini-golf and much more to keep the family entertained.
Daily Pass: $10.00
Operating Hours: May 15th – September 15th
For further information, please call 1-(639)-548-7900, email [email protected], or check out their website!
Outdoor Gear Library
The Redberry Lake Biosphere provides an Outdoor Gear Library to provide individuals, schools, and small groups with access to outdoor gear with minimal barriers. This library has cross-country skis, boots, and poles, and snowshoes.
For further information, click the button below.
For booking, email [email protected].
Outdoor Gear LibraryLocal Restaurants
Betty’s Dinner
Address: 701 Main Street, Blaine Lake SK
Operating Hours: Open daily: 11 AM – 7 PM
Contact: (306)-497-3360
The Red Bull
Address: Highway 16 & 340, Radisson SK
Operating Hours: Open daily: 7 AM – 10 PM
Food orders can be placed until 9:30 PM
Contact: (306)-827-4414
Coming Together Bakery
Address: 217 Railway Ave W, Hafford SK
Operating Hours:
Monday – Friday: 8 AM – 3 PM
Closed Saturday and Sunday
For more experiences, check out the Redberry Lake Biosphere Region Tourism Map!