Blue Rapids Provincial Recreation Area

The Blue Rapids Provincial Recreation Area is home to 75km of OHV trails that run along the North Saskatchewan River.

The trails are built and maintained by the Brazeau ATV Club. There are two trail systems separated by the North Saskatchewan River.

Blue Rapids Recreation Area from Lodgepole Hwy (Hwy 620) via RR83:

On the south side of the river off the Lodgepole Hwy 620, to Range Road 83. Follow the signage to the Brazeau ATV Staging Area.

Trails in this area are not for the faint of heart. Steep embankments, mud holes, and natural features makes this area one to test your ability.

Trails in this area are maintained by the Brazeau ATV Club a volunteer group operating out of Drayton Valley. Please mind trail signage and conservation efforts.

Blue Rapids Recreation Area from Rand Road 71 (Buck Creek Hwy)

On the north side of the river south turn off Hwy 22 to Range Road 71 (Buck Creek Hwy). Follow the highway to TWP 484A. You are now entering the Blue Rapids Provincial Recreation Area.

There are no designated staging area for OHV users but you will see along this road, pull outs, lease roads and signage noting designated trails.

Trails in this system are a mix of sand based trails, and mud/clay trails. Trails traverse steep creek ravines, and sandy river embankments. The variety of trails, and natural features will test you.

Dirt biking Blue Rapids Recreation Area

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Please have yourself a proper Brazeau and Beyond adventure and be mindful of the surrounding environment and the residents who call this community home.