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Rainbow Lake, Alberta

Rainbow Lake is a town in northwest Alberta, Canada. It is west of High Level at the end of Highway 58, in Mackenzie County.

Type City

Why go

  • Town in Alberta, Canada.
  • Served by Rainbow Lake Airport (YOP).

History

Rainbow Lake is a town in northwest Alberta, Canada. It is west of High Level at the end of Highway 58, in Mackenzie County.

Airports

Rainbow Lake Airport (YOP) 8.6 km to the centre
Rainbow Lake, AB, CA — Indoor waiting areas, but some gates board by bus or on foot across the apron — plan for the weather on the day. ✈ direct flights to 2 destinations incl. Edmonton, High Level (OpenFlights route data).
Indoor | Outdoor

Where things are

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Photographs

Rainbow Lake, Alberta
Rainbow Lake, Alberta
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When to go

Tourist season
May – September

The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.

Shoulder season
April, October

Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.

Worth avoiding
Deep winter

Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.

Getting there & around

Getting there. The nearest airport on record is Rainbow Lake Airport (YOP). Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below. By air: YOP has direct flights to 2 destinations on 0 airline (incl. Edmonton, High Level).

Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Rainbow Lake, Alberta. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.

Trains & rail

VIA Rail Canada
National rail

Coaches & shuttles

Ebus
Intercity coach
Rider Express
Intercity coach