This small site is located on the western shore of Newton Lake, in the Boreal Forest Natural Region, Dry Mixedwood Subregion. To the north a Crown grazing lease occupies the northeast and northwest shores of the Lake [1].
Map of the Area
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Other Information
Newton Lake Natural Area (34 ha) consists of moderately to strongly rolling terrain adjacent to Newton Lake, 20 km southeast of Barrhead. The vegetation is primarily upland aspen forest with some depressional areas. The lake provides good waterfowl habitat. (Alberta Parks website, 2012).
The NA is relatively remote and, apart from a few off-highway vehicle tracks close to the access, there is very little in the way of human disturbance [2].
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Observations & Projects for this Natural Area
- Observations for this Natural Area.
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Site Statistics
| Site Name | Newton Lake |
| Site Type | Natural Area |
| Subtype | Order-in-council (OC) |
| Natural Region(s) | Dry Mixedwood |
| O.C. No. (Land Ref. Manual) | 519/95 |
| PASite ID (Map Ref #) | 516 |
| Site # (Parks Website) | 552 |
| Total Area | 34.48 ha. (85.20 ac.) |
| Steward-Status | |
| Recreation Activities | none noted |
| IUCN | II |
| Operated By | Parks Division |
| Notes and Comments |
References
The following links are provided as a courtesy but are not verified or endorsed by SAPAA. Clicking on the link will cause you to leave the SAPAA website. Primary source of information is: Government of Alberta – Information & Facilities – Newton Lake Natural Area | Alberta Parks (2022-02-18).
- County of Barrhead, Landownership Map.
- Site visit (unpublished), 2020-12-28; F. Potter.
SAPAA 
Is there anything more glorious than a silent, frozen lake in the winter.
The swaying of the naked trees who have shed their leaves, waiting for spring’s return. The spruce or pine who endure with their needles through the long winter. The tracks showing the dance of life looking for and finding food – or another cold, hungry day ahead. Is there anything more glorious than a frozen lake in the winter?
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