Introduction
Established in the early 1990s, Arbour Lake is a suburban community in northwest Calgary. It is bounded on the north by Country Hills Boulevard, on the east by Nose Hill Drive, and to the south and west by two main highways – Stoney Trail and Crowchild Trail. The central focus in this neighbourhood is the large man-made lake, which is used for recreation.
Lifestyle
As a unique lake community in Calgary, life in Arbour Lake is different from other suburbs. The access to parks and other amenities such as shopping and restaurants make the neighbourhood into its own contained city, with no need to travel far to access essentials. When you want to head to other parts of the city, the main roads and C-Train provide easy access.
The Vibe
Arbour Lake is recognized for its design, which was based on similar communities in Southern California. The trout-filled lake is the anchor, but there are more features that make Arbour Lake desirable – whether its shopping or eating at Crowfoot Crossing, the gorgeous views of the Rockies, or the numerous parks and paths dotting the surrounding hills.
Meet the Neighbours
Arbour Lake has a diverse population in regards to age. There is an even split among age ranges, with many families, singles, and seniors living in the area. It is a great spot for families to take advantage of the lake and programs offered for kids, and seniors find it to be an ideal place to go for strolls on the walking paths throughout the neighbourhood.
In the Area
The 10-acre man-made lake that the neighbourhood is named after provides recreational opportunities all year round, with skating in the winter and swimming in the summer. It's also stocked with trout for fishing. Nearby Crowfoot Crossing is one of the largest shopping centres in Calgary and features movie theatres, restaurants, and medical services. Nature lovers will enjoy the numerous trails and access to the mountains.
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Planes, Trains & Automobiles
The beautiful setting in northwest Calgary is enhanced by quick access to main thoroughfares that access other parts of the city. The 2009 opening of the ring road connecting the Trans-Canada Highway and Deerfoot Trail (via Stoney Trail) makes it easy to get to the mountains or to Highway 2 North. Crowchild Trail takes you downtown or to the south side, and the C-Train station extends to Crowchild too.
The Good, the Bad & the Rest
Arbour Lake is located at the farthest stretches of northwest Calgary. Despite being on a major thoroughfare, the commute for workers downtown is still fairly substantial by Calgary standards. That is trade-off for many of those who prefer to save time in getting to the Rockies, which is now less than an hour’s trip.
Dollars & Sense
An upper-middle-class suburb, Arbour Lake residents are generally wealthier than average Calgarians. There are many entertainment options, in addition to several inexpensive programs and activities at the YMCA or the local residents' association. However, some residents might prefer a free walk through the neighbourhood's scenic landscape and around the lake.
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Neighbourhood Hotspots
Arbour Lake
The pristine 10 acre man-made lake is stocked with rainbow trout. There is swimming, boating, and fishing in the summer and during the winter months the lake is used for ice skating.
more infoCrowfoot Park
Adjacent to Robert Thirsk High School, this well-maintained park contains two baseball diamonds, a soccer field, and loads of green space to let the dogs run or for summer games.
more infoCrowfoot Library
The spacious Crowfoot branch of the Calgary Public Library has lots of seating and study rooms for quiet research. It also has a kids’ corner for the young ones to enjoy story time.
more infoCrowfoot YMCA
This modern YMCA offers a 25-metre swimming pool, gymnasium, fitness studio, steam rooms, and multipurpose rooms. It also hosts several camps and programs for residents in all around the northwest area.
more infoAmaranth Whole Foods Market
The flagship store of the Calgary business offers organic produce, healthy groceries, fresh bread, and gluten-free products. The market carries body care and natural cleaning products. It also specializes in vitamins and supplements.
more infoCrowfoot Crossing
This is one of the largest shopping areas in Calgary. The outdoor mall has 350 stores from big box home and clothing stores to locally-owned businesses that provide a wide range of goods and services.
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