Barrhead Alberta Map

About Barrhead, Alberta

Barrhead is a town in 59-3-W5, Alberta, Canada. It is classified as a large city. Barrhead is located at 54.1217°N, 114.4036°W.

Barrhead, nestled in the heart of Alberta's Parkland region, unfolds across a landscape of gently rolling terrain, where fertile fields stretch towards the horizon under an immense sky. It lies 35.8 km west of Westlock, AB (from Westlock, AB: bearing 264°T), and is situated 15.6 km north-north-west of Belvedere. Historically, this land, once the domain of Indigenous peoples, was settled by pioneers drawn to its agricultural promise, their hard work gradually transforming the native grasslands into the productive farms that define the area today. The economy of Barrhead is deeply rooted in agriculture, with cattle ranching and grain farming forming its bedrock, their cycles dictating the rhythm of daily life. The air here often carries the faint, sweet scent of ripening grain or the earthy aroma of turned soil, a quiet testament to the enduring connection between the people and the land they cultivate. The cultural character of Barrhead reflects the spirit of its founding families – a blend of resilience, neighbourliness, and a deep appreciation for the outdoors. While specific universities might not be directly within Barrhead, its educational aspirations are met through accessible institutions that foster growth and opportunity for its residents. The local arts scene, though perhaps unheralded on a grand scale, thrives with community theatre and local craft fairs, showcasing the creative pulse of the people. The spirit of competition is often found on the local hockey rinks or baseball diamonds, where aspiring athletes carry the pride of Barrhead on their shoulders. Major annual events, such as agricultural fairs and community celebrations, bring everyone together, reinforcing the strong bonds that make Barrhead a unique place to call home.

About This Barrhead Map Page

Explore Barrhead, Alberta, Canada, with an embedded street and satellite map — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 54.121667, -114.403611. Live weather conditions and 7-day forecasts — including hourly outlooks — are provided through Open-Meteo, while real-time local and world news feeds help keep the page current. Wikipedia and editorial summaries provide additional local information and context.

Detailed location data for Barrhead includes the postal code (T7N), telephone area code (403, 587, 780, 825, 368). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any Canadian city or town.

Location data for Barrhead is sourced from the Canadian Geographical Names Database (CGN), Natural Resources Canada, and verified by coordinates rather than name matching alone. GPS coordinates, province, administrative location and place type are shown in the information panel above.