Fort McMurray Alberta Map

About Fort McMurray, Alberta

Fort McMurray is a hamlet in 89-9-W4, Alberta, Canada. It is classified as a major city. Fort McMurray is located at 56.6964°N, 111.3608°W.

Fort McMurray occupies a distinct position where the boreal forest meets the shifting contours of the land near the Supertest Hill. It lies 122.4 km west-north-west of La Loche, AB (from La Loche, AB: bearing 282°T), and is situated 27.5 km north-west of Lenarthur. The Hangingstone River cuts a steady path through the terrain, its waters often reflecting the pale, high-latitude light that lingers long into the northern evenings. The ground here holds a certain stoic resilience, supporting a landscape that experiences the full, sharp transition of seasons, from the deep stillness of winter to the sudden, verdant intensity of a brief summer. The origins of Fort McMurray trace back to its status as a vital point for early trade, where the confluence of waterways served as a natural artery for movement and exchange. Long before it grew into its modern configuration, the land supported Indigenous peoples who understood the rhythms of the river and the forest. Over the decades, the settlement expanded as interest in the local geology grew, slowly transforming from a remote outpost into a hub of activity. The architecture of the streets and the layout of the residential blocks reflect this shift, bearing the marks of rapid development and a persistent drive toward expansion. The economic life of Fort McMurray centers on the extraction and processing of natural resources, a sector that dictates the pace and character of daily existence. Massive operations define the horizon, influencing everything from the logistics of the local workforce to the heavy, purposeful movement of equipment along the roads. This industry provides the primary engine for the region, drawing people from across the country who arrive to contribute to the complex, large-scale engineering projects that define the local economy. The air often carries a hint of this industriousness, a reminder of the sheer mechanical effort required to work the earth in this latitude. Life in Fort McMurray finds expression through institutions like Keyano College, which anchors the educational aspirations of the region and serves as a focal point for public gatherings. The calendar is marked by events that bring neighbors together, offering a sense of cohesion amidst the demands of a high-energy work environment. While Gregoire Lake Provincial Park provides a necessary escape to the quietude of the woods and shoreline, the town itself maintains a pragmatic, outward-looking spirit. Notable individuals, such as the hockey player Chris Phillips, have emerged from the local environment, carrying the influence of the northern climate into their respective professional lives on a national stage.

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Explore Fort McMurray, 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: 56.696389, -111.360833. 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. Editorial summaries provide additional local information and context.

Detailed location data for Fort McMurray includes the postal code (T9J), 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 Fort McMurray 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.