Peace River Alberta Map

About Peace River, Alberta

Peace River is a town in 83,84-21-W5, Alberta, Canada. It is classified as a large city. Peace River is located at 56.2358°N, 117.2986°W.

Peace River rests where the water gathers in the valley, cradled by the banks of the Peace River and the Heart River. It lies 19.7 km east-north-east of Grimshaw, AB (from Grimshaw, AB: bearing 74°T), and is situated 9.3 km north of Judah. The confluence of the Peace River and the Heart River defines the local terrain, creating a deep, carved corridor that holds the morning mist long after the sun has climbed the valley walls. This northern landscape is marked by steep slopes and a profound sense of openness, where the horizon feels expansive and the air carries a crisp, sharp clarity. Beyond the immediate banks, the land rises into plateaus that support a quiet, persistent growth, while Greene Valley Provincial Park offers a nearby expanse of protected woods where the stillness of the trees provides a counterpoint to the movement of the currents below. Peace River has long served as a vital junction for those moving through the north, drawing its strength from the flow of goods and the endurance of its people. The local economy finds its footing in the richness of the surrounding land, with agriculture and forestry anchoring the day-to-day work of the region. Industry here feels pragmatic and grounded, reflecting a history of resourcefulness where the river once functioned as the primary artery for trade and travel. Even now, the steady hum of machinery and the movement of transport vehicles keep Peace River connected to the wider world, echoing the industrious spirit of those who first established a foothold along these riverbanks. Life in Peace River moves with a deliberate weight, shaped by the changing seasons and the long, amber light of northern afternoons. The character of the people is forged in the endurance of cold winters and the jubilant, brief intensity of the summer months, creating a culture that values straightforward connection and local tradition. Whether gathering for events or simply walking near the water, residents maintain a clear perspective on their surroundings, mindful of the geography that dictates the patterns of their days. This is a place where the landscape demands respect, and in return, it offers a steady, honest beauty that lingers in the memory of anyone who watches the sun set behind the valley ridges.

About This Peace River Map Page

Explore Peace River, 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: 56.235833, -117.298611. 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 Peace River includes the postal code (T8S), 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 Peace River 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.