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| Place | Swan Hills |
| Type | Town |
| Province / Territory | Alberta (AB) |
| Location | 14-66-10-W5 |
| Country | Canada |
| Latitude | 54.716667 |
| Longitude | -115.401667 |
| Importance | Large city |
| CGN ID | IAMQE |
Swan Hills is a town in 14-66-10-W5, Alberta, Canada. It is classified as a large city. Swan Hills is located at 54.7167°N, 115.4017°W.
Swan Hills nestles amidst the boreal forest, a landscape shaped by the slow, persistent work of glaciers and the enduring presence of coniferous trees that seem to drink the very light from the sky. It lies 66.6 km north-north-east of Whitecourt, AB (from Whitecourt, AB: bearing 16°T), and is situated 52.9 km north-north-west of Corbett Creek. Its economy, once deeply entwined with the timber industry, has found new footing in oil and gas extraction, a hum of activity beneath the quiet canopy. The rolling terrain, interspersed with numerous lakes and muskeg bogs, hints at the ancient waterways that once carved this land. Historically, Swan Hills emerged as a hub for resource development, drawing hardy individuals to its remote setting, a place where the vastness of the Alberta wilderness is a constant, tangible presence. The air here often carries the crisp scent of pine and damp earth, a signature of its northern latitude. The cultural character of Swan Hills is one of resilience and self-reliance, born from its isolated geography and the shared endeavor of its inhabitants. While no globally renowned figures hail directly from Swan Hills, its story is written in the dedication of its residents who have built a life in this often challenging, yet beautiful, environment. The local arena, a gathering place on crisp winter evenings, reflects the strong community spirit. Major events often revolve around seasonal celebrations and the shared pride in the natural surroundings, a quiet acknowledgement of the wild beauty that defines Swan Hills. The educational landscape is anchored by local schools that serve to foster the next generation, instilling a deep connection to this unique corner of Alberta.
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Location data for Swan Hills 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.
| Page generated | June 2026 |
| Location data | Canadian Geographical Names Database (CGN), Natural Resources Canada |