Majestic vistas of mountain peaks and valleys encircle a small town sitting high in the front ranges and foothills of the Canadian Rockies. The Town of Grande Cache is an undiscovered gem nestled midway between Grande Prairie and Hinton on Highway 40, the scenic route to Alaska.
Modern living is balanced with mountain wilderness, affordability and a genuine small-town atmosphere. Built on a mountain plateau, the town faces south towards the Continental Divide and the pristine Willmore Wilderness Park, 4,464 square km of pure unspoiled mountain wilderness. An elevation of 4,200 feet gives a panoramic view of 21 mountain peaks and 2 river valleys. The natural setting of the surrounding Grande Cache area provides opportunities for a wide range of recreational pursuits.
In addition to tourism, the economy here is supported by gas exploration and development, forestry, coal production, thermal-electricity generation and a Federal Corrections Institution. There is also a blossoming retail and service sector that meets the needs of residents, tourists and resource industries in the area.
Grande Cache offers outstanding outdoor adventure, relaxed lifestyle and unparalleled potential. It is a growing community with a wealth of opportunity in tourism, residential, commercial, and resource industry development.
Population
3,783 (2008 Municipal Census)
Location
Grande Cache is located on Highway 40. It is 440 km northwest of Edmonton, 140 km north of Hinton and 180 km south of Grande Prairie. (see map)
Major Employers
- Grande Cache Coal
- Grande Cache Institution
- Foothills Forest Products
- Milner Power
Major Industry
Oil and Gas, Thermal-Electricity Generation, Forestry, Coal, Federal Corrections Institution, and Tourism
Additional Data
- Grande Cache Property Taxes
- Grande Cache Statistics
- Grande Cache Contacts
- Grande Cache Location and History
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