Polar plunging might be trendy right now, but that doesn’t mean that every single swim needs to take your breath away. From our chilly rivers to our glacial lakes, Alberta is not exactly known for topical swimming destinations. If you’re looking for a place to swim that is relaxing, refreshing, and doesn’t chill you to the bone, we’ve got you covered. We’ve rounded up a list of some of the warmest lakes around the provinces that you should absolutely throw on your summer bucket list. Be warned now, what “warm” means to Alberta doesn’t match up to what it means elsewhere. So, while these lakes may be warmer than the rest, don’t be expecting bath water.

Brooks – Lake Newell

Starting off strong, Lake Newell is known to be one of Alberta’s warmest lakes. Located near Brooks, this man made

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