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Battle Lake: A Quiet Valley Lake South of the Southwest
Battle Lake is for people who want a cabin without engine noise. It lies in a narrow, treed valley in the County of Wetaskiwin, about 100 km southwest of Edmonton, and the County holds power boats to 12 km/h. From the southwest, the drive is south on the QE II past Leduc, then west past Pigeon Lake.
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A long, narrow, deep lake
The lake runs 7.7 km long and only 0.6 km wide, with 4.56 km² of water. It averages 6.9 m deep and reaches 13.1 m, deeper than many lakes its size. This is where the Battle River begins its run east across the province. Paddlers, anglers and, in winter, cross-country skiers make up most of the regulars.
Using county figures
Our MLS System files Battle Lake sales inside rural Wetaskiwin County, which also covers Pigeon Lake's south side and plenty of farmland. Over the 12 months to October 31, county acreages sold at a median of $490,000 on 142 sales, and the small recreational category had 8 sales at a median of $217,550.
Source: REALTORS® Association of Edmonton MLS® System, Nov 1, 2025 to Oct 31, 2026 (closed sales) and Nov 8, 2026 (active listings).
Those numbers frame the market but do not price a Battle Lake cabin. The team pulls the lake listings and recent shoreline sales individually for any client serious about this valley.
What the valley setting means for a buyer
- Slopes: many lots fall steeply to the water. Ask about stairs, erosion and any past slope work.
- Access: confirm the road is plowed in winter if you plan year-round use.
- Septic: tight valley lots limit where a field can go; get the permit file.
- Shoreline: docks and lifts need provincial approval.
Pairing with Pigeon Lake
Battle Lake is close enough to Pigeon Lake that some families keep a quiet place here and use Pigeon's beaches and marinas for busier days. If you want both a calm cabin and easy access to services, that pairing is worth a look.
Sources: Battle Lake, Wikipedia, County of Wetaskiwin lakes, AHS blue-green algae advisories, Alberta lakeshore rules, Alberta private sewage standards.
Battle Lake, answered
Is there a speed limit for boats on Battle Lake?
Yes. The County of Wetaskiwin lists 12 km/h for power boats.
Where does the Battle River start?
At Battle Lake, which sits in a narrow valley in the County of Wetaskiwin.
How deep is Battle Lake?
It averages 6.9 m and reaches about 13.1 m.
How do I drive to Battle Lake from Southwest Edmonton?
Head south on the QE II past Leduc, then west past Pigeon Lake into the County of Wetaskiwin.
Does the MLS System track Battle Lake separately?
No. Sales fall under rural Wetaskiwin County, so we compare lake properties individually.
Questions about Battle Lake cabins?
Contact the Haupt Phaneuf Real Estate Team, eXp Realty, at 780-993-8574.