A Local's Guide to Sylvan Lake's Lakeshore Drive

Whether you're a longtime Sylvan Lake resident or just passing through Central Alberta for the day, Lakeshore Drive is the stretch worth knowing. Here's a short, honest rundown from a business that's been on it for years.

Why Lakeshore Drive

It's the corridor that runs along the water, which means most of what makes Sylvan Lake worth a stop is within a short walk of it: the beach, the boardwalk, and a run of local shops and restaurants, us included, at #170, 5003 Lakeshore Drive.

Time it around the lake, not around a single stop

Sylvan Lake is the actual draw. Plan your visit around time on or near the water first, and treat food and drink stops as the punctuation, not the whole trip. It makes for a better day regardless of where you end up eating.

What to expect from us specifically

2nd Wind Brewery & Eatery is a craft brewery and eatery on Lakeshore Drive, small-batch beer brewed on site, a rotating 12-tap lineup, and a straightforward food menu. No pretension, and no claims we can't back up if you ask us directly at the bar.

If it's your first time on Lakeshore Drive

The First Pour is a low-risk way to try us specifically: four 4oz tasting pours, your choice, guided by staff, for $5. If none of them land, your next full pint's on us.

Claim your First Pour next time you're on Lakeshore Drive.