Hay River at a Glance
Situated on the southern banks of Great
Slave Lake at the mouth of the Hay
River in Canada's
Northwest Territories,
the town of Hay River is also known as the Hub of the North. Originally settled
in the late 19th century by a First Nations chief, the area celebrates and continues
to be influenced by local Dene First Nations culture and history. The Yamozha
K'ue Society - Dene Cultural Institute located on the Hay River Dene Reserve
features traditional clothing, authentic artifacts and a store selling original
Dene artwork. Hay River's impressive natural surroundings make the town an ideal
base for a variety of outdoor activities. Visitors can explore the trails at
the Hay
River Territorial Park, which features a beach that is ideal for a BBQ and
viewing the Northern Lights after a day of boating and fishing on Great Slave
Lake. Also try the Twin
Falls Territorial Park, which includes an interpretive trail leading from
the Hay River Canyon down to Alexandra and Louise Falls, the waterfalls that
give the park its name.
WELCOME TO Hay River!
