M.D. of Willow Creek, Alberta
The Municipal District of Willow Creek is located in Alberta Southwest featuring the Porcupine Hills and Foothills to the west and the prairies in the east. Bordered by Vulcan County and the County of Lethbridge on the east, the MD of Ranchland to the west, the MD of Pincher Creek to the south and the County of Foothills to the North we are in the heart of it all! Highway #2 cuts right through the center of the MD making for quick and easy access to many communities and attractions plus the convenience to major centers like Calgary and Lethbridge.
The Municipal District of Willow Creek No. 26 boasts an enviable diversity of terrain, people and economic opportunity. Blessed with rich agricultural land, the municipality is populated by multi-generation farm and ranch operations; as well as newcomers who have moved here to enjoy the pristine landscape and excellent services.
Oil and gas continue to bolster the local economy and tourism has become a growth industry for the region. The largest wind farm in Canada testifies to the forward-thinking character of this small but mighty municipality.
Thinking of moving into the MD of Willow Creek? There are things a buyer needs to know and understand about rural living, the MD has published "Code of the West", this is worth the read for anyone considering country living.
General Information
Elevation: 3,300 ft.
Population: 5179
Hospital(s): Fort Macleod and Claresholm
Volunteer Fire Departments: Claresholm, Stavely, Granum, Nanton, Fort Macleod
Libraries: Claresholm, Nanton, Stavely, Granum, and Fort Macleod are all part of the Chinook Arch Regional Library System
School Division: Livingstone Range School Division No. 68
Seniors Homes: Mosquito Creek Foundation (Nanton), Porcupine Hills Senior Foundation (Claresholm) and Willow Creek Foundation (Fort Macleod and Granum)
Museum(s): Fort Macleod, Claresholm, Stavely, and Nanton
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Parks and Recreation
There are a variety of parks, campgrounds, golf courses and tourist attractions available in our area:
Parks, Recreation and Camping
Tourist Sites
Golf Courses