Located just east of Baptiste lake, Whispering Hills is a quant little town with a lot of heart. Come and join our residents in a variety of winter and summer events. We have a bit of everything for everyone. Gorgeous sunsets? Check. A welcoming and close knit community? Check. A wide variety of things to see and do? Check. Leave work in your rearview and escape the everyday grind. You just found your perfect getaway. We hope to see you soon.
Nothing beats a calm and relaxing day on the beautiful Baptise Lake. Spend your day on the beach suntanning, in a boat fishing or underwater looking for buried treasure. Baptise lake has it all. No boat? No problem, we offer boat rentals in addition to fishing equipment rentals scuba gear rentals. Our summers get extremely hot, cool off at Baptise Lake with your friends and family. There are cooking stations available for use just before the beach, complete with a firepit and grate. Wood is not provided. Embrace the outdoor lifestyle with a meal cooked on the fire. When the snow flies it brings in new opportunities. Here at Whispering Hills, we love our ice fishing. We set up multiple fishing sites on the lake for our residents and guests. Our fishing tents come equipped with propane heaters as well as a small generator to power the appliances inside. Please see our news section for the times when these sites are active in the winter.
With dozens of trails that surround Whispering Hills and Baptise Lake, including the renowned Muskeg Creek trail, the hiking possibilities are endless. Take a day to get in touch with nature and explore the beautiful boreal forest that surrounds Whispering Hills. Here are some general hiking tips for the prospective hiker and old pros alike:
Come on by and take part in our Canada Day Fireworks, a tradition that has taken place for decades. We pride ourselves in having the best fireworks around. Ask anyone! We are constantly trying new things and testing new techniques to ensure that they meet the high standard that our residents and guests expect. Swing by, pull up a chair on the beach and watch the sparks fly. You wont regret it.
Just because its cold doesn't mean you can't have fun, throw on an extra layer and embrace the cold. We host sliegh rides and snowmobile rides in and around town along with cross country skiing. For our adrenaline junkies, there are a number of snowmobile trails located in Whispering Hills that are sure to scratch that itch. Follow this link for more thrilling snowmobile trails within the Whispering Hills area.
Folks come from far and wide to participate. Get a taste of all the different cultures in our annual potluck picnic. We are proud of our diverse community and feel that this is the perfect way to share it with others. Like our fireworks, our picnic has taken place for decades and is a staple in our little town. We hope to see you there.
Winter hikes are an incredibly popular activity in Whispering Hills and surrounding area. Your safety is of utmost importance to us. We want to ensure that our residents and guests are having a great AND safe time during their stay here. Winter hikes are considerably more dangerous than summer hikes so a bit more preparation and planning ahead is required. Blackburn News has recently written an article on this subject and we want to talk about the information in the article, which you have find in this link.
It is important to wear the appropriate footwear for winter hikes. According the article "If the snow is deeper than the height of your boot, snowshoes should be worn, and for overly icy conditions studded boots should be considered." We recommend carrying studs and snowshoes regardless, because the path conditions can vary widely, and you want to be prepared for that. Another important factor is that you are going to burn more calories on winter hikes, therefore, it is important to have lots of snacks on hand to re-fuel when the tank gets empty! You don't want to be in the middle of a hike and be low on energy. Due to the nature of winter hikes you are more prone to accidents so you need to make sure that your body is happy and healthy.
Try and always hike with a friend, as there is safety in numbers. If you are planning on hiking alone, make sure that you let someone know what time your hike is, for how long and the trails that you will be hiking on. Be sure to stick to the trail. That way if someone is anticipating you to be finished at a certain time, they can potentially call for help if you are out much longer than originally planned. Solo hikes can be a soothing and calming activity, just make ensure that you are taking the proper safety precautions to ensure that you get home safe and sound. Safe hiking everyone!
