Getting there

TALLCREE TRIBAL GOVERNMENT

CanWest Air provides charter flights in and out of La Crete and other northern communities

Other private charter options include:

  • Linear Air
  • Airco Aircraft Charters
  • Chartright Air Group
  • Jettly

Departures available from Edmonton (YEG) or Villeneuve Airport (CZVL)

Charter rates typically range from $1,500 to $6,500+ per flight hour, depending on aircraft type and distance

Charter Flights & Private Options

  • Central Mountain Air offers direct flights from Edmonton International (YEG) to High Level (YOJ)
  • Flight time: approximately 1 hour 40 minutes
  • Flights run 3 to 6 times per week
  • One-way fares start around CAD 425, with round-trip fares averaging CAD 720
  • Best fares are often available on Thursdays when booked early

Commercial Flights to High Level (YOJ)

By Air

Driving from Edmonton to North Tallcree

Route

  • Take Highway 2 north to Athabasca
  • Follow Highway 55 west to High Level
  • From High Level, take Highway 35 north
  • Watch for the turnoff to North Tallcree after passing La Crete

Estimated Time

  • About 900 km
  • 10 to 11 hours driving

Fuel & Rest Stops

  • Athabasca
  • High Level (last major stop before North Tallcree)

Travel Tips

  • Fuel up when you can, especially north of Athabasca
  • Watch for changing weather and wildlife
  • Cell service is limited in rural areas
  • Check road conditions before you travel

Google Maps

How to Get to the North Tallcree Office

From High Level (approximately 130 km, about 1 hour and 30 minutes)

  • Head north on Highway 35 (Mackenzie Highway) from High Level.
  • Continue past La Crete and follow Highway 35 for another 70 km.
  • Watch for the turnoff to the North Tallcree community. There should be a sign indicating the turn.
  • Follow the community access road until you reach the North Tallcree office.

Map to North Tallcree Office

From La Crete (approximately 45 minutes)

  • Drive north on Highway 35 out of La Crete.
  • After about 30 to 35 km, look for the sign and turnoff to the North Tallcree community.
  • Follow the road into the community. The office is located within the main area and should be easy to find with local signage.

Map from La Crete to North Tallcree Office

  • Get Directions from La Crete to North Tallcree Office

Travel Tips

  • The highways are paved and maintained, but road conditions vary depending on the season.
  • In winter, checking the weather and road updates before you travel is a good idea.
  • Cell service is available along most of the route, but reception may be limited closer to the community.

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