William A. Switzer Provincial Park is a lovely, uncrowded alternative to the Rocky Mountain parks. The park is nestled in the foothills 21 kilometres northwest of Hinton on Highway 40. Switzer encompasses more than 63 square kilometres and has a relatively undisturbed character. Pine, spruce and aspen forests surround the park's chain of five small lakes. Many animals live in the park including grizzly and black bears, wolves, lynx, cougar, moose, elk, deer, beavers and 122 species of birds.

Switzer Park is a great year-round outdoor recreation destination with:

• Magnificent views of Canada's spectacular Rocky Mountains
• Five lakes, great for fishing, swimming and boating/canoeing, all connected by Jarvis Creek
• An interpretive canoe route along one of the most intact river valleys in Alberta's foothills
• Over 65 kilometres of trails (including self-guided interpretive trails) for hiking, biking, snowshoeing and cross-country skiing, 
• Excellent wildlife watching opportunities from easily-accessible viewing platforms
• Summer interpretive programs
• A seasonal visitor centre with picturesque view over Kelley's Bathtub
• Four campgrounds and three group camping areas