Telford Lake is named after Robert Taylor Telford, who first settled by the lake in 1889 and founded what became the City of Leduc.
Telford was Leduc’s first postmaster, first general merchant and first justice of the peace. He later became Leduc’s first member of the Legislative Assembly and served as Mayor from 1915-16.
Telford Lake is a popular recreational area adjacent to Wm. F. Lede Park and connected to the Multiway Trail System. Visitors and residents alike can enjoy boating and bird watching. In summer, the lake hosts dragon boat competitions, which attract competitors and spectators from across the region. The combination of natural beauty, outdoor activities, and community engagement makes Telford Lake a cherished landmark in Leduc.
