Clearwater County is a large rural municipality located in west central Alberta with 11,947 residents, encompassing 18,691 square kilometres. Residents come and stay for many reasons, including our naturally beautiful location in the south eastern slopes of the Rockies and the proximity to urban centres, including Rocky Mountain House, Caroline, Red Deer, Calgary and Edmonton. Clearwater County is the destination for you and your family if you enjoy hiking, golfing, fishing, camping and backpacking. A desired place to live, work and explore.