A visit to the Sandhills is a Saskatchewan treat

By Joan Janzen

A visit to the Great Sandhills is a treat, as the massive dunes stand majestically amid pasture land. The Saskatchewan winds, blowing at roughly 60 mph, formed huge drifts on top of the dunes over time.

The wind formed huge drifts decorated with intricate patterns, which were perched on top of the massive dunes at the Great Sandhills. From the vantage point on top of the dunes you can see miles and miles of the surrounding landscape. Photos by Joan Janzen

The blowing sand didn’t inhibit the view of the landscape for miles around from the perch on top of the hills of sand. But within minutes, the wind erased any evidence of your footprints.

Despite its isolated location, visitors come from near and far. A Calgarian was on site with his camera, hoping to capture some good photos, and four more vehicles pulled into the parking area. However, as we departed, the only other signs of life were some cows and their calves standing at the side of the road, watching us drive by.