Technology has become a huge part of our lives, but sometimes it distracts and prevents us from slowing down. Visitors have shared with us why they love Saskatchewan and some of their favourite places that makes Saskatchewan a perfect place to adventure off the main roads, look for spotty cell phone coverage, take a moment to disconnect and experience quiet, beautiful spaces.
Here are five ways to disconnect in Saskatchewan and find places with limited to no cell service.

“You have the opportunity to find serenity and tranquility when you leave the city. The wide-open spaces, spectacular skies, lakes, and quiet times surrounded by nature refreshes the soul.” - Doreen

1. Exploring the Open Plains

Saskatchewan’s open plains are vast, uninterrupted and often with limited to no cell service. Immersing yourself in these wide-open spaces provides solitude and a unique sense of peace and freedom.

“I am from Germany and here for almost three years. Many people say:" Really... Saskatchewan???" I enjoy every single day when I get up in the morning and see nothing and everything, wide-open land, peace and silence. Not many people in the world are blessed like me. And I love the winter, too!” - Claudia

“Sunsets, waving fields, the freedom you feel when looking out on an unobstructed view” - Bonnie

“Big skies. Vibrant colours. Miles and miles of peaceful serenity.” – Marcia

Looking for a digital cleanse and want to get off the main road? Find Saskatchewan travel guides and maps here.

2. Discover Vast Grasslands and Badlands

The remote valleys of Saskatchewan’s grasslands and badlands offer a connection to the land that is both breathtaking and humbling. These special places, far from the noise of daily life, invite you to discover awe-inspiring beauty with no distractions.

“The Big Muddy Valley is one of my favourite places. Love Castle Butte. If you have not yet witnessed it firsthand, please do so.” – Dave

“The history, vastness, a sense of what it took and takes to make a living in the Prairies. Really nice people who give you such good knowledge of the area.” - Faye

“The Frenchman River Valley is stunning; it's one of the province's (if not Canada's) best-kept secrets. I live in the town of Eastend, which is in the valley itself. The Town's motto is 'Valley of Hidden

Secrets', which I love because it is so true. I take photographs year-round, but I love the winter because it is so unique. The light and the landscapes do things you seldom see anywhere else in the world. I have an office window that faces east and most winter mornings, I watch the sunrise over the valley. It's often the highlight of my day” – Emily

Explore the Big Muddy Valley with a local guide. 

3. Camping in Northern Saskatchewan

Northern Saskatchewan is a camper's paradise, offering scenic forests, tranquil rivers, and unspoiled wilderness. The waterways that make up the north are immense and camping opportunities in secluded places are plentiful. The perfect place for a well-deserved dose of nature.

“Beautiful pine forests and terrific camping facilities. Hiking trails and impressive vistas from the park towards the north.” – Kerry

“Sturgeon-weir River is gorgeous, quiet, peaceful (with) amazing camping with wild roses everywhere … It’s gorgeous with huge rocky terrain.” – Moreen

Want to find the perfect spot to pitch your tent? Explore Saskatchewan’s provincial parks.

4. Northern Saskatchewan Lodges

There are over 100,000 lakes and rivers in Saskatchewan and a large majority of them are in the northern half of the province far away from cities and towns. True solitude can be found here and staying at one of Saskatchewan’s northern lodges is a great way to into this wild part of Canada. Often revered by freshwater anglers across North America, these northern lodges are just as spectacular for anyone seeking an adventure. These remote lodges are not exactly convenient to get to, but the reward is well worth the effort.

“You can still find a lake and be the only one on it” - Darcy

“We have one outpost we visit from Slim's Cabins base camp - heading about 30 minutes by boat to a little place called Scotties Beach. Our cell phone coverage is pretty much nil. It's a gorgeous part of the world up there. ” – Bobbe

“Jan Lake. Wonderful lake to explore full of rocky islands and hungry fish. Great people and no cell service.  Got to love it” – Russell

Find a northern Saskatchewan lodge.

5. Horseback Adventures

Horseback riding in Saskatchewan offers a unique way to disconnect from the distractions of everyday life. Just you, your horse and the great wide-open. The bond you create with your horse and the experience you share together riding under big skies with endless horizons will make you forget all about the hustle and bustle of modern life.

“You see so much more when technology is out of the view.....!!!!” – Michael 

Find your perfect horseback adventure and reconnect with nature in Saskatchewan’s countryside.