Fort McMurray Neighborhoods
Fort McMurray's 80,568 residents live in distinct neighborhoods: Timberlea (36,000 population, largest), Eagle Ridge (7,628 residents), Thickwood, Stone Creek, and newest Parsons Creek. All connected via Highway 63 to oil sands employment.
Wood Buffalo's Major Residential Communities
From Timberlea's 18 subdivisions housing 36,000 residents to Eagle Ridge's 7,628 population and 2,907 dwellings, Fort McMurray neighborhoods serve diverse lifestyles with Highway 63 access to oil sands employment.
Timberlea
36,000 Residents, 18 Subdivisions
Fort McMurray's largest community with 36,000 residents in northwest corner. 18 subdivisions include Bear Ridge, Cartier Ridge, Morgan Heights, Beaton, Confederation Heights, Harpe Heights, Timber Heights.
Subdivisions: Bear Ridge, Cartier Ridge, Morgan Heights, Beaton, Lakewood
Housing: 1970s-recent, single family, townhomes, condos, mobile homes
Amenities: Schools, parks, shopping centers, full services
Thickwood Heights
First North of Bridge
First neighborhood north over Athabasca River Bridge, surrounded by woodland in northwest Fort McMurray. Homes built 1970-1985 with recent renovations and rebuilds. Mix of bungalows, townhomes, condos.
Location: First neighborhood north of Athabasca River Bridge
Housing: 1970-1985 build, recent renovations, bungalows, townhomes
Setting: Surrounded by woodland, south of Timberlea
Eagle Ridge
7,628 Population, 2,907 Dwellings
Vibrant community south of Timberlea with 7,628 residents (2021 census) and 2,907 dwellings. Direct Confederation Way access for quick commute to work sites and downtown Fort McMurray.
Census 2021: 7,628 population, 2,907 dwellings
Housing: Single family, condos, townhomes, apartments with parking
Access: Confederation Way, municipal bus services
Stone Creek
New & Expanding
New and expanding community north of Athabasca River Bridge on west side of Highway 63. Quick commute to oil sands sites or downtown Fort McMurray via major transportation routes.
Location: North of Athabasca River Bridge, west side Highway 63
Development: New and expanding community
Commute: Quick access to oil sands sites and downtown
Parsons Creek
Newest Development
Fort McMurray's newest developing community north of Timberlea on west side of Highway 63. Will be closest neighborhood to oil sands sites once fully developed.
Status: Newest developing community
Location: North of Timberlea, west side Highway 63
Future: Closest to oil sands sites when complete
Additional Areas
Abasand, Waterways, Gregoire
Other Fort McMurray neighborhoods include Abasand Heights, Waterways with natural water features, Gregoire, Beacon Hill, Dickinsfield, Grayling Terrace, Lower Townsite, Prairie Creek, Saline Creek.
Waterways: Natural setting, water features, peaceful environment
Abasand: Residential development, community amenities
Others: Beacon Hill, Dickinsfield, Grayling Terrace, Prairie Creek
Fort McMurray Neighborhood Selection Guide
Choose from Timberlea's 18 subdivisions, Eagle Ridge's 7,628 residents, or newer Stone Creek/Parsons Creek developments based on oil sands commute, family needs, and budget ($210,000 average household income).
Oil Sands Commute Considerations
- • Parsons Creek: Closest to oil sands sites when fully developed
- • Stone Creek: Quick Highway 63 access north of Athabasca River Bridge
- • Timberlea: 36,000 residents, established schools and services
- • Eagle Ridge: 7,628 population, Confederation Way commuter access
- • All neighborhoods: Highway 63 connection to work sites
Wood Buffalo Housing Market
- • $210,000 average household income supports premium housing market
- • Timberlea: Established 1970s-recent, full amenities, largest selection
- • Eagle Ridge: 2,907 dwellings, modern amenities, growing community
- • Stone Creek/Parsons Creek: Newest developments, modern construction
- • All areas: RMWB Transit access, Highway 63 work commute routes
Serving All Fort McMurray Neighborhoods
From Timberlea's 36,000 residents to Eagle Ridge's 7,628 population and newest Stone Creek/Parsons Creek developments, Sunshine Dry Cleaners serves all Fort McMurray neighborhoods. Convenient service for Wood Buffalo's oil sands community since 2013.
Location & Hours
Phone
587-276-2998
Hours
Monday - Friday: 9 AM - 6 PM
Saturday: 10 AM - 5 PM
Sunday: Closed