Nearby Attractions
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Lake Diefenbaker with over 500km of open water hosts many species of fish including Rainbow Trout, Walleye, Northern Pike and Perch.
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Next door to Sarah's Cove is the Harbor Golf Club, one of the finest courses in the province. An outstanding 18 hole championship course overlooking the lake with a licensed clubhouse, equipment and cart rentals.
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Sarah's Cove is situated in one of the most active little villages in Saskatchewan. Elbow offers the best hospitality around with many amenities to suit your needs.
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Lake Diefenbaker is a sailors delight! A first class deep water marina for large sailing craft, steady winds and no large rocks attract many sailors to Lake Diefenbaker Yacht Club.
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Swimming and picnicking at Tufts Bay Campground.
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Elbow hosts CCA rodeo action each July.
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Excellent hiking on the Elbow Trail which is part of the Trans Canada Trail.
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Explore the Gardiner Dam to the north and the Qu-Appelle Dam to the south.
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Adjacent to four provincial parks with the Sand Dunes at Douglas Provincial Park.
The Village of Elbow, Saskatchewan, Canada is situated halfway between Regina and Saskatoon on Highway 19, and right on Lake Diefenbaker. The village was originally called River View. Its' name was changed to "Elbow" which got its name from the bend in the South Saskatchewan River, resembling a bent arm, on March 1, 1909 and was incorporated on April 6, 1909. The first post office opened on April 1, 1906.
Come to Elbow and experience the unspoiled beauty of Lake Diefenbaker. Be it for a day trip, a week's vacation, or maybe you are looking to relocate, we're sure you'll enjoy our little Village. Miles of secluded beaches provide a wonderful afternoon's getaway, and the massive lake provides enough playground for every type of water enthusiast.
Elbow has a census population of 341, but our seasonal population swells to well over 800 in the summer months. We have all of the essential services you would expect to find in either a tourist destination or a place to call home.
Think life in a small town is boring? Think again!