The Town of Penhold is a quiet family-oriented community with a country-living feeling. With a population of 3855 it is located 16 kilometers south of Red Deer at the Junction of Highway 2A and Highway 42. This cozy community has 3 Public Schools ranging from Pre-Kindergarten to Grade 12 and 1 Christian School ranging from Pre-Kindergarten to Grade 9. There are several fast food restaurants, the Penholder Inn and the Penhold Family Restaurant.
Attractions in Penhold
- Museum,
- Penhold Recreation Multi-Plex includes an indoor arena featuring an NHL size ice surface, running track, library, dance studio, meeting rooms, Penhold Fitness Center, concession, lounge, Town Administration Office
- 3 ball diamonds, walking trails, an outdoor ice rink, a skate park/pump track, a splash park, an Indoor Farmers Market, and 2 soccer fields that are in development stages.
- There will be an upcoming rejuvenation of the area around the Multi-Plex including improvements to the park and walking trails.
- There is an RV Park at the Multi-Plex and also Tranquility Park in the town.
- The Sky Wings Aviation Academy is located 3km Northwest of Penhold in the Springbrook community.