As far as places to go camping in winter, it is probably best to start by camping close to a vehicle and warmth. You don't want to learn the hard way. Hands and feet can freeze quickly and then you are useless and in trouble.
Any crown land can be used for winter camping but remember that in winter registered trappers have their traps out. Be alert for traps and try not to disturb an area too much.
I have gone winter camping along the North Saskatchewan river upstream of Edmonton. Easy to access. Make camp on the north side/shore of the river and you get sunlight. Camp on the south side/shore and you are in the shade where it is colder. I have also winter camped around Fox creek (meekwap lake area), several miles NW of Goose lake by Ft. Assiniboine, Abraham lake and Brazeau dam area thru the years.
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This country was started by voyagers whose young lives were swept away by the currents of the rivers for ten cents a day... just for the vanity of the European's beaver hats. ~ Red Bullets
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It is when you walk alone in nature that you discover your strengths and weaknesses. ~ Red Bullets
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