Parks and Trails in Alberta

Parks in Alberta, Canada provide travelers an opportunity to explore the wilderness landscapes, eco systems and communities of the province, as well as, discover the history of the province of Alberta.

Click the Alberta Regions below to view parks, trails and places in that area.

Central Alberta Parks

North Alberta Parks

Rocky Mountain Parks

South Alberta Parks

Lundbreck Falls is one of Southern Alberta’s most accessible waterfalls, located just off Highway 3 near the hamlet of Lundbreck between Pincher Creek and the Crowsnest Pass. The 12-metre-high waterfall on the Crowsnest River offers dramatic year-round scenery with minimal walking required.

Range Rd 24B, Lundbreck, Alberta,

Lundbreck, Alberta

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The pathway in the Sunshine Lake area, the lake itself, the large sprawling grass lawns, the sightseeing benches and the Happy Trails Pathway provide an opportunity for many activities in High River, Alberta.

High River

Kin Kanyon is popular for families, groups and recreational activities in the community of Red Deer, Alberta, Canada. The park is part of a larger park and trail network in Red Deer called Waskasoo Park.

Red Deer

Carburn Park is a large natural area park nestled along the Bow River featuring three man-made ponds, a regional pathway, and numerous wildlife, waterfowl and wildflowers to experience. The park reflects the preservation of wildlife habitat and ecosystem for everyone to enjoy.

67 Riverview Dr. S.E.

Calgary

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Consolation Lakes Trail measures 3 kilometres one-way with a small elevation gain of about 60 metres. The lakes are situated in Consolation Valley which is surrounded by the Panorama Mountain Range of the Rocky Mountains.

Lake Louise

Little Fish Lake attracts many birds to the region. Some arrive to nest, some to feed and others to rest as they migrate north to south. It is a popular birdwatching location which is remote and out of the way.

Drumheller

Pearce Estate Park lies in a curve of the Bow River as it flows through the southeast part of Calgary and contains a 15 hectare reconstructed wetland and is home to the Sam Livingston Fish Hatchery and Bow Habitat Visitor Centre.

1440 17A St. S.E.

Calgary

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The Park Lake Provincial Park was established in 1932 and is a popular destination for activities like swimming, picnicking, boating, canoeing, fishing, sailing, hiking, water skiing and camping.

Lethbridge

Fort Normandeau is a picnic and historical destination located in the community of Red Deer, Alberta, Canada. The park is part of a larger park and trail network in Red Deer called Waskasoo Park.

Red Deer

The Cooking Lake-Blackfoot Provincial Recreation Area is a wildlife management, cattle farming and activity destination located east of the community of Edmonton, Alberta, Canada in the Central Alberta region.

Edmonton

Jacques Lake Trail is generally considered an easy trail as it has minimal elevation gains over the 12.2 km long one-way on-and-out and back trail. It is a great weekend backpacking destination with mountain views, wildlife and four wilderness lakes.

Jacques, Lake Trail, Improvement District No. 12, AB T0E 0E0

Jasper

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The Hoodoo Trail is an easy going, moderately long hiking trail located near the Village of Banff, Alberta, Canada in the Banff National Park. The trail features some river, cliff, mountain and hoodoo sightseeing while hiking a forested trail along the banks of the Bow River.

Banff

Blackfoot Crossing Historical Park in Calgary, Alberta is a 809 hectare park and the largest riparian eco system in North America. It is the original home of the Siksika, Kainawa and Piikuni First Nation people... and it is the site of the 1977 "Treaty #7" signing.

road #842

Calgary

Canoeing on Maligne Lake in Jasper National Park is an iconic Canadian Rocky Mountain experience. Highlights include high mountain peaks, glaciers, stunning views, pristine wilderness and one of the most photographed places in Canada, Spirit Island.

Improvement District No. 12, AB

Jasper

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Saskatoon Island Provincial Park is a popular activity and camping destination located in the Peace Country region of Northern Alberta near the community of Grande Prairie. The 100 hectare provincial park is surrounded by water.

Grande Prairie