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Calgary parks, trails, points of interest
Alberta, Canada things to do

Some of the parks, trails and "points of interest" in and around the community of Calgary, Alberta in the Southern Alberta region of Canada including the surrounding communities of Sundre, Airdrie, Bragg Creek, Chestermere, Strathmore, Irricana, Carstairs and Crossfield.

Parks and trails near Calgary, AB

	Blackfoot Crossing Park is the largest riparian eco system in North America and a First Nation Historical Park. It is the original home of the Siksika, Kainawa and Piikuni First Nation people and the site of the 1977 "Treaty #7" signing. There are walking trails, a tipi village, a museum and much more. [ more information ]
	Bow River is a popular waterway for recreational activities and adventures in the community of Calgary, Alberta popular for fishing, tubing, kayaking, rafting, canoeing, birdwatching, hiking. [ more information ]
	Bow & Elbow River Pathways are two of the most popular recreation trails and sightseeing routes located in the community of Calgary popular for walking, biking, jogging, birdwatching, picnicking and roller blading. [ more information ]
	Fish Creek Provincial Park is a year round recreation destination, wildlife sanctuary and day use park located south of the community of Calgary, Alberta popular for hiking, biking, birdwatching, picnicking, fishing, swimming, boating, canoeing, kayaking, xc skiing and snowshoeing. [ more information ]
	Fort Calgary is a historical site located east of downtown Calgary. There is an interpretive centre, theatre, museum, gift store, historic artifacts, guided tours, educational programs, heritage buildings and special event and conference facilities. [ more information ]
	Glenmore Reservoir is a popular water sport destination with 2 day use parks located southwest of the community of Calgary popular for sailing, canoeing, wind surfing, hiking and picnicking. [ more information ]
	Heritage Park is a historical pioneer village and sightseeing destination located southwest of the community of Calgary. The park depicts the history of the early pioneers who first settled in Western Canada between the years of 1864 and 1940. [ more information ]
	Inglwood Bird Sanctuary is a birdwatching destination located south of the community of Calgary, Alberta. It is a 36 hectare (89 acre) park protecting a wetland and river eco system popular for walking and wildlife sightings. [ more information ]
	Nose Hill Park is a natural environmental park in Calgary located on a large hill with two distinct landscapes - coulees and rough fescue grasslands. The park enjoys a large trail network and is popular for hiking, walking, jogging and dog walking. [ more information ]
	Prince's Island Park is a waterfront park and a recreation destination located on a small island in the centre of the Bow River in downtown Calgary, Alberta. It is, both, a commuity park and wetland marsh popular for walking, biking, picnicking, roller blading, birdwatching and entertainment. [ more information ]
Peace Park is a memorial park dedicated to the peacemakers of Canada. A large archway welcomes travelers to the park. The park is treed and includes monuments, sitting benches and flower gardens.
Elliston Park is a community park with a large pond and a water fountain. The central pond is surrounded by large grass lawns, picnic area, groves of trees, recreation trails, playgrounds, sitting benches and some flower gardens.
Griffith Woods is a 93 hectare "Special Protection Natural Environment Park" popular for birdwatching, wildlife sightings and hiking. There are boardwalk, paved, gravel and dirt trails exploring wetlands and forests of spruce trees leading to viewpoints, sightseeing benches. Also nearby are soccer fields and a playground.
Edworthy Park is a picnic and recreation park for 2 and 4 legged friends. There are day use picnic areas, a playground, some picnic shelters, firepits, walking and biking trails, washrooms and two off leash dog areas.
Sandy Beach is a 33 hectare recreation destination on the Elbow River. There are day use picnic areas and shelters, firepits, biking and walking paths, playgrounds, washrooms, water fountains, and a roof top boat launch for canoes and kayaks.
Baker Park is a community park with a amphitheatre, outdoor stage, large grass lawns, river views, viewpoints, day use picnic areas and water fountains. The park is very popular destination for events and weddings.
Weaselhead Flats is a birdwatching destination park measuring 237 hectares located on the banks of the Elbow River popular for sightseeing, hiking and wildlife sightings.
Beaverdam Flats is a community park popular for beaver dams, birdwatching, wildlife sightings and recreation. There are hiking trails, day use picnic areas, sightseeing benches and a playground.