3 Best Hiking Trails in Calgary, AB

PRINCE'S ISLAND PARK TRAIL

4 Street & 1 Avenue Southwest, Calgary, AB T2E 3R4

Since 1947

Pathway and Hiking Trails, Picnic Areas, Playground, Flower Gardens, Festivals and Events, Chevron Learning Pathway, Washrooms, Water Fountains, Cross-Country Skiing, Outdoor Skating on the Lagoon, River Cafe, On-Leash Park, Landscape, Wetland Environment, Festivals, Events, Nature & Parks

It has a surface of 20 hectares - It is an environmental, educational and recreational resource that connects people with nature in an interactive way - It is part of the pathway and hiking trail system lining both sides of the Bow River

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(403) 268-3888

(403) 268-2489

Mon - Sun 5:00 am - 11:00 pm

I love walking round Prince's Island Park on a sunny weekend day, the world comes out and does whatever it does, be it hackisack, or sunbathing or roller blading or whatever - people just doing what people do ! On Saturday there were a couple of weddings taking photos, rafters being chastised by the police for being on the river when not supposed to, really great. We wandered over from the carpark by the curling club, wandered round downtown and came back by the peace bridge covering our 10,000 steps in very enjoyable fashion - lovely place for watching people.

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My family took a stroll through this park and were pleasantly surprised by the size and beauty of this area. The walk along the river is peaceful and beautiful and was an nice way to relax and unwind after a long day of travel. I would recommend a visit to this park.

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FISH CREEK PROVINCIAL PARK TRAIL

15979 Bow Bottom Trail Southeast, Calgary, AB T2P 2M7

Since 1975

Biking Trails, Bicycle Trails, Swimming, Birding, Boating, Fishing, Golfing, Picnicking, Rollerblading, Walking Trails, Wildlife Watching, Forest Areas, Bird Watching, The Ghost Tour and Activities, Winter Activities, Educational Programs, School Programs, Youth Groups, Group Events & Special Events

The park features 80 kilometres (50 mi) of trails, of which 30 kilometres (19 mi) are paved - At 13.48 km² (5.20 sq mi), it is over three times the size of Vancouver's Stanley Park - Over 200 bird species have been seen in the park

fishcreek@gov.ab.ca

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(403) 297-5293

Mon - Sun 8:00 am - 8:00 pm (March 15 - April 30 & September 2 - October 30)
Mon - Sun 8:00 am - 10:00 pm (May 1 - September 1)
Mon - Sun 8:00 am - 6:00 pm (October 31 - March 14)

As a Calgarian with a very busy lifestyle, I feel blessed that our city has provided us with Fish Creek Provincial Park. This provincial Park is the second largest urban park in Canada and spans 19 kms (12 miles) East to West through the city. It has paved and unpaved hiking trails, bike paths, riverside seating areas, pagoda's, and picnic areas. It is a great place to go bird watching and for photography. I have photograph owls, eagles as well as beautiful sunrises/sunsets at the banks of the river at fish creek. All in all, a must see if you are visiting Calgary in any season!

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This park is HUGE! Calgarians are so lucky to have this beautiful park right in the city! There’s lots of free parking at multiple locations. There are paved bike paths and many many more hiking trails along the river and in the woods. Surprising amount of wildlife too, we saw many deer, a beaver, lots of birds including a great heron. The views are stunning. You could spend a whole day walking, hiking, or biking through this park and never see or hear the city even though you’re right next to it! The park follows fish creek and part of the Elbow river.

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NOSE HILL PARK TRAIL

5620 14 Street Northwest, Calgary, AB T3K 2P6

Since 1980

Hiking Trails, Bicycling, Native Grassland, Wildlife, Plant Life, Walking Trails, Outdoor Activities, Dog Walkers, Grassland, Cyclists and Outdoor Enthusiasts, Rocky Mountains, Bow River Valley, Native Vascular Plant Species, Mountain Biking, Nature & Park

The park had more than 300 km (190 mi) of informal trails - Area: 11.27 square kilometres (4.35 sq mi) - It covers over 11 km² (4.2 sq mi) - It's the fourth largest urban park in Canada and one of the largest urban parks in North America

friendsofnosehill@gmail.com

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(403) 268-2489

Mon - Sun 5:00 am - 11:00 pm

Great natural park for walking, running, bike riding and dog walking. Both paved and natural dirt paths that wind all over the hill, so lots of choices. Great views of different parts of the city and the mountains from certain paths while other paths are so natural you feel like you are miles away from civilization. And you might even see some deer or other wildlife. If you are looking for a place to go for a long walk with a friend (or alone), take the dog/dogs for an outing, or bounce your bike down a multitude of trails...head here!!!

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This park is a truly great place to have a nice easy hike in the city. There are hills, ravines, open fields, a few small cliffs and lots of trails. We hiked only a small part of the park...it is quite expansive. We saw lots of birds and a coyote trotting down a trail. There were parts where the trail went through some big groves of trees that were filled with golden leaves. There is a medicine wheel on the top of one hill that was quite interesting. The views of city skyline and the mountains from the tops of the hills.

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The Best Hiking Trails in Calgary

Handpicked Top 3 Hiking Trails in Calgary, AB. Our 50-Point Inspection includes everything from checking reviews, ratings, reputation, history, complaints, satisfaction, trust and cost to the general excellence. You deserve only the best!

PRINCE'S ISLAND PARK TRAIL

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FISH CREEK PROVINCIAL PARK TRAIL

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NOSE HILL PARK TRAIL

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