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

Located in the Crowsnest Pass of southern Alberta, Canada. The Hillcrest Mines Memorial Park and Cemetery is where you will find a monument for Canada's mining disasters. As well as the public cemetery where the mass graves from the men involved in the Hillcrest Mine disaster were laid to rest.

200 4 Ave, Hillcrest Mines, AB T0K 1C0

Hillcrest, Alberta

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The Red Deer River Nature Trail near Drumheller, Alberta, Canada is a paved and, sometimes, gravel trail popular for hiking, birdwatching, biking, jogging and roller blading. The trail is wheelchair and baby stroller friendly in many areas.

Drumheller

Confederation Park is one of Calgary`s most popular green spaces for year round activities and events.

905 30 Avenue NW,

Calgary

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Winter in Pembina River Provincial Park is peaceful solitude starkly contrasting the summertime popularity. The Entwistle Alberta Canada park is an ideal adventure destination for winter activities like snowshoeing and hiking.

Entwistle, AB T0E 0S0

Edmonton

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Policeman's Creek Trail is an easy going, level pathway located in the village centre of Canmore, Alberta, Canada. The trail acts as a connector trail - connecting with other trails - ideal for getting from one end of town to the other.

Canmore

Johnson Lake is a popular recreation and beach destination located east of the community of Banff Alberta, Canada. The lake neighbours Fairholme Mountain Range and falls within the montane zone (grasslands and forests) of the Banff National Park.

Banff

Castle Provincial Park and Castle Wildland Provincial Park are 2 conjoined parks with some different rules depending which section you are exploring. Located in southwestern Alberta, this is an outdoor adventure seekers paradise. Forget the park pass and tour the Castle Parks of Alberta!

AB-774, Pincher Creek No. 9, AB T0K 1C0

Pincher Creek, Alberta

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The Badlands Trail is an easy-going, well maintained interpretive walking trail exploring the Canadian Badlands near the community of Drumheller, Alberta, Canada. The trail is a popular pathway for learning more about the geography and history of the Canadian Badlands.

Drumheller

Maskepetoon Park is an ecological gem tucked away in the west end of Red Deer, Alberta

Kerrywood Drive

Red Deer

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The Tramline Trail connects the Village of Lake Louise to the shores of Lake Louise in Banff National Park. The route is used as a community trail connecting the chateau resort with the village square and with other adventure trails in the area.

Lake Louise

An absolute gem in Alberta, Canada. Writing-on-Stone/Áísínai'pi Provincial Park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site located in southern Alberta near the U.S. Canadian border to Montana. Explore breathtaking scenery in this history filled area that is surrounded by unique land formations.

NW 36 TW1 Range 13, Milk River, AB T0K 1M0

Milk River, Alberta

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Prince's Island Park in Calgary, Alberta, Canada is one of the most popular natural green space areas in downtown Calgary. Prince's Island Park is within walking distance of the downtown shops... and it is a pedestrian only park with no motorized vehicles permitted on the island.

Calgary

The park is home to the Royal Tyrrell Museum (Dinosaur attraction), McMullen Park (day use picnic park) and the Badlands Trail (interpretive walking trail). It is one of the most visited parks in the Drumheller Valley region.

Drumheller

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The Leitch Collieries are a reminder of the early coal mining days. Built from sandstone, some with pillars, the structures are very impressive to view. The architecture was ahead of its time for coal mining.

Bellevue

The Okotoks, Alberta, Canada Sheep River Park is a base for activity and a good launching point for activity. The park includes a day use area, washrooms, children's playground, large grass lawns, groves of trees and, even, a fitness circuit.

Okotoks