Exploring Saskatoon's Meewasin Valley
The Meewasin Valley in Saskatoon is the gem of the city and a must-see attraction. I always enjoy going for a walk to explore some of the over 105km of trails, parks and sites when visiting Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. Meewasin or miýwâsin is Cree...
The Meewasin Valley in Saskatoon is the gem of the city and a must-see attraction. I always enjoy going for a walk to explore some of the over 105km of trails, parks and sites when visiting Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. Meewasin or miýwâsin is Cree for ‘it is beautiful’ and it certainly is that. The river valley is well cared for by the Meewasin conservation agency. They are dedicated to preserving Saskatoon's cultural and natural resources along the South Saskatchewan River Valley in Canada's largest urban conservation area!
We explored the west side of the trail system during our recent visits to Saskatoon this summer.
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We explored the west side of the trail system during our recent visits to Saskatoon this summer.
The rRemai Modern Art Gallery holds in trust more than 8,000 pieces of art! It is a contemporary art gallery that is open year-round. Thanks to a generous donation admission is by donation. It is free for children and youth under the age of 18.
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102 Spadina Crescent E, Saskatoon, SK S7K 0L3, Canada
This River Landing Spray Park looks like a fun place too cool down on a hot summer day.
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102 Spadina Crescent E, Saskatoon, SK S7K 0L3, Canada
Stretching over 105km along both sides of the South Saskatchewan River, the Meewasin Trail system is the jewel of Saskatoon. There are countless parks, attractions, and public art pieces along the trail, it is easy to see why it is so popular...
Stretching over 105km along both sides of the South Saskatchewan River, the Meewasin Trail system is the jewel of Saskatoon. There are countless parks, attractions, and public art pieces along the trail, it is easy to see why it is so popular with the locals.
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The river side fitness park and basketball courts are a popular gathering place for the community.
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Saskatoon, SK, Canada
The local Chinese community gifted the Victoria Park Pagoda to the City of Saskatoon to honour the first Chinese immigrants and their contribution to the city.
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Victoria Park, meets Spadina Cres, Avenue F S, Saskatoon, SK S7M 1E8, Canada
Saskatoon is known as the Paris of the Prairies because of all the beautiful bridges it has crossing the river.
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Saskatoon, SK, Canada
Riversdale is one of the oldest neighbourhoods in Saskatoon. It is an eclectic area filled with independent shops, great restaurants, public art and more parks and playgrounds like this one.
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Saskatoon, SK, Canada
Designed by Jyhling Lee the Storytelling Chairs are built on the site of the former Immigration Hall. In the early 1900's this is where immigrants received food and shelter before heading off to start homesteads. The chairs tell stories of the...
Designed by Jyhling Lee the Storytelling Chairs are built on the site of the former Immigration Hall. In the early 1900's this is where immigrants received food and shelter before heading off to start homesteads. The chairs tell stories of the history of this site.
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The Spirit of Alliance monument commemorates the multicultural allies who fought together in defense of Canada during the War of 1812.
30 June 2024
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Saskatoon, SK, Canada
The Meewasin Trail is accessible with gradual ramps leading into the river valley. The 5-year-old kid in me would have loved running up and down this one.
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Saskatoon, SK, Canada
Saskatoon has murals and public art everywhere. This one is underneath a bridge on the Meewasin Trail near the rRemai Modern Art Gallery.
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Saskatoon, SK, Canada
Is there anything more peaceful than an evening paddle on calm waters? This one seems to capture the spirit of Saskatoon. People just quietly going about their lives and enjoying the outdoors.
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Saskatoon, SK, Canada
The Sugar Shack at River Landing, near the rRemai Modern Art Gallery is Saskatoon's go-to spot for ice cream. It reminds me of a 1950's milkshake diner, but this one is walk up. The serve a lot of the usuals like ice cream, Dole Whip (Dairy...
The Sugar Shack at River Landing, near the rRemai Modern Art Gallery is Saskatoon's go-to spot for ice cream. It reminds me of a 1950's milkshake diner, but this one is walk up. The serve a lot of the usuals like ice cream, Dole Whip (Dairy free), milkshakes and sundaes. They have some unusual specialties like ice cream nachos, ice bergs (a slush with soft serve). Food is that of a traditional diner, mainly burgers and hot dogs.
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Another fantastic stop along the Meewasin Trail is to head up to The Shoppe, located on the corner of The Alt Hotel. The Shoppe is an exquisite French pastry destination with dine-in and grab and go options. They serve lunch and high tea. The...
Another fantastic stop along the Meewasin Trail is to head up to The Shoppe, located on the corner of The Alt Hotel. The Shoppe is an exquisite French pastry destination with dine-in and grab and go options. They serve lunch and high tea. The Shoppe also sells hand-crafted candies and chocolates! It is like being whisked away to a mini-French holiday.
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For our mini-French vacay we chose to share a pistachio tart and to sit outside on The Shoppe's Parsi Cafe-like patio. The tart was divine!
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490 2 Ave S #112, Saskatoon, SK S7K 5R4, Canada
Carrying on with the Paris of the Prairies theme, walking this part of River Drive in the evening feels like we could be walking around Montmartre in Paris (minus the hills and stairs). The far end of the path leads to the famous Bessborough...
Carrying on with the Paris of the Prairies theme, walking this part of River Drive in the evening feels like we could be walking around Montmartre in Paris (minus the hills and stairs). The far end of the path leads to the famous Bessborough Hotel, Saskatoon's castle hotel.
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Here you can see the timeless beauty of the Delta Bessborough Hotel in the distance. It is Saskatoon's Châteauesque iconic 4-star luxury hotel that overlooks the South Saskatchewan River. A stay at the Delta Bessborough Hotel is on my Saskatoon...
Here you can see the timeless beauty of the Delta Bessborough Hotel in the distance. It is Saskatoon's Châteauesque iconic 4-star luxury hotel that overlooks the South Saskatchewan River. A stay at the Delta Bessborough Hotel is on my Saskatoon bucket list.
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The 5.6-hectare (14 acre) Kiwanis Memorial Park is part of the Meewasin Park and Trail system that follows the South Saskatchewan Riverbank and wraps around the Bessborough Hotel. It was built in 1935 as a remembrance to many significant national...
The 5.6-hectare (14 acre) Kiwanis Memorial Park is part of the Meewasin Park and Trail system that follows the South Saskatchewan Riverbank and wraps around the Bessborough Hotel. It was built in 1935 as a remembrance to many significant national and international events. As such, the park has several memorials, monuments and public art features.
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This gazebo in the Kiwanis Memorial Park in Saskatoon looks like a nice place for a rest.
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This is Adventure Pup's first-time visiting Saskatoon and staying in a hotel. He wants everyone to know that the Meewasin trails are a great place to explore with your dogs. Your dogs will be more than happy to help you get your steps in here...
This is Adventure Pup's first-time visiting Saskatoon and staying in a hotel. He wants everyone to know that the Meewasin trails are a great place to explore with your dogs. Your dogs will be more than happy to help you get your steps in here plus there are so many things to sniff and people to make friends with. Also, Adventure Pup says he is a good boy.
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I could easily spend a day here. Lots to do and see. -
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Saskatoon has a completely different look than Regina. -
Kim Kenyon does it? I haven't spent much time in Regina.
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Janet Guthrie From your photos (as I have not visited Saskatoon yet!) Saskatoon seems to have a more modern edge. The cool design of the art museum,Janet Guthrie From your photos (as I have not visited Saskatoon yet!) Saskatoon seems to have a more modern edge. The cool design of the art museum, the edgy architecture of the business buildings behind it, the sparkling river, those fabulous bridges, lawns and that Paris feel. Regina on the other hand seems like a supersized prairie town set out on a grid, buildings are older more concrete, less glass, no river but instead the beautiful Wascana Lake a sort of a New York Central Park feel, (although Wascana Park is more than twice the size at 9.3 square kilometres). Regina has the legislature. Perhaps the sense of difference that there is between Calgary/Edmonton. More ...
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Kim Kenyon That is really interesting. I have noticed some similiarities between Saskatoon & Regina and Edmonton & Calgary as well.
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