Permanent Trails

Permanent Trails – Routes that can be walked at your leisure.

The Volkssport clubs of Alberta have over 70 PTs across the province.   That’s a compelling reason for out of town walkers to visit Alberta for a few weeks and experience some terrific walking.

Link to Google maps for walk start points, ratings (explanation of ratings available under FAQ tab), link to route directions, contact person, and the Online Registration form and other information relating to these events can be found below and in the annual Program Guide available at most walks. Many PTs have multiple routes so if printing them be careful to select the correct route if you are trying to complete a special program (Further details on these programs available at walks.ca ) 

Online Registration form means the instructions need to be downloaded/printed first, along with the Online registration form. “By downloading these instructions you and all members of your party are agreeing to our terms, which include signing our waiver before you start your walk.” Once the walk is completed the form along with payment is sent to the person designated on the form, for credit. Check the form for full details.

A few walks still have an onsite walk box as well as an Online Registration option. If you are planning on using any of the limited local walk boxes pay careful attention to the opening times.

VAA  is very proud of the walks in Alberta and would love to add more each year.  If you have an idea for a new route contact us and hopefully we can make it happen.

Barrhead, Medicine Hat, Northern Lights and St Albert organize group walks during the week, when able. The latter two post their walks weekly to the Scheduled walk tab on this website. If you are in Barrhead or Medicine Hat please contact them to join their group walks.

ALBERTA WALK LOCATIONS

Airdrie

PT334 AIRDRIE With a population of over 77,000 just north of Calgary. This route follows the Airdrie trail system winding through parks and along creeks and streams.

Banff

PT112 BANFF Is a resort town and one of Canada’s most popular tourist destinations. Known for its mountainous surroundings and hot springs with a resident population of over 8000. This PT features several routes in the town of Banff. See descriptions below.

Banff PT112 ROUTE A is an easy walk through downtown Banff, up to the Banff Springs Hotel and Cascade Gardens. Rated 1B.

Banff PT112 ROUTES B & C explore a number of historic sites throughout the town. Rated 2B. 

Banff PT112 ROUTE D VERMILION LAKES are a chain of lakes located immediately west of Banff town site.  The route provides great views of Mount Rundle and Sulphur Mountain, among others. Rated 1B  

Banff PT112 ROUTE E CAVE AND BASIN Trek up to the Cave and Basin, birthplace of the Canadian National Park System.  Natural warm mineral springs can be found inside and outside.  There are steps and boardwalks. Rated 2B

Banff PT112 ROUTE F SUNDANCE CANYON This is a long walk and the 2 km at the end makes it worthwhile, assuming you are up for the tough 2 km hike through the narrow canyon. Rated 1B & 3C

Banff PT112 ROUTE G This additional in town route takes you to the Banff Springs Hotel and lovely Cascade Gardens and past the Indian Trading Post to the Warner Horse Stables.  Rated 1B. 

BANFF PT317 – SEASONAL  SULPHUR MOUNTAIN  named for the two sulphurous hot springs found on its lower slopes, will amaze you with awe-inspiring 360-degree views of six mountain ranges.

BANFF PT337 – SEASONAL  The HOODOOS are rock formations that have been created through the natural process of erosion by water and wind. These are located in the Bow River Valley near The Banff town site.

PT340 SEASONAL TUNNEL MOUNTAIN This walk takes you to the summit of Tunnel Mountain with breath taking views of the town of Banff. Although only 5500 feet in altitude above sea level, the summit is a magnificent viewpoint, revealing the Bow River Valley both east and west. 

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Barrhead

PT114 BARRHEAD is a vibrant town of just over 4500 people, about an hour north west of Edmonton, nestled beside the Paddle River.

Beaumont

PT316 BEAUMONT originally a French farming community, it’s now a city with over 19,000 people. It is named for the “beautiful hill” on which St. Vital Church, built in 1919, is located within the centre of the city. 

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Calgary

PT060 CALGARY This PT follows the Elbow River and goes through some very upscale neighborhoods.   

PT061 CALGARY    Route A & B start from the Repsol Sports Centre. Routes C & D starts downtown

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Camrose

PT033 CAMROSE is a scenic community of over 19,000 people with many parks, leading to its moniker “The Rose City”.

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Canmore

PT075 CANMORE The town of Canmore borders Banff National Park.  It is surrounded by mountains making it one of the most impressive mountain towns in the world. Most routes provide excellent views of the Three Sisters Mountains and the Bow River.  
Route A 11 km. Mountainside route on multiway trails, some stairs and wooded hiking trails.  Poles may be useful.
Route B 11 km.  In town route on multiway trails, sidewalks and gravel trails. 
Route C 10 km.  Scenic route goes partially in reverse of Route B, on trails surrounding the original townsite with a major portion of the walk along the Bow River. 
Route D 5 km.  On multiway trails and sidewalks around town.
Route E 6 & 7 km across the highway along Cougar Creek on gravel trails, multiway trails and sidewalks.  The 7 km route should only be completed when there is no snow or ice.  For the 7 km route, poles recommended for the portion on a wooded hiking trail.
Route F 5 km On trails along the Bow River and creeks surrounding the eastern portion of the original townsite.

Cardston

PT145 CARDSTON was founded in 1887 by members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. It has a population of over 3000. It is situated 77 Km southwest of Lethbridge and 25 km north of Montana.

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Chickakoo Lake/Onoway

PT223 CHICKAKOO LAKE RECREATION AREA SEASONAL SNOWSHOE AND SKI Hike the remainder of the year.

Cochrane

PT364 COCHRANE  The town of over 25,000 residents is located 18 km west of the Calgary city limits along Highway 1A. It is one of the fastest growing communities in Canada.  The town is surrounded by Rocky View County.

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Cold Lake

PT076 SEASONAL COLD LAKE has a population of over 15,000. The lake is one of Alberta’s largest and deepest lakes (the 7th largest in the province to be exact) and provides endless opportunities for fishing, boating and camping. 

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Crowsnest Pass

PT224 SEASONAL CROWSNEST PASS an amalgamation of 5 communities in 1979 to form the municipality of Crowsnest Pass with a population of over 5500. Known for the tragedy that struck in 1903, when the tip of Turtle Mountain broke loose and decimated part of the Village of Frank. The Frank Slide Routes A & B tour the slide area. 

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Devon

PT047 SEASONAL  DEVON  is a town with a population of over 6500 which sits on the banks of the North Saskatchewan River, 26 km southwest of Edmonton.

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Drumheller

PT335  DRUMHELLER The town of Drumheller, within the Red Deer River Valley in the Badlands, is located 110 km northeast of Calgary. This portion of the Red Deer River Valley is often referred to as Dinosaur Valley, because of the many fossils found there. 

Dunvegan

PT367 SEASONAL   DUNVEGAN is a historic site on the banks of the Peace River.

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Edmonton

PT012 EDMONTON East – The Jackson Heights walk goes through the Mill Creek Ravine and crosses a number of bridges
Jackie Parker goes through park and into walking trails in residential area. The Meadows uses great trails in the neighbourhoods of Tamarack and Maple

PT013 EDMONTON North Saskatchewan River – The park walk crosses the river twice on two wonderful pedestrian bridges, providing some of the best views of the river.

PT014 EDMONTON West –
Grange Glastonbury Rated one of the best new walks of 2020.
– 10 km Through the Woods and Over the Boardwalk Route explores both the Grange and Glastonbury including the beautiful boardwalk and nature trail around numerous man made lakes.
– 6 km Through the Woods explores the Grange and nature trails around numerous man made lakes..
– 6 km Over the Boardwalk Route explores the trails around Guinevere Lake crossing the boardwalk with terrific views.
Wedgewood 6, 6 & 10 km enjoys the many multi use trails in the beautiful Wedgewood Heights neighborhood, a trail taking you into the Wedgewood Ravine and through the Cameron Heights neighborhood.

PT034   EDMONTON Capital City This walk starts from the Kinsmen Sports Centre in the beautiful North Saskatchewan River Valley. It walks up the hill and around the Alberta Legislative buildings.
Route A  takes you through the legislative grounds, downtown and across the High Level Bridge.
Route B takes you through the legislative grounds and park areas.
Route C crosses the new Walterdale Bridge, explores Rossdale, the legislature grounds & returns through parks.
Route D takes you through the legislature grounds & crosses the High Level Bridge.
Route E is a nice preview of the legislative grounds.
Route F crosses the Walterdale Bridge and visits the legislative grounds.  

PT037 SEASONAL   EDMONTON Capilano Highlands
This walk in the lovely North Saskatchewan River Valley starts from Capilano Park in the east of the city.
Route A 10 km passes beautiful historic houses on Ada Boulevard in the Highlands neighbourhood before entering the river valley trails in Dawson Park.
Route B 5 km also passes through historic Highlands before looping back along trails along the river
Route C 10 km goes through Gold Bar and Rundle Parks, crossing back and forth on different bridges as it follows the North Saskatchewan River.
Route D 6 km passes through Gold Bar Park before winding its way on mainly paved trails past a small lake in Rundle Park

PT115   EDMONTON West Edmonton Mall This is a favourite walk for locals in the winter and also for visitors as they can tour West Edmonton Mall at the same time. If you want to walk without dodging people it is recommended that you start early enough to be done before the stores open.  

PT118   EDMONTON U of A This walk starts from the Kinsmen Sport Centre in the beautiful North Saskatchewan River Valley.  
Route A is an all season route through the U of A and along Saskatchewan Drive
Route B goes through the U of A then along river valley trails. Parts of the trail are subject to freezing due to springs in bank. It suggested that you walk this trail in the summer months.
Route C a great preview of the U of A and also follows a dirt path along the North Saskatchewan River.
Route D  explores more of the U of A Campus.
Route E explores the Rossdale neighbourhood via the new Walterdale bridge.
Route F trails along the river, out to the Cloverdale neighborhood and the Muttart Conservatory, returning through Nellie McClung  and Queen Elizabeth Parks and under the new Walterdale Bridge
Route G & H Explores the River Valley further East from an alternate Start point at Dawson park (see link below)

PT133         EDMONTON Wolf Willow
 Route A follows sidewalks in the residential  section of Wolf Willow. Beautiful expensive homes line the route. This route is an all season walk.
Route B follows the sidewalks of Wolf Willow and the Multi Use trails of the surrounding ravines.  It is best walked in the spring, summer and fall.
Route C  This walk is similar to Route B except you get to cross a fabulous Pedestrian Bridge and walk up a flight of 200 steps!
Route D & E 5 Km  These routes follows sidewalks in the residential  section of Wolf Willow. Beautiful expensive homes line the route. These routes are all season walks.
Route F 5 Km   Indoor track at Jamie Platz YMCA. Admission fee to use the track.  
Route G 5 km This route uses sidewalk and Multi Use trails in Wolf Willow

PT222      EDMONTON  Hermitage Park
Routes A & B – wind down into the beautiful North Saskatchewan River Valley.
Route C – is the least strenuous and tours residential areas.    
Route D & E – have a mixture of residential and pathways with both routes overlooking the North Saskatchewan River as the trail winds along the top of the bank, almost to the Henday Bridge. Fantastic views and great trails. 

PT226   EDMONTON Castle Downs This PT is based in North Edmonton and offers a choice of interesting routes. 
Route A – Goes around beautiful Beaumaris Lake and residential/park areas.
Route B – Stays around the lake, perfect when sidewalks are icy.
Route C – Explores the new military commemorative park areas in Griesbach, the old army base.
Route D – 5 km route around Beaumaris Lake
Route E – 5 km route through part of the military commemorative park in Griesbach
Route F – 7 km route through part of the military commemorative Park in Griesbach

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PT318   EDMONTON Twin Brooks This walk starts from the William Lutsky South Edmonton YMCA and winds through the Black Mud Creek trails and the sidewalks of Twin Brooks passing many beautiful yards and houses. 

PT336   EDMONTON South Central  The south central routes utilize the trails along the Whitemud Creek as it makes it way to the South Saskatchewan River. These 5 routes along the Whitemud and North Saskatchewan River are very stunning and varied.

PT339    EDMONTON Southwest The Windermere routes will take you by some of the most luxurious homes in Edmonton. You will see man-made waterfalls and ponds on the Heritage Valley route. While the Chappelle Gardens explores the many trails, parks and lakes in that area. 

PT341    EDMONTON Southeast (Summerside & Ellerslie) This permanent trail has 3 routes in southeast Edmonton. The Summerside walk goes by the largest man-made lake in the city and on a sunny day the beaches are full of people. The Mill Creek route follows the trails all along the Creek. Very woodsy and scenic. Explore the lakes and trails in the old and new parts of Ellerslie on the Ellerslie route.

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PT366    EDMONTON Blackmud Creek This walk goes by a number of man-made lakes and all along the creek. Three routes, one from the south, one from the north and one from the middle.

Edson

PT365    EDSON The town is located in Yellowhead County, 192 km west of Edmonton along the Yellowhead Highway. Residents of Edson are referred to as Edsonites.

Elk Island National Park

PT006    Explore the rolling hills and glassy lakes of Elk Island National Park, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve near Edmonton, which played an important part in the conservation of the Plains bison.

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Fort Saskatchewan

PT311    FORT SASKATCHEWAN was, in 1875, under the command of Inspector W.D. Jarvis. The North-West Mounted Police established Fort Saskatchewan as a fort on the North Saskatchewan River. The community was later incorporated as a village in 1899, a town in 1904, and a city in 1985.
Route A & B uses mainly paved trails around the Northeast part of the city including downtown and the historic old fort area. 
Route C uses mainly paved trails through parks and green spaces in the NE, includes a short section of dirt trail.
Route D – G  uses both paved and unpaved routes through the park areas and some residential on the south side of the city.
Route H Alternate Start Point Turner Park uses paved trails, crossing pedestrian bridge over river, longer distance also tours the small village of Lamoureux and a short tour of downtown.

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Fox Creek

PT116      FOX CREEK is located on Highway 43, approximately 259 km northwest of Edmonton. It was founded in 1971 and  has a population of over 1700.    

Grande Prairie

PT135   GRANDE PRAIRIE is the seventh-largest city in Alberta with a population over 67,000. It is located approximately 456 km northwest of Edmonton.    

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Hinton

PT331     SEASONAL HINTON, with a population of almost 10000,  is located 81 km northeast of Jasper and about 284 km west of Edmonton. The 5 km route follows the extensive Beaver Boardwalk around beaver ponds and in addition the longer route winds through the adjacent forest.  

Innisfail

PT342   SEASONAL   INNISFAIL is located in Central Alberta on Hwy #2 about 30 km south of Red Deer, its population is close to 8,000.  

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Jasper ALL ROUTES ARE CLOSED DUE TO FIRE DAMAGE

PT134 SEASONAL JASPER  Discovery Trail   The commercial centre of Jasper National Park, Jasper is located in the Canadian Rockies in the Athabasca River Valley, approximately 362 km west of Edmonton and 290 km north of Banff.

PT315 JASPER     Jasper National Park was established in 1907. The railway siding at the location of the future town site was established by Grand Trunk Pacific Railway in 1911
Route A goes around the town site.
Route B goes around Lake Annette (drive to start point).
Route C goes past Old Fort Point and around Lake Beauvert  passing Jasper Park Lodge.

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PT319 SEASONAL JASPER     Maligne Canyon Established in 1813, Jasper House was first a North West Company, and later Hudson’s Bay Company, fur trade outpost on the York Factory Express trade route to British Columbia. The route follows the river and there are views into the canyon from the trail. Register at Totem Sports and then drive 10 minutes to Maligne Canyon.  

Johnston Canyon

PT338 SEASONAL JOHNSTON CANYON This is one of the most popular walks in all the Rocky Mountains. The first 5 km (return) passes through a narrow canyon in which you will see two spectacular waterfalls. If you are up to seeing something very unique continue on up through the forest to the Ink Pots in Johnston Valley.  (12 km return). The Ink Pots are six clear greenish pools filled with spring water that remains at a constant 1-degree Celsius year-round. 

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Lacombe

PT360 LACOMBE is a great getaway from the busy urban environment into a truly natural surrounding of forest and wildlife.    
Routes A & B – takes you through natural areas
Route C & D – tours historic downtown, murals and natural area

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Lake Louise

PT343 LAKE LOUISE & LAKE AGNES: This route walks along beautiful Lake Louise and then the 12 km continues up a steep climb to Lake Agnes. This walk is at a very high altitude and may be closed due to snow. Perhaps the most beautiful walk in the Rockies. 
Parking at the lake is limited and once it is full there is no access. Options when parking lot is full:
Park Canada Shuttle from parking lot 8 km east of Lake Louise – reservations must be made online, walk-up seats are not available. Further details are available here: https://www.pc.gc.ca/en/pn-np/ab/banff/visit/parkbus/louise. or ROAM bus from Banff. reservations recommended.

BOW RIVER LOOP: This 5 km route wanders along the Bow River Loop Trail starting from the railway station and avoids the parking problems at the lake.

Leduc

PT016 EAST LEDUC is a city of close to 35,000. Located 33 km south of Edmonton on the Queen E Highway.  
TELFORD LAKE ROUTE Starts at the Leduc Recreation Centre and explores Telford Lake. The 10 km goes all around the lake.
CITY CENTRE ROUTE Starts at the Recreation Centre and goes downtown
MEADOWVIEW VIA CAMPGROUND Starts at the Recreation Centre and goes through the Lions Campground and Meadowview
CALEDONIA VIA CAMPGROUND Starts at the Recreation Centre and goes through the Lions Campground and Caledonia

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PT077 WEST LEDUC was first established in 1899, when Robert Telford, a settler, bought land near a lake which would later bear his name. It was on that piece of land where the new settlement would take root.  

Lethbridge

PT225 LETHBRIDGE is Alberta’s third-largest city by population of over 100,000. It is located 210 km southeast of Calgary 

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Medicine Hat

PT117 MEDICINE HAT  is a city of over 65,000 people in southeast Alberta. It is approximately 169 km east of Lethbridge and 295 km southeast of Calgary. 

PT074 MEDICINE HAT   The name “Medicine Hat” is the English translation of ‘Saamis‘ (SA-MUS) the Blackfoot word for the eagle tail feather headdress worn by medicine men or ‘Medicine Hat’. Prior to the arrival of Europeans, the Blackfoot, Cree and Assiniboine nations used the area for hundreds of years. 

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PT040 MEDICINE HAT   In 1883, when the Canadian Pacific Railway (CPR) reached Medicine Hat and crossed the river, a town site was established using the name from the Indian legends. 

PT333 MEDICINE HAT   The Medicine Hat landscape is dominated by the South Saskatchewan River Valley. In addition to this major river, both the Seven Persons Creek and Ross Creek empty into the South Saskatchewan River within the city boundary. The presence of these water bodies provide for a dramatic valley landscape with numerous cliffs and finger coulees throughout the city. 

PT362 MEDICINE HAT   Redcliff is situated at a high elevation relative to the surrounding landscape, the Town of Redcliff offers views of the South Saskatchewan River Valley, the city of Medicine Hat, and the Cypress Hills. The cliffs that overlook the river valley resemble badland formations.

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Millet

PT078  SEASONAL MILLET is a town  is located approximately 40 km south of Edmonton. The town has won nationally in the Communities in Bloom competition and markets its beautiful setting. With a population of over 1800.

Moraine Lake

PT344  SEASONAL MORAINE LAKE  is a glacially-fed lake in Banff National Park 14 km from the Village of Lake Louise. It is situated in the Valley of the Ten Peaks, at an elevation of approximately 6,183 feet. Being glacially fed, the lake does not reach its crest until mid to late June. When it is full, it reflects a distinct shade of blue, due to the refraction of light off the rock flour deposited in the lake on a continual basis.  
NO PRIVATE VEHICLE ACCESS. Shuttles and bus access only. For reservations and further details check website here: https://www.pc.gc.ca/en/pn-np/ab/banff/visit/parkbus/louise.

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Morinville/Legal

PT141  MORINVILLE is located 34 km north of Edmonton with over 10,000 citizens. The walk starts from the Morinville Fish and Game Pond and follows a paved trail along the edge of town and through residential areas to downtown. Check out the alternate route in the small community of Legal (under 1500), another 9 km north of Morinville, which celebrates Legal’s French heritage through over 35 murals.

Okotoks

PT142  OKOTOKS is another beautiful Alberta town situated 18 km south of Calgary. with a population of over 31,000. The route goes along the Sheep River and explores the downtown. 

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Peace River

PT368 SEASONAL PEACE RIVER is a town of over 6700 situated on the banks of the Peace River at its confluence with the Smoky River, the Heart River and Pat’s Creek.

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Red Deer

PT361  RED DEER Great getaway from the busy urban environment into a truly natural surrounding of forest and wildlife.
NEW!! Route A– 6 & 10 km South Bank Trail to Mackenzie Trail. (The trail explores – trails, streets, bridges, river and trees)
Route B – 5 km McKenzie Trail – (The trail explores – trails, streets, bridges, river, ponds and trees)
Route C – 10 km Coronation & Barrett Park Loop
Route D – 5 km Coronation & Barrett Park Loop
Route E -7 km Gaetz Lake Sanctuary & Michael O’Brien Wetland
Route F – 5 or 10 km alternate start point Red Deer Recreation Centre. Historical Walk in the Footsteps “Ghost Collection” Sculptures

PT363  RED DEER is located in aspen parkland, a region of rolling hills that is home to oil, grain, and cattle production. It is a centre for oil and agriculture distribution.  These routes take in the Heritage Ranch and Bower Ponds.

Sherwood Park

PT052  SHERWOOD PARK is the largest hamlet in Alberta with over 70,000 residents. located on the eastern boundary of Edmonton.  
Route A – Ball Lake – This 11 km walk crosses Ball Lake to an Island, by some very nice residential homes and then through Heritage Hills wetlands.
Route B 6 km – This walk goes to an island on Ball Lake.
Route C – This walk starts from the Strathcona Wilderness Centre located 20 minutes east of Sherwood Park on Range Road 212. The route winds around the wooded wilderness trails where moose and deer are frequently seen.  CLOSED IN WINTER.

PT314  SHERWOOD PARK In 1953, permission was received from the Municipal District of Strathcona for the development of the residential hamlet named “Campbelltown” and in September 1955, the first model homes were opened to the public. Later in 1956, the name of the hamlet was changed to Sherwood Park, because Canada Post would not approve Campbelltown, since there were several Canadian communities with similar names.
Route A – This route takes you to the only covered bridge in the Edmonton area and around a beautiful lake in Broadmoor Park. 
Route B – Broadmoor Park – This route goes around the beautiful lake in Broadmoor Park.
Route C – Walk to the covered Bridge, pictured below.
Route D – Walk Inside at Millennium Place – walk around the indoor track 43 times for a 10 km or 22 times for a 5 km walk. Admission fee required.  
Route E & F – Walk starts from the East parking lot D at Millennium Place – walk through the Centennial Park area on paved and natural trails.

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St Albert

PT002 ST ALBERT The Lakes The thriving community of St Albert, with a population of over 68,000, is adjacent to the City of Edmonton’s NW border.          
 Route A – Big Lake 
Route B – Heritage Lakes 
Route C – Big Lake via Levasseur 
Route D – Big Lake
Route E  – Big Lake: longer distance includes the John E. Poole  boardwalk
Route F – Big Lake, John E. Poole boardwalk, field and longer distance does some residential starts at Lois Hole Centennial Provincial Park
Route G – Riverside starts from St Albert Place parking lot
Route H – Lacombe Lake Park starts from St Albert Place parking lot
Route I – Riverside route starts from St Albert Centre, Entrance 4 near Cora (most likely to have the clearest trail in bad conditions)
Route J – Gray Nuns White Spruce Forest, Big Lake, John E. Poole boardwalk, and longer distance continues into the fields at Lois Hole Park, starts at Lois Hole Centennial Provincial Park
25 Km option –  this PT is also registered for a 25 km cycle, use the instructions from PT #32 below 

PT131 ST ALBERT  Historical was founded in 1861 by Father Albert Lacombe, who built a small chapel, the Father Lacombe Chapel in the Sturgeon River Valley. This chapel still stands to this day on Mission Hill. St. Albert first received its town status in 1904 and became a city in 1977.  
Route A – Art and History.  
Route B – Art and History. Includes historical notes. Starts at St Albert Place parking lot
Route C – Akinsdale and Forest Lawn ravine
Route D – Grandin and River walk
Route E – downtown and River walk, includes historical notes. Starts at St Albert Place parking lot  
Route F – Sturgeon and downtown. 
Route G – Braeside and Woodland walk. Starts at Kingswood Park  

PT132 ST ALBERT  Best Western        Located in the heart of downtown, St. Albert Place (photo) is the focal point of many community events and activities. Designed by world-renowned Canadian architect Douglas Cardinal, its sculptural symmetry mimics the curves of the Sturgeon River that runs behind it. There are no corners; only curves. Built in 1984, St. Albert Place was designed as a “people place”, housing a unique combination of civic government and cultural activity. (seen on Route A)
 Route A – walks around residential neighborhoods and along the Sturgeon River.
Route B –  winds around the northern residential and park areas..
Route C –  a very scenic route through the northern part of the city
Route D –  walk inside St Albert Centre
Route E – through residential and park areas
Route F – through residential and park areas

PT320 ST ALBERT Servus Place and SEASONAL SKI hike the remainder of the year
 Route A: through both east and west trails of River Lot 56 and residential streets.
Route B:  through River Lot 56 east side, some rough ground to get there and back.
Route C:  Indoor track available on third floor. Admission fee to use the track. 
Route D:  Cross Country Ski.   Refer to maps on trail heads of River Lot 56.  First location Poundmaker Road, second location Kingswood Park.  Make your own route for the distance you require using this map.
Route E: mainly on sidewalks and trails. Great for when River Lot is icy or has too many mosquitoes. 
Route F: starts at the Kingswood Park using multi use trails, sidewalks and River Lot 56
Route G : starting at Kingswood Park this route is all on well groomed trails in River Lot 56
Route H : Parkwood Akinsdale starts at Century Casino

PT032 SEASONAL ST. ALBERT Cycle          The Northern Alberta International Children’s Festival in St. Albert is one of the longest-running children’s festivals in North America, attracting over 40,000 participants over 5 days, at the end of May. During the five days of the Festival, children experience sights and sounds of many different cultures while learning through the medium nearest and dearest to their hearts – by playing!  

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Spruce Grove/Stony Plain

PT051 SPRUCE GROVE This city of nearly 40,000 is located 11 km west of Edmonton along Highway 16 or Highway 16A. The trail system that winds its way through the urban forest shows why the city deserves its name.

Stettler

PT279 This small town of just under 6000 was founded in 1905 and named after Carl Stettler, a Swiss immigrant, farmer, postmaster and town counselor.

Sundre

PT369 SEASONAL SUNDRE is a town of just under 3000 residents surrounded by Mountain View County. It was named after the home town in Norway of the first Postmaster. Approximately 100 km northwest of Calgary on the Cowboy Trail in the foothills of the Canadian Rockies.

Sylvan Lake

PT313 SYLVAN LAKE   This tourist town of just over 16,000 is located 25 km west of Red Deer along Highway 11 or Highway 11A. It is situated on the southeast edge of Sylvan Lake, a 15 km long freshwater lake 
ROUTE A:   scenic walk taking in the Lighthouse, pier and waterfront.
ROUTE B:  highlights of route A plus treed multi-use trail, RCMP station, Fire Hall and Town Hall.
ROUTE C: route A plus treed MUT and walks parallel to the Railroad tracks. 

Taber

PT345 TABER, A very pleasant walk on multi-use trails and sidewalks through some of  the residential areas, downtown and around the golf course.   

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Vegreville

PT332 VEGREVILLE A nice stroll through parks and sidewalks past the iconic giant pysanka. The 10 km has a short stretch through a nature area. 

Waterton

PT143 SEASONAL WATERTON VILLAGE In the heart of Waterton National Park is the Village. It’s scenically located on a small delta which is closely guarded by the Rocky Mountains to the north and west and Upper Waterton Lake to the east and south. Waterton Village is 56 km west of Cardston on Hwy 5.

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Wetaskiwin

PT017 WETASKIWIN  A small city of over 12,000, located 70 km south of Edmonton. Its name comes from the Cree word wÄ«taskÄ«win-ispatinaw, meaning “the hills where peace was made”.    

Whitecourt

PT111 WHITECOURT This town of just over 10,200 is located approximately 180 km northwest of Edmonton.   

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