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Top 6 Nature & Wildlife Areas in Calgary, Canada
The sophisticated city that grew out of the Canadian West, Calgary balances the modern and the traditional with pioneer charm. For the full western experience, show up in time for the annual Calgary Stampede, complete with rodeos. Year-round you'll find abundant shopping, dining and nightlife; a short drive away are some of Canada's finest national parks.
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1. Hidden Beach - Clothing Optional Area
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
2. The Calgary Zoo
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4.5 based on 4,462 reviews
From the splendor of the Rocky Mountains to the heart of Destination Africa, The Calgary Zoo takes you to see almost 900 animals from around the world. Trek through the gorilla’s rainforest, safari over the Savannah to watch the hippos swim, or climb the Canadian Wilds to see a grizzly bear. Cool off and get beak to nose with 4 species of penguins in our popular Penguin Plunge or visit endangered red pandas and amur tigers in Eurasia! Wind down your trip with a walk through our fragrant Dorothy Harvie Gardens or sit with the butterflies in ENMAX Conservatory. You'll love knowing that every visit helps protect endangered animals at home and in the wild. NEW in 2017 is the unique and immersive permanent Land of Lemurs exhibit. Coming in 2018 are the iconic giant pandas!
Reviewed By 672wadey - Lloydminster, Canada
We took kids here several times really enjoyed the displays the animals seem healthy and well taken care of , the dinosaurs part was a big hit for the kids and are wanting to go again with the grandkids
3. Pearce Estate
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4.5 based on 27 reviews
Beautiful park full of trails for hiking and biking.
Reviewed By O7059EArossm - Airdrie, Canada
Met a colleague and we had a walk in the park - simply amazing. I always drive by when I am on the Deerfoot - and I finally was able to experience what an amazing place in downtown Calgary / 20 out of 10
4. Inglewood Bird Sanctuary and Nature Centre
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4.5 based on 230 reviews
Reviewed By CuriousTraveller7777 - Calgary, Canada
We had a relaxing stroll with a group of friends along a river, tree branches left where they fell providing a natural habitat for the birds, lots of interesting information posted along the path.
5. Bow Habitat Station & Sam Livingston Fish Hatchery
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4.5 based on 104 reviews
The fish are biting at Bow Habitat Station! Explore hands-on exhibits in the Discovery Centre, feed thousands of fish in the hatchery (Fridays & Saturdays until 3 pm), go fishing in the Trout Pond (May 15-Oct 31), and take a stroll along the trails of the Interpretive Wetland. The experience will leave you hooked! Located five minutes east of downtown Calgary, Bow Habitat Station is a unique destination featuring Alberta's fish, wildlife and water. Open year-round, the facility is completely wheelchair accessible and fun for all ages. Free parking is available in the main lot for Pearce Estate Park. Access to the hatchery is through guided adventures only. Please visit bowhabitat.alberta.ca for up-to-date hours.
Reviewed By A5033FFtimk
We took our two children ages 10 and 11 to the Sam Livingston Hatchery and I must say... I think I had more fun than the kids. Their interpretive centre is very creative and educational. I learned a few things when I visited. The fish feeding was a great experience and the native fish of Alberta aquariums in the basement were as good as any larger West Coast City's displays. Plan on being there for at least 2-3 hours if you enjoy learning about fish habitat.
6. Ann and Sandy Cross Conservation Area
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 30 reviews
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