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What to do and see in Edmonton, Canada: The Best Nature & Parks
As North America’s northernmost large metropolis, Edmonton is a fascinating study in contrasts — a vibrant urban center in the heart of the wilderness. It’s a city that’s never been afraid to do things a little differently, as visitors discover through close encounters with free-roaming bison, a shopping mall that spans more than 48 city blocks, and a dynamic arts and culture scene that embraces more than 40 annual festivals, including the continent’s biggest and wildest Fringe Theatre Festival.
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1. Oxford Park
2. Patricia Ravine Trail
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 4 reviews
Reviewed By 17KAG - Edmonton, Canada
We have been walking the trails in the Edmonton River Valley for 40 years and this has become our favourite hike, spring, summer, winter and fall. Parking is on the street up top and you hike down a steep hill towards the path along the river. Views are tremendous, as is the birdlife. You can end your trip at the Fort Edmonton footbridge and double back. Or you can extend it by going across this bridge to the South side of the river and through the Riverbend neighbourhood to Terwillegar Park. Once in Terwilligar you have more options, but we chose to circle back through the floodplain and back up Patricia Ravine to our car.
3. Belgravia Park
4. Giovanni Caboto Park
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
Reviewed By robbygc - Toronto, Canada
This is my second time to visit the Giovanni Caboto Park. Last time I was focusing on sports. Everyone had fun. However, the statue in the Giovanni Caboto Park hunted me. There were many rock benches and tables. Still, there was no one saying high to him. He stayed on this bench, playing cards by himself. Nothing makes him happy. Although there is a playground, a fountains and sports. He still lonely. That happens to many elderly people. So sad!
5. Beaumaris Lake
6. Elkwater Townsite
7. Muttart Conservatory
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 783 reviews
The Muttart Conservatory is unique at first sight. This innovative botanical garden sets the pace for plant science in western Canada and defines Edmonton’s skyline with striking glass pyramids rising from the river valley.
Reviewed By GallantJ - Alberta, Canada
We visited the Muttart Conservatory in April 2015 with children ages 8, 5 and 5, along with Grandparents. It was absolutely beautiful and I recommend visiting if you get a chance, especially in the winter when it feels warm and tropical during an otherwise cold day outside. During our visit, the Corpse Flower had just started to bloom (it only blooms about every 2 years). It was only the second time it had ever bloomed at Muttart so we felt fortunate to see it. Once it opens fully it only lasts a few days, so the timing was great. It stunk like a dead corpse, which added to excitement of the visit, especially for the kids, and my mom who is a flower enthusiast. Overall, a great visit. It's a beautiful venue with an amazing collection of plants and flowers.
8. Elk Island National Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 600 reviews
Reviewed By 921adriank
I spent one whole day hiking in the park. I hiked various trails. When I arrived to the park, I stopped by the visitor center. The park staff was friendly and made some good recommendations to me. I saw lots of bisons on Bison Loop Road. I saw lots of beavers and different kind of birds while hiking. I recommend bringing insect repellent. I ran into a lot of mosquitos in some areas of the park. Some trials were very muddy - bring good hiking shoes with you. I preferred traditional hiking trails than the ones in the Astotin Lake Area. The recreation area was crowded, loud, and there was a lot of smoke from grilled food. I had lunch at the Golf Course Cafe. The food was very average
9. Mill Creek Ravine Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 142 reviews
Reviewed By Phil_EDMT - Edmonton, Canada
Mill Creek has new bridges and updated trails. Very kid and dog friendly. If you have a bike, and if you like to walk, you can make it all the way to the Muttart Conservatory, to the Nort Saskatchewan River or a little further to downtown Edmonton. Great for bird watching as well!
