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What to do and see in Red Deer, Canada: The Best Free Things to do
Discover the best top things to do in Red Deer, Canada including Kerry Wood Nature Centre, Norwegian Laft Hus, St. Mary's Parish, Kin Kanyon Park, City Hall Park, Great Chief Park, Bower Ponds, Waskasoo Creek Trail, Three Mile Bend Recreation Area, Red Deer Farmer's Market.
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1. Kerry Wood Nature Centre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 182 reviews
Sitting adjacent to the 300 acre Gaetz Lakes Sanctuary, the Kerry Wood Nature Centre is the gateway to Waskasoo Park. Enjoy 5 kilometers of walking /snowshoeing trails in the Sanctuary or set out on an urban nature adventure through Waskasoo Park. The nature centre has interactive exhibits, a Discovery room, gift shop, and The Imagination Grove and Harmony Garden; a nature-based outdoor playspace and Alberta's first fully-accessible music park.
Reviewed By sha0wuc - Edmonton, Canada
When we visit Red Deer, I often bring my girls here to play at the musical garden. Today we also went for a stroll behind the building. The lookout beside the lake provided stunning views. The hiking trail is well paved and the wooden lookout/boardwalk is probably one of the best ones I have seen in Alberta. New, clean, safe for toddlers to explore on their own (wont fall into water) and yet they made lots of windows for you to see the lake. My girls spent a long time there. To get to the said lookout, you go behind the building to the storybook loop. You go counter clockwise (so you enter the loop on your right), about 3 min in you will see the path to this lookout on your right.
2. Norwegian Laft Hus
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 17 reviews
The Norwegian Laft Hus is a replica of an 18th century sod roof Norwegian farm house. It functions as a museum and culture centre that preserves and interprets Norwegian culture. Our museum is home to many Norwegian artifacts, and traditional hand made crafts. Our society also works to preserve the culture by offering a wide variety of classes and workshops to teach the pubic about Norwegian culture. Join us for our annual Norwegian events such as our bake sale and festival fun for the whole family! Details can be found on our website.
3. St. Mary's Parish
4. Kin Kanyon Park
5. City Hall Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 139 reviews
Reviewed By KMitchell420 - Red Deer, Canada
City Hall is in the Center of Red Deer. Perfect for a picnic or a place to stop and relax amongst all the Beautiful Flower Beds ona warm summers day or evening.
6. Great Chief Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 10 reviews
7. Bower Ponds
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 345 reviews
Reviewed By I4013YYrebeccas
Bower Ponds is a must visit for anybody in Red Deer. You can rent pedal boats in the summer and ice skate in the winter. It is a beautiful spot with paved trails for walking and has a huge playground with rubber footing for kids to play. There is an indoor pavilion with washrooms and a concession. This is not always open so check times before you go. It also has an outdoor stage and hosts numerous concerts during the summer months. I find it the most beautiful in the fall. It is also situated next the river with easy access via bike or walking trail. Dogs are welcome on leash. Be cautious of the Canada Geese in the spring and keep your distance. Always so cute to see the goslings.
8. Waskasoo Creek Trail
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 10 reviews
Reviewed By awayIgo2travel - Red Deer, Canada
The trail system in Red Deer is incredible and safe. I use it regularly and thankful it is in our city and well maintained.
9. Three Mile Bend Recreation Area
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 28 reviews
Reviewed By jacqblanmich - Blackfalds, Canada
This is a nice place to go relax & just enjoy the outdoors. I enjoy going for walks and taking in the beauty.
