Travel & Tourism By WorldWeb.com    
Travel Search Find Now  Add Review
Edmonton & Area LodgingEdmonton & Area ActivitiesEdmonton & Area TransportationEdmonton & Area ReviewsEdmonton & Area Restaurants & BarsEdmonton & Area ShoppingEdmonton & Area Rental ServicesEdmonton & Area Sights & Attractions
EventsMapsPhotosFeature ArticlesDestinationsItinerary Maker
Edmonton & Area Parks & Gardens
A WorldWeb.com travel guide to Parks & Gardens in Edmonton & Area, Alberta.
Home > Canada > Alberta > Edmonton & Area > Sights & Attractions > Parks & Gardens
  Hotel Reservations
 
  Hotel Location
  Hotel Name (optional)
  Check-In
calendar
  Check-Out
calendar
  Rooms   Adults   Children
   
  Find a Hotel
  spacer
 
  • My Reservation History
  • Lodging Directory
  • Cancel a Reservation
  • Currency Converter
  •   spacer
      Car Reservations
    Great rates on car rental reservations worldwide.
      Car Rental Reservations
      Top Destinations
  • Edmonton
  • Fort Saskatchewan
  • Leduc
  • Sherwood Park
  • Spruce Grove
  • St. Albert
  • Stony Plain
  •   View Vacation Destinations
      Visitor/Street Maps
       
      List of Visitor Maps
    SpacerVisit WebsiteSpacerItinerarySpacer
    Devonian Botanic Garden

    This picturesque attraction features over 10,000 species of plants showcased over 80 acres. An authentic Japanese garden, herb garden, large collection of peony, iris and lily; and 110 acres of nature trails and ecological and wetland reserves. Admission: Adult $11; Senior (Over 60)$8; Student (with valid ID)/Youth(13-17)$6; Children (7-12)$3;discount on non-holiday Mondays. Open early Summer(Jun 2- 29) daily 10 am - 6 pm; Summer (June 30 - Aug 31) daily 10 am - 9 pm; Fall (Sept 1-Oct 8) daily 10 am - 6 pm.
    Address: Hwy. 60, 15 minutes from West Edmonton Mall Devon  AB  T6G 2E1
    Send an Email Send an Email (81) Telephone 1 780 987-3054 
     

    SpacerItinerarySpacer

    Elk Island National Park
    Canada’s first federal wildlife sanctuary, established in 1906. Bison, elk, moose and deer roam together in this this national park boasting more than 250 species of birds. Wildlife viewing, hiking, picnicking or camping, are among the abundant recreational activities. Open year-round. Admission: $5 adult, $4.25 sen, $2.50 child, $12.50 group. (Prices are subject to change). 40 km east of Edmonton on Hwy. 16, 992-2950 or 922-5790.
    Address: 45 km (28 miles) east of Edmonton on Yellowhead Highway 16, Alberta.
     

    SpacerView on MapSpacerItinerarySpacer

    Legacy Park
    Legacy Park in downtown Fort Sask has 7.5 acres of riverfront greenspace and also offers a bandshell and picnic facilities. In the summer time, it's typical to come across a herd of sheep in and around the park.
    Address: . Fort Saskatchewan  AB  Canada
     

    SpacerView on MapSpacerItinerarySpacer

    Kingswood Park
    Kingswood Park is available for day use and features washrooms, a picnic area, a canoe launch and a skating rink in winter. The park also offers access to the trails in Red Willow Park.
    Address: . St. Albert  AB
     

    SpacerItinerarySpacer

    Rundle Park Paddleboats
    Located south of the family centre in Rundle Park, you can ride on a paddleboat and aqua-trike, in-line skate and play volleyball (rentals available); ice cream and firewood sales. Open 12-9 pm on June weekends and 12-9 pm every day in July and August, weather permitting.
    Address: 2909 - 113 Ave. Edmonton  AB
    Telephone 1 780 456-8906 
     

    SpacerItinerarySpacer

    Centre in the Park
    The multi-use recreational facility offers both buildings and retail spaces alongside parks, walkways and an outdoor central plaza.
    Address: . Sherwood Park  AB  Canada
     

    SpacerItinerarySpacer

    River Valley Parks
    Edmonton is graced with the largest natural city park system on the continent, just south of downtown. The river valley parks offer many bicycle, hiking and cross-country ski trails and are the sites of frequent special events. For parks and event information call Edmonton Community Services
    Address: 10125 97 Avenue Edmonton  Alberta  T5K 0B3
    Telephone 1 780 496-2990 
     

    SpacerItinerarySpacer

    Strathcona Science Provincial Park
    The park offers 4.1 km (2.56 mi) of bike paths and 4.2 km (2.6 mi) of hiking trails. Other facilities include picnic tables and shelters, BBQ briquets, public phones and water supply. Recreational activities during the winter seasons consist of downhill skiing and tobogganing.
    Address: 10978 - 17th St. Edmonton  AB
    Telephone 1 780 922-3293 
     
    SpacerView on MapSpacerItinerarySpacer

    Red Willow Park
    This large urban park is popular throughout the year. Following the Sturgeon River Valley, Red Willow Park is best known for its scenery as well as the 40 km (25 mi) of multi-purpose trails that are used for walking, running, cycling, cross-country skiing and more.
    Address: . St. Albert  AB  Canada
     

    SpacerItinerarySpacer

    John Janzen Nature Centre
    Discover the natural wonders of Edmonton with interactive displays, interpretive programs and self-guided tours. Permanent exhibits include a beehive, frogs, fish, snakes and salamanders. Self-guided birch-tree and river loop nature trails are highlights -- if you encounter unusual tracks or wildlife on your visit, the John Janzen experts will help you identify your find. Admission: Child (2 to 12) $1.35; Senior/Youth (13 to 17) $1.65; Adult $1.90, Family $5. Summer hours (July 1 - Sept. 3): Open Mon - Fri 9 am - 6 pm, Sat, Sun & holidays 11 am - 6 pm.
    Address: Fox Drive & Whitemud Drive Edmonton  AB.
    Telephone 1 780 496-8787 
     

    SpacerItinerarySpacer

    Cooking Lake Blackfoot Recreational Area
    This 97 sq. km day use recreation area offers more than 170 km of trails for hiking, mountain biking, canoeing, cross-country skiing, dogsledding, snowmobiling, snowshoeing and horseback riding. 24 km east of Sherwood Park on Hwy. 16 to Range Road 210, south of Elk Island National Park, 922-4676.

     

    SpacerView on MapSpacerItinerarySpacer

    Lacombe Park Lake
    One of a number of parks in St. Albert, Lacombe Park Lake features trails, washrooms and picnic sites. Visitors can fish the lake in summer and use it for skating in the winter.
    Address: . St. Albert  AB
     

    SpacerItinerarySpacer

    Shikaoi Park
    Shikaoi Park is a Japanese garden filled with ponds and flowers and is named after Stony Plain's sister town of Shikaoi, Japan. It is a popular location for pictures and special occasions.
    Address: Next to the Town Office Stony Plain  AB  Canada
    Telephone 1 780 963-2469 
     

    SpacerItinerarySpacer

    Hawrelak Park
    This sprawling riverside park is a perfect place to enjoy nature in the city, and plays host to many of the city's festivals. The small lake is home to ducks and Canada geese in the summer, and is a wonderful place to skate in the winter. The Heritage Ampitheatre provides an open air venue for live performances.
    Address: 9330 Groat Rd.
    Telephone 1 780 496-4999 
     

    SpacerItinerarySpacer

    Lion's Park
    Lion's Park, which is situated in central St. Albert, features amenities such as a picnic area, washrooms, a playground and a baseball diamond. The park also gives access to the trails in Red Willow Park.
    Address: . St. Albert  AB
     

     
    Advertise | Add a Business - It's FREE! | Add a Review | Contact Us | Press Room | Terms Of Use | Privacy Policy

    Edmonton & Area Parks & Gardens ©1994-2008
    World Web Technologies Inc.