Description: Offering unobstructed views of the Bow River Valley and the prairies beyond, this urban walkabout offers the perfect vantage point to get the lay of the land in Calgary. Navigating a mix of forested single-track trails, quiet side streets, and paved pathways, walkers soak up spectacular vistas and we'll check out the Buddhist Stuppa. […]
Description: Explore Calgary’s eclectic neighbourhoods! This relatively flat hike starts with a climb to a spectacular view of the Saddledome and the downtown core. Historic neighbourhoods, the Bow River, and some funky window shopping are all part of this walk. Want to join us? Scroll down to the bottom for the registration and fee options […]
Description: We'll connect the neighbourhoods of Britannia, Elboya, Windsor Park and Bel-Aire before taking a chalkboard mural pathway to the Glenmore Reservoir. I'll show you a primo picnic spot on a secret pathway overlooking the Elbow River and Glenmore Dam before we cross the Dam and follow the single-tack trails along the Elbow River below […]
Description: This urban walk leads to panoramic views of the entire city of Calgary from Calgary's highest point. Nose Hill Park is 11 square km of sweeping grasses, aspen-filled coulees, wildlife, and colourful wildflowers from Spring through Fall. Meet Place: Park in an official Nose Hill Parking lot on Shaganappi Trail at Edgemont Blvd. Bathroom: […]
Description: We'll hike to the popular Elbow Lake and beyond to the beautiful, peaceful, and rarely-visited Rae Lake. We'll check out Edworthy Falls en route to Rae Lake, which is nestled below the north end of Mt. Rae and the east of Tombstone Pass and surrounded by golden larch trees in the fall. Meet Place: Shell […]
Join Lori and MLA Nagwan Al-Guneid Hosted Nagwan Al-Guneid, MLA for Calgary-Glenmore, this FREE family-friendly gathering invites you to Walk or Bike a section of the Glenmore Reservoir path. Lori will lead a guided 3.5 km walk along the reservoir pathway and into surrounding neighbourhoods. This is a family-friendly walking and biking event/. Everyone is […]
Description: We’ll follow the Jackrabbit Trail as it skirts the Glenmore reservoir along a hidden wooded pathway with rolling hills. We'll continue along a mix of paved and gravel pathways through the Weaselhead trail system. Registration & Fees: Want to join us? Scroll down to the bottom for registration and fee options. Meet Place: Park […]
Description: This stunning hike to Chester Lake is followed by a climb past the Elephant Rocks to Three Lakes Valley, where fossils, more larch trees and stunning views await! Meet Place: Shell Station on Hwy 1 at COP (see map below) Directions: Hwy 1 (Trans Canada) west to Hwy 40. Continue along Hwy 40 to the […]
Description: This scenic trail takes you to breathtaking views of the front ranges. Mount Lipsett trail is a moderately challenging summit hike near Highwood Pass with remarkable views of the surrounding mountain landscape. It's a great hike to experience classic Highwood region ecology which changes as you gain elevation. In the fall, golden hues blanket […]
Description: Offering unobstructed views of the Bow River Valley and the prairies beyond, this urban walkabout offers the perfect vantage point to get the lay of the land in Calgary. Navigating a mix of forested single-track trails, quiet side streets, and paved pathways, walkers soak up spectacular vistas and we'll check out the Buddhist Stuppa. […]
Description: This hilly trek travels through North Haven, under 14 Street through a mural-covered tunnel to Nose Hill Park. We'll climb to panoramic views of the entire city of Calgary from atop Calgary's highest point. Wildlife, Rockies views, hundreds of types of flowering plants from May through October and in the fall, golden aspens and […]
Walk with Lori! Join Lori Beattie, best-selling author of Calgary’s Best Walks for a FREE guided 6-7 km city walk with hills. You’ll connect neighbourhoods, parks, pathways, and hidden stairways while chatting with interesting people from around the city and the world. Lori's guidebooks will be for sale at the start and end of the […]