Description: There are a few wonderful walks that we can do from Confederation Park. We'll travel along the pathways in Confederation Park and into the surrounding neighbourhoods. Meet Place: Meet at the Confederation park official parking lot on 10 St NW, just north of 23 Ave on the west side of 10th (near Rosemont Community […]
Description: This is a moderate hike with options to hike higher making the hike more strenuous. No matter how far you go you'll enjoy panoramic views, with some off-trail hiking up to Pocaterra Ridge. Meet Place: Shell Station, across from COP Directions: We will drop cars at Little Highwood Pass and then carpool to Highwood Pass […]
Description: Explore Calgary’s eclectic neighbourhood! The hike starts along the Bow River Pathway and travel past the Harvie passage watercourse. We'll connect to the RiverWalk and travel the eclectic Ramsay side-streets, to big Rockies views atop Scotsman's Hill with a final stop at Good News Café or Heritage Coffee Roasters for those who have time […]
Description: This Parks Canada Trail is well maintained and allows for beautiful views of many gorgeous peaks and Egypt Lake. The start of the trail keeps you shaded from the summer sun as you gradually climb. The hike starts with a wide, rolling trail that narrows as you go. The lush forest and the bridge […]
Description: This hill trek leads to panoramic views of the entire city of Calgary. Wildlife, wildflowers, a medicine wheel and sweeping green grasses make it hard to believe all this is in the heart of the city. Meet Place: Park in an official Nose Hill Parking lot on 14 Street at Berkley Gate, NW Bathroom: […]
Walk with Lori! Join author Lori Beattie for a FREE guided walk from her book, Calgary's Best Walks! Calgary's Best-selling author is back, and this time she is taking it on the road. Come talk to Lori Beattie about her book Calgary's Best Walks and then join her on a walkabout from the library. Bring […]
Description: Burstall Pass trail winds through forests and willow flats near the Burstall Lakes then climbs to alpine meadows and golden larches. Meet Place: Meet at the Shell Gas station across from COP on Hwy 1 (Trans Canada) or at the trailhead (exact trailhead driving instructions will be given closer to the date) Directions: Burstall Pass […]
Description: We’ll walk about 10-12 km from South Calgary, through Mount Royal, and along 4 Street in Mission before following the Elbow River Pathway as we loop back to our starting point. Meet Place: Meet at Our Daily Brett Café Bathrooms: Yes, at café Post-Walk Coffee Stop (Optional): Our Daily Brett
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 Buddist Stuppa. […]
Description: Hidden pathways, stairs, and hills, river trails, interesting architecture, amazing views from multiple escarpments including overlooking Stampede Park from Scotsman's Hill and some tasty post-hike treats to warm us up! Meet Place: Meet in the park at the corner of 30 Avenue and Roxboro Glen Road, SW. Free, no restrictions, parking on 30 Avenue […]
Description: Traveling quiet tree-lined side-streets past pop-bottle stucco homes, we'll follow river trails, past the zoo and then north along Nose Creek before heading in Renfrew and navigating side streets to escarpment trails where we'll enjoy the fantastic city centre views. You can expect a mix of narrow side trails, stairs, hills, and sidewalk trekking. […]
Description: This trail goes by secluded Jewell Falls and has beautiful views of Barrier Lake. We'll climb to the top of Yates Mountain where a fire lookout is perched, and have lunch before looping back on the Prairie View Trail. Meet Place: Shell Station across from COP Directions: We'll meet in Calgary and carpool or you […]