Bunchberry Meadows is a privately owned conservation area just west of Edmonton and north of Devon…read more From my home in the Windermere area, I was able to drive here in about 20-25 minutes, with easy access off the Henday. The turn in to the area from Range Road 261 is easy to miss, but once you make the turn, large signs tell you that you're in the right spot. The entire area is really well maintained, with a gravel parking lot, maps and concrete outhouses (which were very clean!). There are a number of trail loops, and if you do all of them, expect to walk about 9 km, or two hours. Depending on the trail route you select, you could walk much less than this.The trails are stamped down grassland or peat, and were easy walking, but I wouldn't recommend a stroller due to uneven ground. I was also more comfortable in hiking shoes than I would have been in sneakers or sandals. The whole trail system is very well marked throughout, with maps and pointers giving walking distances and times back to the parking lot at every trail fork. Along the trails there are placards with information about trees and wildlife in the conservation area, and I especially loved the birch forest - rare and beautiful. I visited in early September, and mosquitoes weren't an issue with some bug spray, but with marshy areas I would expect them to be out in full force during warmer months. I enjoyed my visit, and would definitely return, especially once the leaves start to turn in the fall. Note: dogs and bicycles are not permitted due to some of the sensitive habitats in the area.

Chickakoo Lake is such a gem! I visited here in a warm weekday afternoon in the fall and had a…read morewonderful time exploring the trails. There's a large parking lot for day hikers and picnickers, with clean washrooms and a some picnic table sites right on the water. There are a number of trail loops, all with fantastic signage and maps at every trail junction. Trails are ranked according to difficulty, with the advanced trail presenting some serious up and down hills to get your legs burning. The less hilly trails are great for families, and there are different lengths of trails depending on how much time you want to spend. The views of the different wetland areas along the trails were really beautiful, and we were even able to see a moose across one of the water bodies taking a drink. We loved hiking here for a couple of hours, and I saw some runners tackling the trails and hills - good for them!

How has no one written a review of Chickakoo lake yet?! This is an amazing multi use area just west…read moreof Edmonton. It has great trails of various lengths for walking, running, biking (off road trail use) and in the winter snowshoeing and some tracks for cross country skiing. You can also bring your horses here to trail ride as well. Keep in mind as I said multi use. They have information boards about local wildlife and plant life and boards throughout pin pointing where the trails are and their difficulty ratings. There is a lake you can fish in or just canoe or kayak on. Also available are above ground fire stands you can BBQ on. There is a playground for the kiddies and picnic tables available. Ample parking, camp ground style bathroom facilities as well. It's worth checking out anytime of year!

This is the second time I'm adding this business! Haha It's…read moremy favourite place for Kayaking, camping and just day trips! It's about 100K from downtown Edmonton! The water is pretty clean and motor boats are not allowed! So the best place for kayaking and relaxing! :) I highly recommend this place!

I paid over $600 for a booking in 2023, but to my disappointment, it was canceled by the…read moreresort--and I'm still waiting for a refund. What's most upsetting is that I chose this place again based on a fantastic stay I had back in 2021. I never expected things to take such a frustrating turn. It's incredibly disheartening to see what once felt like a trustworthy and enjoyable experience devolve into what now feels like a scam. I've tried reaching out multiple times, but the lack of response and accountability has been deeply disappointing. I sincerely hope they make this right, but until then, I can't recommend this resort to others. Beware: It seems like the resort has been rebranded with a new name. Not sure but could be another scam. https://www.wildernessriverresort.com/

Paid $550 way back when this scam was brand new. Bought as a wedding gift for my daughter and her…read morehusband. Here we are 3 years later still waiting for a refund after they shut down for renovations and the promise to be back with bigger and better. There has to be something we, who were robbed of our money, can do about this. PERHAPS WE CANT GET OUR MONEY BACK BUT WE COULD CAUSE THEM GRIEF, PAIN OR PERHAPS SMALL CLAIMS COURT. Is there a way for us to get together as a group and go to their property with news media and perhaps find a pro bono lawyer to give us direction. We should not let them off of the hook because they say they dont have the money to repay. This is fraudulent in my opinion and needs to be addressed!! I cant believe this has not been resolved. Its like it was just fine for this company to do what they did and then just walk away without resolve.

I understand that there are rules in society however if you can't make a meeting to be banned or…read moreblack listed due to not making a hike is unkind and unsupportI've. The leaders of this group need more empathy for members and life's challenge. they would have a better turn out rather than a ratio of over a thousand members and only the same 10 -15 people showing up and the other thousand looking at the residue pictures. clicky group which creates an unwelcoming environmen.

I decided a power walk at lunchtime is a great way to clear the mind and continue to enjoy summer…read morein YEG. I've been exploring a few different trails in Edmonton and this one is the closest to my house, so it's super convenient to walk at any time of the day. The trail goes along the top of the hill at Forest Heights and gives a great view of the city skyline, we actually watched the Canada Day fireworks from here and it was the perfect spot if you don't want to go all the way downtown. The path then takes a dip and you follow the road down to 98 Avenue and the Cloverdale area. Along the way, there are paths off to the side to take you down to the water or up to the main road. It looks like lots of keen cyclists use this path as they have created some cool additional trails with their tracks. You are quite secluded as the trees on either side completely hide the walkway from the main road. There are picnic tables and benches to stop and rest along the way too. Once at the bottom you are in Cloverdale and come to Central River Valley Park which appears well maintained and has a statue of George Francis Hustler. Nice spot for a rest, or continue on to Henrietta Muir Edwards Park. Or like me, turn back and tackle the hill back up! This walk has a mixture of couples out a stroll, keen runners, cyclists and even older ladies out to keep fit. I wouldn't take a little kid on this trail as it is very steep in parts.