This neighborhood park is where we go when we want a change of scenery. This park has a shelter,…read moresome picnic benches, a toddler play area with smaller equipment, swings that parents can also sit on and many fun spinning things. It also has a bigger kid side so there is something for everyone. It's also a park friendly to disability's with some special equipment for that. Last time I came they were also in the middle of building a spray park there so next summer when it's done, or this summer perhaps? It's going to be awesome! This park also has a big hill for winter adventures or for summer rolling and running. They have a mini pathway for bikes or pretend play too. Although there's no parking lot, there is ample street parking. If you're in this area, check out this park!

Heat wave, schmeet wave! The best place in St. Albert to cool is definitely at Woodlands Water…read morePark. We have gone a few times this year, early June and it was quite cold to the plus 30 degrees and have a great time each time. As on now there are no capacity limits or lines ups which was great when it is so hot. There is a concession on site as well so if you want a cool treat it is covered. Bathrooms are also on site so please of for the love of all things that are fun have your children use the washroom. We went when a (hopefully) child left a log and the staff were quick to close the park down, clean the deck and the water treated. Also there is a nice sized park right in the same area and picnic tables. Lots of places to sit or there is lots of grass to lay a blanket down. But double thumbs up to the staff that monitor the park, they are the real mvps.

This continues to be my family's Favourite spray park!…read more It's not as large as some like Jackie Parker or Castle Downs but it is enclosed by a fence and has ample shade and grassy tree lined areas for a perfect siesta. There is also the snack shack and St Albert rec staff on hand at all times for first aid. Last summer we visited more than 20 spray/splash parks and this one still knocks it outta the park!

This was such an amazing place! We took our daughter here for the day in September. We came early…read moreand grabbed a daycamp site near the playground. She had such a blast! The playground is amazing so many neat things to do, climb, jump and explore. Seriously a great place to bring kids who are very active. We had a fire in the camp site and cooked our lunch and even set up a tent so we could relax and have a nap. We also went for a long walk along the river bank and just enjoyed nature. It was such a lovely day!

Great sites for picnic eventsfor large groups. Quite and beautiful lush area. Highly recommendedread more

Rundle Park is far from the closest river valley park to my home, but it's one that I frequent…read moreoften. Why? Disc golf! Rundle Park has the largest and most well-used disc golf course in Edmonton, and is home to Edmonton's disc golf league. For those that aren't familiar with disc golf, it's similar to traditional golf, in that you start at a tee, but the goal is to throw discs into baskets instead of hitting balls into holes. Disc golf has ramped up popularity since Covid restrictions were introduced, as it's an easy outdoor sport that has no green fees and allows for social distancing. I've played the course at Rundle many times and I still find it challenging. Some of the holes are fairly long, and have hazards like water or hills to keep you on your toes. Compared to the other courses I have played, Rundle could do a better job with signage to help players find the next hole, as some of the holes criss-cross each other a bit. The bathrooms in the family centre are open daily, and there are plenty of parking spots. Aside from disc golf, Rundle is huge. I've attended 5k races here, and they easily can stay within the park. There are playgrounds, and numerous picnic sites. On a recent Sunday, the park was full of people setting up makeshift picnic sites in the grass, and all the city-run picnic spots were fully of families. I will note that the mini-golf is no longer open, even though there are a few painted signs remaining in the park. Rundle is a wonderful place in the city to spend time with family and friends, and a perfect picnic destination.

LOVE me some Rundle Park…read more When I first moved to Canada, from Seattle, 14 years ago our townhouse was across the street. Now, the area is a bit rough but that's not Rundle Park's fault. The park itself is MASSIVE and contains the ACT pool, the clubhouse you can rent out for parties, paddle boats, lots of trails, views/access to river valley, and tennis courts open to the public for free. Not to mention the bumpy roller coaster feel of the road that will abuse your car but is oh so fun for bike riding. It's build on the old city dump so that's why the ground bubbles up all over the place! There's a golf course here though I've never had the pleasure. They also have outdoor mini golf but I've never tried that either. They also set up huge bails of hay here in the winter along the fence lines for awesome and relatively safe tobogganing! See you soon Rundle Park!

This is such a nice park and kind of hidden off the beaten path! My husband and I come here often…read morefor a nice walk when have some alone time. I love listening to the water so taking a stroll on the walking bridge is so soothing. The bridge is nice and wide so no worries for social distancing. And it's lit up at night too. There are a few lookout spots with benches. It's lovely at anytime of the year, summer winter spring and fall.

We decided this year to try a different park each time we go out for a picnic. With the weather…read morelooking questionable we went to Capilano Park which we have never been to, but is fairly close to my house. What a lovely spot to picnic at. Not large, but has 12 picnic sites, some with the BBQs..many of them in the trees where you feel more secluded from the city and the parking lot. There are bathrooms also for convenience. Lots of trails to walk, ride a bike, or push a stroller. Our only issue is that the BBQ pits are way too small. We could not fit enough wood in them to generate the proper heat to cook our smokies on. The are so narrow! Anyway, nothing large or glamorous. But if you need a few hours of solitude, this is the place for you...just pack your propane BBQ.

I really enjoyed this park in the past but I have to say when you're less mobile, it does take some…read moresleuthing to figure out where to access things to get a better walk close to the ravine. Beautiful at all times of the year and one of my most favourite winter events is held within this park. Being that I live decently close to this park, I was surprised the 3 access points to this park I've encountered were all massive stairs but none of them had signs for any options for accessible routes. Lovely benches always nearby the top of the stairs which I've enjoyed this summer and some being near smaller open parks, I've enjoyed watching the dogs. I wouldn't recommend using the stair routes unless you're looking for good cardio in your day otherwise after a long walk in the ravine, it is quite a hike back up (speaking from past experiences!). Today, I took a neighbourhood construction detour and wondered where everyone was going with bikes and dogs. It was like the whole neighbourhood was outside! I smartly followed the dog walkers and biker groups. Finally, flatter trails and easier slope access points to the park were wonderfully revealed. There's cement paths on the upper portions of millcreek and more gravel and dirt paths on the lower levels. Some beautiful places for photos - tons of people out there today for family and engagement photos with the beautiful fall colours and the lovely bridges. I really like millcreek ravine due to the mix use. There's a good mix of on and off leash trails for dog walkers. Good trails for all sorts of bikes. Decent paved trails for young families. Nice variation of walking paths for various fitness levels. Lovely way to connect with nature without driving out of the city. I do have to say with everyone outside, I was surprised that I was one of the few with a mask on in the park. Some areas the trails are so narrow, you're almost shoulder to shoulder passing by. The path I ended on was going in the direction of the pool but due to my limited walking distance stamina, I turned around way before reaching that. Had a great but unexpected chat with friends on my way back to my vehicle which of course was much closer than I actually thought (it's easy to loose track of how far you've gone so good to remember to charge up your phone before going into the ravine so you can check distances/path maps).

It's kinda my Go-To because it's close by. Endless trails…read more Sometimes they are mucky. If you don't like dogs, stay off the lower South trail that allows off leash access. There is one porta potty in the parking lot beside the Mill Creek pool turnoff. Lots of cyclists. Most of them use their bells to give you heads up. Some will shout..."On your left!'... I shout back, "I doubt that, pal. I voted NDP". I can walk 10 km through this park which gives me a pretty nice, safe workout. I also stop and smell the roses.

This is a totally amazing park! It's located just behind the Claireview Rec Centre. And there is…read morelots of parking, Bonus! Almost everything in this park is completely wheelchair accessible! Even some of the swings! Lots of things to climb on, some spinning things and lots of slides. And my favourite feature, the spongy rubber floor, no sand or wood chips! Also there is a huge shade cover with picnic benches so parents can stay cool In this heat . My daughter loved this park. We will be back!

Love this spray park!! It is a great safe, fun place to let the kids play. There are clean…read morewashrooms on site and plenty of grass to set up a pop tent or a picnic blanket. The spray park is a great size and is far enough from the playground that it is not full of sand. There is not a lot of trees which means not a lot of shade. I recommend bringing your own shade or getting there early to set up under a tree. A quick 10 min drive from Sherwood Park makes it a great free summer destination to take the kids.