Available on the Story City App, this short self-guided walk is under 1km and takes about 20 minutes. If you have ever looked at the city skyline and wondered if you could build a legacy through real estate? Then this monopoly-styled walking challenge is you. The journey explores the city’s heritage, architecture and public art installations…
Category: Urban Hiking
Best Dog Friendly Urban Hike | River Park
Our furry friends are part of our social circle, like a shadow they go where we go. Urban hiking is a social activity. It provides an opportunity to connect with friends and family. You can also engage with the community while exploring the urban environment. Calgary has 157 public off-leash areas totalling 1145 hectares, some of the most in North America.
Best 5K Inner City Urban Hike
This urban hike should take approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes. Featuring lookouts of the city skyline, green space, heritage buildings, public art, and urban design. It explores the historic residential community of Mount Royal, the retail and entertainment district along 17th Avenue and 4th Street.
Benefits of Urban Hiking | Evamy Ridge -Stepping it Up
Urban hiking is an active way to experience our everyday environment. It can involve exploring parks and green spaces. Hikers navigate city streets, sidewalks, and other areas within the urban landscape. Appreciating the spaces where we spend most of our time is important. It can contribute to a more positive mindset and improve mental health….
Best Urban Trail for Fall – Weaselhead Flats
The City of Calgary maintains approximately 1000 km of regional pathways and 96 km of trails. These pathways and trails allow you to explore the mix of natural and curated landscapes. With so much to explore, we feature a unique place to escape the city without actually leaving it. Tucked in the southwest, the Weaselhead Flats Natural Environment Park is a gem of urban wilderness.
The Urban Explorer 