Tag: exploring

An Urban and Nature Sanctuary | Inglewood

This destination for culture and recreation is walkable and bike-friendly. The community of Inglewood provides space to educate while preserving our shared heritage and the environment. Home to nature reserves, iconic institutions and over 400 buildings constructed before 1914. This guide highlights the history of the area and the best places to explore.

Urban Hike for Halloween | Reader Rock Garden

Reader Rock Garden is an internationally praised garden and a national historic site. This hidden gem a must see for bikers riding the pathway around Stampede Park. Its connection to Union Cemetery makes it a great place to explore—not just with your feet, but with your imagination.

Recreation and Heritage Park | Glenmore Reservoir

Circling the Glenmore Reservoir reveals one of Calgary’s most layered urban landscapes. Over roughly 15 kilometres, the pathway system connects recreational spaces, protected natural areas, major civic infrastructure, and one of Canada’s largest living history museums.

Biking Mohkinstsis | The Elbow River– Where Calgary Comes Together

A scenic 9 km journey that takes you from Sandy Beach along the Elbow River to its confluence with the Bow. This guide uncovers Calgary’s cultural heritage and our shared connections to the land. It highlights significant historical sites, community gathering spots, and evolving neighborhoods.

Trans Canada Trail – RiverWalk | Centre Street Bridge

Centre Street Bridge is an iconic Calgary landmark and a historically vital transportation artery to the heart of the city. This destination on The City’s 900 km network of pathways includes the RiverWalk and the 29,000 km Trans Canada Trail. This system connects communities, people, and nature, making it a great place to explore on foot or by bike.

Best Dog Park and Urban Hike | River Park and Sandy Beach

Our furry friends are part of our social circle, like a shadow—they go where we go. Urban hiking is a social way to experience the city, bringing people and their furry friends together to explore local spaces, discover hidden gems, and connect with their community.

Best 5K Inner City Urban Hike

This urban hike should take approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes. You will explore the historic residential community of Mount Royal with retail and entertainment districts along 17th Avenue and 4th Street. This curated urban experience features scenic viewpoints, heritage buildings, lively streets, public art, and thoughtful urban design.

Best Stair Workouts in Calgary (And Why Evamy Ridge Is #1)

The most effective stair workouts in Calgary—and the only one that turns effort into a complete urban hiking experience. It isn’t just about getting steps in—it’s about turning the city’s stair climbs, skyline views, historic streets, and public art into something more rewarding.

Old School

Calgary is successfully preserving examples of its sandstone construction boom. This is achieved through the ongoing use and adaptive reuse of its historic schools built between 1894-1914.