River Valley Area loop

Hiking trails & Routes

Canada

Alberta

Edmonton

River Valley Area loop

Easy

3.0

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hikers

River Valley Area loop

01:23

5.12km

60m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: April 27, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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396 m

Government House Park

Highlight • Rest Area

Government House Park sits on the banks of the North Saskatchewan River, offering a peaceful escape within Edmonton’s river valley. Known for its wide paved paths and river views, the …

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771 m

The beautiful North Saskatchewan River begins at the Saskatchewan Glacier in the Rockies and flows east through Edmonton and across central Alberta and Saskatchewan. It’s a popular location for paddling …

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985 m

River Valley Area

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Covering 7,400 hectares along the banks of the North Saskatchewan River, the River Valley Area is one of the largest urban parklands in North America. Overall it encompasses multiple independent …

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5.12 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.97 km

1.30 km

829 m

Surfaces

2.93 km

2.11 km