Explore Trails & Wildlife
Why Go?
Just an hour east of Edmonton, Cooking Lake‑Blackfoot Provincial Recreation Area offers 170 km of trails winding through forests, wetlands, and grasslands. Part of the Beaver Hills UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, this multi-use park blends natural beauty, recreation, and grazing land, giving visitors scenic views, abundant wildlife, and outdoor adventures for all ages. Well-marked trails make it ideal for beginners, families, and groups, and at night, its open skies are perfect for stargazing.What’s Unique?
Open year-round, the park offers hiking, biking, horseback riding, skiing, snowshoeing, and fat biking. Wildlife lovers can spot elk, moose, deer, coyotes, and a variety of birds. Backcountry camping is available for youth and educational groups with reservations. Every February, the Canadian Birkebeiner Ski Festival attracts cross-country skiing enthusiasts from across Canada. Plan your next adventure at www.albertaparks.ca/parks.
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