The best hikes from bus stations around Edmonton

Tony Cashman Park was named after the Edmonton storyteller and historian who dedicated his life to sharing the city’s past through his radio series The Edmonton Story. The park features cycling and hiking trails along Blackmud Creek, as well as benches and picnic tables.

Nice viewpoint overlooking Blackmud Creek. A weir is installed in the creek, adding some interest. No bench for those who might want a rest, but still a nice spot.

Blackmud Creek Trail follows a green corridor where the forest closes in around a winding stream. It’s an easy, scenic walk with wooden bridges, shaded paths, and plenty of spots to pause by the water. A great local escape for a stroll surrounded by trees and birdsong.

The Mill Creek Ravine trail in southeast Edmonton follows a wooded corridor along the creek, crossing historic railway trestles and connecting to the North Saskatchewan River Valley. The path is mostly paved or packed gravel, making it great for easy hiking year-round. Shaded, scenic, and close to the city, it’s one of Edmonton’s most popular spots for a peaceful walk surrounded by nature.

The Meadows in southeast Edmonton is a large residential area made up of neighbourhoods like Laurel, Maple, and Silver Berry, designed with plenty of connected green space and walking trails. The flat, well-maintained paths link parks, ponds, and open prairie-style landscapes, making it ideal for easy urban hikes or evening walks. The Meadows Community Recreation Centre anchors the area, offering year-round access to fitness and community programs.

Miller Creek Ravine is a quiet natural corridor in southeast Edmonton that follows the small creek through wetlands, forest patches, and open parkland. The unpaved trails here are less busy than those in the larger ravines, making it a good spot for a short, peaceful hike close to the neighbourhoods of The Meadows. Expect gentle grades, bird activity around the ponds, and occasional muddy sections after rain—ideal for an easy urban nature walk that still feels tucked away from the city.

This viewpoint offers a beautiful panorama of Edmonton’s downtown skyline. The view stretches across the North Saskatchewan River, with the Muttart Conservatory and Walterdale Bridge in the foreground. It’s a favourite spot for photographers, especially at sunrise or sunset when the city is framed in golden light.

Located just below Strathearn Park, Camel Humps Nature Reserve protects a steep section of the Edmonton river valley known for its natural grasslands and aspen forest. Unpaved and paved trails wind through the reserve, offering a quieter, more rugged experience than the parkland above. It’s an excellent spot to observe native plants, birds, and the unique topography that gives the area its name.