Riverfront Park – Riverfront Park Trail loop from Heartland 1

01:17

20.5km

180m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 16, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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4.00 km

Riverfront Park

Highlight • River

Riverfront Park sits along the banks of the Bow River in Cochrane. The park is known for its scenic riverside pathways that follow the Bow River through the heart of town. Wooden boardwalks, benches, and viewpoints along the trail make it a pleasant place to pause and watch the fast-moving river below. The park also connects to Cochrane’s larger pathway system, making it a popular starting point for walking and cycling along the river valley.

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4.32 km

Riverfront Park Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The Riverfront Park trail follows the banks of the Bow River through Riverfront Park in Cochrane. This easy paved pathway runs beside the fast-moving river and offers frequent views of the water as it winds through the valley. Benches and small viewpoints along the route make it a pleasant place to pause and watch the river, while the path connects with Cochrane’s wider trail network for longer walks along the Bow River corridor.

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6.17 km

Bow River

Highlight • River

This section of the riverside path along the Bow River offers a quiet place to pause beside the water. A bench here looks out over the broad river as it flows past Cochrane, making it a pleasant spot to sit and take in the view. The Bow River is known for its clear, glacier-fed water flowing from the Rocky Mountains. While people sometimes wade along the shoreline in summer, the current can be strong and the water stays very cold year-round, so entering the river should be done with caution.

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6.22 km

River Avenue Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

The River Avenue Bridge is a truss bridge that spans about 200 meters over the Bow River, carrying pedestrians over the waterway with scenic views below.

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