Have you ever heard of the Ann & Sandy Cross Conservation Area? It is a beautiful conservation area just 20 minutes from south Calgary, heading west along Highway 22X near Priddis. There are plenty of trails to explore, and most of them are family-friendly and easy to follow. It’s an especially nice place to visit in winter, when the snow-covered landscape makes everything feel quieter and more open. This 4,800-acre area protects a stretch of rolling foothills made up of nati

Fish Creek Provincial Park is one of Calgary’s most popular parks, and is actually the second largest urban park in the whole of Canada. It’s a fantastic place to ‘get away’ from the city, and the park is so large, it always feels like there is a new trail or section of the park to explore. But, did you know that in the winter Fish Creek Park has its own ice falls? They are certainly not as dramatic as the ice falls at Grotto Canyon near Canmore, but considering that they are

Explore Griffiths Wood Park in Calgary, one of the best urban hikes. Perfect for families and is dog friendly too.