Kananskis Country - Top Pick Trails
To find other equestrian trails, use "equestrian" as the search term on the Kananaskis Country Trails listing.
Call the Kananaskis Information Line at 403-678-0760 for more info on trails, seasonal closures, etc.
Southern Alberta - Top Pick Trails
Bob Creek Wildland Provincial Park and Black Creek Heritage Rangeland
- See the Bob Creek & Black Creek Heritage Rangeland-Map.
- Equestrians are encouraged to ride cross-country and along game trails in this area. Some sections of the designated OHV trails are muddy or extremely steep.
- Be wary of fence lines, and find out where the gates are. Riders new to the area should plan there-and-back rides to avoid being trapped on the wrong side of a fence without a gate at day's end.
- Always carry a small collapsible saw in case you run into deadfall.
Beehive Natural Area
- This is a remote site with unmarked trails that are minimally maintained.
- You can reach the Great Divide Trail from Cache Creek Trail and Soda Creek Trail.
- The road to access Beehive Natural Area is regularly closed during winter. It is currently closed for repairs due to flooding. Check advisories for updates.
Cypress Hills Provincial Park
Edmonton Area
Cooking Lake-Blackfoot Provincial Recreation Area
- This "day use only" recreation area has lots of equestrian opportunities. And it's only about 45 minutes east of Edmonton!
- For specific info, use "equestrian" as the search term on the Trails page.
- Download the Summer Trails and Winter Trails maps.
Alberta Northern Rockies
West Central
Other Equestrian Opportunities
- Equestrian campgrounds - Equipped with facilities as hitching rails, horse corrals and loading ramps
- Parks with equestrian opportunities - Use "equestrian" as the search term in Find A Park by Activity.
- Other trails permitting horseback riding - Use "equestrian" as the search term in Trails listing.
