Pathways and Trails
The Town of Fort Macleod is nestled into a beautiful prairie landscape, we have multiple walking trails and paths around the Town open for residents and visitors to explore.
River Valley Wilderness Park
One of our more popular trails is the River Valley Wilderness Park, located just off Highway 811, for directions click here. The Old Man River flows just north of town and supports this area and its native plants and animals. Our Wilderness Park is home to a host of wildlife, including beaver, muskrat, white tail, mule deer and an abundance of birds. The occasional moose, bob cat, and bear have also been known to make appearances. The River Valley Wilderness Park has a 2.0km loop, with a little playground located just off the parking lot. Go check out what the Wilderness Park has to offer. Click here to see a map of the trail.
Pathway Expansion
In alignment with the Town's Pathway Master Plan, Fort Macleod Town Council is thrilled to announce the construction of new pathways. Building on the success of the 1.2 km paved pathway along Water Street (30th Street) completed in 2023, the next phase is set to enhance our scenic routes even further.
For 2024, the chosen pathway extends from the east side of the bridge to the historic Old Fort Site, covering approximately 1.3 km. This addition will bring our total paved pathways along the river to 2.5 km, offering residents and visitors more opportunities to enjoy the natural beauty of Fort Macleod.
The Old Fort Trail provides a peaceful walk overlooking the Oldman River, featuring glimpses of Fort Macleod's rich history. Starting on Water Street, this trail leads down to the original Fort Site by the river, just northeast of town. It’s an ideal route for those seeking both relaxation and a touch of history.
Construction for this new segment is scheduled to take place from July 16 to July 25, 2024. The majority of the project's annual budget will be allocated to material costs, focusing on improvements to existing pathways as outlined in the Pathway Master Plan.
Stay tuned for updates and get ready to explore our beautiful, expanded pathways!
A map of the Old Fort Trail is below
Pathway Master Plan
The Town of Fort Macleod is working towards adding more pathways and upgrading existing ones with our Pathway Master Plan. In November 2022 the Town held an open house to show our new proposed pathways and get feedback.
Check out the proposed plans by clicking the maps below:
