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You can have a picnic just about anywhere! But we found some really cool spots to try out for a little lunch/snack adventure.
William Hawrelak Park
Hawrelak park is huge with tons of spots to stop and have a picnic. We suggest anywhere you can see the lake 🙂
Location: 9330 Groat Road NW
Sir Wilfred Laurier Park
Close to the Edmonton Valley Zoo, Laurier Park has many picnic areas to choose from, a playground, green space and lots of trails to explore.
Location: 13221 Buena Vista Rd NW
Constable Ezio Faraone Park
Great place if you love sights like the River Valley and the High Level Bridge. Lots of space for a picnic and room for the kids to run around.
Location: 11004 97 Avenue NW
Alberta Legislature Grounds
The grounds by the legislature are beautifully maintained and a great spot for a picnic. There are hills to run up and down, a nice path to walk along and water play for the kids.
Location: 10800 97 Avenue NW
Government House Park
This area has gorgeous views plus – picnic benches, BBQs and portable bathrooms.
Location: 9938 Groat Road NW
Jackie Parker Park
Plenty of space for a picnic with a lake view option PLUS one of the largest parks in the city, a spray park, toddler park and an off-leash dog area
Location: 4540 50 Street NW
Emily Murphy Park
Right on the river bank with plenty of spots to choose for a picnic and lots of room for the kids to play.
Location: 11904 Emily Murphy Park Road
Borden Park
Sit in the sun or in the shade! There is plenty of space for everyone in Borden Park, just East of downtown. Check out the trails & cool art sculptures while you’re in the area.
Location: 11020 75a Street NW
Louise Mckinney Riverfront Park
Right in the heart of the Rivervalley, this is a gorgeous place to hang out for lunch. Be sure to take a walk down the trails, don’t miss the Chinese Garden Pagoda.
Location: 9999 Grierson Hill NW
Millennium Park in St. Albert
Just off the Sturgeon river, this is a great place to picnic with the kids. They even have a fun foot bridge!
Location: Along the Sturgeon river, Just behind the St. Albert Provincial Court
University of Alberta Botanic Garden
This area is absolutely stunning – but there is admission to get in to the gardens.
Location: Just outside the City – 51227 AB-60, Spruce Grove
Did we miss an awesome spot? Email us to let us know details so we can add it to the list: contact@edmontonmama.ca
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