Organizational Member: Waskahegan Trail Association
Waskahegan Trail is a 309 km long volunteer managed wilderness trail allowing excellent day hiking, backpacking, snowshoeing, and cross-country skiing in the Edmonton area. The Waskahegan Trail is primarily a private trail for which the association has been given the responsibilities of stewardship and guardianship. The trail is open to the public at the discretion and wishes of the landowners. Members have full access to the trail – excepting landowner conditions – and may purchase a trail guide to enjoy it. Members of the public are welcome to take part in our public hikes, join the association or use sections which are open to the public (such as city, county, provincial and federal lands). Before doing so, please read our FAQs, Etiquette and Rules (links to the left) – for additional information about our Trail and Events. The Association is a non-profit volunteer organization dedicated to hiking on, building, and maintaining this premier trail.
Website: www.waskahegantrail.ca
Town: Edmonton, Beaver Hills
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- Northeast River Valley Park Hike March 14, 2025Thirteen hikers came out to the Northeast River Valley Park. This area was recently purchased by the city from the Catholic Church, who had been running a children’s camp here. On this Sunday morning, we were graced with spring-like weather: sunny, calm, and 9 degrees. After the midway point, there wasn’t a jacket to be […]
- AGM Invitation March 13, 2025You are invited to the ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING of theWaskahegan Trail Association Saturday, April 26, 20252:00 p.m. Mountain Equipment CoopReg Brown Community Room10904 – 104 Ave NWEdmonton Business and elections will be followed by a guest speaker Join us for light refreshments Doors will open at 1:15
- The Canadian Birkie – A Waskahegan History January 31, 2025The Waskahegan Trail Association has been providing refreshments at the Canadian Birkie (formerly the Canadian Birkebeiner) since the festival began in 1985. The event attracts both serious competitors and recreational skiers. Gene Miskiw, one of the earliest volunteers, describes the work that was involved in keeping the participants safe and fueled up. He also describes […]
- Whitemud Creek Hike from Snow Valley January 11, 2025Nine people came out to hike the trail from Snow Valley to John Janzen Nature Centre on one of Edmonton’s colder days of deep winter. Along the way, we met Wayne Oakes, the nature photographer who gave a fascinating presentation at our 2022 AGM. Wayne is out here all the time, with a tripod and […]
- Mill Creek Ravine Winter Hike January 4, 2025Seven hikers came out for the walk through Mill Creek Ravine. It’s a popular and well-used trail all year round. Already this winter, the trail was packed down by dog walkers. This made walking very comfortable. We came across a few decorations. Not as many as we had seen in previous years, but still festive […]
- Wintry Hike from Islet Lake Staging December 20, 2024Six people ventured out on the snow-covered roads for a hike in the Blackfoot Recreation Area. The whole region was covered in a thick blanket that was building since the previous day. Starting at the Islet Lake Staging Area, the group aimed to reach the Lost Lake Shelter. They did not go quite that far, […]
- Devon Voyageur Park Snow Hike December 7, 2024Five people came out to a hike through a winter wonderland at Devon’s Voyageur Park. Several inches of snow had fallen across the region the previous day. It made for strenuous walking, but we took our time and enjoyed the scenery. We were dazzled by the heaps of snow on the branches and the clusters […]
- Devonian Trail to Prospector’s Point November 23, 2024Eleven people came out to hike a section of the Devonian Trail to Prospector’s Point. This River Valley Alliance trail connects the University of Alberta Botanical Garden (formerly Devonian Garden) to Tucker’s Field and to the north bank of the North Saskatchewan River. We started at Banksiana Road on Highway 60 and headed south. Our […]
- Wanisan Fall Social November 8, 2024Twenty-three members came out for the annual fall social at Wanisan Stopover. It’s the end of October and we are still enjoying fine fall weather. The morning started with a hike. But first, we dropped off our chairs and bowls at the stopover. Scott stayed behind to start and look after the fire. The rest […]
- East Battle River Hike to Rest & Be Thankful Hill October 25, 2024The weather was cool, with a forecast of a little rain around two o’clock. Eight people turned out for the hike. With the muscle power of Jim and Joanna, we managed to open the gate. The maintenance crew had done a good job on the trail. Two of the crew, Peggy and Jim, were there […]
