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The Confluence Historic Site & Parkland via Elbow River Pathway — Calgary

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The Confluence Historic Site & Parkland via Elbow River Pathway — Calgary

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The Confluence Historic Site & Parkland via Elbow River Pathway — Calgary

05:50

22.5km

130m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: October 27, 2025

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3.95 km

Elbow River Pathway

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

Following the curve of the Elbow River through central and southwest Calgary, this paved multi-use path links several parks, including Sandy Beach Park and River Park. It’s a scenic urban route lined with cottonwoods and river views, ideal for walking, cycling, or running year-round. Benches and picnic areas along the way make it easy to stop and enjoy the sound of the river flowing past.

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4.68 km

Elbow River

Highlight • River

Originating in the Rocky Mountains near Bragg Creek, the Elbow River flows east through Calgary before joining the Bow River downtown. Along its course, it passes through popular parks like Sandy Beach and Stanley Park, offering calm stretches for paddling and scenic riverside trails. Its clear waters and tree-lined banks make it one of Calgary’s most recognizable natural features.

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7.59 km

Lindsay Park

Highlight • Structure

Situated along the Elbow River in Calgary’s Mission district, Lindsay Park is a downtown green space with paved pathways, open lawns, and views of the city skyline. The park surrounds the MNP Community & Sport Centre and connects directly to the Elbow River Pathway network. It’s a convenient spot for a riverside walk, jog, or picnic just minutes from Calgary’s core.

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10.8 km

The Confluence Historic Site & Parkland

Highlight • Historical Site

Located where the Bow and Elbow Rivers meet, The Confluence marks the birthplace of Calgary and the site of the original Fort Calgary built in 1875. This area has long been a gathering place for Indigenous peoples and today serves as both a historic landmark and a place of reflection on the region’s layered past. Walking paths and interpretive signs make it easy to explore this meaningful site right at the edge of downtown.

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22.5 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

22.4 km

119 m

Surfaces

13.9 km

8.57 km

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (1,090 m)

Lowest point (1,040 m)

Weather

Today

Wednesday 6 May

21°C

-3°C

11 %

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