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Alberta

Sturgeon County

St. Albert Botanic Park to Big Lake via Sturgeon River Trail

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Canada

Alberta

Sturgeon County

St. Albert Botanic Park to Big Lake via Sturgeon River Trail

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St. Albert Botanic Park to Big Lake via Sturgeon River Trail

03:42

14.6km

40m

Hiking

Moderate hike. 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: March 14, 2026

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Start point

Parking

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618 m

St. Albert Botanic Park

Highlight • Structure

The St. Albert Botanic Park sits along the Sturgeon River and the Red Willow Trail System in St. Albert. This volunteer-run botanical garden features a series of themed spaces including …

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3.73 km

Sturgeon River Trail (St. Albert)

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The Sturgeon River Trail follows the banks of the Sturgeon River through St. Albert. This section is part of the city’s extensive Red Willow Trail System, which spans nearly 100 …

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7.16 km

Big Lake Viewing Deck

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Great vantage point to take a break and see the birds, etc... There is a table with a couple of binocular stations. Just make sure you have a windbreaker for the breeze coming off the lake.

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14.6 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

14.4 km

159 m

Surfaces

14.2 km

180 m

139 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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St. Albert Botanic Park to Big Lake via Sturgeon River Trail

St. Albert Botanic Park

Sturgeon River Trail (St. Albert)

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