Location: 51.1577992, -114.3679834
Glenbow Ranch Provincial Park lies just on the edge of Calgary and offers a unique combination of prairie grasslands, river valleys, and foothill landscapes. Though not as well-known as other parks, it provides breathtaking views of the Bow River and the Rocky Mountains in the distance. The park is ideal for hiking, biking, and photography, with several kilometres of trails winding through protected ecosystems and historical ranchland. Interpretive panels along the paths share stories about the land’s Indigenous and ranching heritage. Glenbow Ranch is a peaceful escape into nature where visitors can enjoy quiet reflection or active exploration without leaving the Calgary region.
Tags:
– boundary: protected_area
– leisure: nature_reserve
– name: Glenbow Ranch Provincial Park
– protect_class: 2
– protection_title: Provincial Park
– source: http://www.albertaparks.ca/media/2941843/parks_and_protected_areas_alberta.zip
– type: multipolygon
– wikidata: Q5568180
– wikipedia: en:Glenbow Ranch Provincial Park