Parks
George Lane Memorial Park
George Lane Memorial Park is the jewel in High River's crown. Heavily treed, it features a baseball diamond, events stage, horseshoe pits, a kid's playground, community picnic areas, and the campground that is run by the Lions Club. Check out the Lion's website at GLP Campground for more information on the campground.
Happy Trails
The trails plays an important role in encouraging a healthy, low-cost, environmentally sustainable choice for recreation and transportation and should therefore be protected, enhanced, expanded and promoted. (approximately 17 kms of trails in and around the Town.)
The Happy Trails system is be designed for multiple users and a range of recreational activity and abilities. Where feasible, the pathway system was designed to accommodate walkers, strollers, runners, people with disabilities, cyclists, in-line skaters and skateboarders. Key planning and design principles include continuity - avoiding gaps.
To view Happy Trails map click here
Playgrounds
- George Lane Park in the downtown area,
- Birchwood Park by the IGA
- Water Tower Park at 3rd Street & 8th Avenue SE
- Emerson Road in the Southwest
- Skateboard Park, 12th Avenue in the SE at the Foothills Youth Centre and Mini-Golf location.
Sheppard Family Park
Visitors to High River wishing to spend a pleasant day in the countryside do not have far to venture. They can visit the 13 acre Sheppard Family Park located one block east of the Bob Snodgrass Recreation Complex on the south side of 12th Avenue southeast.
Sheppard Family Park offers a serene rural picnic sight and the chance to view historic local architecture. In September of every year, the Park holds an old fashioned Threshing Bee" with horses and antique equipment. Check out the Sheppard Family Park website for more information.
Spray Park
1819 High Country Drive, NW. Open Daily 11am-6pm (weather permitting) from June 25 to September 6. $1.00/person day admission. 2 yrs and under are FREE. Water, Pop and Freezies available.
Tot Lot Playgrounds
- Lineham Acres in the Northeast
- 16th Street & 10th Avenue Southeast
- 7th Avenue Southeast
For any information on all Parks, Playgrounds and Happy Trails please contact the Rec Plex - 403.652.4042
