This is a list of the best playgrounds I’ve found in SW Calgary. Is there a playground you think should be on this list? 1. Currie Barracks Airport Playground Currie Barracks – 2953 Battleford Ave SW This playground has become instantly popular even though it can be a little tricky to get to because of the construction … Read more
Calgary has a brand new bike park in South Glenmore Park! The bike park is a pump track set up. The track is set up in an asphalt circuit. Instead of peddling, the hills create an ‘up and down’ pumping motion. This lets you work on basic skills of carrying momentum, balance and speed to … Read more
Location: mapAddress: Aspen Woods – 20 Aspen Hills Dr SW Gordie’s Review (10 years old): “It made for a good obstacle course”Nicky’s Review (7 years old): “It was very fun. And I liked everything.”Robbie’s Review (4 years old): “I liked the spinner” Age Range: 4-12 yearsGround cover: pour-in-place recycled tire Features: Large climber with some unusual equipment, … Read more
Note: This is a private school playground. You may be asked to leave during school hours. Location: mapAddress: Aspen Woods – 1677 93 St SW Parking: free lot parking. Lot closes automatically at 9pm. You may need to park on the street and walk in on weekends. Gordie’s Review (10 years old): “It was interesting and … Read more
Location map Community: Cliff Bungalow (by Mission) – Cliff St and 22nd Ave SWParking: Free Street Parking Gordie’s Review (10 years old) – “I thought it was pretty nice, in a sense, that you could get from one place to another without touching the ground. And I kind of like doing that stuff. Small but … Read more
Location: Fish Creek Provincial Park Multiple entrances across a large area in South West and South East Calgary. Fish Creek Provincial Park is one of the largest urban parks in North America and is the second largest in Canada. Nose Hill Park is technically the City of Calgary’s largest park because Fish Creek is a … Read more