The Calgary Zoo was extensively damaged in this year’s flood. The Island area (which contains the playgrounds, and many of the animal exhibits) remains closed. The re-building is expected to take years to complete. The Northern areas of the Zoo have reopened and there is still a lot to see at the zoo. The Penguin Plunge, Prehistoric Park and Canadian Wilds are all open and definitely worth a visit.
Thanks to Katie for this guest review! Katie is a freelance writer and librarian based in Calgary. Location: Cranston Way SE & Cranston Dr SE (across the street from Christ the King Catholic School) Community: Cranston Parking: Free street parking Charlotte’s review (3 years old): “I love this park! When are we coming back?” Age … Read more
Location: mapCommunity: Bridgeland – 9th St and Centre Ave NE. Parking: There is 2 hr free street parking along 9th St as well as in the community centre parking lot off of 9th St. Gordie’s Review (15 months old) – Loved the ramps and steps!Gordie’s Review (4.5 years old) – “I liked playing on … Read more
Thanks to Kim for taking the pictures for this review! Location mapCommunity: Evergreen – Everridge Drive & Everglen RoadParking: free street parking Age Range: 2-10Ground Cover: pea gravel Features: school-age – 2 interconnected gazebo style climbers, with slides, twisty slide, 2 swings (1 baby). Preschooler – climber slides, small tunnel, dino bouncer Surrounding Park Area: hilly grassy area, … Read more
Note: This is a school playground. You may be asked to leave during school hours. Location mapCommunity: Lakeview – 34 St and 58 Avenue SWParking: free street parking Age Range: 5-12Ground Cover: pour-in-place recycled tire flooring Features: School aged climber with ramp, bridges, wobbly bridge, twisty slide; merry-go-round spinner; bowl spinner; 2 person standing spinner; ring spinner; … Read more
Kayben Farms Sunshine Adventure Park has permanently closed Gordie’s review (4.5 years old): “I liked the giant bouncer!”Nicky’s review (17 months old): “Bounce bounce bounce” (She was also a big fan of the Berry Bounce) Day Pass Cost: $13 for adults and children over 2. Under 2 are free. Family Pass $35. Additional rates are … Read more