City Parks Lethbridge prides itself on offering high quality and diverse parkland and recreational opportunities. An extensive urban park system with more than 60 kilometres of trails provides beautiful areas for walking, jogging, cycling and enjoying a picnic. Some of these parks lie in the beautiful Oldman River Valley. Henderson Lake Park and the Nikka Yuko Japanese Garden offer lush greenery and solitude amidst the bustle of city life. The City of Lethbridge is a Dutch Elm disease-free community with a population of over 10,000 elm trees. Please help us keep it this way. Do not bring firewood into Lethbridge.
Henderson Park
North Parkside & Mayor Magrath Drive South This is the heart of summer recreation in Lethbridge. Swim in the pool, walk in the rose garden, play a round of golf, watch a ball game, play a game of tennis or horseshoes, enjoy the beauty of the lake at dusk... and more. Henderson Park, with its lake, walking trails, bridges, picnic areas and new playgrounds invites visitors to enjoy its beauty and to view the famous Nikka Yuko Japanese Gardens. Picnic shelters available for booking. Call 403-320-3020 for information.
Indian Battle Park
Centrally located in the river valley, access by 3rd Ave South Indian Battle Park is situated in the river valley and provides a natural setting with numerous picnic sites, playgrounds, trails, and picnic shelters for family enjoyment. Special attractions include Fort Whoop-Up, Helen Schuler Nature Centre, Coal Banks Mine Kiosk and the impressive High Level Bridge. Picnic shelters are available for booking. Call 403-320-3020 for information.
Galt Gardens
3rd Avenue and 5th Street South Galt Gardens is “festival central� in Downtown Lethbridge. This lovely treed oasis, is in the hub of our retail community with ongoing festivals, special events and an interactive water feature. Year round, the garden is a tranquil spot to walk or sit. There are several restaurants nearby, as well as the Southern Alberta Art Gallery and the new Community Arts Centre set for construction in 2012. Shopping is also in close proximity.
Henderson Lake at Dusk
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Indian Battle Park