MTB: Science Park River Trail

Near Sherwood Park · Strathcona Science Provincial Park

Easy · Out and back

Trail score 26 out of 100, from popularity, scenery and trail quality

About this trail

MTB: Science Park River Trail is a 3.0 km out and back trail near Sherwood Park in Strathcona Science Provincial Park. It runs 1.5 km each way. It is close to flat, staying between 613 m and 619 m. Hike Alberta rates it easy. Allow about 45 minutes of moving time. It meets Science Park River Trail at 0.8 km, and passes one other mapped junction. Also used for walking, trail running and mountain biking.

Length: 3.0km; 1.5 km each way
Elevation gain: 11m
Estimated time: 45min; Moving time
Route: Out and back
Highest point: 619m
Lowest point: 613m

Elevation profile

613 m to 619 m

Highest point 619 m, lowest 613 m, 11 m of climbing in total. Steepest sustained grade about 5% over 100 m.

Predicted coverage: 100% of route

0% LTE · 100% 5G

Longest modelled gap: 0.0 km
Model: 2024 · Natural Resources Canada

Predicted coverage is not guaranteed. It varies by carrier, terrain, weather, device and network load, and it does not guarantee emergency service.

Good for

Hiking, Walking, Trail running, Mountain biking
Dog friendly (on leash), Kid friendly
River or creek

Rankings

2in Best hikes in Strathcona Science Provincial Park

Trailhead

The trail starts at 53.5647° N, 113.3764° W.

Driving directions

Before you go

Carry an offline map and plan for no service in backcountry areas. Trails close for wildlife, fire, weather and construction. Check the official sources:

Nearby trails

All 7 trails in Strathcona Science Provincial Park

Trail data © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL
Elevation © Mapterhorn from NRCan HRDEM (Open Government Licence Canada) and Copernicus GLO 30