Fort Macleod residents and visitors alike have easy access to a little piece of paradise, the River Valley Wilderness Park, situated along the Oldman River.
Most of the 243 hectare (600 ac) park area is a wilderness preserve with minimal development allowed. It has designated areas for picnicking, hiking, biking, horseback riding and bird watching. There are approximately 3 km (1.9 mi) of developed walking trails, a playground and pit toilets. Sightings of deer, raccoons, owls and beaver are common.
The park is open year-round for your enjoyment. The extensive pathway system and the gravel road that runs parallel to the Oldman River ensures that a person can take a different journey every time he or she visits River Valley Wilderness Park.
