Celebrate Parks Day!

Explore, experience, and enjoy Parks Day, today, July 20, 2024!

Celebrated on the third Saturday in July since 1990, Parks Day is a time for Albertans to get outside and enjoy the many provincial parks and recreation areas across the province. These parks are more than just scenic landscapes; they are essential to the physical, mental, and social well-being of Albertans. Our parks showcase unique landscapes and countless opportunities for recreation while conserving the land for future generations. From beautiful scenery and wildlife to memorable visitor experiences, Alberta’s provincial parks have a lot to celebrate.

I would like to wish all Albertans a happy Parks Day. From the mountains to the badlands, prairies to boreal forest, our provincial parks allow Albertans and visitors to access and enjoy our province’s natural beauty. Whether you’re returning to one of your favourite provincial parks or experiencing a new one this weekend, let’s continue exploring, experiencing, and enjoying Alberta’s great outdoors. - Todd Loewen, Minister of Forestry and Parks 

Alberta’s provincial parks system contains 464 provincial parks and protected areas ranging from conservation-focused to recreation-focused parks. This year, Alberta’s government grew Alberta’s parks by 1,400 hectares, including the establishment of La Biche Provincial Recreation Area and Kleskun Hills Provincial Park.

Here, in Saddle Hills County, we are lucky enough to have the stunning Moonshine Lake Provincial Park, with so many opportunities available to enjoy the great outdoors and the wilderness that is our back yard! Gather friends and family and enjoy Parks Day soaking in the beauty of rural Alberta. We challenge you to find better!

Happy Parks Day from Saddle Hills County!