Effective Date: June 16, 2025 - Until Further Notice
Where: Strathcona Science Day Use , Strathcona Science Provincial Park
Details:An area of the Strathcona Science Park, which includes a short section of trail, will be closed from public access for the foreseeable future. Avoid the barricaded area to the south of the Day Use Parking lot and follow all signage. The rest of the park and trails are still open and accessible.
Timeline: Barricades will be in place until Summer 2026
Strathcona Science Provincial Park is located between Edmonton and Sherwood Park, south of the Yellowhead Highway and overlooking the North Saskatchewan River. It is a natural area with many trails for activities like hiking, running, and mountain biking. It connects to Rundle Park via a pedestrian bridge and is also the home of Sunridge Ski Hill and Model Aviation Field.
Originally, the park had opened as an interpretive center showcasing the area's industrial and archaeological history. However, those buildings have since been removed.
This Park is day use only. Gates are closed overnight.
Cross Country Skiing
Downhill Skiing
Hiking - Front Country
Mtn. Biking/Cycling
Tobogganing
Trail Running
Geocaching
Electric Bicycles
