2425 9 Ave S.E.
This 36-hectare wildlife reserve offers more than two kilometres of level walking trails and over 1 km of nature trails, throughout the riverine forest, by the flowing river and alongside a peaceful lagoon. More than 270 species of birds, 21 species of mammals, 2 amphibians, 2 reptiles, 7 species of fish and 27 species of butterflies as well as 347 species of plants have been observed in the area.
While spring and summer are prime times for viewing birds, a variety of wildlife can be seen throughout the year. The public is welcome to visit the Sanctuary during daylight hours, year-round but please leave your pets, bicycles, roller blades and bird food at home. Most of the trails are wheelchair and stroller accessible and can be reached from the paved pathway leading from the Nature Centre. Admission is free; however, the Sanctuary gratefully accepts donations.
Sanctuary Hours:
- trails are open year-round, daily from sun-up to sundown, and are accessible through the gate on the south side of the Nature Centre.
Nature Centre Hours:
Regular Hours:
- Tuesdays to Saturdays, 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
- Closed Sundays, Mondays & holidays
On your next visit, stop in to:
- find out what birds have been seen recently
- discover where some of our common birds migrate to
- learn about local birding hot spots
- check out our interesting bird merchandise for sale including books, games, stickers, stuffed animals, and organic bird friendly coffee.
As well as the exhibit hall, the Nature Centre has a meeting room available for rent that comfortably seats up to 30 people. For more information, please call 3-1-1 or 403-268-CITY (2489) if calling from outside Calgary. The Nature Centre's fax number is 403-221-3775.
- a place to take injured wildlife
