Yesterday a friend and I went on a long just over 65 km (40 miles) bike ride through the north part of Calgary. I will outline our route in point form.
- We met at Edworthy Park
- Shouldice Park
- Bowmont Park
- Bowness Park
- Went to pedestrian/bike path underneath Stoney Trail Bridge, but it is still off-limits
- Doubled back to 85th street bridge and crossed the Bow River
- Baker Park
- Other end of the Stoney Trail Bridge
- Scenic Acres
- Crowfoot Park
- Hamptons
- Edgemont
- Nose Hill Environmental Park
- Beddington Boulevard
- Nose Creek and Nose Creek Park
- Calgary Zoo
- Fort Calgary Historic Park
- Eau Claire
- Along the path beside Parkdale Boulevard
- Edworthy Park
I highly recommend purchasing a bike map. I know that Chapters, Indigo, or Staples carry Calgary bike maps. Perhaps other retailers do too. But if you cannot get a map quickly or easily, you can visit Calgary City Maps to view a map online. I much prefer, however, the paper version by MapArt. I believe the cost is $3.95.
Our biking trip was about four to five hours. We stopped for a bite to eat for about a half hour. The weather was perfect with a bright sun and a temperature of about 31C (88F). Despite using sunscreen, my arms got burned. So be careful and use stronger than SPF 15. All in all, it was a great trip on a great day.
If you plan on a long bike trip, be prepared to make changes because some of the paths might still be blocked or inaccessible. Be sure to bring water, and be sure to use sunscreen. I hope you have as much fun and enjoyment as we did.
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