7 Fun Kid Friendly Trails Near Saskatoon to Explore
There are so many fun hiking trails for families near the city of Saskatoon.
All of them can be found on the TrailCollectiv app!
The following trails are some our favourites within 15 to 60 minutes of central Saskatoon, so you can choose a hike to complete for a fun family day trip!
Our trails are all rated based on this TrailCollectiv rating system.
The Gift of Green Nature Trail
The Gift of Green Nature Trail is a nice and short hike that is 2.4 km in length with an elevation of 25 m in Pike Lake Provincial Park.
A fun interpretive trail to explore and you can feed birds!
Location
From Saskatoon, Pike Lake Provincial Park is about 37.3 kilometers (23.2 miles) to the southwest. The drive from Saskatoon usually takes about 30 minutes.
Features
Search The Gift of Green Nature Trail on the TrailCollectiv family hiking app for an easiest hiking trail
Saskatchewan Parks Pass required
Playground, waterpark, mini golf course available
Camping available
Lake and beach nearby for cooling off
Washroom facilities provided
Bird feeding
Boardwalk
Dogs must be on a leash
Safety and Preparation
Uneven trails (wear appropriate footwear)
Bugs around (wear high socks, long pants, and or bug spray)
2. Discovery Trail Beaver Creek Conservation Area
The Discovery Trail Beaver Creek is a popular 1.4 km and 43 m of elevation hiking trail just outside of Saskatoon.
Location
Just outside of Saskatoon, Discovery Trail Beaver Creek Conservation Area is about 23.1 kilometers (14.4 miles) to the southwest. The drive from Saskatoon usually takes about 20 to 30 minutes.
The trail is behind the visitor centre
Features
Search Discovery Trail Beaver Creek Conservation Area on the TrailCollectiv family hiking app for an easiest hiking trail
Open Thursday and Friday from 10 AM to 5 PM
Feed chickadees with bird seeds available
No dogs allowed
Washrooms provided
Safety and Preparation
The trails are uneven, so wear appropriate footwear.
3. Cranberry Flats Trail Loop
Cranberry Flats Trail Loop is a beautiful 2.3 km trail with an elevation of 58 m.
Escape the city of Saskatoon in this trail loop that boasts a sandy beach and crocus flower in the spring.
Location
Just outside of Saskatoon, Cranberry Flats Trail Loop is about 17 kilometers (10.6 miles) to the southwest. The drive from Saskatoon usually takes about 20 to 25 minutes.
Features
Search Cranberry Flats Trail Loop on the TrailCollectiv family hiking app for an easy hiking trail
Accessible from 8 AM to 8 PM
Wheelchair and city stroller accessible
Boardwalks
Sandy Beach
Spring crocus flowers in the spring
Dogs must be on a leash
Widlife viewing
Safety and Preparation
The river is unsafe for swimming as there are strong undercurrents.
4. Mount Blackstrap
Mount Blackstrap is a stunning 1.8 km and 143 m of elevation of hiking trail just outside of Saskatoon.
It’s a fun destination that ends with views of Blackstrap Lake and farmer fields.
Location
From Saskatoon, Mount Blackstrap is about 58 kilometers (36 miles) to the southeast. The drive from Saskatoon usually takes about 45 minutes.
Features
Search Mount Blackstrap on the TrailCollectiv family hiking app for an easy hiking trail
Saskatchewan Parks pass required
Biking and fishing are allowed
Playground
Washrooms and pit toilets are available
Safety and Preparation
The trails are uneven, has steep trails at times, and has loose gravel, so wear appropriate footwear.
5. Lookout Ridge, Eb’s Trail
Lookout Ridge, Eb’s is a 2.9 km and 35 m of elevation trail.
There is a beautiful view that is exposed and then it goes into the trees for a nice shaded trail.
Location
From Saskatoon, the trail is about 101 kilometers (62.8 miles) to the northeast. The drive from Saskatoon usually takes about an hour.
Features
Search Lookout Ridge, Eb’s Trail on the TrailCollectiv family hiking app for an easy hiking trail
Cross-country ski trail in the winter
Stunning views
Amenities include parking, a day use area, and pit toilets located 100 m from the parking lot
Safety and Preparation
Strong brakes on strollers recommended for steeps hills (consider removing children from strollers for some paths)
Uneven and steep trails (wear appropriate footwear)
Bugs around (wear high socks, long pants, and or bug spray)
6. Peturrsons Ravine Trail
Peturrsons Ravine Trail is a 2.1 km with a 68 m elevation hiking trail that goes through a dramatic riverbank terrain.
Visit for the biodiversity and linger over the expansive views of the South Saskatchewan River Valley!
Location
From central Saskatoon, the trail is about 10.2 kilometers (6.3 miles) to the northeast of the city. The drive within Saskatoon usually takes about 15 minutes.
Features
Search Peturrsons Ravine Trail on the TrailCollectiv family hiking app for an easy hiking trail
Singletrack trail along riverbank terrain
Expansive views of South Saskatchewan River Valley and Biodiversity
Fat biking trail
Small rolling hills (a blast for children)
Boardwalk available
Dogs must be on a leash
Amenities include a day use area and pit toilets
Safety and Preparation
Uneven, hardpacked, and steep trails with drop-offs (wear appropriate footwear and use caution)
Consider wearing high visibility clothing for mountain bikers on the trail
Poor and limited cell service
7. Northeast Swale Trail
Northeast Swale Trail is a 2.4 km with an elevation of 25 m prairie hike through a historic river channel.
This hike winds through one of Saskatchewan’s most biodiverse and ecologically significant wildlife corridors.
Location
From central Saskatoon, the trail is about 10.7 kilometers (6.6 miles) to the northeast of the city. The drive within Saskatoon usually takes about 15 to 20 minutes.
Features
Search Northeast Swale Trail on the TrailCollectiv family hiking app for an easy hiking trail
Birdwatching and viewing of ground squirrels
Wetlands
All-terrain stroller accessible
Safety and Preparation
Uneven trails and has holes caused by ground squirrels (wear appropriate footwear and use caution)
Stay on the definition trail, give wildlife plenty of space, and refrain from removing anything found
Poor and limited cell service
