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Elk Island/Astotin
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User Reviews
Kirsten A.
We visited in mid September and were greeted to hundreds of bison minutes entering the park. We spotted them in the bison loop, it was genuinely really terrifying being surrounded by them, but also really amazing and I know we were super lucky to have this experience. We even saw a heard on the side of the Hwy outside of the park!
Jetlover X
Beautiful area and wildlife encounters may be guaranteed. We went in December and for the first 30 minutes we didn't see anything. Maybe beauce of snow, maybe because of cold. But then all of a sudden we saw a few bisons, one was right by the road eating. I took many pictures of him - keeping a safe distance. Later we saw an owl - funny! Highly recommended but be patient.
Daniel Duran
One of the most underrated national parks! I had an incredible experience as the scenery here is incredible and you get to see plenty of wildlife while driving around! Make sure to visit during sunrise or sunset to see the bisons along the road or on the bison loop trail! Completely recommend visiting while in Edmonton!
Gihan Wjelath
Elk Island National Park is a fantastic getaway just outside the city! The park offers beautiful lakes, perfect for canoeing and spotting wildlife. The trails are well-maintained and cater to all levels of hikers. We especially enjoyed the peaceful scenery around Astotin Lake, and the chance to see bison up close was amazing! Whether you're into bird watching, hiking, or simply relaxing by the water, this park has something for everyone. Highly recommend for a day trip or a weekend escape!
Will Power
Elk Island National Park was high on my list of places to visit on a recent trip to Alberta as I was staying nearby. Although I didn't have a lot of time to spend at the park, it did not disappoint. Seeing bison on the loop drive as well as along the road as we drove through made it all worth it. It is a lovely, scenic park and is really nice to drive through. I stopped at Astorin Lake and did the Living Waters Boardwalk trail which was easy and very nice and I also did a small portion of the Beaver Pond trail which was very peaceful. I would love to spend more time here and explore the park more.