Silver Springs Botanical Gardens and Ridge deTour
$0 per person
Explore one of Calgary’s few Botanical Gardens and soak up the Bow Valley vistas from the Ridge at Silver Springs
This deTour covers ~4.1km of gently undulating neighbourhood walking on paved pathways in the northwest neighbourhood of Silver Springs.
DeTourists, please take note …
- Exercise extreme caution on walkways during winter months
- Walking is suitable for children of all ages as well as adults
- This deTour is well-suited to cycling; be careful of busy roadways and intersections
- This self-guided deTour is best enjoyed between late Spring through to early Winter
- Health-awareness information is available for this deTour on the “Wellness” tab
Key DeTour Destinations
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~2.5hrs
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Dress Code
Comfortable -
Included
CameraDay backpackOutdoor clothingOwn transportationRefreshment stops en routeSuitable footwearSun glassesSunscreenWinter walking hazards -
Not Included
AccommodationChange of clothingDangerous activityDepositEntrance feesIdentification requiredIndoor clothingPermitPublic washroomsReservations may be requiredSafety equipmentSouvenir shopping
From Our Gallery
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Silver Springs Mall Parking
Park your vehicle in the Mall parking. Ensure you park in a parking bay that is not allocated to any particular stores otherwise you may be ticketed!
Decide on your walking detour preference: visit the Botanical Gardens first? Head to the ridge and enjoy the views first? Or start with a snack at Cafe le Matin?
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The Botanical Gardens of Silver Springs
The unique and understated botanical gardens of Silver Springs are a short 600m from the parking lot. Best visited during the Spring and Summer months this delightful secret of Silver Springs is worth exploring if you love gardens and gardening.
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Silver Crescent Ridge Walk
Proceed from the mall parking lot along our recommended route to Silver Crescent Ridge NW. Soak in the sweeping vistas of the neighbourhood of Bowness beneath you with views of the steel girder train bridges traversing the meandering Bow River, an unobstructed view of Winsport Canada Olympic Park across the valley, and the majestic Rocky Mountains as a backdrop. There are several rest spots and benches along the ridge for you to sit and absorb the urban beauty during your walk. Proceed along the paved pathways as far as you desire before returning via the same route to the Mall parking lot.
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Cafe le Matin
Remember the adage "don't judge a book by its cover"? Well this is one of those occasions when that applies. What appears to be a bland store front conceals the vibrant and bustling little coffee shop beyond the glass doors. You need to visit this little neighbourhood gem - perhaps for a take-out at the start of your outing and then again for a sit-down snack at the end of your detouring. We don't think you'll regret your stop here!
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Heath-awareness information for this walking tour
| Your body weight | ||
| lb. | kg | est. calories burnt |
| 131-145 | 60-66 | 165 |
| 146-160 | 67-73 | 183 |
| 161-175 | 74-80 | 203 |
| 176-190 | 81-86 | 219 |
| 191-205 | 87-93 | 238 |
| 206-220 | 94-100 | 255 |
| 221-235 | 101-107 | 274 |
| 236-285 | 108-130 | 312 |
| 286-335 | 131-152 | 372 |
Ann
I did this deTour, and what a surprise to find this gem!! I enjoyed the serenity and beauty of these gardens. It was a relaxing and enjoyable walk and experience. I recommend it!
I AM Calgary
Thank you for your feedback, Ann. Yes, this truly is a local gem worth sharing with the wider local Calgary community. We’re so glad you discovered this deTour and hope you’ll share the good news!