Oldman River valley parks system
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The Oldman River valley parks system is a continuous collection of eight urban parks in the Oldman River valley of Lethbridge, Alberta. The parks were created in the 1980s as part of the city's Urban Parks Project. Today they are a combined 755 hectares (1,865 acres) in size and comprise one of the largest urban park systems in North America, and the fifth largest in Canada.
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[edit] Parks
The eight parks making up the system are as follows:
- Alexander Wilderness Park
- Botterill Bottom Park
- Bull Trail Park
- Elizabeth Hall Wetlands
- Indian Battle Park
- Nature Reserve
- Pavan Park
- Peenaquim Park
In addition, there are two other parks in the river valley that are separate from the system: Popson Park and Cottonwood Park.
[edit] Amenities
Some of the amenities in the park system include several kilometres of cyclist/pedestrian trails, campgrounds, playgrounds and eating areas. In addition, several well-known attractions are located in the system, such as Fort Whoop-Up, Helen Schuler Coulee Centre and the High Level Bridge.
[edit] Wildlife
The park system is home to various wildlife including deer, hawks, owls, rabbits, snakes, coyotes, badgers, pelicans, beavers, muskrats and cranes.
