Dawson Park

Dawson Park in Edmonton offers riverside walking and cycling trails, an off-leash area, and picnic spots for a relaxed escape close to the city. Stretching along the north bank of the North Saskatchewan River between 84 Street and 92 Street, this urban park follows a historic corridor once shaped by industry and coal mining at the turn of the 19th century. Visitors can explore paved and natural trails that wind through river valley scenery while staying close to city streets. Four picnic sites invite unhurried gatherings, and a large off-leash area gives dogs room to roam. An amenity building with washrooms adds comfort for longer visits, while a hand/carry boat launch provides easy river access for paddlers looking to start or end a quiet outing on the water.