Hinton's Beaver Boardwalk

The world’s longest freshwater boardwalk is a great family outing that showcases the local wetland system around Maxwell Lake. Hinton’s Beaver Boardwalk winds for over 3 km through marsh, forest, and floating walkways, offering a close-up view of an active beaver lodge and dam. It’s a unique, accessible experience for all ages—ideal for a peaceful walk, birdwatching, or simply enjoying Alberta’s boreal beauty. Along the way, explore interpretive signs, outdoor classrooms, and lookout spots teeming with birds, butterflies, and wetland wildlife.