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oliviakellis
October 24, 2025
Located in southeast Edmonton, Jackie Parker Recreation Area is a large urban green space with paved and natural trails that follow Mill Creek. The park is named after Jackie Parker, a celebrated Canadian football player and coach who starred for the Edmonton Eskimos in the 1950s and ’60s. With picnic areas, a pond, and open wooded trails, it’s a favourite local spot for walking, cycling, and relaxing in nature within the city.
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Hike an easy 4.6-mile (7.4 km) route through Jackie Parker Recreation Area in Edmonton, featuring diverse landscapes and a small lake.
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