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Pearce Estate Park (with kids)

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How Kids-Friendly is Pearce Estate Park?

87%Kids-Friendly
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What makes it 87% Kids-Friendly: Kids gain a playground, trout pond and hands-on Bow Habitat exhibits, but parents must closely supervise near open water and pay extra for hatchery tours and fishing licences.

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Positives:

  • Free parking: Easy parking is free near the main entrance off 26 Ave.
  • Stroller-friendly trails: Paved paths let you glide through wetlands without bumps.
  • Free picnic sites: Reserve a riverside table free online to guarantee shade.
  • Wildlife spotting: Benches at view decks bring ducks, herons and muskrats close.

Challenges:

  • Seasonal closures: Washrooms close outside late May–early October; bring tissues.
  • Tour length: The 30-minute hatchery tour can tire kids under 7.
  • No on-site rentals: No canoe or kayak rentals; you must bring your own gear.
  • Limited shade: Playground and picnic spots have little shade during midday.
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What is Pearce Estate Park?

  • A riverside wetland park preserving and restoring the Bow River floodplain with reconstructed marshes and interpretive trails
  • Home to the Bow Habitat Station and Sam Livingston Fish Hatchery, an aquatic research and conservation facility showcasing native fish and wetland ecosystems
  • A public green space integrated into Calgary’s river pathway network, featuring playgrounds, picnic areas and connecting footpaths

What is so special about Pearce Estate Park for with kids?

  1. Interactive hatchery tours and fish-feeding activities
  2. Catch-and-release trout pond fishing (May–Sept)
  3. Accessible wetland trails for wildlife spotting
  4. Large playground and riverside picnic spots
  5. Indoor Discovery Centre with family pass savings

Recommended visit duration: 2-3 hours

Why 2-3 hours visit duration is ideal for with kids: Families can tour the wetlands, play, fish and picnic without rushing.

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Kids-Friendly Activities in Pearce Estate Park

Playground Exploration:

Let kids climb nets, swings and slides at the wooden playground near the main parking area.

Tip: Bring extra socks and water; benches are close by for parents.

Trout Pond Fishing:

Try catch-and-release fishing stocked with rainbow trout from May to September.

Tip: Buy Alberta sportfishing licences online and rent rods at the Discovery Centre.

Fish Hatchery Tour & Feeding:

Join a 30-minute guided hatchery tour or feed fish during scheduled sessions.

Tip: Book tours online, arrive 10 minutes early and bring a camera.

Discovery Centre Interactive Exhibits:

Explore aquariums, touch tanks and a short film on river ecology.

Tip: Use the family pass for savings and visit on a weekday to avoid lines.

Wetland Trail Walk:

Walk paved 1–2 km loops through reconstructed wetlands beside the Bow River.

Tip: Bring binoculars for birdwatching and pack water bottles.

How to Make the Most of Your Visit to Pearce Estate Park

  1. Early arrival: Arrive by 10 AM to secure picnic tables and avoid crowds.
  2. Licence prep: Buy Alberta fishing licences online before you arrive.
  3. Weekday visits: Visit on weekdays to skip lines at the Discovery Centre.
  4. Pack snacks: Bring snacks and water to cut down on café lines.
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Reviews of Pearce Estate Park

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Andrea Tokessy

Andrea Tokessy

Aug 2024

Situated adjacent the Bow river where one can swim or go kayaking and boating, weather permitting, of course. Beautiful walking paths and off path walking. Dogs are permitted on leash. There is a good children's playground. Plenty of picnic tables, and of course there are facilities.

Lisa Chan

Lisa Chan

Aug 2024

Great park with free parking and overflow parking. Civic Long weekend, it was super busy. People were ticketed for parking in a no-parking zone. Some BBQ pits but a lot of people tale gated or brought their own cookware and tents for summer fun. A couple of minutes walk to Bow Habitat Station and wetland Interpretative Centre and less than five minutes walk to Harvie’s Passage for swimming, ...

Alsina Butt

Alsina Butt

Jul 2024

Marshy wetland, beautiful nature walk, but make sure you bring mosquito repellant. Beautiful park with water sounds and peaceful. Planning to go again to BBQ Really enjoyed walking, saw people kayaking, riding bicycles, jogging

Bharat V

Bharat V

May 2024

Great place to hang out or BBQ. You can bring your bike and enjoy the long cycling track along the bow river or bring your boat for some fun in the water.

Claudia Reyes

Claudia Reyes

Apr 2021

This park is so beautiful all year round! They have some picnic tables each one with it's own grill they have a number were you can call and reserve a table for a specific day and hours and I think there is a small fee. I love this park because it has a decent size parking lot and the park is big enough to keep a safe distant from everybody else. There are paved paths so you can ride your bike too...

When is the best time to visit Pearce Estate Park (Calgary, Canada)?

Washrooms and changerooms open late May to early October; fishing runs May through September.

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Typical Budget for a Family of 4 (2 Adults + 2 Kids)

ItemCost (Approx.)
Family Discovery Centre passCAD 30
Fish hatchery tour (4×$7)CAD 28
Fish-feeding (4×$2)CAD 8
Total EstimatedCAD 66

Note: All prices are indicative and may vary. Please check directly with the venue for the most accurate and up-to-date information.

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Map of Pearce Estate Park

Address: 1440 17a St SE, Calgary, AB T2G 4T9, Canada

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About Pearce Estate Park

Opening Hours

Monday:5:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Tuesday:5:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Wednesday:5:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Thursday:5:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Friday:5:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Saturday:5:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Sunday:5:00 AM – 11:00 PM

Hours may vary during holidays, special events, and peak seasons. Please check the official website for the most up-to-date information.

Website

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Phone Number

+1 403-268-2489

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