Edmonton Outdoor Parks

Edmonton Outdoor Parks
Edmonton Outdoor Parks

Discover Edmonton’s Parkland Network through this dataset, which offers essential details about parks and natural areas throughout the city. Whether you're mapping community greenspaces, planning outdoor activities, or studying urban design, this dataset is an excellent resource.

Each record includes park names, types (e.g., municipal parks, natural areas), location descriptions, and geographic coordinates. These attributes help identify recreational zones, support environmental planning, and promote access to nature in both central and suburban neighborhoods.

Use the data to visualize park distribution, identify gaps in parkland access, or develop inclusive strategies for community recreation. From conservation efforts to neighborhood park upgrades, this dataset supports data-driven decisions for equitable outdoor space planning.

By providing a city-wide view of public park assets, this dataset empowers city staff, developers, advocates, and residents to foster healthier, greener, and more connected communities.

Statistics

The dataset covers around 1,100 parks and open spaces across Edmonton, offering a rich look at the city’s green spaces. Nearly all sites are classified as parks, with just over a dozen labeled as open spaces.

Park Types & Classes

The most common type by far is the Pocket Park, making up about one-third of all entries. These are smaller parks, usually nestled within neighborhoods. School and Community Parks come next, representing about one in four parks, followed by Natural Area Parks and Urban Village Parks, each making up roughly 10–15%.

Larger citywide spaces like City Parks and District Activity Parks are less common, together making up just under 10%. A small number fall into unique categories like Greenways and Other Land Types.

Status Breakdown

About 95% of the parks are fully active and available for public use. A handful are still in development or have been assembled for future park space—showing Edmonton’s ongoing investment in recreation infrastructure.

Neighbourhood Highlights

Parks are spread across the city, but a few neighborhoods like Downtown, Glenwood, Strathcona, and Edgemont stand out with 6 to 9 parks each. This highlights both mature urban cores and growing suburbs with a strong park presence.

Altogether, this dataset paints a clear picture of Edmonton’s commitment to accessible green spaces, from small neighborhood parks to major recreational hubs. It’s a great tool for planners, residents, and community advocates alike.

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Stats on Parks by Type

TypeParksPercent
Park1104
98.31%
Open Space11
0.98%

Stats on Parks by Class

ClassParksPercent
Pocket Park416
37.04%
School and Community Park292
26.00%
Natural Area Park155
13.80%
Urban Village Park100
8.90%
Greenway57
5.08%
City Park52
4.63%
District Activity Park26
2.32%
Other Land Type16
1.42%

Stats on Parks by Status

StatusParksPercent
Active1073
95.55%
Partially Developed26
2.32%
Assembled17
1.51%

Stats on Parks by Neighbourhood

NeighbourhoodParksPercent
DOWNTOWN9
0.80%
GLENWOOD8
0.71%
EDGEMONT7
0.62%
STRATHCONA7
0.62%
RIVER VALLEY GOLD BAR6
0.53%
ROSSDALE6
0.53%
LAUREL6
0.53%
KESWICK6
0.53%
BELVEDERE6
0.53%

Dataset

Explore Edmonton’s parks with data on park names, locations, and land types. Ideal for families, urban planners, and community groups aiming to enhance access to green spaces across the city.

Dataset Information

SubjectRecreation
JurisdictionCity of Edmonton, Province of Alberta
Data ProviderEdmonton Department of Parks & Recreation
Sourcedata.edmonton.ca
AttributionContains information licensed under the Open Government Licence - Edmonton.