Our Parks
The Town of Devon's parks unit maintains more than 170 acres of grounds, including all town-owned playgrounds and athletic fields.
Each summer, the parks department cares for more than 60 hanging flower baskets throughout the downtown core and operates a tree replacement program, planting a minimum of 50 trees per year. Parks also cares for the grounds at Devon's Peace Cemetery
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During the winter months, the parks crew clears snow from Devon's extensive trail system and maintains two outdoor ice rinks - one next to the Dale Fisher Arenaand another in Centennial Park.
Devon Voyageur Park
Devon Voyageur Park is located at the end of Saskatchewan Avenue West along the North Saskatchewan River and provides ample free parking space. This beautiful area includes:
There are also a number of activities to enjoy at the park:
Fishing
Swimming
Canoeing
Boating
Gold panning
Hiking
Biking
Bird watching
Cycling
Voyageur Park is also the western most point for the beginning of the River Valley Alliance parks and trail system that starts here in Devon and runs all the way to the County of Strathcona to Fort Saskatchewan, a full 88km of riverfront integrated park. For more information about the RVA and the aims and vision go to www.rivervalley.ab.ca.
The river is a wonderful place to play and enjoy a day but we would encourage all visitors to play safe, watch for rising tides and keep an eye on your children at all times. For more safety tips please follow this link to river safety tips.
*There are a number of fire pits available on site. Please be aware that fires are not authorized in any area other than the designated fire pits at the park.
Centennial Park
Located on Athabasca Avenue (across from John Maland High School), Centennial Park is a beautiful setting for a picnic, recreational activity or even wedding/family photos. Amenities inckude a gazebo, picnic tables, benches, volleyball court, outdoor skating rink. Click here for INDOOR rink public skating times (at the Dale Fisher Arena). The Town of Devon thanks the local Bloom 2000 Gardening Society for maintaining the wide assortment of flower beds in this park
Splash Park (Located in Centennial Park)
2011 Season Tentatively Closes Monday, September 12
May and Jun
Mon to Fri: 1:00 p.m.- 10:00 p.m.
Sat and Sun: 10:00 a.m.-10:00 p.m.
July to the end of August (Weather pending, an extension MAY be applicable)
Sun to Sun: 10:00 a.m.-10:00 p.m.
Downtown Park
This relaxing green space is located by the Home Hardware (off Athabasca Avenue) and is one of the main links between the trails to the river valley area. It also has a number of tables and chairs that are available.
Neighbourhood Parks
There are a number of neighbourhood parks throughout the town. These spaces have been created to enhance the town and provide relaxing and tranquil places for residents and visitors to enjoy. Many of these parks are located by playgrounds to enable parents to enjoy the space as the children play.
Our Trails
The parks unit also maintains over 26 kilometres of paved and natural trails, including several trails in the picturesque North Saskatchewan River Valley, Devon’s trail system has something to offer everyone from bird-watching and biking to berry picking and skiing. Our trails brochure 
and the Nordic ski brochure have maps and other information that you may find useful.
Designed and laid out in loops, the trails offer individuals the opportunity to hike, run, bike or cross-country ski a variety of distances without having to backtrack on the trails and take the opportunity to enjoy the beauty of the local wildlife, flora and fauna.
The Nordic Ski Club maintains a number of trails in the winter season and provides lessons and an opportunity to go on group ski outings and generally have a good time in the open air on these wonderful trails. For more information on the club and how to contact them please link to the Nordic ski brochure.
Access to Trails
The trails can be accessed from a variety of areas around town. If you wish to drive to the river valley and start your trek from there, a parking lot is located just outside of the Lions Campground gates.
Trail Etiquette & Safety
Keep right, except when passing or turning left. Move completely off the trail (to the right) when stopping to avoid a collision. Yield to make way for less mobile users (strollers, wheelchairs, etc.).
Stay alert by being aware of your surroundings and other trail users. Use caution in blind corners, poor weather conditions and on unfamiliar sections of the trails.
Be visible by wearing brightly coloured or reflective clothing.
Use caution with earphones by keeping the volume low enough to hear others approaching.
Preserve the environment by avoiding fragile surfaces and vegetation.
Remember that this is a natural environment and be cautious of wildlife, this is their home.
Some areas of the natural trails can be steep and slippery so use care when accessing these areas.
Be a responsible pet owner by keeping your pet on a leash and under control. (See the trail map for off-leash locations.) Bag dispensers and garbage receptacles are located throughout the trail system.
Other Amenities
The trail system loops around both the Devon Golf Course and the Lions Campground. The golf course offers an excellent restaurant, complete with a lounge for your dining pleasure. The Lions Campground offers you a scenic place to stay for the night... or enjoy a relaxing picnic beside the North Saskatchewan River.
Lions Campground 
780.987.4777 www.devonlionspark.com
Devon Golf Course 780.987.3477 www.devongolf.ca
We are lucky that we have the North Saskatchewan River right here on our doorstep and it is a privilege that we are able to use it. However, rivers are a part of nature and are always changing. Remember that safety should be your first concern.
Some simple tips can make the difference between a fun day out and a tragedy:
Whether you are boating, swimming, fishing or simply lying on the waters edge you should always be aware of the potential changes to the levels of water and speed of current. Look for rising levels or, conversely, lowering ones, to avoid getting trapped on a sand bank.
It may be a very warm day but the weather can change in an instant and you don’t want to be stuck in the water and run the risk of hypothermia. It can happen even if the temperature is well above 25 degrees if it suddenly drops off.
Wear bright clothing – being seen works as well in water as it does on land.
If you are fishing, wade only to where you can see the bottom and beware of ‘holes’.
Caution should be used when walking along the river’s edge as sections of cold quick sand may be found during periods of low water levels.
When the river does start to freeze over take extra care. Do not walk on it. It may look solid but it is very unlikely that it will support your weight because of the flow underneath.
Be wary of the riverbanks – they may be very slippery.
If you experience or see an emergency situation please dial 911 immediately.
The Town of Devon recommends wherever possible to wait for emergency services but please exercise extreme caution if you choose to assist.
Vehicle Restriction - River's Edge
Due to environmental concerns visitors are NOT permitted to drive any vehicles on to the river’s edge. There is a complete restriction to the water for all vehicles except emergency access and to launch boats. Any vehicles found violating the restriction will be asked to move and may face fines.
If you have any bylaw concerns please call 780.419.4886 or 780.987.3414.