Cycling day trip from Edmonton to Sherwood Park

Get ready for a fun ride from vibrant downtown Edmonton to the relaxed vibes of Sherwood Park! This roughly 25.5 km journey gives you a nice mix of cityscape and greenery. Starting in Edmonton’s core, with its lively arts scene and scenic river valley, you’ll head east—mostly on paved surfaces—including plenty of dedicated cycleways and peaceful back roads.

There’s a gentle climb out of town (expect about 268 meters going up), but nothing an enthusiastic cyclist can’t handle! Much of the route is traffic-light, and you’ll spend almost half your ride on proper bike paths, cruising past parks and pockets of forest.

Sherwood Park, your destination, is a community known for its abundance of trails, sports parks, and a friendly small-town feel—even though it’s only minutes from Alberta’s capital. Soak up the change of pace and treat yourself to a coffee or snack at one of the local spots before heading back or exploring further!