The Beaver Boardwalk
The Beaver Boardwalk
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Boardwalk with handicap access. We saw 2 beavers in actionat dusk. Well worth a visit. Ask a local for directions.
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Pickering, Canada303 contributions
Sept 2022
This is a beautiful place. The board walk is built on a lake and features beaver dams. Its not uncommon to see beavers there too. We saw one during our 30 mins of stay
The boardwalk is not difficult to walk on and anyone will be able to do it. If someone has mobility issues, then they may need some help in some parts.
The boardwalk is not difficult to walk on and anyone will be able to do it. If someone has mobility issues, then they may need some help in some parts.
Written September 14, 2022
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DaveAnderson53
Calgary, Canada45 contributions
Jun 2024 • Couples
The Beaver Boardwalk is a great place for quite reflective stroll or a great place to take a family. The industriousness of the beavers is easy to spot as they are constantly fortifying their dans and maintaining different water levels throughout the area.
Some of the boardwalk needs work but there are still plenty of paths to allow one to see the full area.
Best to visit in early evening to have the best chance to see the beavers in action
Some of the boardwalk needs work but there are still plenty of paths to allow one to see the full area.
Best to visit in early evening to have the best chance to see the beavers in action
Written June 6, 2024
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Mars19682015
Edmonton, Canada74 contributions
Aug 2020 • Solo
What a beautiful place. I’ve driven through Hinton so often and this is the first time I’ve been here. Easily accessible two minutes off the highway bordering on backyards but hidden from them. Spend ten minutes sitting overlooking the lake or stroll around the lake on an hour walk. Check out the amazing beaver dams with the dramatic water level changes. Beautiful place not to be missed. Great place for lunch or a visit or a break from the highway.
Written July 31, 2020
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Jen J
Fountain Hills, AZ27 contributions
Jun 2024 • Family
Great outdoor activity to get our kiddos (15 and 11) off their electronic devices. They loved exploring the area on the trails. We went around 2 PM and explored until 5:30 PM (no beavers yet). We had dinner and came back around 9:30 PM. We were able to watch six beavers! A nice gentleman shared with us and another family that the beavers like to hang out over by the lake.
Written June 8, 2024
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LynkayLangdonHills
Thorpe Bay, UK143 contributions
Sept 2023 • Couples
Visited the Beaver Boardwalk while we stayed in Hinton last week. were advised to go late afternoon/early evening and were not disappointed. Saw 5/6 lovely beeaver pups as they made their way out into the lake. Lovely place for all ages.
Written September 6, 2023
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ScubaNut099
Edmonton, Canada249 contributions
Aug 2021
I have been to this boardwalk a few times over the past 3 years. The boardwalk itself has slowly been deteriorating, but instead of repairing it, the town seems to be content to simply close off the various affected sections.
Even though a number of areas were boarded off and the elevated platform no longer stands, it is still a very nice and enjoyable walk. There are a number of trails that connect all around this boardwalk, so you can explore as much or little as you want.
The main "advertised" entrance to the boardwalk system is not easily accessible for people with limited mobility. However, the trail system surrounding it weaves it's way by various residential areas that have a 'flat entrance' to the trails (as opposed to the small hill at the main entrance).
There is both shady, forested areas for when the sun is out and temperatures are hot and the open main boardwalk area. And yes, actual beavers can potentially be seen here if you are lucky.
This is a nice relaxing escape for anywhere from 30 minutes to 2 hours.
Even though a number of areas were boarded off and the elevated platform no longer stands, it is still a very nice and enjoyable walk. There are a number of trails that connect all around this boardwalk, so you can explore as much or little as you want.
The main "advertised" entrance to the boardwalk system is not easily accessible for people with limited mobility. However, the trail system surrounding it weaves it's way by various residential areas that have a 'flat entrance' to the trails (as opposed to the small hill at the main entrance).
There is both shady, forested areas for when the sun is out and temperatures are hot and the open main boardwalk area. And yes, actual beavers can potentially be seen here if you are lucky.
This is a nice relaxing escape for anywhere from 30 minutes to 2 hours.
Written January 5, 2022
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jercilla93
77 contributions
May 2021
Easy trail, you can also access a lot of other trails from this location. The map was a little difficult to read so you can easily get lost if you aren't paying attention. Some of the boardwalk was closed off as it was unsafe at the time, I believe they will be doing some maintenance soon. Unfortunately we were not able to see any beavers however we did see muscrats which were just as lovely and adorable. I would recommend this for a nice easy afternoon walk especially if you have kids. We were able to use our stroller for the entire walk. Do be careful if doing this however as the boardwalk is pretty narrow.
Written June 3, 2021
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carrie808
Canada207 contributions
Aug 2020 • Family
This is a great outing for the whole family. The whole area is beautiful. Although we saw no beaver, we certainly saw their handiwork. Unfortunately, the water was so high in places, the boardwalk was underwater. Well signed, however.
The interpreter-signage was excellent.
The interpreter-signage was excellent.
Written August 12, 2020
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Chris_vonR
Montreal, Canada386 contributions
Aug 2020
We didn't see any animals, but enjoyed a casual walk along the boardwalk. Unfortunately, we didn't really know where we were going, as signage (before starting, and while walking) left something to be desired. I'd more accurately give this a 3.5/5 if I could.
Written August 24, 2020
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Becky H
High River, Canada6 contributions
Jul 2020 • Family
Very interesting area. Poorly maintained, a lot of boardwalk was underwater and you could not pass. Signs were hard to understand as well as to where you were. Needs some time out into it to make better. I think the beavers had dammed their water up too much!!! Needs to be better as this is the towns call to fame!
Written August 3, 2020
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Is this boardwalk maintained during the winter?
Written February 3, 2023
In the description it says this is in Hinton. On the map it shows it in Edson. Can anyone confirm where it is?
Written June 24, 2020
It is in Hinton. The location is behind the houses and the big sign of the Beaver Boardwalk is in the front of the appartement on 418 Collinge Road. But the entrance of the site is on Sutherland ave. You can park your car near the entrance
Written June 24, 2020
Hello, we are stopping in hinton around 7/8am at the end of June and would love to catch this treat of a trail. Can you let me know how long the trail is? How much time would it take to see some of the really beautiful areas? We would have about an hour available to us.
Written April 21, 2016
You would definitely have enough time in an hour to see a good portion of the beaver board walk and hang out to see if the beaver are busy. 7 or 8 in the morning would be a lovely time to spend time here as probably not too busy. There is approx 3 km of board walk but many trails lead off of the board walk if you want to see some of those trails too. We have a really good trail system in town! Hope you get to stop and enjoy.
Written April 22, 2016
kedekw
Edson, Canada
Hi, We are coming to Hinton tomorrow ( Sunday 28th June '15) and really keen to see the Beaver boardwalk area.
Your fame has travelled, we are Australians and have the surname "Beaver, so especially relevant for us.
May I please ask what time of the day are you most likely to actually see the Beavers ?
We are cycling from Edson, so hope to be there about 1pm, then leaving the next morning ( early) to cycle to Jasper.
We shall try and time our visit to the Beaver Boardwalk to suit the Beavers (the animals that is !) With many thanks Ross Beaver.
Written June 27, 2015
Hi there
The best time to see the animals would be at dusk
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It's amazing scenery
Joe/Kate
Written June 28, 2015
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