A place for people and wildlife
Gray Park Natural Area sits along the Sheep River in Diamond Valley, southwest of Calgary. Its public trails invite visitors to walk through grasslands, riverside forests, and wetlands while noticing the plants, wildlife, and changing seasons that make this place special.
The park was made possible through Gordon Gray’s generous gift. Today, Western Sky Land Trust owns Gray Park and works in partnership with the Town of Diamond Valley to welcome visitors while caring for the land and its sensitive habitat.
The park was made possible through Gordon Gray’s generous gift. Today, Western Sky Land Trust owns Gray Park and works in partnership with the Town of Diamond Valley to welcome visitors while caring for the land and its sensitive habitat.
Plan your visit
A little planning can help you make the most of your time at Gray Park. Check entrances, trail conditions, and visitor guidance before you go.
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Getting there Gray Park Natural Area is in Diamond Valley, southwest of Calgary. Use the map below for directions and choose one of the marked public entrances. Dogs and wildlife Gray Park is not an off-leash area. Dogs must remain leashed at all times. Staying on designated trails and giving wildlife space helps keep the park welcoming for everyone. |
Entrances and trails Enter through marked public entrances and stay on designated trails. The trails take visitors through grasslands, riverside forests, wetlands, and areas shaped by the Sheep River. Conditions and accessibility Trail conditions can change with rain, snow, ice, river levels, maintenance, and wildlife activity. Some trails have natural, uneven surfaces. Review current conditions and posted notices before visiting. |
Trail access and conditions may change. Check the Town of Diamond Valley’s current visitor information before travelling.
Explore Gray Park
Every visit can offer something new. Look closely along the trails, try Gray Park Bingo, scan the markers around the park, or explore from home.
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Gray Park Bingo
Use the Gray Park Bingo card to search for plants, wildlife, water features, and signs of beaver activity. Open it on your phone or print a copy before your visit. |
QR markers
Look for QR markers as you explore. Scan one with your phone’s camera to open a short story about a plant, animal, habitat feature, or part of Gray Park’s history. |
Virtual hike
Not able to visit in person? Follow the virtual hike to learn about Gray Park’s landscapes, wildlife, and seasonal changes from home or the classroom. |
Discover the stories of Gray Park
Every trail holds clues to the plants, wildlife, water, and people that shape Gray Park. Choose a topic to learn more before, during, or after your visit.
Birds and plants
Beavers, water and habitat
The Gray Park story
Take learning outdoors
Gray Park offers opportunities for students, families, and community groups to explore local plants, wildlife, water, and seasonal change through hands-on activities connected to the landscape.