High water levels close low-lying trails, access to North Saskatchewan River

A shot of Edmonton's river valley on Monday, June 22, 2026, after days of continued rain. (Sean McClune/CTV News Edmonton)

The City of Edmonton has closed all low-lying trails and access to the North Saskatchewan River due to rising water levels and a provincial high streamflow advisory.

Trails included in the closure are Highlands - Dawson Trail, Capilano - Gold Bar Trail, Emily Murphy Park - Kinsmen Trail, and the river loop trail near Fort Edmonton Park.

Additional trails along Mill Creek at Jackie Park and in the Minchau neighbourhood are also closed.

The city is advising that Edmontonians stay out of the water and away from low-lying areas along the river and other natural waterways until further notice.

It is also asked that watercraft be kept off the river due to fast-moving water, strong currents and debris.