Activities and experiences

Grasslands National Park

Take a driving tour through either block, hike through the rugged back country, or witness beautiful dark skies and roaming bison. Whether you’re exploring on your own, or joining one of our interpretive hikes or special events, you’re sure to be in awe.

Reservation launch dates

Parks Canada will be launching reservations for the 2023 visitor season starting in March. Updates will be shared on our reservations page and on Parks Canada’s social media channels.

Parks Canada oTENTik below the Milky Way at night in the Dark Sky Preserve, in Grasslands National Park.

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oTENTiks, tenting, RVs, or equestrian? Front country comforts or back country adventure, the options and views are endless!

Young adults out hiking on the 70 Mile Butte Trail at West Block, in Grasslands National Park.

Hiking

Choose your own epic backcountry route or hike one of the many great trails in the park, including the fantastic 70 Mile Butte trail.

The sun sets on the rugged hills of the badlands in the East Block

Badlands Parkway

Take in the 11 km scenic driving experience that meanders along the rim of breathtaking Badlands and see some of Saskatchewan’s finest scenery!

Visitor enjoying the breathtaking views of the Milky Way at night from the Frenchman Valley Campground in the Dark Sky Preserve, in Grasslands National Park.

World Class Astronomy

The Grasslands National Park Dark Sky Preserve is one of the darkest in Canada!

Two boys dig for fossils with the palaeontologist.

Tours and programs

Discover some of Canada’s rarest wildlife, darkest skies, astonishing dinosaur fossils, over 20,000 teepee rings, and varied landscapes.

Plains bison in September, in Grasslands National Park.

Ecotour Scenic Drive

The Ecotour Scenic Drive (West Block) features stunning landscapes, rich history, and active conservation.

 

Camping and overnight accommodations

Back-country camping Backcountry camping
Camping Camping
Camping Tent and RV camping
Camping Equestrian camping
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Things to do

Interpretation All Activities
Wildlife viewing Animal watching
Bison viewing Bison watching
Sea birds Bird watching
Interpretation Calendar of events
Bicycles Cycling
Dogs on leash Dog walking
Geocaching Geocaching
Hiking Hiking
Horseback riding Horseback riding
Kayaking Kayaking
Mountain biking Mountain biking
Photo Opportunity Photography
Lookout Red chairs
Lookout Scenic Drive – West Block
Lookout Scenic Drive – East Block
Interpretation School programs
Stargazing
Interpretation Tours and programs
Exhibit Youth Programs
Interpretation Volunteer

Services and amenities

Accessible Facilities Accessible services
Dogs on leash Dogs on leash
Gift Shop Gift shop
Information Information
Lookout Lookout
Parking Parking
Picnic area Picnic area
Toilet Restrooms
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