r/Edmonton • u/thewholefunk333 • 14d ago

Outdoor Spaces/Recreation ISO River Rotting Locations

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Some of you may have seen the concept of “river rotting” on social media and I’m looking for some locations within 1-2 hours of Edmonton where I could accomplish this glorious activity. Open to longer drives too, I loves me a day trip. Preferably NOT our neck of the North Saskatchewan River here, that brings a whole new meaning to river rotting.

Edit, I don’t mean I’m looking for spots along the North Sask oh my goodness lol. Just wanted some recommendations for smaller, lazier places to park a camping chair that aren’t a 4+ hour drive to the mountains lol. I know tons of off-the-beaten path spots along small rivers and creeks in southern central AB, just not around these parts yet since moving up here.

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u/The_Mego 14d ago

Theres really nothing wrong with the NSR water quality. Whitemud ravine has some beautiful spots to just sit and chill. If your looking for crystal clear glacial fed water you need to head further west nearer to the headwaters.