Edmonton 
Events Description
Elk Island National Park is excited to work with Parkbus bring back a free shuttle service from Edmonton to Elk Island National Park this summer.
The Parkbus TD Elk Island Express will operate on select Saturdays.
Guests must reserve a seat by registering online at Parkbus.ca. A $15 deposit (per person) is required and will be refunded to participants who arrive on-time for their scheduled departure.
Regular park entry fees apply, and will be deducted automatically from the deposit – unless you have Parks Canada Discovery Pass. Parks Canada Discovery Pass holders must bring their pass on the bus.
Upon arrival to Elk Island National Park, the TD Elk Island Express will stop at the Elk Island National Park Visitor Information Centre, where the Parks Canada team will meet the passengers and offer a one-hour behind-the-scenes tour!
Guests can also learn about the history of the park, and browse local Indigenous artisan crafts and official Parks Canada merchandise.
Following this stop, TD Elk Island Express guests can watch for wildlife as they are transported 20 minutes north to the Astotin Lake Recreation Area, where they will spend the rest of the time of the visit.
Guests can enjoy a range of self-directed activities in this area: join an interpretive program, enjoy a picnic on the beach, play on the playground or watch birds and other wildlife from the Living Waters Boardwalk.
In addition to reserving their seat in advance, guests are reminded to prepare for their visit by planning activities, reviewing park regulations and safety tips, checking weather forecasts and bringing gear needed for a safe and enjoyable visit.
Services in Elk Island National Park are limited. Visitors should come prepared to be self-reliant with food, water, and equipment suitable for the weather conditions and activities they plan to enjoy.
For more information on Parkbus, please visit parkbus.ca/elkisland
For more information on Elk Island National Park, please visit parkscanada.gc.ca/elkisland
Who is it for?
all-ages
HOW MUCH
Tickets :
BUS: FREE Registration is required – visit the Parkbus website to register. A $15 deposit is required and will be refunded to participants who arrive on-time for their scheduled departure.
If you show up, a Parks Canada entrance fee of $8.50 per adult, $7.25 per senior, will be charged for passengers over 18 years of age.
Parks Canada Discovery Passes are accepted.
How to get tickets?
Buy Online
WHEN & WHERE
Date & Time:
Saturday, June 17, July 8, 22, 29, August 12, 19, 26, September 2, 2023
Estimated Arrival at Astotin Lake Area — 09:45 AM
Estimated Departure from Astotin Lake Area — 03:30 PM
Pickup/Dropoff in Edmonton
8:30 AM at MEC Edmonton Downtown (11904 104 Ave NW), Arrival 04:45 PM.
8:45 AM at Royal Alberta Museum (9810 103a Ave NW), Arrival 04:30 PM
One way travel time is approximately 1 hour
Venue: Elk Island National Park, 54401 Range Rd 203, Fort Saskatchewan, AB T8L 0V3
Free Parking
Public transport not accessible
