Meewasin River Valley

MEEWASIN RIVER VALLEY

The Meewasin Valley Authority exists to ensure a healthy and vibrant river valley, with a balance between human use and conservation by providing leadership in the management of its resources, promoting understanding, conservation and beneficial use of the Valley, and undertaking programs and projects in river valley development and conservation.

Meewasin has and will continue to apply the following five fundamental principles in planning the Valley.

Valley’s resources are accessible to everyone;
Conserve natural and heritage resources;
Recreation and development balanced with conservation;
Diverse activities for a varied and changing demographic; and
Public participation in decision making.

These principles will be generally common to subsequent development strategies, and will guide the formation and implementation of all plans and resource management strategies, including each Strategic Plan.

The Meewasin Trail lives in and outside of the City of Saskatoon, on both sides of the river, and includes several sites and services to help you make the most of your adventures. Explore the natural habitat along the riverbank, discover culture at museums and interpretive sites, and take advantage of enhancements such as parks and canoe launches. Many parks and sites are located along the Meewasin Trail, a must-see attraction. The trail runs over 105km along both sides of the river, winding under the bridges, and through beautifully landscaped parks and natural areas. Residents and visitors flock to the trail to cycle, jog, stroll or simply gaze at the scenery. Exploring the trail is easy! Access points are found throughout the city, with maps and interpretive signage along the route.