The main recreational facility in town is the SLS Centre which has a multitude of facilities within the building. Other options for recreation are the many fitness centres such as Goodlife, Anytime Fitness, and F45.
For other recreational activities, there are the many outdoor facilities available as well.

Cochrane is home to over 500 hectares of land that are designated for parks and open spaces. This includes more than three dozen parks with playgrounds, tennis courts, off leash dog parks, trout ponds for fishing, outdoor skating, and over 80 km of pathways that are maintained year-round.

Where fun meets the open sky

Top Cochrane Playgrounds

Sunset Ridge Playground

Heartland Playground

Found on the west side of the city this park sparks kids' imagination. With lots of slides, baby swings and saucer swings it is very family friendly.

Centennial Park Playground

This park is wheel chair accessible and has a great ramp system. From toddlers to older kids everyone loves this playground. There is a hockey rink, two playground sites, and body weight work out equipment. This park also has saucer swings, baby swings, a merry go round, and mini trampolines.

Fireside Central Park

Fireside boasts a large park space, featuring an array of amenities including a recreational ice rink, cozy fire pits, and a medium sized tobogganing hill. A scenic paved trail weaves these attractions together, leading to a pump track and a well-equipped playground. This playground offers baby swings, classic swings, and an adventurous play structure complete with two towering slides and climbing towers, designed for children aged 5 and older. The network of walking trails extends to the school fields, connects to a baseball diamond, and leads to two additional playgrounds, creating a comprehensive outdoor experience for the community.

Willows Playground

Discover a versatile playground for all ages! Featuring climbing walls, spider webbing, slides for every age, classic and baby swings, and ample space for picnics and running around. Perfect for a fun-filled day outdoors!

Spray Park

Located at Spray Lake Sawmills you  can find a gated spray park with lots of different water features. Be sure to bring an umbrella as it can get hot with little shade available!

Book a facility @ parks@cochrane.ca or call 403-851-2590

Outdoor Activity Spaces

Tennis & Pickle Ball Courts

- William Camden Park in Glenbow offers two tennis courts.

- Quigley Courts in the East End feature four courts exclusively for pickleball.

- Additionally, Quigley Courts provide two multi-use courts, marked for both tennis and pickleball.

Soccer, Rugby and more

Each neighbourhood has several sports fields that are ideal for organized sports as well as an impromptu game if not booked. There are also fields located in Mitford, and Gleneagles. There are multiple leagues and user groups that book these fields throughout the season.

Baseball

Over a dozen ball diamonds are available for casual neighborhood games or for reservations by teams and leagues. Currently, three youth and adult leagues regularly utilize these facilities..

Disc Golf Course

Situated in Riverfront Park, there's a delightful nine-hole course perfect for family fun! Featuring upgraded baskets and complimentary access seven days a week, it's an excellent activity for all to enjoy.

Zero Gravity Skate Park

Spanning 427 square meters, this plaza features a modern bowl unit and is situated along Highway 22 in the middle of Cochrane. Here, individuals of all ages gather to enjoy the park's amenities.

Cochrane Ranche

Nestled along Highway 1A lies a historic green oasis, complete with walking trails, staircases, and a picturesque creek winding through it. Here, individuals engage in various workouts, including yoga and kickboxing, while families relish the serene beauty of the surrounding greenery.