Russian Jack Springs Park Loop

The feel

This is an easy loop of paved and gravel paths through birch and spruce at Russian Jack Springs Park, with playgrounds along the way. The paved multi-use trail is 8 to 10 ft wide with soft shoulders, and it links the park to neighborhoods and the Chester Creek trail system.

The park covers 323 acres and holds 6 miles of managed trails, 2.9 miles paved and 3.1 miles soft-surface. In winter the trails are groomed for classic and skate skiing.

What to expect

Route and terrain

Loop, 3.1 miles, with about 242 ft of gain. Paved and gravel paths through birch and spruce.

Time

About 1.5 hours.

Dogs

Leashed dogs are welcome on the loop. The park also has an off-leash dog area, where dogs must be leashed on entering and leaving.

Kids

Rated easy, with playgrounds in the park.

Season and access

Groomed for classic and skate skiing in winter. Upgrade work on the paved trail and bridges runs through 2026 and 2027.

Mingo says

Walk it from January through September. Come for the full circuit, which is 3.1 miles on the loop.

Before you go

• Expect construction in 2026 to 2027: more paved trail rehabilitation, a new bridge near the Lidia Selkregg Chalet and sledding hill safety work.
• Carry a leash. Dogs must be leashed on the loop and when entering or leaving the off-leash area.
• Pick up after your dog; owners must clean up after them in the off-leash area.

Written October 2026. Sources are listed at the end of this page.