It’s easy to forget about the lookout near McNally School. Tucked along the edge of the Forest Heights neighbourhood, the benches at Rowland Park Lookout offer a serene spot to take in both the cityscape and the river valley below.
Kendra Connor, executive director of Varscona Theatre, lives in nearby Fulton Place and walks over to enjoy the view from benches perched along the overlook.
“It’s probably the best view of the city and one of the coolest places to watch the weather change,” she says. “It feels like lots of people do the same thing too.”
That shared moment of awe — or, let’s be honest, shared photo op — also fosters connection in an unlikely place. Connor’s advice: soak in the moment.
“It’s very instagrammable,” she says. “But put your phone down and enjoy it.”
If there’s anything to be gleaned from this series: we Edmontonians love food and we love being outdoors. When we’re not slurping noodles or lingering over brunch, we’re taking scenic strolls, stopping at dog parks and snapping pictures at river valley vistas. Delve into this year’s list of Edmontonians’ favourite things — with best-loved picks from a variety of noteworthy locals who span the arts, business, sports and non-profit realms — to help build your own summer bucket list. And if you can’t make it beyond your backyard, you can at least follow this foolproof formula and enjoy something tasty in the sunshine.
