Back on the Trails Across Saskatchewan for Summer 2026
Tracing prairie trails through memory, discovery, and home.
By Ella Gidluck, SaskTrails Storyteller
From prairie pathways and forest boardwalks to hidden gems and small-town trail systems, Saskatchewan has no shortage of places to explore outdoors. This summer, I’m returning as the Saskatchewan Trails Association’s Trail Storyteller to continue sharing trail adventures and outdoor experiences from across the province.
After an unforgettable summer exploring trails, meeting incredible people, and discovering hidden gems across Saskatchewan last year, I’m excited to officially be returning as the Saskatchewan Trails Association’s Trail Storyteller for Summer 2026.
Still not fully convinced Castle Butte is actually in Saskatchewan and not secretly on another planet.
One of the coolest places I visited last summer, and definitely one of the most surreal landscapes I’ve explored on a Saskatchewan trail trip.
Last summer took me across the province to places I had never visited before, from quiet prairie trails and lakeside views to small-town stops, local stories, and some very memorable outdoor adventures along the way.
What started as a summer job quickly became an opportunity to see Saskatchewan differently.
One of my favourite parts of the experience was discovering just how much variety Saskatchewan’s trails have to offer. Some trails led to peaceful forests and wetlands, others to historic sites, rolling prairie views, hidden beaches, or small communities with stories worth sharing.
Along the way, I also learned that trail adventures do not always go exactly as planned, but that’s okay because it often makes the best stories.
Laced up the hiking boots like I was about to survive a multi-day wilderness expedition only to immediately walk across a very normal bridge that I absolutely could have crossed in my Birkenstocks.
My best defence on Saskatchewan trails has not been athleticism or survival instincts.
It has been aggressively applying bug spray like it owes me money.
Crossed the bridge after successfully answering the trail troll’s riddles three.
I cannot disclose the riddles at this time.
This summer, I’ll once again be travelling across Saskatchewan to explore trails, share outdoor experiences, highlight local communities, and create content designed to encourage more people to get outside and experience the province for themselves.
Over the coming months, you can expect:
- trail blogs and travel stories
- reels and short-form videos
- beginner-friendly outdoor content
- hidden gems and local history
- scenic road trip stops
- outdoor tips and seasonal adventures across Saskatchewan
This is currently my all time favourite trail at Madge Lake 🌲
Fen Trail somehow feels quiet, peaceful, and completely immersive the second you step onto it. Definitely one I already want to go back to.
Whether you’re someone who spends every weekend outdoors or someone simply looking for a new walking trail close to home, I hope this year’s stories inspire you to explore more of what Saskatchewan has to offer.
I’m looking forward to another summer of trails, stories, road trips, wildlife sightings, and probably at least a few mildly chaotic outdoor moments along the way.
Stay tuned for more Saskatchewan trail adventures throughout the summer.
This article is part of the SaskTrails Storyteller Series. Thank you to the Saskatchewan Parks and Recreation Association and Trans Canada Trail for supporting this initiative.
Ella Gidluck is the Saskatchewan Trails Association’s 2026 Summer Storyteller. She’s a university student with a love for quiet places, trail snacks, and telling the stories behind the paths we walk.
