River Bend Golf and Recreation Area Master Plan (pdf)

About the project

The River Bend Golf and Recreation Master Plan establishes a 20-year site vision, identifying guiding principles and actionable strategies to optimize the site with the broadest and most impactful community benefit in mind. The plan was developed in 2022 with significant input from the community, and was accepted by City Council in 2023. The Action Plan is divided into goals, initiatives, and action items. Each action item has been assigned a suggested priority rating, anticipated timeline for implementation, and estimated cost. The plan also identified the Top 10 Recommended Actions. The City has been working to develop a prioritization plan to determine how to move forward with the recommendations outlined in the report.

During the 2023/2024 Capital and Operating Budget debate, City Council approved $5.5 million for golf course improvements, and a tender is currently out for this work. The City is working closely with the River Bend Golf and Recreation Society to determine priorities and an implementation plan for these improvements.

River Bend Golf and Recreation Area (known also as River Bend) is located on 30 Avenue, north of 67 Street. The land is owned by The City of Red Deer and is operated by the River Bend Golf & Recreation Society. This site currently offers the following amenities: River Bend Golf Course, wooded hiking trails, Discovery Canyon, canoeing and fishing, cross country skiing and boat access to the Red Deer River.