What sets Walden apart from many of Calgary's other newer communities is the seriousness with which its developer approached environmental stewardship. The developers of Genstar place a major focus on green living with only native trees and vegetation planted around the neighbourhood. The streets are facilitated with special infiltration beds, which prevent rainwater from going directly into the nearby Bow River. These are not cosmetic gestures, they represent a genuine commitment to building a community that works with its natural environment rather than simply replacing it.

Walden has parks and open spaces, pathways framed by trees that promote walking, running or biking, a naturalized wetland and clear-water pond that is home to a myriad of birds and geese, and playgrounds for all ages. The wetland in particular gives the community a distinctive character, a genuine natural feature that attracts wildlife year-round and provides residents with a quiet, restorative green space right on their doorstep. When completed, Walden will consist of three villages and a 160-acre park system, one of the most generous green space allocations of any community in south Calgary.

Walden is located south of 194th Avenue and west of Macleod Trail. To the east is the Bow River Valley. To the north is the community of Chaparral and to the south is Legacy. Macleod Trail is one of Calgary's busiest and most important north-south arterials, giving Walden residents fast, direct access to the city centre, the Shawnessy commercial corridor, and points south toward Okotoks and High River. Located just off Macleod Trail, Walden has easy access to downtown Calgary, Okotoks, and everything in between.

Stoney Trail to the north provides the east-west ring road connection for broader city movement, and Deerfoot Trail is accessible within minutes, making the Calgary International Airport and the city's northeast employment corridor both practical destinations for daily commuters. The South Health Campus, one of Calgary's largest hospitals, is located just a short drive away in Seton, providing residents with convenient access to healthcare services. Calgary Transit bus service connects Walden to the broader transit network.

Some of the best courses in Calgary's south are right on your doorstep.

Blue Devil Golf Course in Chaparral Valley is a local favorite, a challenging and scenic layout that draws players from across the city. Right alongside it, Lil Devil offers a well-designed par 3 course that's perfect for beginners learning the game or seasoned players looking to sharpen their short game in a relaxed setting. Look to this course to be open early and late season as well as winter indoor leagues.

McKenzie Meadows Golf Course is a standout for both casual rounds and serious practice. The course itself is excellent, but what truly sets McKenzie Meadows apart is its practice facility; featuring two driving ranges, a dedicated pitching area, a chipping and putting green, and a sand trap to work on those all-important bunker shots.

For something a little more expansive, Heritage Pointe Golf Club offers a magnificent 27-hole layout just south of the city, along with the Launch Pad an innovative golf entertainment facility open year-round that's as fun for non-golfers as it is for die-hard players.

Those looking for an exclusive experience will find it at Carmoney Golf & Country Club, a private members club offering a premium golf experience for those who prefer a more intimate and refined setting.