4.5Butterfly Conservatory(5.825 reviews) - Beautiful and Educational Nature & Wildlife Areas
This is a phenomenal Butterfly Conservatory and an easy stop if you are visiting the Niagara Botanical Gardens. The Butterfly Conservatory has such a wide array of butterfly varieties and the layout is lush and beautiful. The gift shop has a nice array of items, staff are friendly, and there are both informational displays and an educational video that you can check out before entering the conservatory. You'll need to pay a small fee to park, but you'll also have access to the Niagara Botanical Gardens from this parking lot, which is free to visit. The combination of the two stops is truly well worth the cost.See more..
4.5Bird Kingdom(3.504 reviews) - Fascinating Saturday: 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Nature & Wildlife Areas • Zoos
Experience the world’s largest free-flying indoor aviary; an exciting adventure that’s fun for all ages! Discover hundreds of tropical birds as you explore the pathways throughout the multi-level rainforest. Be sure to bring your camera as you encounter exotic birds and animals up close in their natural habitats.See more..
4.5Jungle Cat World Wildlife Park(1.039 reviews) - Learn, experience and enjoy Saturday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Nature & Wildlife Areas • Zoos
We at Jungle Cat World Wildlife Park believe that all living creatures are significant and must be treated with value and respect. Since 1983, our purpose has been to connect our guests with the animals in our care in a respectful and mutually meaningful way.See more..
4.5Niagara Glen Nature Areas(850 reviews) - Genuine Nature experience minutes from the Falls Nature & Wildlife Areas • Parks • Hiking Trails
I was AMAZED by this place! Not much new ever happens at Niagara having visited over many years, but had not seen this before. Wow. Beautiful hiking trails right down to the rivers edge, multiple routes (suggest getting a paper map or downloading, there are a lot of interconnected trails.) Took some friends from Sweden here, they loved the hiking and access to the water, it helped that we had a gorgeous fall day, and entry was FREE! Not crowded, lots of nature and away from the tourist hustle(s). A couple notes, some of the trails a bit rugged, with elevation change of maybe 60 metres, might be a tough walk in flip flops or quite slippery if raining. My wife has replacement knees, so stayed at the top, but also enjoyed a couple walking trails and wildlife photography. I would suggest 1-2 hours.See more..
4.5Bruce Peninsula National Park(755 reviews) - Grotto newly reopened National Parks • Nature & Wildlife Areas • Hiking Trails
When visiting Bruce Peninsula National Park, start your adventure at the Parks Canada Visitor Centre in Tobermory. Here you'll find information to help plan your visit including tips on where to go when the Cyprus Lake parking lots are full, activities for children, and recommendations on hiking trails. Don't forget the Visitor Centre also includes a natural history museum and just around the corner, a viewing tower and some great hiking trails. While you're at the Visitor Centre take in an Interpretation program. Other visitor attractions in the park include Singing Sands Beach, Halfway Log Dump with incredible views of limestone cliffs and boulder beaches, and of course the Grotto and Indian Head Cove near Cyprus Lake. Bruce Peninsula National Park also includes the popular Cyprus Lake Campground with 232 camp sites and 10 yurt accommodations. Please visit the park website for more information and links to the Parks Canada reservations website. July and August are extrememly busy times in the park so plan your trip accordingly and visit the park website for information on other attractions in the area, fees, hours, park regulations and safety tips.See more..
Really nice hikes in Arrowhead park. It was quite busy for end of October and some of the trails were very muddy (wear good hiking boots!) but we enjoyed ourselves. We did the Arrowhead lake trail (5km), the Stubbs Falls trail (1,5 in and out trail, one side is closed) and the Lookout trail (3km). We came for the Beaver trail, but it was closed due to flooding.See more..
4.0Safari Niagara(567 reviews) - Dino Drive through Saturday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent More than 3 hours Nature & Wildlife Areas • Zoos • Aquariums
Safari Niagara is a 150-acre nature park with over 1000 animal, bird and reptile species, located only 10 minutes from Niagara Falls. Safari Niagara is the ultimate summer fun destination for people of all ages and abilities. The park is completely interactive with educational shows and tours*, animal feedings and a petting farm. Admission is all-inclusive, providing unlimited use of the ropes course*, safari rides*, splash pad, fishing, kite flying, pedal bike go karts*, jumping pillows*, paddle boats and more. Off season rates from May 11-31 and September 3-October 14, 2019 available. For more information on the concerts and events, park information, hours and pricing, visit our web site. *June 1st or later - Labour Day only. Weather Permitting.See more..
4.5Cambridge Butterfly Conservatory(560 reviews) - Visit the Tropics! Saturday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Speciality Museums • Nature & Wildlife Areas
MARCH BREAK EXTENED HOURS! March 11 - March 19 open 9am - 6pm. Discover thousands of free-flying butterflies in our 10,000-square-foot indoor tropical garden. Our conservatory also hosts a variety of tropical plants, birds, and animals, along with several water features. Witness butterflies emerge from their chrysalis and take their first flight, tour our mounted and live-insect galleries, shop our gift store and enjoy our café to complete your visit!See more..
4.5Springbank Park(474 reviews) - Beautiful setting Spent 1-2 hours Nature & Wildlife Areas • Parks • Playgrounds
I travel across the city just to walk in this park because it's so peaceful, even with the odd biker and other people. Your walk, from the Guy Lombardo museum and heading south, takes you right along the riverside, so a very relaxing view with geese, ducks and other birds here and there, and benches along the way for a rest. I love it.See more..
4.0Elora Gorge Conservation Area(439 reviews) - Elora Gorge, a nice afternoon outing away from the crowds Saturday: 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM Nature & Wildlife Areas
the perfect cure for COVID - the gorge is a nice easy drive from the St Jacob's farmer's market if you want to make a day's outing from it. Madelaine at the front gate was very happy to see us, we picked an overcast day so that we were not swamped by anyone and everyone, and as a result, we had the place pretty much to ourselves. It was nice to see the gorge, walk the trails, smell fresh air and hear birds, not people. There is currently no day camping there, but you can definitely picnic and enjoy a small gathering with your favourite 10 people!! Although it was officially closed for tubing in the river, that didn't stop the die-hards. And for those who like raspberries/blackberries, they are ripe for the picking.See more..
For over 60 years visitors have come to Discover Paradise at this lush oasis, just a short walk from the Niagara Falls. Collections of orchids, succulents and other tropical plant species are on display throughout the year, along with floral shows that reflect the changing seasons. Flying throughout the greenery are colourful tropical birds that may sing for your entertainment!See more..
4.5Rattray Marsh Conservation Area(324 reviews) - Beautiful spot to commune with nature Saturday: 7:00 AM - 8:30 PM Nature & Wildlife Areas
Walk along Lake Ontario through Jack Darling Park, and then continue into this lovely wooded, natural marshland. A great chance to see turtles and many species of plants. The swans from the lake wander in to swim through the grassy marsh and feed on plants.See more..
4.5Haliburton Forest and Wild Life Reserve(305 reviews) - The Johnson Lake Group Campsite Saturday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent More than 3 hours Nature & Wildlife Areas • Parks • Forests
Ontario's hidden outdoor recreation, education and entertainment gem. Haliburton Forest, is a unique, privately owned forest located on over 100,000 acres of rolling hardwood forests, beautiful lakes, meandering rivers and extensive wetlands in the Haliburton Highlands of central Ontario, 3 hours north of Toronto. An outdoor lover's paradise, Haliburton Forest, features wilderness adventure activities including the Wolf Centre, the Walk in the Clouds forest canopy tour, groomed snowmobile/atv trails, mountain biking, dog sledding, fishing, hiking, astronomy, wildlife observation, wolf howls, natural history presentations, guided experiences, wilderness camping and accommodations, and an array of educational programs.See more..
You can spend hours walking along river and small forest. Rent kayak, climb trees, picnic under the trees. Peaceful and under-rated!See more..
4.5Rattlesnake Point Conservation Area(266 reviews) - what a view, what a forest Saturday: 8:30 AM - 9:00 PM Nature & Wildlife Areas • Hiking Trails
Even though the trail markers confused me it was hard to get lost on these pathways. Some areas can handle wheel chairs. Some areas require a bit of rock scramble. Beautiful variety of trees in these Halton Hills. Plenty of parking, gate security and reservations restrict numbers so it is so very peaceful.See more..
4.5Happy Rolph's Animal Farm(257 reviews) - Great for lunch or family outing Saturday: 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM Nature & Wildlife Areas
Stopped here on a whim to check it out for future family visits. The farm is meticulous with whimsical signage and playful information about the animals there. A very populous duck pond is down the hill. Following the path along the lake leads through a moving 9/11 memorial tree park. The park is picturesque and green with lots of picnic tables and public washroom.See more..
Ran thru this place the other day, it is located on Bloor Street in Whitby near the Ajax border. It's a pay and display location, and not dog friendly. Before social distancing it was great for picnics, nature walks, etc, if you had small children this was the place to take them. Now with COVID-19 the latrines are closed, the parking lot is packed, and there are much too many folks there. There is a pokemon gym at the entrance, and no Wi-Fi.See more..
4.5Wye Marsh Wildlife Centre(236 reviews) - An interesting nature experience Saturday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Nature & Wildlife Areas
Open year round, Wye Marsh is an excellent place to get outdoors and get close to nature. Situated on 3,000 acres of National and Provincial Wildlife Area, the centre is teaming with fantastic wildlife viewing opportunities. From trumpeter swans to painted turtles there is always something to see from the 25 km of trails and boardwalks. We also offer naturalist guided tours and programs that will take you into the marsh. We offer guided canoe/kayak tours, walks with a naturalist and equipment rentals (bike, ski and snowshoe) to further explore the marsh. Our interpretive centre has live reptiles and amphibians and birds of prey demonstrations. Throughout the year we run special events, workshops and speaker presentations. Escape, explore and experience nature at it's best with Wye Marsh.See more..
Wonderful park. Sadly there are many walking groups who find it necessary to walk 3 or 4 abreast which makes it difficult to observe social distance requirements of 2m when crossing their path. It does not take much consideration to realize that single file would be suitable when one sees oncoming people approaching.See more..
Tiffany Falls is my favorite. Parking is a nightmare. $5 like everywhere else but the lot is very small. The bylaw officer was handing out tickets to everyone not parked in an actual spot. We had to wait 10ish minutes for one to open up. The path leading to the falls is 5-10mins and fairly easy. Ricks and bridges but very pretty. It's hard to social distance so we kept stopping for others coming out. The trail takes you to the bottom of the waterfall.See more..
My husband and I came here for a day of kayaking and hiking. I saw that some people were complaining that they couldn’t get in but we came right when they opened and had no issues. First we went kayaking and it was really beautiful. I definitely would go again. Next before we left we hiked the trails. They were also really nice and well kept. My only negative about the park was the garbage. Obviously I can’t blame the park for this because obviously humans know better than to throw their garbage everywhere. Just really makes me sad to see this at a place so beautiful. Regardless, I would definitely recommend going. See more..
4.5Duchesnay Falls Trails(216 reviews) - So Worth the Time! Nature & Wildlife Areas • Hiking Trails • Waterfalls
We always saw lots of cars on the side of Hwy 17 and finally had a chance to see what it was all about. We were not disappointed. The trails are clear and easy to hike. So glad we explored beyond the first falls we saw. The is so much MORE further up the trail. Be sure to hike at least as far as the iron bridge so you see both sides of the river as it branches and offers many larger falls of power rushing water as well as tree lined sections of babbling brooks. We will be sure to return in the fall!!See more..
McGregor Point is a beautiful, shady and comfortable park on the shores of Lake Huron. We had a tent, and a private campsite in the tent area, as we did not need electricity. We went to the Park Store for delicious ice cream, and we went to the Nature Centre where we walked out on the boardwalk to see the sunset. Swimming was better in Port Elgin, as there is a nice sandy beach there with all the amenities of chairs, showers and change areas. We had a wonderful experience in McGregor ParkSee more..
4.5Fathom Five National Marine Park(184 reviews) - Both Flowerpot Island and the Visitors Centre are Worthwhile Saturday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM National Parks • Nature & Wildlife Areas
We visited both Flowerpot Island via a Bruce Anchor Cruise, and the the Fathom Five Visitors Centre (which is included with your park pass). Both are well worth visiting. On Flowerpot Island we had up close glimpses of both Flowerpots and the Cave. We also saw the lighthouse and other islands from our boat (along with a couple of shipwrecks). Then at the Visitors Centre, we thoroughly enjoyed walking through the gallery of exhibits about Fathom Five, Bruce Peninsula and Tobermory. Then we climbed the steps to the top of the Lookout Tower for a great view of the bay and the Peninsula. If you are planning to only take the shipwreck tour think again and make sure a stop on Flowerpot Island in the Fathom Five National Park is included!See more..
4.0Heart Lake Conservation Park(167 reviews) - Hidden Gem Temporarily closed - Closed until further notice Spent 2-3 hours Nature & Wildlife Areas
Enjoy outdoor fun with the beauty of nature as your backdrop at Heart Lake Conservation Area. From fishing in the lake or frolicking at our new pool and splash pad, to speeding above the water on one of our twin zip lines, Heart Lake offers all the best in outdoor entertainment.See more..
4.5Kortright Centre for Conservation(167 reviews) - Bring the bug repellent. Saturday: 9:30 AM - 4:00 PM Spent 2-3 hours Nature & Wildlife Areas • Hiking Trails • Educational sites
Located 10 minutes north of Toronto, on 325 hectares of pristine woodlands, the Kortright Centre for Conservation combines a natural oasis with some of the most leading-edge sustainable education programs and events in Canada. Kortright Centre hosts 100,000 visitors annually. We offer more than 50 environmental education programs for schools, as well as a selection of 30 different sustainable technology workshops for the public, trades and professionals.See more..
4.5Cochrane Polar Bear Habitat(163 reviews) - Amazing! Saturday: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Nature & Wildlife Areas
There is no other place in the world like the Cochrane Polar Bear Habitat. It offers the most space in the world for polar bears in human care, all while providing unique research opportunities for polar bear specialists. The Habitat is currently home to Ganuk, Henry and Inukshuk, who could not survive without human help. These three bears have 24 acres of pristine, subarctic and boreal terrain to roam, including a 10-acre lake. The best time to see the bears is usually in the mornings when they are at their most active. Since the bears have as much control over their environment as possible, they choose when and where to eat, swim, sleep, or explore. You may have to be patient to get the best views, but they’re worth it. The Habitat offers daily talks with Animal Care Staff to provide guests a chance to speak one-on-one with the people who take care of the bears. While you-re on-campus, check out the Heritage Village (seasonal), the Snowmobile Museum, and the Gift Shop.See more..
4.5Westfield Heritage Village(152 reviews) - Wonderful place for a weekend with the whole family Saturday: 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Nature & Wildlife Areas • History Museums
Westfield Heritage Village Conservation Area is located just outside of the village of Rockton, Ontario. The site is open daily from 8:00 am to 8:00 pm for walking, hiking and bird-watching. The historical buildings are only open on special program days. Check the website for further information.See more..
4.0Kelso Conservation Area(150 reviews) - Disappointing Visit Saturday: 8:30 AM - 9:00 PM Nature & Wildlife Areas • Parks
Timed ticket has to be purchased before hand. It only cost $8.48 including tax for seniors. I took the Turkey Shoot Trail at the Kelso Summit at 5301 Steeles Avenue West, and got all the way to the end of Kelso Quarry in about 30 minutes. Nothing particularly exciting, and I could not see the full view of the quarry properly because of a fence. I then drove to 5234 Kelso Road, and managed to see the beach at the Kelso Lake, the ski hill, the Kelso Summit, and the Halton Region Heritage Services ground with a little pond. Again, not very exciting. Overall a disappointment for me.See more..
great place to explore if looking for something nice and relaxing not too long. mobility issues when walking up to the caves if you are not steady on your fit. Can park in the first parking lot and walk in 800 meters about 10 - 15 minutes. you can also drive down to the second parking lot. it's an app to pay for 6.00 for parking. the road has some deep pot holes so be careful with your carSee more..
4.5Warsaw Caves(136 reviews) - Great day trip Nature & Wildlife Areas • Hiking Trails
Warsaw Caves Conservation Area and Campground has over 13 km of hiking trails, a sandy beach, camping, canoeing, and natural features, including caves and kettles, carved from river water that used to cover the area.See more..
Beautiful place. Has great trails. It's almost magical in the winter, the way the sun shines through the trees in the late afternoon. Although it's not quite as remote as it once was, the campground is long since gone and will someday in the not too distant future be completely surrounded by the urban sprawl. As a result It's getting harder to find the personal serenity there. Enjoy it while you still can. Also keep an eye out for coyotes, although they have never shown to be aggressive, they are there and I can personally attest to seeing them in the area on more than one occasion, including on my last visit.See more..
4.5Cambridge to Paris Rail Trail(132 reviews) - Imposing stone ruins of the German Woolen Mill are a most worthwhile hike from Glen Morris car park up river along the rail trai Saturday: 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM Biking Trails • Nature & Wildlife Areas • Hiking Trails
The 18 kilometre (11 mile) trail follows the Grand River through lush Carolinian forest with spectacular river overlooks. The trail is level, finished with fine gravel and provides an easy path for cyclists and hikes. The trail follows the old roadbed of the Lake Erie and Northern Railway (LE&N). Trail Access •Cambridge: The Canadian General-Tower Trailhead is at 210 Water Street South (Highway 24) just south of Concession Street. •Glen Morris: A parking area at the end of Forbes Street also serves a nearby river canoe launch. •Paris: The Jean Rich Foundation Trailhead is on Willow Street near Green Lane at the north end of Paris. Uses •Hiking and biking all year •Cross-country skiing and snowshoeing in the winter •No motorized vehicles of any kindSee more..
3.5Elora Quarry Conservation Area(129 reviews) - Beautiful and clean Temporarily closed - Closed until further notice Nature & Wildlife Areas
Beautiful place, clean and easy to parking. Just remember to buy the tickets one one before go (due Covid-19). This is the reason is not full of people and clean. We can stay only 3 hours (morning or afternoon)See more..
3.5Guelph Lake Conservation Area(128 reviews) - Enjoyed a nice paddle on a sunny day. Saturday: 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM Nature & Wildlife Areas
On the weekend the weather was abnormally warm and sunny so we were desperate to squeeze in one last paddle in our canoe before the winter weather started. We decided to try this conservation area as it had a fair-sized lake. Although the water level was very low we were able to enjoy a two-hour leisurely paddle. We saw large fish leaping in the air and several fishers trying to catch them. We also heard and saw a lot of Canada Geese: the water looked rather murky, and we thought it was probably loaded with geese droppings. It made us wonder what it would be like in the summer; I would certainly be hesitant to swim in it!See more..
Decent sized sites with decent privacy, though some are better than others. We had a non electrical camp site in the colborne site. Gets a little busy with younger folks on the weekend but nothing outlandish, Don’t forget a ground tarp, as the sites can be gravelly. The beach is lovely. Walk past the parking lot for a bit more room as the beach area closer to the parking lot has eroded. Sunsets are amazing. Hiking trails are not listed in km, but rather minutes. Keep in mind those are to be doubled if walking with kids. Parts of the hiking trail are Quite sunny. Washrooms are decently cleaned for a campground. However, expect a wait in the mornings because there is a limit on the amount of people allowed in. (Covid) And some people were doing hair and makeup inside the washroom ♀️Bring a mask to wear inside the washrooms per request. All in all we had a lovely time.See more..
I frequent the conservatory on a fairly regular basis and I leave happy, peaceful and relaxed every time. I love going during the different seasons especially winter as Thunder Bay is well known for them (burrrr!). I go with friends or by myself, I've had picnics there and have made some wonderful memories. I'm always excited to go back!See more..
4.5Mount Nemo Conservation Area(121 reviews) - Beautiful view from Escarpment Country! Saturday: 8:30 AM - 9:00 PM Nature & Wildlife Areas • Hiking Trails
Worth passing by the Conservation Area for the drive alone! Being on top of Mount Nemo as a fellow Ontarian adds a smidge of perspective to the busy life close to the lake. You can imagine how beautiful it can be in August as the trees assist with cooling down the hot temperatures that can feel suffocating. A clear sight is enough to allow us to withdraw from the hustle and bustle of daily living. Mount Nemo does that. See more..
4.0Belfountain Conservation Area(117 reviews) - Lovely Scenic Drive! Saturday: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM Nature & Wildlife Areas
Drove to Belfountain from Toronto. It was a Saturday, and since both my friend and I are new drivers, we avoided highways and got there via Mississauga rd in just 45 minutes. We loved it. Road there is peaceful, almost empty, and after passing Brampton, you'll see tons of beautiful farms and tall trees. The conservation area itself has some great hiking paths to explore and lovely picnic spots by the River, which is well worth the 5$/head entrance fee. We also accidentally discovered a great scenic path to drive, just beyond the conservation park (continuing on Forks of the Credit Rd) which is a must-do. Great spot for a quick 1 day roadtrip, picnic and hiking!See more..
Our family visited Christmas Town. Wonderful! From our horse drawn wagon ride, our guide, the displays, hot chocolate and cookies, and of course our visit with Santa. The entire experience was great!! But, book early. It sold out in 2 days.See more..
I’m from the area and been camping for 45 years and only found this hidden gem this year. This a nice quiet full hook up campground with large spacious sites. It is clean and big rig friendly. There aren’t many amenities except a community fire pit, the beach, and a fishing pond, but there are great areas for walking/hiking including the marina. The beach is crazy busy as there is also a public day use of the beach for a fee so arrive early and find a spot. Overall this is a great spot for a weekend getaway. See more..
4.5Chutes Provincial Park(106 reviews) - Great Fall camping State Parks • Nature & Wildlife Areas
Stayed here for 3 nights during the last wknd of the season for 2022, weather was beautiful ( though chilly at night ) and the foliage was spectacular along the river which made for a beautiful hike. Our site was a decent size and clean when we arrived, and the place was nice and quiet as well for the entire weekend, nice thing about the Chutes is it does not get ridiculously packed out like the parks a little more southeast do and I doubt most of the people who travel the hwy 17 corridor even know its there. Definitely worth a visit.See more..
My hubby and I spent half a day hiking a few of the trails offered in the park, including the purple and yellow (moderately easy) and the longer, more rugged and difficult blue trail which is just over half a kilometer long with lots of steep but do-able hills and valleys. Not suitable for someone who does not ambulate well. The lookout where the purple and yellow trails converge overlooks a vista of the city below and at this time of year was beautiful with the changing fall colours. The informative posts located throughout the park and along the trails were interesting with facts about the history of the area, the native influence, the lumber industry, its native birds, etc. There are outdoor toilets on site and free parking. A lovely, wofthwhile way to spend some time with nature while in the area.See more..
4.5The Riverwood Conservancy(98 reviews) - Visit the Mac Ewan Terrace and Chapelle House at the Conservancy Saturday: 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM Nature & Wildlife Areas
Visit this Park in June if you want to see beautiful flowers such as peonies and azaleas in bloom.The Mac Ewan Terrace Gardens at Riverwood Park in Mississauga is one place we discovered that is a hidden gem near our city. The nearby Chapelle house and its gardens located inside the Conservancy is also a must visit .See more..
4.5Huron Natural Area(95 reviews) - Nice Place for a Hike in Kitchener Spent 2-3 hours Nature & Wildlife Areas
This place has become my daily Trek for Jogging and cycling. It's located in Huron Kitchener. There are total of 6 different trek routes covering total of around 7 Km. There is small Lake or water body as well. I personally like GREEN and RED Trek. It has multiple Entrances but two of it's are major, One is the main entrance and second is from the Parkvale Drive near Huron Road. Must visit place in Kitchener.See more..
A bit of a walk, but worth the view. Part way down the path, it splits into 2 paths. The path to the right with the orangish-red flags is the easiest of the 2 paths. The path to the left is overgrown with weeds and bushes. The path to the right takes you out to the beach. Walk along the beach for 10-15 minutes and you will reach the end point of Pelee Island. A beautiful view.See more..
4.0Komoka Provincial Park(90 reviews) - Great provincial park! Nature & Wildlife Areas • Hiking Trails
Best park in London! With the Ontario Parks annual pass in hand (or hanging on the rearview mirror :) we visit this park probably once a month. It has a few easy trails, runs along the river and features a few really nice spots to go down to the river bank. The park is enjoyable in every season, but be aware of the trails getting quite muddy and slippery in the spring months. Excellent spot to watch birds and, if you are lucky, spot a deer or two. On occasion, people on bikes use the trail so make sure to share it respectfully.See more..
4.0Laurel Creek Conservation Area(88 reviews) - Excellent Park in Waterloo Saturday: 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM Bodies of Water • Nature & Wildlife Areas • Hiking Trails
I visited Laurel Creek Conservation area on June 13, 2021 for a family picnic. We had BBQ and we had lots of fun. It is a family oriented park, the facilities are clean, the staff are very friendly, the beach is clean, and we had no complain. There are many areas suitable for day use and for family picnics. I highly recommend this park.See more..
4.0Valens Conservation Area(85 reviews) - Great day at the beach Bodies of Water • Nature & Wildlife Areas
We visited Valens beach and had a great day. The sand was very well-groomed and soft. The water was clear but too cold to go in very far. We were lucky to watch a "free airshow" while we ate our picnic lunch... There was a pilot doing aerial acrobatics high above and it was a lot of fun to watch. We'll return to Valens regularly, it was a great experience and included with our Conservation Pass.See more..
What a find! After hiking the insanely busy Cup and Saucer Trail. This park was all that you could wish for a short trail. We took the circular yellow trail, approx 7 KMS in total. The interior walk was beautiful woodland, moss and soft ground criss crossing alvar rock formations which ended on a wild windswept shoreline with a gazebo. The return hike took in shoreline and was more travelled, with evidence of its ice age rock formations. Note, only bathrooms on that trail (at least) are at Visitor Centre.See more..
