Canada Parks include national, provincial, territorial, regional, municipal, community, recreation and wilderness parks. Every province and territory in Canada maintains a good selection of parks.
Most of the Canada parks operate seasonally with the peak months of operation occurring during the months of May to late September. Many of the larger Canada parks are created to protect the environment and wildlife in the region while promoting recreational activities.
The most popular park activities enjoyed in a Canada Park include hiking, camping, swimming, backpacking, canoeing, kayaking, mountain biking, fishing, picnicking, birdwatching, wind surfing, photography and much more.
Some of the more common amenities located in the larger developed parks include a campground, sandy beach, showers, washrooms, sani station, park office, picnic area, playground, marina, boat launch and more.
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Juniper Trail is a short trail exploring canyon walls and forest groves high above Sinclair Creek in the Kootenay National Park of British Columbia, Canada near the town of Radium Hot Springs, BC.
The Rotary Beach Seawalk is a 6 kilometre (3.4 mile) paved walkway that follows the shoreline of the Discovery Passage. There are picnic tables, viewing benches, grass lawns and sandy beaches located along the walkway making viewing comfortable.
The St. Mary Spring Trail near Skidegate BC is a short single track climb up the side of a hill to some views of Hecate Strait.The significance of the trail is the drinking fountain, the Madonna wooden carving and the legendary words.
Lake Diefenbaker is one of the most popular fresh water lakes in the province of Saskatchewan, Canada for activity, leisure and adventure. To some in the province the lake is referred to as, "Saskatchewan's Great Lake."
The Gravels walking trail near Port au Port Newfoundland Canada takes hikers through a boreal forest and along a limestone coastal path. Fossils of ancient sea life and plants can be seen in the unique rock formations near the North Atlantic ocean.
Mission Creek Regional Park is a recreation destination park and event grounds located in the community of Kelowna, BC in the Okanagan Valley. The is a popular destination for hiking, picnicking, biking and birdwatching.
Bridal Veil Falls is one of the most popular natural sightseeing attractions located on Manitoulin Island, Ontario, Canada. The waterfall park is described as a hiking, picnicking and swimming destination in the community of Kagawong.
Carburn Park is a large natural area park nestled along the Bow River featuring three man-made ponds, a regional pathway, and numerous wildlife, waterfowl and wildflowers to experience. The park reflects the preservation of wildlife habitat and ecosystem for everyone to enjoy.
The walkway follows a boardwalk path providing great views of the river, as well as, connects to some historic sites and lookout points. It is referred by some as the Carmacks Historical Buildings Walking Tour.
