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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The Elora Gorge Conservation Area in Ontario, Canada, is a spectacular destination within the Grand River Conservation network, known for its towering 22-metre limestone cliffs, rushing river rapids, and exciting outdoor activities.
In total, there are 516 hectares of dry marsh area and 209 hectares of flooded wetland in the Hilliardton Marsh Provincial Wildlife Area. It is a combination of environments creating open water and marsh-like eco systems attracting many birds to the region.
The park is best known for the many chainsaw wood carvings on display in the park. Every year the community holds a chainsaw carving competition. Many of the finished pieces are left on display in the park for viewing. The park is also central to the very popular Seawalk Pathway.
The Dryden Signature Trail follows the banks of the Wabigoon River and is an ideal pathway when exploring and sightseeing in the community. Most of the trail follows a gravel pathway with some small sections of the paved pathway. The trail route also includes a suspension bridge...
Nairn Falls Provincial Park near Pemberton, British Columbia, Canada is a great destination to enjoy some time out in nature. The 1.5 kilometre easy-grade, pine needle cushioned trail follows cliff banks of the Green River to the waterfall.
Spanish Bank is considered one of the preferred sandy beach destinations in the city to escape the large crowds and the many sounds of the city. Some say Spanish Bank provides some of the best skyline views of the city.
The boardwalk lookout provides a 180 degree view of Thunder Bay including views of Lake Superior, The Sleeping Giant, Kaministiquia River, Fort william First Nation and the Thunder Bay International Airport.
Sackville Waterfowl Park in Sackville, NB on Canada's Adventure Travel Guide. A top website for planning things to do in New Brunswick parks, trails, and more.
