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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Circling the lake is a well maintained 6.7 kilometre (3.8 mi.) trail used by hikers and mountain bikers. The route follows, a mainly, hard packed earthy trail crossing over many bridges and boardwalk which protect the most ecological sensitive areas in the region.
Dungeon Provincial Park is a large sinkhole with two sea caves, "holes in the wall", carved out by the waves and winds of time. Dungeon Provincial Park in Newfoundland Canada is a top thing to do while exploring near Bonavista, Newfoundland, Canada.
There are picnic tables, fire pits and large areas of green grass located in Chamber Park. The park is ideal for travelers wishing to take a picnic break or enjoy some views of marine activity on the Hay River like birdwatching, fishing, canoeing and kayaking.
Ocean View Walking Trail is a 5 kilometre dirt and boardwalk trail provides some stunning coastline views leading to 3 lookouts overlooking Green Bay. Ocean View Walking Trail in Newfoundland Canada is a top thing to do while exploring near Jackson's Cove, Newfoundland, Canada.
Fountain Lake (Kwotlenemo Lake) near lillooet is popular for fishing, mountain biking, kayaking, canoeing, horseback riding, boating, swimming, picnicking, hiking and camping.
The park is one of the better forested parks in the region. It includes two lakes, many amenities and a well maintained network of recreation trails. Some of the activities enjoyed in the park include hiking, jogging, birdwatching, dog walking and biking.
Quarry Lake is located a short distance south of the community of Canmore, Alberta, Canada. It is a local recreation park with a short trail popular for school groups, children's clubs, dog owners, hikers and for people who wish to relax by the side of a lake.
