Did this trail three times, once clockwise about quarter way, once counter clockwise about quarter…read moreway and just recently the complete 8km trail. The complete 8 km walking trail was boring for me as much of it is not covered be trees and it was a hot day. The part that is covered is good. But the only issue is it relatively flat and this does not add any challenges. There is paid parking and many people also park near Home Hardware and a grocery store.

We have booked Island Lake Conservation Area for our wedding ceremony later this year and we…read morecouldn't be more excited about this as our venue. Our contact, Meghan, has been super awesome about handling all of our random questions leading up to the ceremony and has been super accommodating. The park itself is really lovely, right on the lake. They also have an amphitheatre over the water at the beach area which is available to book for functions (this is where we are going to get married). We really wanted to find a place in nature without having to drive too far from the city - this was the perfect spot for us!

Parking: the spaces are limited, reservations available online, the process was easy. It was about…read more$5.65. There is also street parking available by the old main road but will involve walking into the park.. Amenities: The cost per person is 7.00/adult. There are clean bathroom right at the entrance, the staff maintains the park very well even provide dog bags. There are easy to ready maps everywhere. Terrain: there are different trails that range in various levels of difficulty. The front entrance map provides a details overview of the trail. Some routes are accessible, since do have narrow paths and are more challenging. The park it self features trails, fountains, bridges overlooking falls, multiple look out points, streams & plenty of shade. It's beautiful in the spring, summer & fall. Highly recommend coming by early and enjoying a calming stroll.

It's a nice area but have to pay and you are limited on how long you can stay sounds like nature is…read moretoo good to be free

Amazing place. Brings peace to the soul. Trails are…read moreamazing, just simply another world. Can't wait to be back next summer.

Wanted to visit Mono Cliff but it was packed so we detoured to this provincial park. The parking…read morewas quite full there is a main parking and additional parking. There is a place to pay for your admission. I was visiting with an annual pass courtesy of the local library. The trails have marking, it can be muddy on wet days. It's not kid friendly the terrain cannot handle strollers and may be difficult for individuals with physical limitations. So please plan accordingly.

We were super excited for this place. At the parking lot we were informed to purchase a $16 ticket…read more We went to the trail to understand that the trail was closed. The view was just from the point of entry. We went around 5.00 there and i wish they had informed that the park was closed. Because when the person at the counter issued the ticket the only information given was that this ticket is valid for 2 other trails until 7.30 for the same day. We wasted $32 CAD (since two cars went together) Just to see a view at the entrance. It felt like a rip off.

Small area accessed by a short, relatively easy trail…read more Interesting landscape but a bit pricey for what you get, which is probably why you also get free entry to Island Lake and Terra Cotta Conservation Areas too.

I visited this park for the Polar Rush obstacle race back in February. I recommend proper snow…read moreboots or hiking boots for those coming during the snowy season. Otherwise, you'll lose traction down the paved path. I forgot my hiking boots at my parents and only had my Vessi's... It was fun either way. I sat on my snow pants and slid down the steeper paths. During the winter, it's also popular for cross-country skiing and in the warmer months for mountain biking. I recommend checking out Polar Rush next season for snow obstacle racing. We slid down a tube, crawled over a plank and tangled strings, climbed over obstacles etc. Sometimes they offer discount tickets too!

Entrance is off Hwy 50, other smaller entrance was closed during my visit…read more I got free passes, so I decided to use them sooner rather than later/never. It's about an hour's drive outside of S Mississauga. Site itself is MASSIVE and there's even camping, that's how big it is! Prior to my visit, I did take a look at what kinds of things can be done here in the Summer. There's also an outdoor pool with a splash pad, I believe that entry was under $5pp. There are tons of picnic areas, but the amenities weren't great aside from picnic tables and metal barrels to put your bbq ashes. Not all picnic areas had a lot attached to it. I went with the intention of hiking, but to be honest, be prepared to get lost! Maps provided/posted were quite poor. There would be a bunch of symbols, but no reference as to what they were. I just ended up using Google maps to make my way back to the car. As far as the hiking goes, it's not really meant for beginners - where the Red trail is concerned. There's narrow parts to the trail and lots ups/downs. To top that all off, the Park is very popular for Mountain Bikers, so you always hafta keep alert as to when they're coming. I'd say that it's better for MTBers, again this is only for the Red trail - the other ones may be better. So not super relaxing if you just want a leisurely hike!

Earl Rowe Provincial Park is another Provincial Park in the area that I love to spend a nice Fall…read moreDay at. Why?? Because this park is just deserted! Hardly anyone there. The hiking trails are not as well marked as Bronte Creek, however it is not as big and so even if you do get lost, you always can find your way back! A lot of the dog owners in the area brings their dogs here to swim in the lake. The beach is off bound to dogs during the busy summer months. Though early spring time and fall, they are welcome to take a dip in it! Day Use charges does applies!

My go to, a must, every year, starting around may-early sept my family and i hit earl rowe since…read moreits the most quieter, cleanest , barely no animals just raccoons time to time, and spacious campsite. Around $46 a night, i believe wood is around $8-$11 per large bag so you need 2-3 bags a night if preffered

Paid Cold Creek CA a visit yesterday while attending Feast of Fields and was really impressed with…read morehow beautiful the area is. Located just north of King Rd on 11th Concession, we had a little trouble locating the place using GPS (which auto corrected us to an address in the 15000 block) but after a few U turns we found the gates. To quote their website: "Cold Creek Conservation Area is an ecologically diverse and sustainable natural area. It is a model of sustainability that can be achieved by protecting and enhancing the area's natural environment while providing outdoor education, cultural and heritage experiences and recreation. The Cold Creek Conservation Area consists of 190 hectares within the Humber River watershed (a designated Canadian Heritage River). A portion of the property lies within the "Natural Linkage" policy area of the Oak Ridges Moraine. The Conservation Area is significant due to its unique natural features. Existing mixed conifer swamp forest contains black spruce which is rare in Southern Ontario and is home to a wide array of plant and animal species." The landscape is gorgeous the atmosphere serene and the drive beautiful. Definitely a little slice of untouched rural GTA heaven nestled between farmers fields. There is more than enough parking and from what I could see based on my limited experience at Feast of Fields, and the grounds sprawled out for what seemed like forever. So glad to discover this place - highly recommend you pay it a visit

another recommendation for a park that didn't do much to help out with my fall photos, the hike…read morewasn't very good either. this park is connected to the McMichael Canadian Art Collection gallery, which you will see multiple signs for this gallery when you walk through the park. the trail is really well done, but unfortunately due to construction ends at Major Mackenzie with no signage to give you a heads up. the trail is not very even as its just crushed stone, coming here the day after it rained did no favors, as i had to jump around puddles, as some portions of the path closest to major Mackenzie was flooded out. walking this path as well, there is no option or leeway to be able to venture off the path to get closer to the forest sections, as the tall weeds makes this impossible. the site by the parking lot has lots of sporting facilities. a baseball diamond, tennis courts, soccer fields, and a playground for kids. parking is free and the only lot is to the north off Islington. this park and hike was decent, but I will not be going out of my way to come back.

Bindertwine Park is a hidden gem in Kleinberg. It is located just steps from the main street…read more(Islington) and is well worth the visit. Although the park is a typical park - green grass, baseball diamond, soccer field, it is the trail that leads off the parking lot that scores this park so high in the ranking. The trail follows a stream for a couple of kilometers. Along the way, there are several places to stop and look at nature, or take additional trails heading into the woods. The trails link up with the McMichael Art Gallery grounds, which can then lead you to the Kortright Centre. A few times during the year I'll drive the 10 minutes or so (from home) to walk my dogs along the trail system. Along the way you'll pass other walkers with pets, or people just out exercising along the trails. Great way to feel miles from no where.......