Public space includes a very nice playground, ball diamonds, splash pad, skate rink (in summer) and…read moreice rink (in winter). I'm here with my Grandsons and Daughter to enjoy the time outdoors today. It's a wide open area so dress appropriately as there is little shelter from the winds.

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The park is great for a walk, run, skating, biking or a picnic. They have great stuff to offer…read moreevery season: festivals during the summer and light festivals during the winter time. The park is well-maintained and you can easily follow physical distancing protocols. The playground and splash pad are conveniently located side by side and would be great for kids to spend time there and enjoy summer. There are many restaurants and cafes in the area; especially the waterfront restaurants are a great place to enjoy both your meal and Skyway Bridge and Lake Ontario view.

Confederation Park has been a part of my life pretty much forever. I've been coming here since I…read morewas a kid, and it's still one of my favourite spots in Hamilton to just get outside and enjoy the waterfront. It's a great place for walking, biking, rollerblading, or just relaxing by the water. On a really clear day, you can even see CN Tower and the Toronto skyline across the lake, which is always cool to spot. Adventure Village is a cute little mini park area nearby that kids will especially love, and while Wild Water Works is just okay in my opinion, it's still a fun option on a hot summer day. One of the true classics here is Hutch's on the Beach. We've been going there for years for fries, fish & chips, and ice cream...though it can get SUPER packed during peak times. There are also some other nice-looking spots like Barangas on the Beach that add to the area's appeal. Unfortunately, over the last few years the park has definitely become more crowded and more litter-filled, which is disappointing. But despite that, I've still always enjoyed my time here and have a lot of nostalgia attached to this place.

We were here for a small running event on the long weekend. My husband did an 8K run. It was around…read morethe beach. The weather was a bit chilly, it told him about 28 mins to finish and age group 2nd place award. There was fruit for him afterward. The beach was beautiful, people around were so nice that helped us to take some pictures. The beach line was long, I felt I had burnt lots of calories. Residents around could run, bike, or swim there. This is a great place to relax in summer.

Spent a hour strolling through this park yesterday and enjoyed some beautiful scenic spots of…read moreWebster's Falls. We were here around 9:30am which was pretty quiet. There was a short trail for hiking but I wouldn't recommend coming here for hiking. We still managed to get some fall colours in our photos which was nice. Remember to book your reservations online. We paid $35 which was a bit pricey but the fees cover admission to Christie Lake as well which would costs $25 for the 3 of us. We just went to Christie Lake a few weeks ago and didn't know about this deal. It's only about 7 mins drive to Christie Lake so we decided to go there for our picnic lunch after our walk at Spencer Gorge.

Spencer Gorge Conservation Area is one of the most memorable spot we visited during A Day in…read moreHamilton. Highly recommend to visit all seasons but the most interesting though would have been during the Fall when the leaves changing colour. And when it is cooler, it is more relaxing to do the hike then in extreme summer heat. You have the option visit the 2 falls: Webster's Falls and Tews Falls by hiking through the trail or if you pressed for time or with limit mobility, you can just drive to both by car. If you do want to visit Dundas Peak then the only option is to park your car at Tews Falls and just walk there. I just love to listen to the sound of water and the view is enjoyable. A great mini hike next time if you are in the area!

It's a family day at this beautifully maintained Hamilton park…read more Lots of nice trees and free access to parking and a tropical greenhouse. Even though the outside temperature is only 9 degrees, we are all having a great time. That's because the grandkids get to run around...and expend their abundant energy. Yes, Grandpa has a secondary master plan!

***Review is more for the Tropical Greenhouse which is FREE.***…read more No complaints about this large city park as it's arguably nicer than the one in my City. The Tropical Greenhouse just opened and there's even a (premature) rose garden. Greenhouse is a bit on the small side and it was very humid inside. There were set trails to walk on, most of which were shaded. Other than a French Festival that was going on at the time, this park was pretty dead. If this place was downtown Toronto, it would be jammed packed!

What a nice place to go for a walk. Love the view of the water and the many trees around. Lots of…read moregeese to see and the paved walkway is convenient. There are benches to sit on near the water too. We walked in the fall with all the colorful leaves and it was quite the sight to see.

Was brought here for a long walk by a local. Lots to admire…read more I think it straddles the whole bay that connects Hamilton to Burlington and its Royal Botanical Gardens. You see the Birlington Skyway Bridge in the distance. The park tucks under the York Street Bridge. There are historical info plaques along the path. Several benches. The rail yard hugs the same path on the opposite side so great up close and personal for train fans. Weird little Isla do man-made to help bring back a healthy fish habitat...that's where all the birds hang out. Active factory keeps belching out vapour plumes and some smoke plumes in the distance. Although the other reviews state it, no goose poop around in winter and our host says it's her favourite rollerskating run.

Spot is easy to get to, not a long walk and perfect to relax at!!! Would recommend to just stop and…read moresee, or spend a few hours at just enjoying it.

We visited the Great Falls during a waterfalls trip in the Hamilton area in fall 2013. The Great…read moreFalls is also known as the Grindstone Falls or the Waterdown Falls. It is located in the old Waterdown, Ontario that is now merged into City of Hamilton. It is a curtain fall that is 10m high and 5m wide. It is beautiful, powerful and breathtaking. To get to the Great Falls, go south on Mills Street North, go under a railway bridge, park at the Smokey Hollow Park on the right. You have arrived at the entrance of a hiking trail that leads to the Great Falls.

We stopped by for a walk and to check out the harbour front. There's a playground and splash pad…read morefor children to play in. The hours of operation of the splash pad indicated 9 am to 9 pm. There was a boat along with a jungle gym on either side to explore and play on.

Took time to get some exercise taking a walk in the park. Lots of pathways to follow but watch…read moreyour step lest you step on geese droppings. There is a tug boat play area for kids! Turn them loose to tire them out. A marina lines the park with lots of boat slips. The Leander Boat Club calls this park home. There is free parking and plenty of places to sit down and rest.

After visiting a few conservation areas, this is by far my favourite so far. The admission fee is…read more$15 for car and driver + $5 for each passenger. If you are looking for a place to have a family outdoor gathering with plenty of space for the kids to play, this is the place. The best part is the view of the lake is spectacular. It was so quaint and peaceful! We strolled along the lake and then just relaxed in the Marina picnic area for lunch. Considering it was a Thanksgiving long weekend, this place was relatively quiet. It's definitely a hidden gem.

My friend told me about this park and I planned a day out with my family. We packed our own food as…read morewe didn't see any BBQ pits, but you can make bbq there if you'd like with your own equipment. It's an enormous park which has plenty of trails, picnic benches, and activities to do such as a small beach, kayaking or swimming in the lake, or playing sports or games with friends and family in the parks. There is even a horse trail! Pet friendly and even when the park is full, it does not feel congested. Parking is $15 for vehicle and driver plus $5 per passenger. I found this to be a bit expensive.

Was it worth the drive to Burlington? I guess. The RBG was alright but you have to go during the…read moreright time. We went when the cherry blossoms were beginning to bloom but it was a tad bit early for the other floral arrangements to bloom in their outdoor gardens so it still felt winter-like. We started at one location early in the morning with the Arboretum. That's where you pay $25 to drive your vehicle in. Parking is ample early in the morning but when we left an hour or two later, there was a conga line of vehicles waiting to get in. So, yes you have to be there at least at around 8 AM if you don't want to wait in line or find parking. Parking is free at the main RBG region with their inside greenhouse region plus their outside garden. What I didn't like was that you had to drive out afterwards to go to the Rock Garden where you had to show your tickets again for entrance. Parking was still free though. So, overall, a lot of driving from one location to another (at least three) and a lot of walking. If you want to bring slow-walking seniors, good luck. It's beautiful scenery but a lot of walking involved.

The great pumpkin trail was an amazing little adventure. They did it up so beautifully. I am so…read moreglad I got to experience and plan on making this a yearly tradition.