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    Gairloch Gardens

    4.4 (13 reviews)

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    Isuru V.

    Nice place I believe this would look amazing in summer time Free parking and not crowded at all Great for a relaxing walk

    Natalie M.

    In an effort to explore more parks near me I decided to check out Gairloch Gardens on the long weekend. The parking lot is pretty small and we were lucky to get a spot right on the end cars were coming in and out as people seem to have the same idea we did. When you enter the property you can see the lake in front of you. It's a beautiful view when you walk down the path you're surrounded by pink cherry blossom trees but once you hit the actual garden part it seemed that the flowers had not bloomed yet. I also did not notice any sort of signage regarding what kind of flowers would eventually be seen here. Well I appreciate that the property is referred to as gardens the actual garden part is very small there were many people around but they were keeping their distance taking photos of the ducks in the stream as well as taking photos of the lake. There is a very small path lining the lake in front of what is Oakville art gallery. As we looped around passing the art gallery we did see some private homes as I guess part of the property is private homes they were wonderful to look at we didn't spend much time at this park in general as we were looking for a place to walk the dog we didn't want to walk in circles so we just hopped in the car and headed home. I think this is a great place to potentially to host an event as there was a space for a tent and tables etc. I have also seen people take event photos here for weddings or prom but if you're looking for a place to be more exploratory I would choose a different parks in the area to do so.

    Nada S.

    Just stunning new and picturesque! The roses! The little ponds, the beautiful trees and the view of the city from a far. Overall gorgeous area.

    Stephanie S.

    Currently undergoing some revitalisation. Access to Lake ON was completely fenced off. Has potential to be picturesque, but definitely NOT during my visit. Rose garden was non-existent. If you're planning to take some Wedding Pics, have your photog scope it out before trekking out to the site with your wedding party in tow. You'll need a permit anyway.

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    An amazing park with lots of flowers and a pond. Views of Lake Ontario is stunning. Great place for some photography.

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    The best time warp experience in the GTA after Toronto Island. Enjoy the freedom from ambient noise.

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    There's a short trail alongside Lake Ontario to enjoy a walk and beautiful scenery.

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    Sixteen Mile Creek

    5.0(2 reviews)
    8.0 km

    Part of Sixteen Mile Creek runs through the Lions Valley Park which has a lot of hiking trails that…read moreare really popular for the autumn leaves. There is a dedicated parking lot at Skyvalley Crescent but it can get busy as it's one of the only ones. The issue with parking is that the neighboring suburbs do not allow for street parking, so it makes parking a little difficult. There are a lot of well maintained and wide trails that people were using for a stroll, bikes (we did see some aggressive bikers so listen for bells), and jogging. Dogs are allowed here as well, as long as they are leashed. There are "non-official" trails that can take you down to the creek - these ones are narrower and not of the brush has been cleared away. To get really close to the water you kind of have to walk through these. There is a payoff during late September and early October as you can see the salmon run! They are a little hard to spot but just wait by areas where there is some rocky elevation in the creek. Those are the choke points where they're normally charging up to make a leap!

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    Bronte Creek Provincial Park

    3.7(20 reviews)
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    Bronte Creek is one of the two provincial parks in the GTA. There is an entrance fee, so I would…read moresuggest getting the Ontario Parks pass from your local library to enter and to park for free. This is a nice park with lots of hiking trails and lush woods, offering plenty of shades on a sunny day. The only trail that allows you to go down to the creek is #6 Half Moon Valley Trail. I would also recommend #4 Lookout Ravine Trail which is almost completely covered by trees and would be beautiful in the fall. You shouldn't miss the famous White Oak Tree, likely germinated since 1685 and at least 300 years old, close to parking lot A. The Spruce Lane Farmhouse is another highlight near parking lot F, which is a Victorian-style house showing visitors what life was like back then. The antique furniture, well-decorated rooms, farm equipment, and friendly volunteers wearing Victorian costumes gave us an immersive experience at the farm. The only problem is that the amenities are a bit dated, especially with the signage. The park staffs should hand out free maps as you enter the park, and there should be more directions as to where you are. I often had to rely on Google to check location and the pre-downloaded map from their website. The swimming pool remains under renovation as of summer 2024, so the park is not yet at its full potential.

    My first time visiting this provincial park. I was very fortunate to receive a free annual pass…read moreaccess so did not forego the admission cost which is about $12 to $21 per day. The trails are clean, managed and you can see the arborist do a good job maintaining the overall trail. It's a really nice scenic escape from city life; I can see ski and bike trails. There is even a mini farm. There are some really nice vantage points where you can see the water and treeline, so it might be nice to return in the fall. Definitely returning here :)

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    Bronte Creek Provincial Park - This White Oak Tree is over 300 years old, likely germinated since 1685. Located near Parking Lot A.

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    Coronation Park

    4.7(6 reviews)
    6.9 km

    Tip: This park has a large parking lot with over 200 spots. It works well during off-peak hours…read more However, if there's a festival or event happening, this lot will likely be full. I stayed overnight in Oakville after a rather long travel day. I was exhausted, especially when my flight was delayed and everyone on it ended up sitting at the gate at Toronto Pearson for an extra thirty minutes. Anyway, I was fortunate to get a late checkout at the hotel. I grabbed a bite to each and drove over to Coronation Park. You can't miss it if you're driving on Lakeshore Road. It's a large, beautiful park. I was hungry (I slept in until 11 am, so this meal was breakfast). I didn't manage taking any photos of this park. I'll need to the next time I'm in the area. It has a parking lot. I'd guess that it has at least 200 parking spaces. I had no problem finding a spot at nearly 1 pm on a Tuesday. However, if there's a festival or some event happening at this park, I can see parking being a problem. It's a lovely park, whether you are walking through it to soak in the views and Lake Ontario, or you're bringing the kids and family for an outing. It has a waterfront path where you can walk, bike, run, or skate. I liked seeing a large gazebo. It had picnic benches under it where you can enjoy food and drinks with family and friends. For kids, there's a splash pad in the summertime. It also has playgrounds for kids to run around and play I saw volleyball courts. If you're into volleyball, this park is definitely for you. There are public washrooms. I did see a snack bar, but I couldn't tell if it was open for business when I was here. I was too focused eating! It was a pleasant surprise to find this park. I'd return again when I'm not hungry, to focus on its beauty more. (293)

    My dad actually grew up in Oakville, so it was rad to come to Coronation Park with him as he showed…read moreme his old stomping grounds. He was also my production assistant for this leg of Chicken Wars, as we did 3 tissi reviews in this park... that sentence would have been complete gibberish to me 3 months ago lol. As tradition holds with my reviews of parks, I'm gonna let off some steam. I'm tired. Ever since me reviewing rotisserie chickens in outdoor spaces went semi-viral, I've been giving this everything I got. My entire soul. I've sat at my corporate 9-5 job for years dreaming about something like this to happen, so when it finally did, I was ready. I pounced. I said to myself "yeah you're exhausted, but this is the time. It's quite literally now or never." I've given it everything, so at least at the end of the day I can look myself in the mirror and say I tried. I tried my best. Working a 9-5 job in tech sales while doing the writing, editing, eating, filming, traveling, etc. for this has taken every ounce of my being. It's starting to get to me. I don't mean to sound like I'm complaining at all, I'm actually extremely grateful, but I just want to stay raw and honest. The reality is there are highs and lows with everything, and I'm just trying to learn how to navigate them. Seeing that Sports Science guy end it all the other day made me so sad. Like damn that guy brought so much joy to my childhood. Even he was going through it!?!? He looked so happy all the time. I just think it's important to get this stuff out of my head and onto metaphorical paper. Maybe this one should have just stayed in my journal, but whatever. I think it will be cool to come back in 10 years and read this and either laugh at myself for being a dork, or be like "damn I was spitting." That's why I love writing so much. IG @jnov_ Tiktok @jnov__

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