The Inglis Falls is about 200km from Toronto, almost a 2 hour drive. The nearest small town is Owen…read moreSound. The falls has a parking fee of 10$. There is no park meter, instead a park ranger (college kid) was collecting the fees. We found out that if there is day light savings and if you come after 7pm, you can park for free. The water fall is a quick walk down from the parking on a short board walk. You don't have to put too much effort to see the falls, not a hike at all. If you want you could go on the 2.9km loop around the dam structure. The falls view was great and the woods, the trees were awesome to look at. If you are not hiking, the maximum time you would spend here is less than 1hr. Combine your trip with the other falls nearby, Eugenia Falls, Indian Falls and you can also catch some good restaurants in Owen Sound.

made a detour to come and see the falls. an hour detour…read more.. worth it, absolutely worth it, although I would call it short and sweet. when I came here, I was in a bit of a time crunch, kinda got lost, and running out of daylight is a bad combination. however, the area is absolutely beautiful as I visited the park during the fall months and was taken away by all of the colors of the forestry, and the volume of water at the falls. parking is free and a lot of it, and there is no bus that comes here, or makes a visit. I will be back, because I want to take a day and explore some of the trails that are available to explore, not entirely sure if you can walk down to the bottom of the falls, but some people were climbing over the walls to actually rock climb down...not interested personally. can't wait...

Great park that includes a beach on Lake Huron. It has everything... a playground for the kiddies,…read moreshaded seating areas, great landscaping and a Fantastic sandy beach. There is access to the pier, washrooms and the main street is very close so food is not far away. I honestly wish I lived closer so I could visit everyday.

McLennan Park is the site of the old landfill in Kitchener (hence the nickname of "Mount Trashmore"…read moreby the locals) and occupies 39 hectares in the Laurentian Hills neighbourhood. There's truly something for everyone, including a dog park and a skate park, playground, and a relatively new BMX bike park. There is also a washroom building here as well as parking on-site. There are pedestrian trails for those who like to take a nice walk. Beach volleyball and basketball courts are also available for booking. In the winter, people of all ages love to toboggan down the hill. For those looking for fun in the great outdoors, look no further than McLennan Park!

We went camping at Bruce Peninsula Park in September, the week after Labour Day. The crowds were…read morenot horrible but I would expect the park to busier during summer months. The topography of Bruce is absolutely incredible, with its large cliffs and turquoise blue water. We did numerous hikes, all of which were well maintained. Will definitely be back!

This one is a hard one. If you rate it on beauty it's a definite five star. But the crowds, you…read moreall. It's terrible. And I was there in June before the real crowd begins. They just ruin it. It also depends on what you think a national park should be. As far as my opinion, it should be viewing beautiful sights and seeing animals. Serenity. This is not that. At all. If you think a national park should be a splash down water park, you're gonna love it. But you've got people walking the trails yelling at each other. You have people playing music loudly on the trails, as if they need their own personal theme song guiding them on their way. I even saw a Québécois stranger holding a dog in one hand, little child in another, walking in sandals at the Grotto on slick rock formations, jumping from one to the next. It was a disaster waiting to happen. It truly was an unpleasant experience. Look, the park tries to manage it. You have to reserve spots at both the Grotto and Halfway Log Dump. You have to pay a substantial fee to reserve as well. There are checkpoints going in like you're at Panmunjom on the Korean border. But it doesn't matter. There are still too many people. I think it is just too close to Toronto. My recommendation to anyone wanting a more peaceful national park experience would be to go to northern Ontario and visit Pukaskwa. Or even Lake Superior Provincial Park. They are both what I would want out of a park. I hate saying this, but I'd avoid the peninsula altogether.

This park is peaceful and beautiful! Lots of greenery, benches to relax on and paths to take…read more There is also a labyrinth to walk with a colorful assortment of flowers and plants. There is access to Penetangore River, and when we walked down to it we saw lots of wildlife and birds. And, one of the nicest porta pottys I've ever used is in the parking lot. Definitely worth a stop if you're in the area.

Nothing really compares to the uniqueness of a national park... not like I've been to many, but I…read morehad an excellent time here. We went in the summer and it was a 2.5 - 3 hrs drive but it took us much longer since we took the motorcycle and had to take breaks. The trails were fun and they let us experience them for free since we didn't hog up a parking spot! We met a family going there to do some camping and were surprised to see a few people we knew from Toronto there to do some photography work. The beach there is really nice, the water was very clear but looked freezing since it was early summer when we went there. There's no soft sands, the beach bed is scattered with rocks but it makes the hike a little more difficult (just for fun) - but there are easier trails too. This is an excellent place to take your wife/girlfriend to impress her or show your kids the wildnerness. My boyfriend has suggested this place to his guy friends several times already. Great place to experience nature first-hand and not have to go too far from the city. Also, it's not crowded like Wasaga Beach and much more natural.

Spectacular views. The park is well maintained and it looks like a lot of work went into it…read morerecently. The trails are well maintained and easy to navigate. Most of the trails are suitable for the less-fit among us or children, however things get a little hairy on the coast line. We were able to navigate our dog through it fine, but even had to pick him up to lift him off/onto some big rocks near the grotto. The camping situation is decent. We stayed in the Tamarak section and there was a lot of privacy between the sites. Be forewarned though, there are vault toilets. There is running water for a sink by the toilets and the watering spickets. There are no showers! Sites come with a fire pit, an over-the-fire grill, and two picnic tables. Another word of caution: you have to get a pass from the park office in order to park and go to the grotto. We camped, so we were able to hike to the grotto (also it was the quiet season still) however it is my understanding that they often turn people away once parking is full (and it sounds like that happens frequently on the weekends). So try to be flexible about your schedule and plan out other things to do/see in the area during your stay on the peninsula.

Just 1 hour from downtown Toronto, and in the heart of Guelph, I found this nice Park to stop in on…read morethe way to Elora. We actually came back on the way back! The park is really nice and green. There's lots of do here, and great for picnics, kids etc. There's lots of grassy areas and picnic tables to set up your lunch, also you can find a spot right by the riverside. The park seems really dog friendly as well, and not sure if it was allowed, but saw lots of dogs run off the dock and jump into the water. For kids, there's also a carousel on the weekends and a small train that goes around a designated spot in the park. Parking is free. There's also the really nice Floral Clock (no flowers on it this time) and Gardens, which could be really nice for photos. It was so relaxing here and lots of explore and lots going on!

Great spot for families with young kids. Lots of picnic areas, two playgrounds, and rides too: a…read morecarousel and a train ride. You can purchase a seasons pass (only sold during weekdays) that costs only $17 for one adult and one child, or buy individual ride tickets which cost $2.55 at the concession stand. Concession stand also sells Chapmans ice cream, soft serve ice cream, snow cones, slushies, hot dogs etc. Bathrooms in the same area as concession stand. There's a nice view of the river and some paths for walking. Will definitely return!

It's a nice park in downtown Kitchener offering lots of options to enjoy. It has a playground,…read moresplash pad, basketball courts and picnic areas. It is a family-friendly park and you can enjoy walking, running, biking or roller skating in the park while your children are busy playing in the playground. There is plenty of shade to move the picnic tables and enjoy a nice meal.

The first time I passed by Victoria Park was by accident. I drove along and noticed this beautiful…read morepark. It was in the wintertime. I vowed to come back when the weather was warmer. Well, with the recent heatwave that happened, I was in the neighbourhood, saw a parking lot, and decided to stop by. It was 36°C outside. With the humidity, it was much hotter. I am crazy, but I am glad that I stopped by. I walked around the park. It's picturesque and I can understand why folks choose to get wedding photos taken here. There are plenty of benches around. The bike and walking paths are generous. There are a ton of bridges over the water. Lots of folks were out and about. I also got to say hi to a dog and his owner. For kids, there's a splash area. There were plenty of cheerful kids cooling off and having a good time. I liked the canoe that was at the park. It was different, but a good fit. I spent nearly an hour there. I left fearing that I would be a water blob from the heat. I will try coming back here when it's not as humid. It's the perfect way to relax, take a stroll, and take photos of this beautiful park. (254)

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!