Canada's first and only elevated park and of course it's in Saint Thomas which is known as the…read moreRailway City. Similar to New York's High Line, the park is a flat and level 5.3 mile out-and-back trail that takes over the former railway and includes crossing the Michigan Central Railroad Kettle Creek Bridge that is 95 feet above the road and was built in 1929. The Elevated Park is completely free and is open seven days a week, from 5 am to 11 pm. I found parking nearby on Centre Street. It was a really nice walk (I didn't do the whole thing) and of course be aware of wildlife, both four- and two-legged. [Review 1440 of 2024 - 118 in Ontario - 22463 overall]

The views are spectacular The native species of plants they've planted are exceptionally beautiful…read moreif you know when to goBring an interesting lock with your names & dates & put it on the lock sculptureGREAT JOB ST. T

The recently added a cement path and a children's playground to the park. Not too big but a nice…read moreplace to relax.

Komoka Provincial Park is an excellent place to spend a day taking a hike!…read more There's a few things worth noting if you're going to head here for the first time: - It's not very accessible via city bus, so it is best to carpool - Don't rely on your smartphone to give you accurate directions to the entrance. My group had a few people end up near Sifton Bog rather than Komoka thanks to plugging the park's address into their maps app. Instead, just find the park on GoogleMaps and drop a pin, or just look for the sign off Oxford St. or Gideon Dr. - The older map of the park trails you'll find online on the Middlesex County website and that is sometimes distributed around town (the map without any satellite image shown under the trail lines) is outdated from what I could tell. It states that dogs are only allowed on certain trails, but this rule isn't listed elsewhere and when we arrived at the White trailhead (where the old map said "walking only", so we assumed dogs were not allowed. It says 'leashed pets' for the other 3 trails), there were no posted restrictions and lots of people walking dogs. - The trails are not super challenging, but there are parts with large tree roots, rocks, and somewhat steep inclines. - The trails are marked with blazes or small arrows. There are portions where it is possible to get lost. It is important to stay aware and remember when you've taken a turn, etc. - The park has no staffing or facilities, so be prepared to take out what you bring in. People had left piles of dog poop bags and empty cups, etc. at the entrance, which is gross. Please carry your trash out! The trails are mostly shady and through heavy forest, which makes this a pleasant place to walk on a hot day. There are portions through open field though, so don't neglect sunscreen!

KOMOKA PROVINCIAL PARK / KOMOKA TRAILS Official London…read moreOntario Park Gideon Drive and Brigham Road HAPPY FUN TIMES RATING: 5 SNORTS *Highest likemendation! Parking, benches, streams, beach, marked trails This is one of my most sooperfavoritist places to go exploreaventuring, guys!! It's 'MAZING and everything!! There are big piles of soopercool walkingroads plus trails for kikering plus even some little wooden paths too!! Yup!! Some parts are sooperhigh up and wayfaraways from MisterRiver, butt in other places, you can walk right up to him or even jump in for a wet, watery hug!! I did!! Plus and this is where I play Hidey-Go-Seek with my friend Steve the Deer! He is very good at hidey-go-seek! I've only seen him one time so far! Best part of Komoka Trails for puppies is that there are lotsa leafytrees for shadyparts plus, tricklestreams and burblecreeks plus MisterRiver himself to cool off in!! There are some sittingbenches for taking restingtimes, and even the most biggest crooked hill (wooden staircase) I have seen in evertimes!!I am not even joshing!! I give this park my highest likeamendation 'cuz it is a FIVE SNORT RESORT!! Yup!! Shanksh for being so awesometimes, park!! The end.

Unfortunately no Dogs allowed! Sorry Ozzie…read more Sand is quick nice and deep, but shoreline has driftwood, debris that has washed up on shore. Water was cold at noon time mid Aug) hardly anyone in the water. Im sure it would be busy on a hot summer day in July. Life Guards on duty! Small businesses nearby for ice cream, breakfast lunch, parking is ample but paid parking. Prices range from $4/hour to $10. Nearby walking parks and paths.

Parking here was great and free and I liked the fact that the beach was easy to get to. It was…read moredecent and very busy on the hot Sunday that we came. The beach area wasn't overly large but I thought it was pretty well maintained and the sand looked clean and it was nice to walk on and put our towels out on. We swam and it was wavy, which made it fun, however I did get some of the water in my mouth. Unfortunately the next day, I was really sick, fevered and my stomach was upset. I don't know for sure it was from the beach but my friend told me a few days later that she read the E-Coli levels were very high at that beach a few days after we had been.

Great open area to run around in if you are a kid or an adult. Seems maintained well. Next to a…read moreriver but looks protected so no worries of falling in. There are cement paths to walk or bike on and a small water park (that was closed as it was winter). Area seems a bit low key but friendly enough.

An amazing park with dedicated staff! Backus offers so…read moremuch! - overnight camping - seasonal camping - pool - stocked fishing pond - heritage village - nature centre - walking trails They host great events all year long and I was lucky enough to be at their latest event this past Saturday...gifts from the forest. It was great fun making natural wreaths and swags and learning many tips and tricks along the way. The Park Supervisor, who I belive is new this season is a wonderful woman named Pam who is a wealth of knowledge and has really helped make the park very beautiful this year. I'm looking forward to seeing what's going to take place in 2016!

We love coming to Backus, and all it has to offer! There is lots to do for the whole family, and we…read morehave encountered some wonderful staff while taking their tours around the village! There were a couple very knowledgeable young men in the mill, and buildings who made it a great experience for all. If you're looking for something new to do this summer, I highly recommend it.

This very modern playground area sites next to the former Wellington Street Public School. There is…read morea low chain link fence on two sides which is great to keep the little ones from getting into traffic easily as one of the roads is quite busy. The playground set is onto of a soft mulch base (that could use some weeding). Painted a bright red, it has a climbing, area, two slides and is in a somewhat shaded area. There is parking nearby but not much seating for the adults. Clear rules are posted. [Review 1438 of 2024 - 116 in Ontario - 22461 overall]

Rock Glen was a gem to visit. Only about a 20 minute drive from London Ontario, this magnificent…read morenature conservation is majestic all around. A beautiful place for a family picnic or simply a walk amongst nature.

The Rock Glen Conservation Area is a local area municipalities-run spot (like all Ontario…read moreconservation areas) surrounding Rock Glen Falls, a historical site. Since there isn't a larger provincial budget, these places run on a low budget with limited staff who can only do so much. That means the entrance fee of $4 cash is with the honour system where you deposit the fee into a slot on the door, rather than have someone constantly monitoring the entrance. There's no point in trying to cheat the system by not paying, as they rely on this revenue stream to operate and maintain the grounds. There are no vehicles allowed in the park, and I found out that includes bicycles. The view as you enter the front gate is welcoming, pastoral and pleasant, with a flowing scene of clearings, trails leading here and there, mature trees, and picnic tables scattered around. Impressive! There are hills and valleys throughout and some nice trails too. Best are the wooden stair structures that you can find within the trees where they are provided to give views of the gorge and bush surrounding it. If you listen, you can hear the falls, which was at a trickle when I was there but that can change through the seasons and years. There are about 100 stairs to get down to the base of the falls, with a gate that was padlocked just before reaching the bottom, to keep people safe. But it was easy to swing a leg over and climb, and even if you're short, it wouldn't be a problem. Looking at the falls, I could see how some of the large rocks near the top could easily fall at any time so keep that in mind. But there's nothing like being close to waterfalls to feel the spray and breathe in the mist. Close to the falls, the smell of the water and greenery was incredible, along with the stunning visuals of the water streaming down some of the vines and different plants and flowers vibing away constantly. At the bottom is a nice sized bowl of water where it collects after falling. I was tempted to go get my swim suit and have a dip even though there were large dead branches along one side and a swirling pattern of foam on the top of the water. Then I realized I was wearing a puffer so maybe another warmer day would be better. Since that area is so sheltered, I can see it as being heavenly going for a dip there.

As someone who lived overlooking this park for many years I must tell you it is a an absolute…read moredelight. Conveniently located almost right at the forks of the Thames it is also along the Thames Valley Parkway and sees a lot of bikes and rollerblading and hikers when the weather allows. While Victoria Park sees most of the festival action, you can often find something going on here on the weekends and the Canada Day fireworks are a must attend event. It's quite a large park and offers lots of room for picnics, frisbee or whatever outdoor activity your heart might desire. It's a delightful spot to take in a little nature right in the heart of the city!

While Victoria gets to shine in the heart of downtown, Harris Park is a hidden gem tucked in beside…read morethe Thames River. This park has a ton of green space, a small play park, and a great trail for running/biking. There is also a beach volleyball court. Before the days of IMPark down in Harris, it was easy to park your car and go for a run or play a game of v-ball, but now you have to pay. The trails here can lead you far and wide across the city of London. It is really neat to see how far they can take you. You wont find this park jam packed with festivals every weekend. From Rock the Park, to fireworks during Victoria Day, it is a nice space to be active or hang out to get away from it all. The geese can kind of be an annoyance, especially when they use the walkways as their bathroom but hey, thats nature! I've seen some really cute ducklings while walking the trails. Be sure to watch for warnings about high water during the spring time. It can be dangerous. Definitely visit Harris Park, even if you are stopping in at the nearby museum, it would be a great spot for a picnic!