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Parks, Trails and Places to Explore in Canada

Canada Parks include national, provincial, territorial, regional, municipal, community, recreation and wilderness parks. Every province and territory in Canada maintains a good selection of parks.

Most of the Canada parks operate seasonally with the peak months of operation occurring during the months of May to late September. Many of the larger Canada parks are created to protect the environment and wildlife in the region while promoting recreational activities.

 

The most popular park activities enjoyed in a Canada Park include hiking, camping, swimming, backpacking, canoeing, kayaking, mountain biking, fishing, picnicking, birdwatching, wind surfing, photography and much more.

Some of the more common amenities located in the larger developed parks include a campground, sandy beach, showers, washrooms, sani station, park office, picnic area, playground, marina, boat launch and more.

Select a Canadian Province or Territory to Explore Parks in Canada.

British Columbia

British Columbia Parks & Trails
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The trail measures 2 kilometres long (there and back) and is considered an easy going route with very little elevation gain. And, because of the easy access and the well maintained trail, the Blakiston Falls Trail draws crowds and is enjoyed by all ages and fitness levels.
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Waterton
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Kings Castle Provincial Park, Murray River, Prince Edward Island, Canada. Your Adventure Travel Guide for planning activities in PEI parks, trails, and playgrounds.
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1887 Gladstone Rd
Murray Harbour
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Reversing Rapids is a natural phenomenon where the retreating tides of the Bay of Fundy reverse the flow of the St. John River.
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200 Bridge Road
Saint John
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The beach and 3 kilometre waterfront pathway are located in the small community of Crecent Beach, BC which is situated in the northern end of Semiahmoo Bay. It is a popular destination for walking, beachcombing, sunbathing, sightseeing, swimming and for launching a kayak.
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Beecher Street
Surrey
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Belfry Beach is located in the community of Gabarus, NS, Canada on Fourchu Bay which is east of Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada. Belfry Beach in Nova Scotia Canada is a top thing to do while exploring near Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada.
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Belfry Road
Gabarus
Parkview Lake is a small lake surrounded by green space with some trees. The lake park includes some paved trails. Popular for dog walking, birding and picnicking.
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59 Ave. & 36 Street
Lloydminster
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The Rainforest Trail is a sightseeing forested boardwalk trail located in the Pacific Rim National Park near the Villages of Tofino and Ucluelet, Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada.
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Pacific Rim Highway
Tofino, Ucluelet
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A forest walk leading to a beautiful, clear lake near Radium Hot Springs - relatively short, little elevation gain - a good hike for anyone rain or shine.
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Hwy 93
Radium Hot Springs
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Waterfront Boardwalk in North Bay, Ontario, Canada is one of the most popular summer destinations for sightseeing and leisure activity in the community.
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Memorial Drive
North Bay