City: St. Catharines
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Things to do in St. Catharines, Canada: The Best Nature & Parks
St. Catharines is the largest city in Canada's Niagara Region and the sixth largest urban area in Ontario, with 96.13 square kilometres (37.1 sq mi) of land and 133,113 residents in 2016. It lies in Southern Ontario, 51 kilometres (32 mi) south of Toronto across Lake Ontario, and is 19 kilometres (12 mi) inland from the international boundary with the United States along the Niagara River. It is the northern entrance of the Welland Canal. Residents of St. Catharines are known as St. Cathariners. St. Catharines carries the official nickname "The Garden City" due to its 1,000 acres (4 km) of parks, gardens and trails.
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1. Lester B Pearson Park
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 29 reviews
Reviewed By daviddG8925YX - St. Catharines, Canada
Nice playground for the kids and a couple of soccer fields at this location. The library is also located on the property with two swimming pools
2. Jaycee Gardens Park
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 16 reviews
Reviewed By daviddG8925YX - St. Catharines, Canada
I live near Jaycee Gardens Park and use it often to either bike or stroll and sometimes walk my dog. With the bridge that was added a few years back you can also walk into Port Dalhousie. The park also allows to you to watch the Royal Henley Regatta from the cliffs overlooking the water.
3. John Page Park
4. Rennie Park
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 7 reviews
Reviewed By daviddG8925YX - St. Catharines, Canada
Rennie park is dedicated to rowing. It has a statue of a rower and it shares the names of those who have won every year. There was also information about the Muir brothers, who were specialists in repairing and building ships at this site back in the old days. Canada Day celebrations are held here each year with lots to do with the kids. The annual 'chicken chucking' contest takes place on the frozen pond here each winter with proceeds going to local charities.
5. George Nicholson Memorial Trail
6. Charles A. Ansell Park
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
Reviewed By robbygc - Toronto, Canada
I was excited. I found a park with a view of the boats. That was worthwhile! We were not the only ones here. There were more people. The park gave us shelter and the opportunities to sit and enjoy the boats nearby. People walked by for exercise as well. What a great day we had! Worthwhile to enjoy!
7. Malcolmson Park
8. Woodend Conservation Area
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 36 reviews
Reviewed By daviddG8925YX - St. Catharines, Canada
Many an hour have I spent walking my dog, on leash of course, or cycling up Taylor Rd. to get to Woodend. Local hikers and bikers can be seen enjoying the area at all times of the day and evening. Paths the take you off the road and wind you towards the old house which I believe is owned by the District School Board of Niagara for school outings and outdoor learning for students. The house sits atop of the hill overlooking the Q.E.W. highway which travels into Niagara Falls heading east or Toronto heading west. It's a nice area to spend a few hours outdoors.
9. Happy Rolph's Animal Farm
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 250 reviews
Reviewed By RogerBowA1
A friendly, relaxing place to enjoy animals, nature and a nice walk. Friendly staff and a great place for parents to bring their children.
10. Royal Henley Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 25 reviews
Reviewed By daviddG8925YX - St. Catharines, Canada
Royal Henley Park is a neighbourhood park with playground equipment that can be accessed through Jaycee Park or through the public pathway on Royal Henley Boulevard. There is a footbridge that takes you from Jaycee Gardens Park into Port Dalhousie where you can watch the rowers practice. When the Royal Henley Regatta is on, the bridge is located at the finish line so you can watch the sights and sounds of the races.
