8 Dreamy Picnic Spots In Ontario Where You Can Soak Up The Sunshine

Eating inside is so last season. ☀️
Staff Writer

It is time to get outdoors and enjoy the sunshine at one of these dreamy picnic spots in Ontario.

Figuring out what to do with your free time doesn't need to be complicated. Go ahead and grab some of your favourite snacks and a blanket, and you are ready to enjoy a meal outdoors.

Plus, for those of you looking for a budget-friendly date night, dining in a romantic park is hard to beat.

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Britannia Beach

Price: Free

Address: 2805 Carling Ave., Ottawa, ON

Why You Need To Go: You can relax on the long stretch of golden sand right next to the splashing waves. There is also plenty of green space if you prefer relaxing under a shady tree or play frisbee.

Richmond Green Sports Centre And Park

Price: Free

Address: 1300 Elgin Mills Rd. E., Richmond Hill, ON

Why You Need To Go: This colossal park has it all, including a waterfall, picnic shelters, gardens, and ample parking.

Toronto Music Garden

Price: Free

Address: 479 Queens Quay W., Toronto, ON

Why You Need To Go: It is a gorgeous gem on the waterfront, where you can relax surrounded by a garden inspired by Bach’s First Suite For Unaccompanied Cello.

Cantara Beach

Price: Free

Address: 1200 Lake Chipican Dr., Sarnia, ON

Why You Need To Go: You'll feel like you are on vacation in the Caribbean at this pristine beach with sparkling blue water and soft sand.

Sugar Beach

Price: Free

Address: 11 Dockside Dr., Toronto, ON

Why You Need To Go: If your favourite colour is pink, you are sure to adore the cotton candy-coloured umbrellas along the white sandy beach.

Cedarvale Park

Price: Free

Address: 443 Arlington Ave., York, ON

Why You Need To Go: High Park isn't the only place to picnic under blooming cherry blossom trees. You can head here to escape the crowds and enjoy the pink flowers.

Ottawa River Pathway

Price: Free

Address: Ottawa River Pathway, Ottawa, ON

Why You Need To Go: There is tons of green space along the Ottawa River, where you can stop and enjoy the view.

Pinery Provincial Park

Price: $10.84 per vehicle

Address: 9526 Lakeshore Rd., Grand Bend, ON

Why You Need To Go: It is a peaceful escape with 10 kilometres of beachfront. While here, you can also explore walking trails or go canoeing.

Before you get going, check our Responsible Travel Guide so you can be informed, be safe, be smart, and most of all, be respectful on your adventure.

  • Stephanie White was an Ottawa-based Associate Editor for Narcity Canada. She has been writing mouthwatering food and wanderlust-inspiring articles for Canadians since 2012. She has a B.A. and B.Ed. from Ottawa University. When she isn't writing, you can find her travelling the globe and trying new restaurants. Stephanie has previously been published on Insider, Flight Network, Apartment Therapy, Faces Magazine, Daily Hive, Dished and The Spruce.

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