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This park near Toronto will 'take your breath away' and has towering fall colour lookouts

Who's ready for an autumn hike?

Lead Writer, Travel

The fall colours are finally here and if you're wondering where you can get some amazing foliage views near Toronto, lace up your boots and plan a hike to this scenic spot.

With sweeping views, tree-lined trails, limestone cliffs and autumn splendour, it's a magical place to enjoy the vibrant shades of the season.

Rattlesnake Point Conservation Area, located in Milton, will make all your fall dreams come true.

According to the website, the destination "will take your breath away" with its gorgeous scenery and majestic lookout.

One beautiful trail to explore is the 3 kilometre Buffalo Crag Trail. The hike takes you to Buffalo Crag Lookout Point, where you can enjoy "one of the best views on the escarpment."

It also leads past several other lookout points including Nassagaweya Canyon Lookout and Trafalgar Lookout.

You can gaze over a patchwork of red and orange and breathe in the crisp fall air.

If you're up for a longer adventure, you can hike the Nassagaweya Canyon Trail which is 9.4 kilometres roundtrip and connects to Crawford Lake.

Reservations are not required to visit Rattlesnake Point but are recommended. You can make your reservation online and save money on gate fees.

Admission costs $10.50 per adult.

Put on your coziest jacket, grab a pumpkin spice latte and get ready for some amazing views at this conservation area near Toronto.

Rattlesnake Point Conservation Area

Price: $10.50 + per adult

Address: 7200 Appleby Line, Milton, ON

Rattlesnake Point Conservation Area Website

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

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  • Lead Writer

    Madeline Forsyth is a Toronto-based Lead Writer for Narcity Media. After earning her B.A. (Hons) at Queen's University, she spent a year travelling much of the world as a flight attendant. Now, she uses her experience in the travel industry and passion for writing to share stories about buzzworthy events and adventures across Canada and the globe. Madeline has been published in PopSugar and has interviewed sports and entertainment personalities for Narcity. She has covered and photographed restaurant openings as well as event launches such as the world premiere of the Dr. Seuss Experience. Some of her favourite things to write about include charming small towns and anything to do with Harry Potter.

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