These are the best provincial parks near Toronto to visit this fall for breathtaking foliage
Fall is one of the most beautiful times of the year to visit an Ontario provincial park. With lush forests of red and orange, leafy trails, and crisp autumn air, you'll feel like you've stepped straight into an autumn postcard.
Ontario Parks and Subaru Canada have rounded up the best parks to visit for a fall day trip near Toronto, showcasing beautiful destinations less than 3 hours from the city.
From lakeside gems to beautiful forested areas, these parks are brimming with autumn charm.
Here are seven stunning provincial parks to visit near Toronto for fall colours this year:
- Silent Lake Provincial Park - 2.5 hours from Toronto
- Darlington Provincial Park - 45 minutes from Toronto
- Sibbald Point Provincial Park - 1 hour from Toronto
- Balsam Lake Provincial Park - 2 hours from Toronto
- Awenda Provincial Park - 2 hours and 20 minutes from Toronto
- Earl Rowe Provincial Park - 1 hour and 20 minutes from Toronto
- John E. Pearce Provincial Park - 2.5 hours from Toronto
Spots like Darlington Provincial Park and Balsam Lake Provincial Park feature stunning lookouts, while Silent Lake Provincial Park and John E. Pearce Provincial Park are known for their vibrant colours.
Peak colours vary each year, but Ontario Parks offers an interactive fall colour map to track the progress. Right now, leaves are just starting to change across the province—keep an eye on the map to see where the most vibrant hues are popping up.
Ontario Parks also has some tips for visiting in the fall, from avoiding crowds to booking ahead.
If you're planning a fall day trip from Toronto, these parks offer some gorgeous views of the foliage.
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.
