7 Ontario Boardwalk Trails That Are Even More Magical In The Fall

Rushing blue waters and colourful leaves. 🌊🍂
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It's the season of colourful boardwalk strolls. If you want to soak up magical views of bright foliage this fall, these easy Ontario trails are where you need to go. So strap on those boots and grab a cardigan, because adventure awaits.

When it comes to hiking, boardwalks offer a relatively flat route making them easier to navigate.

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They’re often surrounded by wetlands and stunning views as well, making them that much more picturesque.

And although they’re lovely in any season, some of the province's best boardwalks transform into colourful paradises in the fall.

There’s just something magical about red and yellow leaves reflecting off of clear blue water.

Whether you’re walking alongside rushing rapids at Niagara’s White Water Walk or hiking your way to tiny islands in Hardy Lake Provincial Park, you’re sure to fall in love with these gems.

Glen Stewart Ravine

Price: Free

When: Open daily

Address: 351 Glen Manor Dr., Toronto, ON

Why You Need To Go: This winding ravine boardwalk is a gem in Toronto and it turns into a colourful leafy paradise in the fall.

Westminster Ponds Conservation Area

Price: Free

When: Open daily

Address: 696 Wellington Rd., London, ON 

Why You Need To Go: There are over 10 kilometres of trails here for you to explore, including a boardwalk where you can admire fall foliage reflecting off the ponds.

Crawford Lake Conservation Area

Price: $6.50

When: By reservation only

Address: 3115 Conservation Rd., Milton, ON

Why You Need To Go: You'll feel like you're walking through a fairytale forest at this charming spot.

Niagara White Water Walk

Price: $16.50

When: Thursday-Monday until October 12

Address: 4330 River Rd., Niagara Falls, ON 

Why You Need To Go: Fall foliage and rushing blue waters? Say no more!

Mer Bleue Bog

Price: Free

When: Open daily 8 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Address: Ridge Rd, Ottawa, ON

Why You Need To Go: This 1.2-kilometre boardwalk will take you past some of the best fall colours in Ottawa's greenbelt.

Hardy Lake Provincial Park

Price: $12.25 parking

When: Open daily 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Address: Highway 169, Torrance, ON

Why You Need To Go: This park has various wooden footbridges that lead you to a cute little island where you can soak up every colour of the season.

Kelso Conservation Area

Price: $6.50

When: By reservation only

Address: 5234 Kelso Rd., Milton, ON

Why You Need To Go: Colour explodes throughout this spot in the fall and you can get an up-close view of it all from the boardwalk.

  • Amber Van Wort was a writer at Narcity Canada. She studied journalism at Durham College in Oshawa and holds a special place in her heart for the Toronto Maple Leafs. She continues to be published in the Chicago Tribune, Best Reviews, and previously, The Belleville Intelligencer, totaling up to 9+ years of experience.

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