This Winter Hike Near Toronto Has 5 Lookouts & You Can Gaze Over A Glittering Escarpment
It's less than an hour from the city!
Located less than an hour from the city, you can discover a serene winter wonderland with soaring views.
Rattlesnake Point Conservation Area is nestled along the Niagara Escarpment in Milton, and it’s a gorgeous place for a snowy hike.
The area is full of trails and has five towering lookout points where you can gaze across the world below.
The Buffalo Crag trail is the path to take if you want to find the best views. The vantage points boast views of a snow-filled valley, and you can watch the "escarpment glitter" in the sun.
If you want a shorter hike, the Vista Adventure trail takes less than an hour to complete.
The area is a great place to spot owls during the winter months, and you can also find ancient cedar trees that are hundreds of years old.
Rattlesnake Point Conservation Area
Price: $9.50 per adult
Address: 7200 Appleby Line, Milton, ON
Why You Need To Go: Hike your way to stunning look spots at this scenic area.
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.
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7 Illuminated Walks Near Toronto That Will Take You Through A Glowing Dreamland This Season
You can see so many sparkling lights! ✨
These dazzling trails around Toronto will make your next walk magical. You can explore illuminated forests and futuristic wonderlands filled with sparkling lights.
Whether you're looking for festive cheer or just want a unique experience, these trails will add some enchantment to your next stroll.
Fairway of Lights
Price: $25+ per adult
When: November 20, 2021, to January 30, 2022
Address: 10080 Kennedy Rd., Gormley, ON
Why You Need To Go: This twinkling new trail will take you through an illuminated forest beneath the stars. Along the way, you'll see light displays and exclusive installations.
Holiday Nights of Lights
Price: $16.99 per adult
When: November 26, 2021, to January 2, 2022
Address: 80 Interchange Way, Vaughan, ON
Why You Need To Go: This season, Holiday Nights of Lights is returning as a walking trail, and you can wander through tunnels and more. There will also be a Christmas market complete with mulled wine and a Ferris wheel.
Terra Lumina
Price: $29.99 per adult, $14 parking
Address: 2000 Meadowvale Rd., Toronto, ON
Why You Need To Go: This glowing walk at the Toronto Zoo will transport you to the future. You'll discover luminous projections, interactive displays and more.
Holiday Magic At Blue Mountain Village
Price: Free
When: November 19, 2021, to January 2, 2022
Address: 156 Jozo Weider Blvd., The Blue Mountains, ON
Why You Need To Go: This enchanting Christmas town is worth a visit during the holidays. You can enjoy garland-filled streets as well as an illuminated walk with lots of magical displays.
Winter Festival of Lights
Price: Free
When: November 13, 2021 - February 21, 2022
Address: Niagara Falls, ON
Why You Need To Go: Boasting 3 million lights, this spectacular festival in Niagara has endless installations to explore.
Christmas at Casa Loma
Price: $30+ per adult
When: November 25 to December 30, 2021
Address: 1 Austin Terr., Toronto, ON
Why You Need To Go: Casa Loma is transforming into an enchanted Christmas palace, and you can take a trip along an illuminated trail that winds through the gardens and tunnels.
Winter Wonders
Price: $19.50 per adult
When: November 24, 2021, to January 9, 2022
Address: 680 Plains Rd. W., Burlington, ON
Why You Need To Go: Hendrie Park at the Royal Botanical Gardens is turning into a sparkling wonderland this season. You can wander along glowing paths and discover seven enchanting displays.
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.
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11 Fall Places In Ontario That Are Like Spending A Magical Autumn Day At Hogwarts
These spots have some "Sirius" wizard vibes.
Just because you didn't get your Hogwarts letter (it definitely got lost in the mail), it doesn't mean that you can't enjoy some truly magical places.
These fall spots around Ontario have major Harry Potter vibes, and you'll feel like you're studying at the castle as you explore historic buildings and enchanting landscapes.
Knox College
Price: Free
Address: 59 St George St., Toronto, ON
Why You Need To Go: You can find a little piece of Hogwarts in the heart of Toronto with a trip to Knox College. The gothic-style hallways are straight out of the Wizarding World.
Waterloo Central Railway
Price: $24.99+ per adult
Address: Multiple stations
Why You Need To Go: Grab your trolley and hop aboard this historic train with major Hogwarts Express vibes. The rolling countryside and towering bridges will make you feel like you're on your way to the castle.
Guelph Covered Bridge
Price: Free
Address: The Covered Bridge, Guelph, ON
Why You Need To Go: Gaze over the water and surrounding autumn landscape from this charming covered bridge, which is straight off the set of a Harry Potter film.
Sleeping Giant Provincial Park
Price: Prices vary
Address: Pass Lake, ON
Why You Need To Go: One of the most spectacular things about Hogwarts is its rustic landscape. Sleeping Giant boasts towering cliffs that look over an icy lake, and you can easily imagine the castle perched amidst the trees.
Pumpkinferno
Price: $20 per person
When: Until October 31, 2021
Address: 13740 County Rd. 2, Morrisburg, ON
Why You Need To Go: You'll be whisked away to the Great Hall at Halloween when visiting this pumpkin-filled attraction.
Templin Gardens
Price: Free
Address: Fergus, ON
Why You Need To Go: This secret stairway is carved into the limestone along a gorge, and you can climb your way down to the rushing water for a truly enchanting experience.
AGORA: Path Of Light
Price: $29+ per adult
When: Until October 31, 2021
Address: 150 Jozo Weider Blvd., Unit AS8, The Blue Mountains, ON
Why You Need To Go: This twinkling night walk will take you through a forest full of light. You'll pass wolves, toadstools, and glowing installations that will make you believe in magic.
Waterloo Pioneer Memorial Tower
Price: Free
Address: 300 Lookout Ln., Kitchener ON
Why You Need To Go: You can take a trip to the Owlery by visiting this whimsical tower near Toronto.
Pine Grove Forest
Price: Free
Address: Pine Grove Trail, Ottawa, ON
Why You Need To Go: Get lost in the Forbidden Forest as you wander through this woodland of towering pine. Luckily, no giant spiders have been seen here.
St. Raphael's Ruins
Price: Free, donations accepted
Address: 19998 County Rd. 18, Williamstown, ON
Why You Need To Go: These historic ruins belong on the Hogwarts grounds, and you can get your Wizarding World fill by visiting this spot.
Parliament Hill
Price: Free
Address: Wellington St., Ottawa, ON
Why You Need To Go: Perched atop a hill and surrounded by shining waters, the Parliament buildings come with all those magical Hogwarts vibes.
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.
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This Ontario Hike Leads Through A Leafy Valley With Woodland Staircases & Boardwalks
Cue the sound of crunching leaves.
You can enjoy vibrant colours and the satisfying crunch of leaves beneath your feet at this gorgeous fall hiking spot in Ontario.
Medway Valley Heritage Forest Environmentally Significant Area is located in London and features nearly 11 kilometres of scenic trails to explore.
Boasting a creek, lush forests, wetlands and valleys, it's the perfect spot for a stroll, especially during the fall colours.
There are also a number of staircases, boardwalks and bridges that lead over steep or wet areas.
Grab a pumpkin spice latte to-go and hit the trails at this spot for a magical autumn adventure.
Medway Valley Heritage Forest
Price: Free
Address: 29 Doncaster Ave., London, ON
Why You Need To Go: Explore serene trails through valleys and forested areas at this spot.
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.
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