Pickering, Ontario, Canada is located on the shores of Lake Ontario in, what is referred to as, the Durham Region. The community has a vibrant art and live entertainment scene and access to many land and marine activity parks.
Activities most enjoyed in the community and surrounding areas include golfing, hiking, fishing, canoeing, swimming, boating, sailing, biking, cycling, kite boarding, sightseeing, rollerblading, camping, birding, and skiing and snowboarding
A few of the more popular activity and sightseeing destinations in the region includes Rouge National Park, Frenchman's Bay, Waterfront Trail, Alderwood Park, Seaton Hiking Trail, Alex Robertson Park and the Altona Forest, Claremont, Greenwood and Petticoat Creek Conservation Areas.
Some of the attractions, history and cultural venues in Pickering, Ontario and the surrounding regions to visit include the Nautical Village, Pickering Museum Village, Durham West Arts Centre, and the Herongate Barn Theatre.
Services important in and around the community includes cafes, restaurants, pubs, liquor stores, accommodations, boutiques, gift stores, gas stations, cell service, grocery stores, internet, and transportation services including car rentals, taxi, marina, and bus.