Canada Parks include national, provincial, territorial, regional, municipal, community, recreation and wilderness parks. Every province and territory in Canada maintains a good selection of parks.
Most of the Canada parks operate seasonally with the peak months of operation occurring during the months of May to late September. Many of the larger Canada parks are created to protect the environment and wildlife in the region while promoting recreational activities.
The most popular park activities enjoyed in a Canada Park include hiking, camping, swimming, backpacking, canoeing, kayaking, mountain biking, fishing, picnicking, birdwatching, wind surfing, photography and much more.
Some of the more common amenities located in the larger developed parks include a campground, sandy beach, showers, washrooms, sani station, park office, picnic area, playground, marina, boat launch and more.
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Mowat Bay is a perfect beach for families and friends. The area enjoys a sandy beach, cement theatre like benches, boat launch and great scenery. This is said to be one of the best beach destinations in the Powell River area.
Mactaquac Provincial Park, Fredericton, New Brunswick on Canada's Adventure Travel Guide for planning activities in NB provincial parks, trails, beaches, marinas and more.
The Crack hiking trail is a hike found in the LaCloche mountain range in Killarney Provincial Park in Ontario, Canada. Due to its rugged terrain, long distance, and steep incline, The Crack is said to be one of the most challenging hikes in the province.
Yukon River Loop Trail is a popular recreation route located in the community of Whitehorse, Yukon Territory, Canada. The trail provides great views of the Yukon River (Schwatka Lake) and acts as a connector route for accessing some of the local attractions and other recreation trails in the region.
The Blanket Creek Park is planted in a forest of white pine, western cedar and second growth western hemlock trees. The park on Upper Arrow Lake includes a day use area, car top boat launch, campground and hiking trails. The boat launch is not directly on the lake and requires a short portage.
The Bear Creek Park is very family oriented with many features popular with children. Some of the amenities include a playground, a water spray park, a skate park, mini golf, rock wall, outdoor pool and the famous Bear Creek Miniature Train.
Victoria Park is the main treed and green space parkland area to visit when exploring the downtown shops, stores, restaurants, galleries and boutiques located in the City of Regina.