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Exploring the great outdoors provides the perfect opportunity to get some fresh air and exercise while bonding with nature and loved ones. Luckily, Ajax has many parks, trails, and creeks for you to explore. Read on for our top tips to get outside in Ajax.
Hike Greenwood Conservation Area
Part of the Ontario Greenbelt, The Greenwood Conservation Area provides a beautiful forested area for you to explore. With an easy to moderate difficulty level, it’s suitable for most hikers and ages. Reserve a picnic table by Duffins Creek and enjoy the scenic view as you eat. Activities at Greenwood include bird watching and mountain biking in addition to hiking. Camping facilities are also available, and several off-leash dog areas exist as well.
Play Soccer At Kinsmen Park
Conveniently located a five minute drive from Vision At Pat Bayly Square, Kinsmen Park has several play zones and is ideal for kids. It features a large soccer field and is the perfect place to organize a game with friends or teach your little one the basics. During a break in the game, take advantage of the playground or simply sit in a shady tree and relax.
Fish At Duffins Creek
One of Ontario’s premier trout fishing streams, the busiest fishing season for Duffins Creek tends to be autumn when trout fishing starts. However, the summer months can be more inviting since they are less busy and provide ample room for you to fish. Smallmouth bass are in rich supply at this time of year, and late August will see the start of trout season. Coho and chinook salmon are also plentiful once the colder weather sets in. No matter what season, Duffins Creek offers lots of reasons to get outside in Ajax!
Explore The Waterfront
Enjoy six kilometers of unspoiled parkland set against the sparkling waters of Lake Ontario. Rotary Park, at the mouth of Duffins Creek, offers a beautiful beach for sunbathing and recreational kayaking and canoeing. Veteran’s Point Garden is a historical monument that commemorates The HMS Ajax, which sailed during WWII. Finally, Paradise Park and Carruthers Marsh are picturesque places to spend a summer afternoon, and include a sunny pavilion, tennis courts, and more stretches of beach.
Ajax provides plenty of opportunities to get outside all year round! Take advantage of the last few weeks of summer by exploring the city’s beautiful beaches, parks, and trails. Thanks for reading and don’t forget to follow our blog for more lifestyle tips.
