Parks & Recreation Areas in Forest Hills, Kitchener, ON
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206 Lakeside Drive, Kitchener, N2M 4C5
(519) 741-2600
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Lakeside Park offers beautiful trails for peaceful walks, especially in fall. It's a favorite place for dog owners and their pets. The park features swings and picnic areas, making it a great all-around destination. Some areas need improvement, such as fixing the washout and maintaining access to the lake. Visitors enjoy the scenery, wildlife spotting, and seasonal activities like tobogganing. Nearby results from the Parks & Recreation Areas category
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801 Trillium Drive, Kitchener, N2R 1J9
(519) 741-2600
Park, School Huron Natural Area is highly praised by customers for its picnic areas, clean restrooms, scenic trails, and peaceful atmosphere. Ideal for family outings and hikes. Beautiful wilderness in the city, great for year-round visits. 
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1094 Wilson Avenue, Kitchener, N2C 1J3
(519) 741-2286
Park Homer Watson Park offers beautiful trails for walking, running, and cycling, with scenic views of the Grand River. The picnic area and nature trails are popular among visitors, and the area is also dog-friendly with leash requirements. Some trails offer challenging terrain for cycling, while others are more suitable for leisurely walks. 
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625 WESTMOUNT RD, Waterloo, N2J 2Z4
519-884-6620
In the early 1800s, the Grand River was a source of transportation, power and water for local communities. Settlement led to deforestation, intensive farming and urbanization, which began to hinder the natural cycles of the river. By the 1930s, river conditions had become so severe that annual floods, drought and pollution were affecting public health and the economic development of the communities up and down the Grand. Something had to be done. Sponsored by the Grand Valley Boards of Trade and modeled on the fledging Tennessee Valley Authority in the United States, the "Grand River Conservation Commission Act" was passed by the Province of Ontario in 1932. The commission was the first watershed management agency in Canada when it received its formal Letters Patent in August, 1934. This was the first time local municipalities had banded together to address water management issues on a watershed scale. The founding partner municipalities were Brantford, Galt, Kitchener, Fergus and Caledonia. William Philip of Galt was the first chairman, and the commission's head office was in Brantford. Other municipalities soon joined the partnership. In 1948, the Grand River watershed municipalities formed their own Grand Valley Conservation Authority under this new act. This new agency had extended powers in the 1950s, which allowed it to acquire many wetlands, forests and natural areas in the watershed. The valley authority also acquired park land for camping, swimming, fishing and canoeing. Many of today's popular conservation areas, including Elora Gorge, Rockwood, Pinehurst Lake and Byng Island, were purchased and developed during this time. This new authority's objectives began to parallel those of the commission. Early provincial conservation authority publications even included the commission as a special section. The two agencies merged in 1966 to form today's Grand River Conservation Authority. Laurel Creek Conservation Area is a beautiful and well-maintained nature space with excellent facilities for hiking, picnicking, camping, and photography. The area is known for its scenic trails, autumn colors, and serene atmosphere. Visitors praise the picturesque lake, sunrises and sunsets, and easy access to canoe rentals. Some suggest improvements to washroom facilities and note the need for longer power and hose cables for serviced lots. Overall, a peaceful and enchanting place to connect with nature.