Tag: Fall colours
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Falling in love with fall colours at Rondeau
Today’s post comes from Olivia Pomajba, a summer student at Rondeau Provincial Park. “There is nothing permanent except change.” — Heraclitus As the blissful haze of summer fades, we confront the realities of the changing season: colder weather and back to school. Autumn brings change to our lives, and to our parks as well. Change can…
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Fall hiking gems in Ontario’s southwest
When it comes to fall, Ontario’s southwest can be overlooked. While crowds of people flock to Algonquin Provincial Park or the Niagara Escarpment, there are many places elsewhere in the province that showcase the beauty of Ontario’s changing colours. What better way to see the colours than by tackling a trail? Here are just a few…
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Fall paddling safety
Fall is the perfect time to paddle. As the temperatures cool there are no bugs and the lakes become less crowded. Plus you can catch some of our beautiful fall colours! But fall weather can be fickle. Hitting the lake too late, failing to respect weather conditions, or paddling beyond your skill level isn’t just risky…
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5 ways to keep ecological integrity in mind this fall
Ecological integrity can be a tricky concept to nail down. But in the simplest terms, it means keeping nature — and all of its component parts — whole. Planning to visits our parks this fall? Here are the top five ways to keep ecological integrity in mind during your visit:
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Explore fall colours at these gems
Leaf peepers, unite! Tis the season to enjoy the splendours of autumn. If you’re looking to dodge the crowds, these parks sure pack a punch when it comes to fall colours:
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Accessible locations to view fall colours
As the cold weather hits, opportunities to view a stunning array of fall colours are popping up around the province. Ontario Parks is committed to making our parks as accessible as possible for visitors. If you’re planning a trip, we’ve rounded up a list of parks with accessibility features that are perfect for viewing the…
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5 reasons to visit Rideau River Provincial Park this fall
Located just 40 minutes outside of Ottawa, Rideau River Provincial Park offers a relaxing camping experience with activities for the whole family. Rideau River is open for camping and day use until October 10! Here are a few reasons why you’ll love to experience this park in the fall season:
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Fall hiking at Rainbow Falls Provincial Park
Todays’ post is from Allison Spadoni, superintendent of our Nipigon Node parks, Rainbow Falls, Neys, and White Lake. Ah, fall! It’s the ideal time of year for getting outside and tackling some of the longer hikes on your bucket list! What makes the fall season such a great time for hiking? Well, while the days…
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Fall colours at Algonquin Provincial Park
Fall colours at Algonquin Provincial Park are breathtaking to behold. But take a look at this photo; clearly, our secret’s out. So if you’d like to enjoy the wonder of Algonquin’s autumn, or you’re looking for some solitude, read on.