Discover the Magic of Winter with TRCA

Winter has come! Fill those frigid days with outdoor adventure and the evenings with light and warmth, by sampling some of the many seasonal events and recreational opportunities offered at Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) locations across the GTA.

Here are a few of our favourite ways to enjoy winter’s wonders.

Albion Hills: A Year-round Destination for Adventure

Did you know that Albion Hills Conservation Park in Caledon is open all year-round?*

fat tire bikers at Albion Hills Conservation Area

On almost any day of the year (excluding Christmas and Boxing Day) you can hike, bike, and explore Albion’s outstanding system of trails.

PLAN YOUR ALBION HILLS ADVENTURE

*User fees apply. TRCA Conservation Parks members can access Albion Hills for free. Learn about parks memberships.

Take a Hike at Kortright

Kortright Centre for Conservation in Woodbridge is one of the GTA’s best spots for winter hiking and bird watching.

snow covered trail at Kortright Centre for Conservation

Enjoy more than 16 kilometres of breathtaking hiking trails year-round. Explore forests and meadows, follow the boardwalk through the marsh, and keep watch for wildlife!

PLAN YOUR KORTRIGHT ADVENTURE


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Escape into the Magical Christmas Forest

Explore the Magical Christmas Forest at Kortright and discover a winter wonderland filled with light.

young visitor to Kortright explores the Magical Christmas Forest
Magical Christmas Forest at Kortright Centre

Enjoy crafts, activities, wagon rides, treats for the whole family — and a visit with Santa in his cabin!

Dates: December 1–4, 7–11, 14–18, 21–23

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Journey to Winters Past at Black Creek

Turn back time and experience a winter’s day in a rural Ontario village of the 1860s.

a table laden with traditional holiday delicacies greets visitors at Black Creek Pioneer Village

There are three great ways to experience all that the Village has to offer in December:

  • Weekday Guided Village Tours: Enjoy a series of 50-minute themed guided tours for a deep dive into the 1800s, then explore the Village gardens and heritage buildings at your own pace.
  • Weekend Self-Guided Experience: Explore the heritage Village and buildings at your own pace. Encounter costumed educators at Discovery Stations throughout the Village.
  • Christmas at the Village: Jingle all the way to the Village for festive fun! Your choice of daytime and evening programs

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Outdoor Winter Camps

Give your kids an adventure to remember this winter break!

campers explore trail on snowshoes at Claremont Nature Centre winter break camp

TRCA’s winter camps at Claireville Conservation Area in Brampton and Claremont Nature Centre in Pickering offer fun-filled days in the great outdoors. Youngsters will look for winter animal tracks, make nature crafts, build shelters and forts, and more!

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Enjoy Year-Round Adventure at TRCA Parks

A TRCA Conservation Parks Membership Pass provides access to outdoor recreational experiences across the GTA.

Get free admission to locations including Black Creek Pioneer Village, Bruce’s Mill Conservation Park, Heart Lake Conservation Park, and Kortright Centre for Conservation, along with free parking and exclusive discounts on recreational activities.

LEARN MORE & BUY YOUR PASS

Purchase a Conservation Parks membership pass