I've come to learn that different is good. Change is good. Take for example, our love of hiking - we can still take advantage of the many trails Ontario offers, but it is different than it was in Alaska. Different terrain, different flora, different fauna... a change.
This past weekend we explored Forks of the Credit, a provincial park just north of Toronto in Caledon, ON. Located on the Niagara Escarpment and famous Bruce Trail, this park surrounds a stretch of the Credit River as it narrows and rushes through a deep gorge, plunging over falls. There is a network of trails to explore throughout park that take you through rolling hills, grassland, coniferous forests, past small lakes created by glaciation and up some fairly steep grades.
The entire area is remarkably beautiful and feels completely remote. As you wander the trails, it is easy to forgot that you are just a short drive from Toronto. This protected oasis is an absolute gem and a must visit for anyone in the area looking to get outdoors.
How to get there from Toronto:
- Take Hwy 410 N past Brampton
- Continue onto Hwy 10/Hurontario St
- Turn left onto Forks of the Credit Rd/Regional Rd 11
- Turn right on McLaren Rd
- Turn left into park
Cost: $14 per vehicle for a day pass (automated machine, coin or card only)
Have you ever been to Forks of the Credit? What is your favourite outdoor space? I'd love to hear!
