With Father’s Day coming up this weekend, you don’t have to break the bank for your dad or father-figure to feel appreciated! There are so many other things you can do to spend memorable, quality time with one another and with so much to do outside of the city, the possibilities are endless! Here’s 5 outdoor activities to ensure you and your family have an exciting, love-filled Father’s Day this year!
5 outdoor activities to plan this Father’s Day outside of the city
Scenic Caves Nature Adventure
Collingwood, ON
Visit the Scenic Caves Nature Adventure in Collingwood this Father’s Day! Here you can explore the 15km hiking trail, Southern Ontario’s longest Suspension Bridge, and the Caves/Crevasse trail network! Other activities include the trout pond and picnic areas, pathway of life size wooden animal carvings and 18-hole mini-golf! If your father likes all things adventure, this is the place to be! And of course, you can visit the lovely Blue Mountain village and enjoy a drink at one of their many patios!
Day Of Paddling On The Grand River
Paris, ON
Experience a day of fun on the Grand River with a 2-hour self guided canoeing, kayaking or tubing adventure along the river! The Grand River Experience offers endless activities that will make this Father’s day unforgettable!
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Bike Through Pinery Provincial Park
Grand Bend, ON
The bike trails in Pinery Provincial Park are believed to be some of the best! Through the 14-kilometre Savanna Trail, bikers cruise along the Lambton Shores and really enjoy the scenery and fresh air! This is a well-kept and pet friendly trail too! So, if you love to explore bike trails with your dad, this is definitely worth the trip!
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If biking isn’t your thing, Pinery Provincial Park offers many hiking trails too! You can visit the Riverside Trail, the Cedar Trail, the Heritage Trail and many more! All 3 of these trails are wheelchair accessible too!
Visit Mono Cliffs Provincial Park
Orangeville, ON
Just north of the city, this hidden gem is slowly gaining popularity on IG! The Mono Cliffs Provincial Park trails take you through staircases that lay between the forest and rocky walls! This is more of a difficult hiking experience, so get ready to break out those new hiking boots! I promise you your adventure-seeking dad will love this place!
Plan A Beach Day To Crystal Beach
Fort Erie, ON
Crystal Beach is a family-friendly beach just off the shores of Lake Erie! The sand here is white and the water is clear, and everyone is guaranteed to have a great time! Prepare your favourite sandwiches, snacks and lots of water! Who says you can’t have a beach day this Father’s Day!
