York Region Nature Trails
Welcome to York Region!
York Region is located in the heart of the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) in Southern Ontario. The Region is comprised of nine area municipalities covering approximately 1,776 square kilometres, stretching from the City of Toronto in the south to Lake Simcoe and the Holland Marsh in the north, and bounded by Peel Region in the west and Durham Region in the east. The dominant physical features of the Region are Lake Simcoe and the Oak Ridges Moraine, an east-west rolling topography, including forested areas, wetlands, and kettle lakes covering 500 square kilometres. These features enhance the quality of life for the Region’s residents, provide abundant recreational opportunities, and are a basis for tourism in the Region.
York Region’s extensive network of trails and forests are among the Region’s most cherished attractions. Born of ancient routes used by First Nations, the trail network now extends throughout each of the nine cities and towns. Trail explorers can choose between paved urban trails or rugged forest paths. Hikers will be amazed at the diverse landscape, wildlife and vegetation waiting to be appreciated. Explore the Oak Ridges Moraine trail, kettle lakes, wetlands, forests and a variety of other points of interest.
You will find some of the best hiking and nature trails in Ontario right here in York Region.
Link to York Region website: https://www.york.ca/wps/portal/yorkhome/!ut/p/a1/04_Sj9CPykssy0xPLMnMz0vMAfGjzOKNjEzMPAydDbwMPPwtDDzdzANMXSw8DA28jYAKIoEKDHAARwNC-sP1o8BK8JjgpR-VnpOfBHZNpGNekrFFun5UUWpaalFqkV5pEVA4o6SkoNhK1UDVoLy8XC89Pz89J1UvOVHVAJuOjPziEv0IFIX6BbkRBrpRSZXljoqKAEtNyFU!/dl5/d5/L2dBISEvZ0FBIS9nQSEh/#.W5Al7vZFzx8
Nokiidaa Trail – Newmarket Section
NOKIIDAA TRAIL – NEWMARKET SECTION: 11.5 km The Tom Taylor Trail, named after a former mayor, is Newmarket’s portion of the Nokiidaa Trail System that extends through Aurora, Newmarket and East Gwillimbury. The trail follows the Holland River and connects with...Oak Ridges Corridor Conservation Reserve Trails
Oak Ridges Corridor Conservation Reserve Trails Oak Ridges Corridor Conservation Reserve is comprised of approximately 600 hectares of green space in the heart of the Oak Ridges Moraine. This area serves to protect the headwaters of the Humber and Rouge Rivers. With...Oak Ridges Trail – York Region Section
Oak Ridges Trail – York Region Section The Oak Ridges Trail is maintained, promoted and supported by the Oak Ridges Trail Association, a nonprofit organization started in 1991. The trail is 280 kilometres in length along the Oak Ridges Moraine, 103 kilometres of it...Pangman Springs Trail
Pangman Springs Trail A 100 hectare property on the Oak Ridges Moraine, Pangman Springs Conservation Area is an excellent example of a mature moraine ecosystem, including both wetlands and upland hardwood forests. While part of this property has been dedicated for use...Pefferlaw Conservation Area
Pefferlaw Conservation Area is a multiuse park in downtown Pefferlaw on the banks of the Pefferlaw River. A small historic display gives visitors a glimpse into what life was once like around the Pefferlaw Dam. We would also direct you to read our DISCLAIMER and...Phyllis Rawlinson Park trails
Phyllis Rawlinson Park trails Phyllis Rawlinson Park is Richmond Hill’s largest park on the Oak Ridges Moraine. The parkland was donated to the Town by Phyllis Rawlinson, a long-time resident of Richmond Hill, on the condition it be managed for conservation purposes....Rogers Reservoir Conservation Area Trail
Rogers Reservoir Conservation Area Trail Encounter great blue herons, American coots and sora rails at Rogers Reservoir Conservation Area. This 84 hectare site is a great place to watch nesting birds, cast a fishing line, and cycle along trails which are part of the...Rouge Valley Trail
The Rouge Valley Trail follows the Rouge River along Toogood Pond located in the heart of Unionville. Toogood Pond was named after Arthur Toogood who owned the pond prior to the City’s acquisition in 1980. The shady four kilometre trail around the pond was constructed...Sheppard’s Bush Conservation Area
Sheppard’s Bush Conservation Area is 26 hectares (65 acres) in size, and has over three kilometres of hiking trails, eleven soccer fields, two picnic pavilions and several historic buildings including a maple syrup evaporator hut and the Sheppard family house. Aside...