Waterloo Region Nature Trails
Welcome to Waterloo Region!
Waterloo Region is a mid-sized community located in the heart of southwestern Ontario's greenbelt. We have all the amenities of a large urban centre while still maintaining the charm and character of a smaller rural community.
Each of our three cities offers its own unique attractions.
Cambridge has a rich cultural history reflected in the picturesque limestone buildings lining the Grand and Speed Rivers. It offers live theatre, museums and Canada's longest continually operating farmers' market. Explore more than 365 hectares of parkland or venture along the Grand by canoe or on the Cambridge to Paris Rail Trail.
Kitchener, the Region's largest city, is a hub of urban activity. With a history of industry and working together, entrepreneurship is in its very roots. Small businesses and start-ups make up a large portion of the workforce helping to drive the culture of innovation. Immerse yourself in the many large outdoor festivals and special events downtown throughout the year, learn to ski at Chicopee, or take in a show or sporting event at one of several major venues.
Waterloo is home to two of the highest-ranked universities in the country and attracts some of the best and brightest talent from around the world. Think tanks like the Perimeter Institute of Theoretical Physics, Centre for International Governance Innovation and the Mike and Ophelia Lazaridis Quantum Nano Centre are helping to translate great ideas into some of the most successful and innovative businesses in the country. Uptown Waterloo is a thriving urban centre with award-winning architecture, unique shops and fantastic restaurants.
Our peaceful rural landscape, comprising the townships of North Dumfries, Wellesley, Wilmot and Woolwich, is dotted with many distinct towns and historic communities as well as farms offering homemade sausages, maple syrup, apple butter, cheese and Mennonite furniture and quilts.
With a population of more than 530,000 people, Waterloo Region is one of the fastest growing areas in Ontario. But it remains a community of communities, connected by high-quality transit, cycling and walking trails and the scenic Grand River.
You will find some of the best hiking and nature trails in Ontario right here in Waterloo Region.
For more information please visit: https://www.regionofwaterloo.ca/en/index.aspx#section1
Baden Hills
Baden Hills Located at 2733 Sandhills Road just outside of Baden you will find close to 1km of accessible trails looping through fields and forest and close to 2km of moderate to difficult hiking trails leading to the summit of one of Baden’s hills. Please note that...BANNISTER LAKE NATURE RESERVE
The Bannister and Wrigley Lake area consists of two small lakes (50 hectares) with well-developed aquatic, marsh, willow-dogwood thickets and nearby deciduous forest communities. They collectively provide diverse for migratory and breeding birds, especially waterfowl...BECHTEL PARK TRAILS
The Bechtel Park Trail offers 3.2 kilometres (1.9 miles) of walking, hiking and cross-country skiing trails. This peaceful location has many trees that provide shade, and there is a leash-free dog zone and parking nearby. Please do not cycle in the woodlot. We would...Beckdale Farms Trails
Beckdale Farms Trails On lands generously donated to the Township of Wilmot by the Schmidt Estate, as well as Stremma Developments, this 2.0 km stone dust multi-use trail links Waterloo-Oxford DSS, Sir Adam Beck PS, and Brenneman Drive to Nafziger Road approximately...BLAIR TRAIL
Located at the start of the Grand Trunk Trail at the TCT (Trans Canada Trail) trailhead pavilion and parking lot. Carefully cross traffic circle to enter the 0.5km Blair Trail. Historic mill and stream nearby. We would also direct you to read our DISCLAIMER and...BOB McMULLEN LINEAR TRAIL
The Bob McMullen Linear Trail is a 3.2 km long stone dust trail located in the Preston area of Cambridge. The trail travels from Hamilton Street to the Preston Auditorium, along the Grand and Speed Rivers. This is also a great trail for bird watching.You may also see...CAMBRIDGE TO PARIS TRAIL
The 18 kilometre (11 mile) trail follows the Grand River through lush Carolinian forest with spectacular river overlooks. The trail is level, finished with fine gravel and provides an easy path for cyclists and hikers. The trail follows the old roadbed of the Lake...CHRISTNER TRAIL
The Christner Trail extends between Hostetler Road and Christner Road in New Hamburg. The trail is a stone dust path winding through an old tree line and farm lane. The trail is presently 0.5km in one direction. The trail begins on Hostetler Road between #215 &...DEVIL’S CREEK TRAIL
The Devil’s Creek Trail is 1.6 km long and runs through sensitive wetlands. It is the ideal hike for those who love nature. We have recently made improvements to this trail, including a boardwalk and several signs along the path. Parking is available on both...