Top autumn maple viewing destinations around Toronto: Three recommended attractions not to be missed
Autumn has officially begun, and Thanksgiving is also approaching. People who want to go out and enjoy the autumn scenery and maple leaves this year can plan their routes in advance to see which attractions are worth exploring. There are some places worth visiting around Toronto, which takes less than two hours by car.
Cheltenham Badlands
Cheltenham Badlands, located in Caledon, is the perfect one-day destination for exploring the Ontario Geoscience Natural and Scientific Value Area (ANSI).
People can walk along the wooden boardwalk and admire the brick red wasteland. A 60 meter long boardwalk and observation deck connect to the 0.32-kilometer Cheltenham Badlands Trail.
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If you want to walk more, you can walk through the 1.33-kilometer-long Bruce Trail in the forest. The region boasts incredible autumn colors, with brick red wastelands set against the golden hues of autumn, providing you with an excellent experience.
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Location: 1739 Olde Base Line Road, Caledon (estimated to take 1 hour by car from downtown Toronto)
Opening hours: May 21st to November 20th, 2024 (closed during winter time)
Cost: The parking fee for each vehicle is 10 to 20 Canadian dollars (requires logging into the parkpass website to make a reservation)
Triple Crown Fall Colours Cruises
In the pleasant autumn, taking a cruise to enjoy the scenery is also a good choice.
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You can come to the pier here, board the 'Island Princess', explore the beautiful Trent Severn Waterway, and discover the incredible beauty of the Kawarthas region.
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This 3-hour cruise will depart from Little Lake, head north, pass through the world's tallest hydraulic lift gate, and arrive at Trent University.
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Location: 92 George St N, Peterborough (approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes by car from downtown Toronto)
Cost: The regular cruise ship costs between 15.50 and 35 Canadian dollars; The cost of Triple Crown Fall Colours Cruises cruise is CAD 46.50 (ticket information can be viewed on liftdockcruisers. com website)
Spencer Gorge Conservation Area
In autumn, besides Algonquin Park, one of the most popular tourist attractions in Ontario may be the Spencer Gorge Conservation Area. This beautiful area is home to the famous Dundas Peak, offering views of cliffs, Dundas, and Hamilton, as well as two magnificent waterfalls: Tew Falls and Webster Falls.
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Tourists must book limited time tickets to visit these attractions. For Dundas Peak and Tew Falls, you can book a two-hour hiking experience (1.8-kilometer circular trail system) ticket that will take you on a spectacular view of the waterfalls, hiking along the Niagara Escarpment cliffs to Dundas Peak.
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To enjoy Webster Falls waterfall, visitors need to book another ticket. Your two-hour experience includes hiking along a trail that will take you to Hamilton's most iconic waterfall.
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Location: Dundas Peak/New Falls Location: Parking is located at 581 Harvest Road, Dundas (approximately 1 hour and 8 minutes by car from downtown Toronto); Webster Falls Waterfall attractions: Greensville Optimist Park, 277 Brock Road, Dundas (estimated 1 hour and 15 minutes by car from downtown Toronto)
Cost: CAD 5 to CAD 16 (reservation requires logging into the website ConservationHamilton, starting from September 28th)
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https://www.todocanada.ca/25-fall-day-trips-from-toronto/