Situated along Lake Ontario, Halton has over 25 kilometres of picturesque waterfront. Visit the Observatory and the recently revived Waterfront at Downtown Burlington
, take a stroll along Oakville's waterfront trail
or its many parks
, dock your boat at a local harbour, grab a bite to eat a quaint waterside restaurant, or just take a seat at a pier-side bench and enjoy the view!
In addition to the stunning Lake Ontario waterfront, Halton also has several lakes and natural water features to enjoy. Crawford Lake Conservation Area
features an elevated boardwalk surrounding a pristine lake atop the Niagara Escarpment. Kelso Conservation Area
includes a supervised swimming beach on a 35 hectare lake. Kelso provides boat rentals, a beach concession with snacks and outdoor products, volleyball courts, and a childrens' play area. Bronte Creek Provincial Park
is home to one of the largest man-made swimming pools in North America. It has a surface area of 1.8 acres. Hilton Falls Conservation Area
features a 10-metre waterfall that cascades over the Niagara Escarpment. The Falls viewing station allows visitors to enjoy this natural wonder all year round.
Halton has several recreational beaches at parks in Burlington, Acton, Milton and Oakville. Check Halton Beach Water Testing Results or call Halton Region at (905) 825-6000 for current information on beaches open for public swimming.
In Halton, The Waterfront Trail
weaves through and links Burlington's Royal Botanical Gardens, La Salle Park, Burlington Art Centre, Burlington Beach, Spencer Smith Park, and Oakville's Bronte Harbour Waterfront Park, Coronation Park, Oakville Harbour and Erchless Estate.
Halton's waterfronts and water features are destinations that offers visitors a place to discover, celebrate, play, and relax!
Visit your local Burlington
, Halton Hills
, Milton
and Oakville
sites for a complete list of waterfront attractions , events and activities.