It’s officially peak viewing season for fall colours in Ontario. If you’re looking for the best spots to enjoy and embrace the changing colours in our province, we’ve got just the thing! Park days are great, and they’re even better when they have boardwalks to explore.

Elevate your trail experience on one of these scenic boardwalks in Ontario. We’ve put together a little list to help get you started.

Scenic fall boardwalks

Bell Park Boardwalk

Did you know that Bell Park is Sudbury’s largest urban waterfront park? It’s a favourite amongst residents and a beautiful natural landscape for all to enjoy.

It’s home to a 2 km boardwalk along the beautiful shores of Lake Ramsey.

Where: Bell Park, Paris Street, Greater Sudbury, Ont.

Glen Stewart Park Trail

This forested boardwalk trail feels like the ultimate escape from the busy city, despite it being located in the Beaches. The trail is the perfect spot for a short but scenic stroll on a crisp fall morning.

Get a cup of coffee or tea on the way and take your time wandering up and down the steps of this picturesque nature trail.

Where: 351 Glen Manor Dr.

Hunters Bay Trail Floating Boardwalk

If you find yourself in Ontario’s Muskoka region this fall season, check out Hunters Bay Trail for a long and leisurely hike through a boardwalk that looks as if it’s floating on top of the water. It’s a magical experience, especially thanks to the surrounding sights.

Located right in Huntsville, this is said to be one of the most amazing hikes in the whole area. Per Muskoka Tourism, the Hunters Bay Trail is a walking, running and cycling trail that spans 4.6 km in length.

Where: Main Street West (off Highway 11), Huntsville, Ont.

Hardy Lake Provincial Park

We haven’t strolled on a boardwalk that we didn’t like, but this one might be Ontario’s best. Hardy Lake Provincial Park is one of the quieter hiking spots in the Muskoka region, with a wooden walkway to take in your surroundings.

There are no visitor facilities or amenities at Hardy Lake, according to Ontario Parks. Nonetheless, the fascinating geological history makes it a destination worth visiting.

Where: Highway 169, Torrance, Ont. (19 km west of Gravenhurst)

Kelso Conservation Area

For a fall hiking adventure, head out to the boardwalk, where you can stroll along the perimeter of the lake with amazing views all around you.

The park’s hilly escarpment terrain is flooded with fiery reds and oranges of fall.

The park has a multitude of trails along the escarpment and through Kelso’s old-growth forest, where you can also enjoy these sights.

Where: 5234 Kelso Rd., Milton

Providence Bay Boardwalk

This lovely walk is located on the southern shores of Manitoulin Island.

“Spanning the Mindemoya River and running for a considerable length of the Providence Bay Beach crossing dunes with elevated platforms, this wheelchair-accessible boardwalk is worth a stroll,” shares the Municipality of Central Manitoulin.

Where: Mutchmor Street, Central Manitoulin, Ont.

Sault Ste. Marie Waterfront Walkway

Walk along the Sault Ste. Marie Waterfront Walkway, which stretches over 2.5 km. It trails alongside the St. Marys River, between Canal Drive and the Art Gallery of Algoma in the downtown area.

According to Destination Ontario, you can watch “marine traffic navigate locks along the river and take in views of the International Bridge, Whitefish Island, and even the U.S. shoreline in Michigan State.”

Where: 5V4 Hub Trail, St. Marys River, Sault Ste. Marie, Ont.

Explore the wonderful hues of fall before it’s too late.

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