For The Nature Lovers
Get outside and explore all the natural things Markham has to offer! Check out these places to fully immerse yourself in Markham’s natural environment.
TRAILS & PARKS
With dozens of trails and parks scattered across the city, you can find one just right for you and your family to explore. Grab your bike, your running shoes or a hiking stick and get exploring. Below are just some of the trails and parks found in Markham, let us know if we are missing your favourite! Check out these trails and parks on your next visit to Markham:
Berczy Park
Where: 447 The Bridle Walk, Markham, ON L6C 2X1
Bob Hunter Memorial Park
Where: 7277 14th Ave, Markham, ON L6B 1A8
German Mills Settlers Park
Where: 2001 John St, Markham, ON L3T 5W9
Markham Park
Where: Markham Road and, Steeles Ave E, Markham, ON L3S 3J9
Milne Dam Conservation Area
Where: 8251 McCowan Rd, Markham, ON L3P 3J3
Pomona Mills Park
Where: 244 Henderson Ave, Markham, ON
Rouge Valley – Forest Therapy Trail
Where: Tuclor Ln, Markham, ON L3P 3C6
Swan Lake Park
Where: 25 Swan Park Rd, Markham, ON L6E 1Z5
Toogood Pond
Where: 280 Main Street, Unionville, ON L3R 2H2
FARMS
Looking to taste some locally grown goodies, see some animals, or gaze upon beautiful flowers? Then visit a local Markham farm should be added to your list of things to do! Read We’ve Got the Dirt on Farms in Markham! (link the farm blog) to get the full details on the farms in Markham.
Carma Farms
Where: 11471 Ninth Line, Markham, ON L6B 1A8
Website: www.carmafarms.com
Instagram: @carmafarms
Reesor’s Farm Market
Where: 10825 Ninth Line, Markham, ON L6B 1A6
Website: www.reesors.ca
Instagram: @reesorsfarmmarket
Organics Family Farm
Where: 7550 19th Ave, Markham, ON L6B 1A8
Website: www.organicsfarm.ca
Instagram: @organicsfamilyfarm
Judy’s Tropical Garden
Where: 7297 Reesor Rd, Markham, ON L6B 1A8
Website: https://judystropicalgarden.com/
Instagram: @judystropicalgarden
Sunflower Fields of Markham
Where: 10378 Hwy 48, Markham, ON L3P 3J3
Website: https://sunflowerfieldsofmarkham.ca/
Instagram: @sunflowerfieldsofmarkham
GET WET
Cool off from the summer heat with dozens of splash pads to choose from! Each splash pad has different water elements to them, try them all and see which splash pad is your favourite.
Where: Various Locations
Website: https://www.markham.ca/wps/portal/home/recreation/parks-trails/splash-pads/
REACH NEW HEIGHTS
Looking for a unique activity to do to take in the whole landscape of Markham and the surrounding area? Then check out the iFly to TO scenic tours. They have a variety of different tours available, ranging from scenic tours to day excursions and more!
iFly to TO
Where: 2833 16th Ave, Markham ON, L3R 0P8
Website: www.iflytoto.com
Instagram: @flightescapesto
END THE DAY WITH A SUNSET
No body can deny that sunsets are beautiful, so why not end your day with a sunset in Markham? Visit one of these places; Toogood Pond, Reesor Pond, Downtown Markham, any golf course or discover your own favourite sunset spot and let us know!
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