Port Whitby - Waterfront Trail
City: OshawaLength: 7.6 kmRegion: York, Durham and Hills of Headwaters
Second Marsh Wildlife
Overview
Combined with adjacent areas, McLaughlin Bay Wildlife Reserve (owned by General Motors of Canada Limited) and Darlington Provincial Park, Second Marsh provides access to nearly 400 hectares of accessible waterfront open space.
Through its extensive trail system, Second Marsh offers many recreational activities, including access to the Lake Ontario Waterfront Trail and Greenway. Throughout the area, self-guided walks are enhanced by a well-maintained trail system, way-finding signs, viewing decks and interpretive signs. The 2 storey viewing tower pictured here was donated by Westmount Kiwanis.
The urban location of the Second Marsh Wildlife Area makes it easily accessible to...
Featured attractions
Oshawa Museum
Located in Oshawa's beautiful Lakeview Park the Oshawa Museum is one of the few remaining heritage districts and Oshawa's only community museum, the four buildings that comprise the Museum are ideally situated to tell the story of Oshawa from its earliest native occupation to present times. The museum consists of three historic homes that stand on their original foundations and a drive shed. Enjoy the connecting trails that can help you explore Oshawa's cycle trail system and views.
La Quinta Hotel Downtown Oshawa
The brand new La Quinta Hotel Downtown Oshawa hotel is conveniently located in the heart of Oshawa, Ontario, just steps away from the General Motors Centre and the UOIT Downtown campus. Effortless access to a variety of fascinating shops, boutiques, dining and entertainment makes this Ontario hotel an ideal lodging option with meeting spac for travelers. Other popular destinations near our Oshawa hotel include the RS McLaughlin Parkwood National Historic site, the Durham Regional Courthouse
Oshawa Little Theatre
Oshawa Little Theatre is a not-for-profit/charitable organization providing high quality theatre entertainment to the Durham Region since 1928. Producing 4 mainstage productions each year as well as our Youth Group production there is something for everyone at Oshawa Little Theatre.
Harmony Creek Golf Club, Mini Putt
Bring the kids and try our unique Mini Putt golf course. Its right at the front of our 18 hole golf course. Harmony Creek is an executive, yet challenging course that is open to the public. You'll experience a great workout for your irons as you navigate our 18 superbly crafted holes. All holes require you to deal with water, sand or both, so danger is always lurking if you are off target from the tee. Our course features ponds, creeks, bridges, mature trees, sandtraps and a putting green. You'll admire the view when you experience the game!
Ontario Regiment Museum
Durham Region's Best Kept Military Secret! The largest collection of operational historic military vehicles in Canada. Displays on the history of the Ontario Regiment from 1866 to present. Artifacts of Col R.S.McLaughlin. Tours are available. Please call the museum to confirm hours. TANK SAYURDAYS, Visit the Museum on the second Saturday of each month from May through October 11th, 2014 to see live demonstrations of the Museum's operational historic armoured fighting vehicles from Canada and its Allied Forces.
Anderson House B&B
Just five minutes north of Durham College and UOIT, located in the quaint Village of Columbus, (centrally located between downtown Oshawa and downtown Port Perry), this lovely B&B specializes in memorable group events such as scrapbooking , and especially pre-wedding packages, including bridal pre-slumbers, with a unique vintage bridal dressing area for wedding photography! Flower gardens, porch gazebo, pond, and fabulous holiday decor make this perfect location
Cocoa & Joe
We provide a unique and popular selection of gluten-free and vegan baked goods. We also offer freshly made organic juices and smoothies, such as a wild blueberries, beet root, and ginger root juice. We feature delicious lattés, coffees and teas. Our space has been transformed to accommodate live music nights and showcases a rotation of works by local artists. Drop by and enjoy.
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