Tips about London ON and the neighbourhood

Parks and Outdoor Activities

Fanshawe Conservation Area

A 3,000 acre conservation area was created when the Upper Thames River Conservation Authority (UTRCA) built Fanshawe Dam and Reservoir in 1950-52, to protect the City of London from flooding. This "outdoor playground," perched on the edge of London, offers camping (both seasonal and overnight), boating, canoe and kayak rentals, hiking, picnicking, mountain biking, bird watching, fishing, special events, and much more.

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Fanshawe Conservation Area

1424 Clarke Rd

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A 3,000 acre conservation area was created when the Upper Thames River Conservation Authority (UTRCA) built Fanshawe Dam and Reservoir in 1950-52, to protect the City of London from flooding. This "outdoor playground," perched on the edge of London, offers camping (both seasonal and overnight), boating, canoe and kayak rentals, hiking, picnicking, mountain biking, bird watching, fishing, special events, and much more.

Fanshawe Pioneer Village

Fanshawe Pioneer Village was created in 1959 and located in the Fanshawe Conservation Area, this excellent open-air museum uses hands-on activities and re-enactments to vividly portray the lives of those who settled in the area in the 1800s and into the 20th century. Highlights of a visit include the chance to explore four authentic communities from the pioneer days to the 1920s, featuring everything from a school to a church, as well as residential homes and farmsteads. Guides in period costumes are on hand to explain traditional crafts, such as weaving and printing, with plenty of opportunities for old and young alike to try their hand at these and a variety of other traditional disciplines. The village also hosts numerous events throughout the year. One of the most popular is their traditional Christmas Market, featuring seasonal crafts, foods, music, and fun. The Denfield General Store sells snacks and light meals such as sandwiches, along with souvenirs and gifts. Address: 1424 Clarke Road, London, Ontario Official site: www.fanshawepioneervillage.ca

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Fanshawe Pioneer Village

1424 Fanshawe Park Rd E

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Fanshawe Pioneer Village was created in 1959 and located in the Fanshawe Conservation Area, this excellent open-air museum uses hands-on activities and re-enactments to vividly portray the lives of those who settled in the area in the 1800s and into the 20th century. Highlights of a visit include the chance to explore four authentic communities from the pioneer days to the 1920s, featuring everything from a school to a church, as well as residential homes and farmsteads. Guides in period costumes are on hand to explain traditional crafts, such as weaving and printing, with plenty of opportunities for old and young alike to try their hand at these and a variety of other traditional disciplines. The village also hosts numerous events throughout the year. One of the most popular is their traditional Christmas Market, featuring seasonal crafts, foods, music, and fun. The Denfield General Store sells snacks and light meals such as sandwiches, along with souvenirs and gifts. Address: 1424 Clarke Road, London, Ontario Official site: www.fanshawepioneervillage.ca

Springbank Park

Springbank Park is not only the city's largest public space, but also the prettiest, with 30 kilometers of trails meandering gently through a mix of pleasant gardens and unspoiled wilderness. It's also the city's oldest park and has been a popular place of relaxation since the late 1800s. Some of the best paths closely follow the river, with plenty of benches offering places to sit and enjoy the views. For those with time on their hands, why not follow the well-marked trail network all the way to the city center? Although 10 kilometers away, you can make the whole trek without once having to face any vehicle traffic. Springbank Park is especially popular with families. In addition to its many play areas with swings and slides, it's also home to Storybook Gardens. This popular family attraction has been entertaining youngsters here since it opened in the 1950s. Address: 1085 Commissioners Road W, London, Ontario

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Springbank Park

1085 Commissioners Rd W

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Springbank Park is not only the city's largest public space, but also the prettiest, with 30 kilometers of trails meandering gently through a mix of pleasant gardens and unspoiled wilderness. It's also the city's oldest park and has been a popular place of relaxation since the late 1800s. Some of the best paths closely follow the river, with plenty of benches offering places to sit and enjoy the views. For those with time on their hands, why not follow the well-marked trail network all the way to the city center? Although 10 kilometers away, you can make the whole trek without once having to face any vehicle traffic. Springbank Park is especially popular with families. In addition to its many play areas with swings and slides, it's also home to Storybook Gardens. This popular family attraction has been entertaining youngsters here since it opened in the 1950s. Address: 1085 Commissioners Road W, London, Ontario

Parque Provincial Pinery

* A breathtakingly beautiful park with 10 km of sand beach on the shores of mighty Lake Huron. * Extremely rare and fragile Oak Savanna and Coastal Dune Ecosystems with extraordinary biodiversity – over 800 vascular plants, over 300 bird species. * Sunsets here are ranked by National Geographic as among the “Top 10 Best in the World”! * Excellent year-round outdoor recreation in 21 square kilometres of rare forests and rolling dunes. Enjoy 10 walking trails, a 14 km bike trail and 38 kms of groomed ski trails. * Rent a canoe, hydro bike, paddleboat or a single or double kayak to explore the Old Ausable Channel - a provincially significant wetland. * Pinery has some of the best cross-country skiing in Southwestern Ontario. The 38 kilometres of trails form a series of loops, providing a variety of challenges for beginner and advanced skiers alike.

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Parque Provincial Pinery

9526 Lakeshore Rd

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* A breathtakingly beautiful park with 10 km of sand beach on the shores of mighty Lake Huron. * Extremely rare and fragile Oak Savanna and Coastal Dune Ecosystems with extraordinary biodiversity – over 800 vascular plants, over 300 bird species. * Sunsets here are ranked by National Geographic as among the “Top 10 Best in the World”! * Excellent year-round outdoor recreation in 21 square kilometres of rare forests and rolling dunes. Enjoy 10 walking trails, a 14 km bike trail and 38 kms of groomed ski trails. * Rent a canoe, hydro bike, paddleboat or a single or double kayak to explore the Old Ausable Channel - a provincially significant wetland. * Pinery has some of the best cross-country skiing in Southwestern Ontario. The 38 kilometres of trails form a series of loops, providing a variety of challenges for beginner and advanced skiers alike.

Grand Bend Beach

Grand Bend has earned a reputation as one of Canada’s best beach towns. Grand Bend’s Main Beach is one of only 27 in Canada to have earned official Blue Flag status for its commitment to strict water quality and safety criteria. Join the crowds on the Main Beach or find a quieter experience on the South Beach. Grand Bend also features mats to make the beach more accessible to people using wheelchairs or strollers.

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Grand Bend Beach

Main Street West

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Grand Bend has earned a reputation as one of Canada’s best beach towns. Grand Bend’s Main Beach is one of only 27 in Canada to have earned official Blue Flag status for its commitment to strict water quality and safety criteria. Join the crowds on the Main Beach or find a quieter experience on the South Beach. Grand Bend also features mats to make the beach more accessible to people using wheelchairs or strollers.

Praia de Port Stanley

Great family beach. Usually busy in the summer. The town is a great place to wander.. nice restaurants from bar to fine dining and everything in between. Art galleries featuring local artists and theater.

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Praia de Port Stanley

162 William Street

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Great family beach. Usually busy in the summer. The town is a great place to wander.. nice restaurants from bar to fine dining and everything in between. Art galleries featuring local artists and theater.