Trails and Conservation Areas

Trails

More than 350 kilometres of recreational trails weave throughout Durham Region.

From the Great Lakes Waterfront Trail to the rolling hills of the Oak Ridges Moraine, Durham’s trails offer beautiful landscapes and fabulous four-season recreational opportunities.

Interactive trails map and Durham Trails Guide

Explore our interactive trails map, download the Durham Trails Guide or order a printed copy of the guide.

Municipal resources

Visit the following websites for municipal trail information:

• Town of Ajax
• Township of Brock
• Municipality of Clarington
• City of Oshawa 
• City of Pickering 
• Township of Scugog 
• Township of Uxbridge
• Town of Whitby 

Conservation areas

Conservation authorities in Durham host more than 300 kilometres of trails. Visit websites for more information:

• Central Lake Ontario Conservation Authority (CLOCA)
• Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority (GRCA)
• Kawartha Conservation
• Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority - Beaver River Wetland
• Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority - Beaverton Dam
• Toronto and Region Conservation Parks and Recreation (TRCA)

Other trail resources

For more trails maps, amenities, recreational use suggestions, itineraries and more, visit the following websites:

• Waterfront Regeneration Trust – Great Lakes Waterfront Trail
• Greenbelt Foundation
• Green Durham
• Township of Uxbridge
• Ontario Trails Council

Parks

Visit the following websites for complete lists of municipal parks and open spaces in which to relax or stay active:

• Town of Ajax
• Township of Brock 
• Municipality of Clarington 
• City of Oshawa
• City of Pickering 
• Township of Scugog 
• Township of Uxbridge 
• Town of Whitby