Trails & Conservation Areas

Offering ample green space and access to nature, Durham Region is home to more than 350 kilometres of recreational trails.

Options for hiking and other outdoor activities include Darlington Provincial ParkDurham Regional ForestRouge National Urban Park, and many conservation areas across the 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.

Conservation Areas and Hiking Areas

Town of Ajax

Township of Brock

Municipality of Clarington

City of Oshawa

City of Pickering

Township of Scugog

Township of Uxbridge

Town of Whitby

  • Lynde Shores - 625 Halls Road South, Whitby (main entrance) and 1225 Victoria Street West, Whitby (South entrance)
  • Heber Down - 5000 Cochrane Street, Whitby (main entrance) and 500 Lyndebrook Road, Whitby (seasonal entrance May to October)

Municipal resources

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

Visit the following websites for complete lists of municipal parks and open spaces in which to relax or stay active which may include splash pads, skateparks, and other outdoor fun:

Waterfront Trail