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This season, find yourself outside enjoying the fresh air, exercise, and social connection. Here are 25 outdoor things to do with winter in Brampton. Bundle up, wear your masks and explore the city with friends and family.
Walk the Trail Around Professors Lake
During summer, Professors Lake is the spot for all sorts of summer water activities. But in winter, a hike around this artificial lake offers a snowy backdrop to your afternoon in nature and for spotting Canadian geese and wildlife.
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Lace-up at Chinguacousy Park Skating Trail
Designed in an irregular ‘canal’ shape, the outdoor skating trail at Chinguacousy Park is a fabulous place for a physically distant winter skate.
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Sled Down Major Oaks Park
With a variety of smaller and larger hills, Major Oaks Park is the ideal place for winter sledding. Bring the kids or grab a bunch of adult friends and hit the higher slopes for extra excitement.
Address: 410 and, Williams Pkwy, Brampton
Go for a Winter Stroll at Brampton Etobicoke Creek Trail
Known for having one of the longest walking trails, Brampton Etobicoke Creek Trail provides 20 kilometers of outdoor recreation, all year long. Behold a stunning winter wonderland while losing yourself in the beauty of nature.
Tour Outdoor Public Art
Downtown Brampton is home to many interesting sculptures and cultural sightings. Take a tour and explore the various monuments while learning about the historical significance of Brampton’s public art.
Play Winter Disc Golf In White Spruce Park
White Spruce Park offers a fantastic course for disc golf enthusiasts for those who enjoy this alternative to traditional golf. The expansive field has been cleared of bushes to make the game more fun and challenging for players. This sport is particularly enjoyable in the winter, as there is less emphasis on competition than in the summer months.
Address: 10302 Heart Lake Rd, Brampton
Winter Wonderland at Mount Chinguacousy
There is much fun to be had tubing down the hills or skiing and snowboarding at this 49-hectare park. Mount Chinguacousy is your destination for all things winter!
Address: 9050 Bramalea Rd, Brampton
Cross Country Ski in Albion Hills
Strap on your cross country skis and hit the trails around Albion Hills. Enjoy swishing through 26 kilometers of powdery snow, along various trails suited to every level.
Address: 16500 Peel Regional Rd 50, Caledon
Cost: Starts at $15.60 for one adult. Family rates available. Children under 3 are free.
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Let the Dogs Out
Just like you, your furry companions also need exercise and fresh air! Let your dog roam free at the fenced-in, off-leash dog park. Meet other dog lovers while your dog explores the open terrain.
Address: 1030 Williams Pkwy, Brampton
Outdoor Skating at the Flower City Community Campus
If you are looking for a more secluded skating spot, make reservations at the Flower City Community Campus. Its location away from the city’s central area makes this location less busy, offering more room to skaters on the ice. Be sure to bring your own pair of skates as rentals are not available.
Address: 8850 McLaughlin Road, Unit 1, Brampton
Take a Winter Walking Tour at Eldorado Park
This year, walking programs were created by the City of Brampton to help promote outdoor exercise and social connection. Try out this 45-minute, staff-led walking tour at Eldorado Park; the trails are great for families and persons of all fitness levels.
Address: 8520 Creditview Rd, Brampton
Build a Snowman in Joyce Archdekin Park
While Joyce Archdekin Park is best known for its Cherry Blossom trees in the summer, this expansive field is also an excellent winter outing spot. Go old school and build a snowman in the middle of the park. Or better yet, bring the whole gang and create a bunch of winter sculptures in the snow. Your ‘snow family’ will make a fun sight for other parkgoers to check out!
Address: Main St S, Brampton
Take a Winter Selfie Under a Gazebo
Feast your eyes on the festive lights that hang from the stunning gazebo at this ‘selfie stop’ in Gage Park.
Address: 45 Main St S, Brampton
Stroll Around Garden Square
While COVID restrictions have postponed in-person events, you can still take a tour around this charming, outdoor square. Check out the massive, virtual screens that are promoting upcoming, virtual offerings or grab a hot drink to go from one of the many restaurants in the area.
Address: Garden Square, 1 Theatre Lane, Brampton
Geocaching at Clairville Conversation Area
Geocaching is an outdoor treasure hunt activity that uses a unique GPS phone app. The concept is to track and find hidden waterproof containers known as ‘caches’ that sometimes hold logs, books or puzzles, or various items. It’s a fun activity that anyone can do, regardless of the season, as long as you have the app installed. Try hunting for treasures among the 843 acres of forest that make up the Clairville Conversation Park.
Address: 8180 Regional Road 50 Brampton
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Glide around the outdoor rink
Grab your skates (and your mask!) and hit the outdoor rink at Gore Meadows Recreation Center. There are public washrooms and benches available. Please note that reservations are required and that skating is weather-dependent.
Address: 10150 The Gore Rd, Brampton,
Join a Winter Run Club
Fill your lungs with fresh air and enjoy a brisk jog outdoors. Join an outdoor, run club whose members congregate at Jim Archdekin Recreation Centre. This activity welcomes all fitness levels; be sure to register online in advance.
Address: 292 Conestoga Dr, Brampton
Hit the Outdoor Fitness Equipment in Sandalwood Park
Created in 2018, Sandalwood Park provides 100 acres of green space to nearby residents. Over 500 trees have been planted in the area, and this pretty spot includes a nature pond and playground equipment. Switch up your exercise routine and explore the park’s fitness equipment. Or take a casual stroll around the circumference while taking in the brisk, winter weather.
Address: 95 Sandalwood Pkwy E, Brampton
Slide Down Centennial Park
This short, 20-minute drive just outside of Brampton will lead you to rolling hills of Centennial Park. This formation is both steep and wide enough to accommodate multiple tobogganers safely, while still providing outdoor winter thrills.
Address: 45 Centre St S, Brampton
Winter Skating Trail at Gage Park
Coast through trees and pathways along the skating trails of Gage Park. Be sure to check the website to make a reservation and bring your mask. Or enjoy free drop-in skating from 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm Monday-Sunday.
Address: 45 Main St S, Brampton
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Check out murals along Vivian Lane
In 2015, Downtown Brampton collaborated with visual artist Norbert Augustine to create bicycle-themed, 7 feet X 7 feet murals along Vivian Lane. Take a walk and explore these colorful creations; don’t forget your camera!
Address: 35 Vivian Lane, Brampton
Stroll around Mount Pleasant Village
While many businesses face COVID restrictions, you can still support your local community by exploring the area’s architecture and independent companies. Snap photos of your favorite places and share them on social media. Or grab hot drinks or food items to go from restaurants that are offering take-out.
Outdoor Winter Recreation in Morris Kerbel Park
Morris Kerbel Park is home to the Jim Archdekin Recreation Centre and offers outdoor activities such as skating, walking, and winter jogging. Or enjoy a leisurely afternoon, playing in the snow with family and friends. Get a dose of fresh air without traveling outside of the city.
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Go Ice skating at Earnscliff Park
Earnscliff Park welcomes ice skaters of all levels. While masks are still mandatory during COVID-19, public washrooms are open, and there are benches available for patrons to lace up their skates. While reservations are required to maintain proper capacity, the outdoor public rink does not require a fee.
Address: 44 Eastbourne Dr, Brampton
Cost: Free
Discover Esker Lake Trail
Find yourself in the heart of nature along the trails of Esker Lake. This beautiful, green space is also home to many kinds of wildlife. As a bonus, check out the mural painted on the Franceschini Bridge, which connects pedestrians from Highway 410. The terrain is varied, offering exercise and scenic views for all who visit.
Address: Esker Lake Trail, Brampton
Ice skate at Valleybrook Park
This newly built, synthetic ice rink welcomes skaters of all levels Monday to Sunday from 12 pm-10 pm. Reservations are required and there are benches around for sitting and tying up skates. However, please note that public washrooms are not available at this time.
Address: 361 Centre St N, Brampton
Behold the Tranquility of Bloore Pond
In the summer, Bloore Pond is great for spotting Canadian geese and wildlife. But in the winter, a hike to this frozen pond offers peaceful serenity and a beautiful, snowy backdrop to your afternoon in nature. If you are a fan of meditation or just enjoy quiet contemplation while outside, Bloore Pond is a magical spot.
