In St. Catharines, you can enjoy a wide variety of outdoor activities and locations that get you moving or simply relaxing and soaking up our diverse landscapes and scenery. Our great outdoors provide endless opportunities to get that much-needed fresh air during all four seasons.
Hiking, walking and running
Grab some hiking gear or your favourite running shoes and hit the paths in St. Catharines. Whether on our community's famous trails, provincial parks and conservation areas or at our local parks and green spaces, there is no shortage of opportunities for hiking, walking and running.
Trails
Discover St. Catharines' amazing trail networks. From our section of the 900-km Bruce Trail to the trails within Short Hills Provincial Park, Welland Canals Parkway Trail and the local pathways within the city, St. Catharines has the trail for you, no matter the length or difficulty.
Cycling
Learn how you can be a part of our great cycling community. Find everything you need to ride throughout the community and conquer our many cycling opportunities with St. Catharines Tourism.
Beaches and waterfront
Visit one of our sandy beaches, complete with amenities like public washrooms, parking, playgrounds, picnic areas, snack bars and more.
Boating and fishing
The Port Dalhousie Pier Marina is one of the premier and most popular marinas on the south shore of Lake Ontario. The harbour is the former entrance point to the famous first, second and third Welland Canals, which lead to both Lake Ontario and Lake Erie. Learn about our boat launches and exciting fishing opportunities where you can catch species such as rainbow trout, brown trout, chinook salmon, coho salmon and lake trout.
Kayaking, rowing and windsurfing
Discover the many opportunities for our on-the-water activities, such as kayaking, rowing and windsurfing.
Golfing
Our popular Garden City Golf Course is a par-60 18-hole executive course, featuring a licensed clubhouse and patio, putting and chipping greens and practice driving cages.
Parks, fields, courts and green spaces
Check out our many municipal parks, sports fields, basketball and tennis courts and open green spaces, perfect for a relaxing day with family and friends, organized and pick-up sports, picnicking or registered photoshoots and gatherings. Happy Rolph's Animal Farm provides endless entertainment and interaction with farm animals during certain times of the year. St. Catharines' 1,000 acres of lush parkland is the perfect setting for your relaxing getaway.
Outdoor pools
The City of St. Catharines offers three outdoor pools for residents and visitors to enjoy - the Port Dalhousie Pool, Lincoln Park Pool and Lion Dunc Schooley Pool. Grab your swimsuit, sunscreen and towel and take a refreshing dip!
Bird watching
Lots of diverse bird species call St. Catharines home and you can catch them at our parks, trails, conservation areas and Short Hills Provincial Park.
Skating
Lace up your skates and hit the ice with friends and family at one of our public ice rinks and arenas!