Outdoors and Recreation
The natural landscapes in and around Orangeville offer scenic views and varied ways to enjoy the great outdoors. You can connect with nature by exploring our local trails and parks and by experiencing a range of four-season activities at Island Lake Conservation Area. Orangeville also makes an ideal base when you’re setting out for an adventure along one of the region’s many trail systems. Surround yourself with stunning scenery and fresh air.
The parks and trails of Orangeville
Enjoy beautiful scenery as you walk, bike, or hike the trails in Orangeville. More than 20 kilometres of multi-use trails meander through town, connecting you to the community, its neighbourhoods and its parks. There are over 35 parks located throughout Orangeville, each one with its own features.
Bravery Park is an open and reflective space, offering a unique way to honour our country’s soldiers and veterans. Nearby, the Indigenous Medicine Wheel Garden provides a sacred space for peace and reflection. You can cool down at the splash pads at Fendley Park and Harvey Curry Park or find a shady spot under trees at Kay Cee Gardens or Alexandra Park. View our trail map, our park locator, and our cycling map to plan outdoor exploration.
Take to the lake
Island Lake Conservation Area offers outdoor adventures all year round. Located on the northeast corner of Orangeville, Island Lake features a 182-hectare reservoir surrounded by wetland, forest, and meadow. A well-maintained trail system guides hikers and cyclists over boardwalks and through tree-lined paths.
In the summer, explore the waters by canoe or kayak or bait your hook at this popular fishing spot. Island Lake's waterfront amphitheatre also acts as a natural venue for many seasonal events like outdoor yoga and live theatre performances. In the winter, snowshoeing, skating, and ice fishing leave no time for hibernation.
Adventures around Orangeville
These nearby outdoor destinations create even more opportunities for recreational pursuits.
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Monora Park |
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Monora Park is a 16-hectare park featuring 18 kilometres of multi-use trails in an undisturbed natural landscape. As you hike, bike, or ski the trails you’ll be impressed with the natural beauty of the environment. Throughout the winter months, the Mono Nordic Ski Club maintains the trails for cross-country skiing. |
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The Bruce Trail |
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Hike the Bruce Trail through Dufferin County. The scenic route is Canada's longest footpath and covers over 850 kilometres. Crossing over meadows, along cliff tops, and through picturesque scenery, the Bruce Trail is a must for every hiking enthusiast. |
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Mono Cliffs Provincial Park |
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Spanning over 732-hectacres, Mono Cliffs Provincial Park offers excellent hiking and spectacular views. A variety of trails range from beginner to intermediate and guide you through old growth forests, between canyon walls and to the top of 30-metre cliffs. Mountain biking and horseback riding are also popular options. |
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Hockley Valley Provincial Nature Preserve |
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The 378-hectare Hockley Valley Provincial Nature Reserve features three loop trails and three side trails that take you through lush green spaces, over varied elevations and alongside the Nottawasaga River. Operating as a nature reserve, hiking is the only activity permitted on the trails. |
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Dufferin County Forest |
| The Dufferin County Forest offers 1,066-hectares of multi-use space ideal for hiking, mountain biking, cross-country skiing, and horseback riding. The area is divided into twelve tracts that span throughout Dufferin County with the picturesque trails being rated from beginner to intermediate. In the winter months, snowmobiling is permitted on select tracts. |
Stay active indoors
Orangeville is well-equipped to help you keep moving during your visit. Committed to an active lifestyle, the Town of Orangeville has two full-sized recreation centres. The Alder Recreation Centre is a modern facility with two ice pads and a pool. An indoor walking track features 10 mural installations displaying artwork created by local artists. At the Tony Rose Memorial Sports Centre, you'll find two ice pads and a banquet hall.
View the drop-in schedule to see what’s happening during your visit or stop by to see the facilities.