Summer things to do at Parks Canada

Expand your summer bucket list by trying these activities. Explore magical beaches, connect with nature on a hike, or find the perfect bike path for you. Let the fun begin and splash into summer!

Des kayakistes dans des kayaks de toutes les couleurs sont entassés dans une écluse historique.

Events at Parks Canada

Join in on workshops, festivals, concerts, and more.

Find an event near you

Stay overnight

Learn what camping types and overnight accommodations are available, how to reserve a campsite, and what services and amenities are offered at which campground.

Plan your next camping trip

Hiking

Explore some of the most beautiful trails in Canada with everything from family-friendly hikes, accessible trails, and multi-day backcountry trips.

Discover where to hike

Paddling

Discover the best spots for canoeing, kayaking, stand-up paddle boarding, rafting, river canoeing, and canoe camping.

Find your destination

Biking

Whether you love road biking, mountain biking, fat biking, or gravel biking… you’re sure to find the perfect bike path for you at Parks Canada!

Find places to bike

Beaches

Welcome to summer and magical beach days at Parks Canada destinations. Golden beaches, turquoise waves and sun-warmed waters await.

Visit a beach near you

Golfing

Enjoy a round of golf surrounded by natural beauty in a national park!

Find places to golf

Beautiful gardens

Admire world-famous flower gardens, learn the importance of pollinators, watch costumed guides tend to their crops and discover the purpose of medicinal plants.

Explore a garden near you

Enjoy the best of all seasons

Ready to start planning for another season? Check out our suggestions to keep the fun going all year long.

Parks Canada Shop

Get ready for picnic season with the best reusable products.

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