Living

Parks, Camping, Greenspaces

The City of Thunder Bay Parks Division maintains over 100 parks and more that 32 km of paved recreational trails. Many of our parks are large and offer diverse opportunities for fun and relaxation. City neighbourhoods boast many smaller parks and greenspaces, most with playground equipment. See below for a list of our feature parks.

CAMPING

Two of Thunder Bay's parks offer camping, for your mini-vacation just minutes from home!

Trowbridge Falls provides a peaceful family experience under tall spruce and aspen trees, alongside the gentle cascades of the Current River. Enjoy water play, pleasant walking trails and a spacious playground.

Chippewa Park features more open campsites and nearby supervised swimming at Sandy Beach. Take in the amusement rides, old-time carousel, wildlife park and stunning views of Lake Superior.

WATER PLAY AREAS

Visit our Pools, Splashpads & Beaches page for information on indoor and outdoor swimming and water play.

recreational trails

Our paved recreational trails guide you through both the urban and natural scenery of our City.

Recreational Trail Map Adobe PDF, 1 page, 2.05 MB

OUTDOOR RINKS

Visit our Outdoor Rinks page for information on supervised and unsupervised rinks and ponds in your neighbourhood.

DOG PARKS

Did you know that Thunder Bay has two official Off-leash Dog Areas? Your pooch will appreciate getting out for a run and meeting other dogs. Don't forget to stoop & scoop!

EVENT BOOKINGS

Many City Parks have areas that can be reserved for special events. Please call the Facility Booking Coordinator at 625-2941, Monday through Friday from 8:30 am -12:30 pm, or from 1:30 to 4:30 pm.

Interested in how the City's Parks Division manages urban trees? Download our:
Parks Division Guidelines and Specifications Adobe PDF, 78 pages, 1.21MB

our feature parks

	BOULEVARD LAKE PARKS 400 W. Lyon Blvd. surrounding Boulevard Lake - an extensive area of scenic parkland more picnic areas walking trails beaches mini-putt, boat rentals, disc golf Park History Exhibit

	centennial park Centennial Park Road, off Arundel Street west of Hodder Avenue - 147 acres of rolling, scenic parkland more picnic area and playground equipment hiking and nordic ski trails log museum exhibit and farm animals Muskeg Express mini-railway

	chippewa park 2465 City Road (take James Street south across the Kaministiquia River, turn left on City Road and proceed 7 km) - a lakeside recreational park with many features more camping and beach wildlife park amusement rides picnicking and playground equipment Park History Exhibit

	HILLCREST PARK Located on the east side of High Street between Red River Road & Oliver Road - enjoy the view! more accessible playground equipment Lake Superior Regiment memorial sunken gardens scenic view of city and Sleeping Giant

	international friendship gardens Victoria Avenue West, at the corner of Balmoral Avenue - scenic parkland featuring monuments from diverse ethnic groups more 18 international displays park benches paved walking trails two small man-made lakes flower gardens, shade trees

	kaministiquia river heritage park South end of Syndicate Avenue South, at the Kaministiquia River - a riverfront park more historic James Whalen tugboat on display docking facilities walking/cycling path (boardwalk) park benches

	paterson park Corner of Miles Street and May Street - an urban park for a break while shopping more Paterson Park Fountain annual Tree Lighting Ceremony park benches shade trees

	prince arthur's landing at marina park Foot of Red River Road - a large waterfront parkland complex with striking scenery and diverse facilities more marina splash pad / skating rink walking trails skateboard/BMX plaza summer concert series

	trowbridge falls 125 Copenhagen Rd., on the northwest outskirts of the city - a natural setting for camping, picnics and water play more camping walking trails playground equipment playing field

	vickers park South side of Arthur Street at Selkirk Street - a picturesque setting among tall shade trees more picnic tables & park benches under shady trees playground equipment level walking paths summer recreation programs Park History Exhibit

	waverley park Nestled between Red River Road, Algoma Street and Waverley Street - a nice spot for a walk more shade trees Cenotaph Hogarth Fountain park benches & picnic tables Park History Exhibit