10 Winter Hiking Spots in Southern Ontario

When living in or visiting Ontario, Canada in the winter, hiking is a must. There are so many amazing spots to go for a lovely winter hike in southern Ontario, but I’ve narrowed down my favourites. I hope you enjoy my list of 10 beautiful winter hiking spots in southern Ontario!

Tiffany Falls – Hamilton

Although Tiffany Falls in Hamilton has a very short hiking trail, you will be rewarded by an impressive frozen waterfall in the winter. It is one of my favourite winter spots.

Limberlost Forest – Huntsville

If you have the chance to explore Ontario’s Muskoka region in the winter, visiting Limberlost Forest in Huntsville is a must. For frozen waterfalls and boardwalks, take Buck Lake Trail. Take Solitaire Lake Trail for an epic winter view over the lake.

Rattlesnake Point Conservation Area – Milton

For lovely winter views over Halton, Ontario’s countryside, visit Rattlesnake Point Conservation Area in Milton.

Hilton Falls Conservation Area – Milton

Hilton Falls Conservation Area in Milton is a great winter hiking spot. There is a vast forest area to explore, a frozen reservoir, a waterfall, and mill ruins!

RBG Hendrie Valley Sanctuary – Burlington

The Royal Botanical Garden’s Hendrie Valley Sanctuary is a lovely spot to visit in the winter. The best part is that you can feed the birds (and chipmunks usually but they are hibernating in the winter).

Arrowhead Provincial Park – Huntsville

Another gorgeous winter hiking spot in Ontario’s Muskoka region is Arrowhead Provincial Park in Huntsville. Take the Stubb’s Falls Trail to see an epic waterfall. If you’re up for more of an adventure, you can skate on a trail through the forest!

Lions Valley Park – Oakville

Lions Valley Park in Oakville has a great trail system for winter hiking. My favourite trail runs along the Sixteen Mile Creek.

Kerncliffe Park – Burlington

Kerncliff Park has a lovely boardwalk area and great trails in the forest. Don’t miss the viewpoint overlooking Burlington and Lake Ontario!

Dundas Valley Conservation Area – Hamilton

Dundas Valley Conservation Area has a vast trail system and several beautiful waterfalls – it’s the perfect winter hiking spot!

Humber Bay Park – Toronto

Humber Bay Park has several great winter hiking trails along the waterfront. Don’t miss Sheldon Lookout for a lovely rest stop overlooking the Toronto skyline.

I hope you enjoyed my list of 10 winter hiking spots in southern Ontario!

To read my blog post, “6 Winter Hiking Spots in Muskoka, Ontario,” click here.

To read my blog post, “10 Great Hiking Spots in Southern Ontario,” click here.

To read my blog post, “10 Beautiful Hiking Trail Views in Southern Ontario,” click here.

To read my blog post, “5 Hidden Gem Hiking Spots in Southern Ontario,” click here.