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Pinery Provincial Park
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Spruce Lane farmhouse in Bronte Creek Provincial Park
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Killarney Provincial Park
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Bonnie's Pond trail bridge crossing in Silent Lake Provincial Park
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Presqu’ile Provincial Park
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Ever feel like you’ve wandered into the heart of a fairy tale? Ontario Parks aren’t just for summer fun. From snow-topped mountains to sparkling ice crystals, Ontario’s natural world is the perfect setting for winter romance.
And this list of our favourite spots is sure to make your heart flutter…
1) Lighthouse Lane in Presqu’ile Provincial Park
Stroll hand-in-hand along Lighthouse Lane, listening to the winter waves. There’s something magical about how the ice crystals twinkle along the shoreline. Snuggle up in the shade of the historic lighthouse and gaze out across the water.
BONUS: Presqu’ile’s Marsh Trail also boasts some picturesque spots (and its viewing towers are ideal spots to break out a thermos of the hot chocolate).
2) Bonnie’s Pond Trail bridge crossing in Silent Lake Provincial Park
Whether you’re snowshoeing through silent stands of beech trees, or seeking the perfect place to pop the question, the bridge crossing at Silent Lake has an indefinable air of romance.
3) Granite Ridge Trail in Killarney Provincial Park
Enjoy the Granite Ridge Trail as it winds through old fields and forests, and climbs to a spectacular view of the La Cloche Mountains. You and your sweetheart will adore the fairy-tale forest.
4) Beaver Pond Trail in Murphys Point Provincial Park
Snowshoe past the secluded home of an active beaver family, just a short distance from the Silver Queen Mine. You’ll fall in love watching the snow drift over the frozen wetland.
5) Cedar Trail in The Pinery Provincial Park
The Old Ausable Channel is breath-taking under a fresh dusting of snow. Linger on the lookout platform or stroll arm-in-arm, enjoying the crunch of your snowshoes or boots in the crisp winter air.
6) Spruce Lane Farmhouse and Ravine Trail in Bronte Creek Provincial Park
Located away from busier areas of the park, Spruce Lane Farmhouse sets the stage for old-time romance and makes our hearts dream of simpler times. Wander through the woods on the nearby Ravine Trail. As you pass under the maple trees, the world just seems to slow down.