Parks, Beaches & Trails
We care for our parks, natural areas and streetscapes to enhance the Township's image and provide recreational spaces for residents and visitors. Our duties generally include grass cutting and trimming, beach preparation, tree planting, tree pruning and removal, flowerbed maintenance and watering, litter control, and repairs to fencing and outbuildings.
June is Recreation and Parks Month
In Ontario, June was first proclaimed Recreation and Parks Month in 2005 to celebrate the benefits of recreation and parks throughout the province. The theme is "Live it Everyday". Everyone is encouraged to enjoy our parks and trails through an outdoor activity. We would like to hear about your activity or an event you may wish to organize to celebrate the Recreation and Parks Month.
E-mail the Recreation Office with your ideas to hseabrook@nexicom.net
Additional information is available at www.recandparksmonth.ca
Burritt Mann Memorial Park - 2048 Mud Road, Selwyn
This small park features a picnic area and playground, enjoyed by local residents and visitors. Playground
Cenotaph Park - Lakefield
Centrally located at the Memorial Hall, this is an ideal resting area while shopping or enjoying the Lakefield Millennium Trail. The flower gardens are provided and maintained by the Lakefield Horticultural Society.
Chemong Park - 722 Hatton Avenue, Bridgenorth
The park features several acres of tall pines overlooking Chemong Lake. There is a walking trail, a lookout, and historical information. Several improvements for this park are in progress including shoreline restoration, a new entrance, and interpretive signage.
Ennismore Waterfront Park - 1053 Ennis Road, Ennismore
Swimming Trails Picnic Pavilion
Covering over 50 acres on the shores of Chemong Lake, this park has a beach and a large picnic area with a pavilion. The Ennismore Heritage Trail (described below) is a main feature of this park Open May 15th to October 15th - 8am to 8:30pm. Trail parking available during daylight hours until November 15th
Ennismore Heritage Trail - 1053 Ennis Road in Ennismore Waterfront Park.
Completed as a Millennium Bureau of Canada Project, the Trail leads to the interior of this large and beautiful park. Interpretive information points guide you through a variety of natural settings and regional points of interest. Features include two boardwalk sections, an osprey viewing platform, and an interior picnic area with pavilion. Shade Shelter
Jones Beach - 908 Jones Beach Road, Bridgenorth
This beach provides a swimming & picnic area for those hot summer days. It is also the location of the children's swimming program run by the Chemung Lake District Lions Club. Swimming
Isabel Morris Park - 20 Concession Street, Lakefield
This Park is located adjacent to the Lakefield-Smith Arena and provides a view of the Lakefield waterfront and the Otonabee River. There is a pavilion, a picnic area and a playground. This park is the site of several community events including the Literary Festival and the Lakefield Jazz, Art & Craft Festival. Picnic Pavilion
Lakefield Beach & Playground - Hague Point, Lakefield
This large beach is a popular swimming spot for residents and visitors. It is also a great location to access the Lakefield Millennium Trail and enjoy a walk around Hague Point. The YMCA will operate a Summer Day Camp at this location. Swimming, Trail, Shade Shelter, Playground
Lakefield Millennium Trail - www.lakefieldtrail.ca
The scenic trail network encompasses both the natural setting and heritage of the Village. You may enter or leave the trail system from several access points. Covering 5.5 km the trail is ideal for walking or cycling. Of particular interest is the completed waterfront area on Water Street as part of this Millennium Bureau of Canada project. Shade Shelter, Historical and Interpretive Signs
Park Activity Guide
Trails, Paths, Lookouts
B.E.L. Rotary Bridgenorth Trail, Chemong Park, Chemung Lake District Lions Club Park, Ennismore Waterfront Park, Lakefield Millennium Trail System,
Swimming
Ennismore Waterfront Park, Jones Beach, Lakefield Beach
Playgrounds
Chemung Lake District Lions Club Park, Ennismore Recreation Complex, Lakefield Beach & Playground, Burritt Mann Memorial Park, Isabel Morris Park
Shade Shelters
Chemung Lake District Lions Club Park, Ennismore Waterfront Park, Lakefield Beach and Playground, Lakefield Millennium Trail, Isabel Morris Park
Trails, Paths, Lookouts
B.E.L. Rotary Bridgenorth Trail, Chemong Park, Chemung Lake District Lions Club Park, Ennismore Waterfront Park, Lakefield Millennium Trail System,
Swimming
Ennismore Waterfront Park, Jones Beach, Lakefield Beach
Playgrounds
Chemung Lake District Lions Club Park, Ennismore Recreation Complex, Lakefield Beach & Playground, Burritt Mann Memorial Park, Isabel Morris Park
Shade Shelters
Chemung Lake District Lions Club Park, Ennismore Waterfront Park, Lakefield Beach and Playground, Lakefield Millennium Trail, Isabel Morris Park
