Please choose ONE of the following to submit your vote for 2024's Top Outdoor Attraction.
Treetop Trekking: For more than 15 years Treetop Trekking has been proud to offer fun and interactive forest adventures that offer guests the opportunity to push their physical and mental limits, and to achieve life changing personal growth. We offer a wide range of adventure activities for all ages and group types, and are pleased to introduce the public to the beauty of the natural world in exciting and memorable ways. www.treetoptrekking.com
Pirate Life Theatre: Join the crew aboard a 50-foot pirate ship! Sail the seven seas, fire the water cannons, and find hidden treasure with the scallywags at Pirate Life Theatre. Running for 6 months out of the year, you'll find daytime programming perfect for families with children of all ages, and evening programming for the adult pirates. After dark, adults can test their wit on an immersive escape game, or enjoy a concert cruise. There's an unforgettable experience for everyone at Pirate Life Theatre, now located in Toronto, Barrie, Hamilton, and Ottawa!!Pay what you can pricing makes the event accessible to all. Visit https://piratelife.ca/
Edgewalk at the CN Tower: EdgeWalk is the CN Tower’s most thrilling attraction, and the first of its kind in North America. It is the world’s highest full circle hands-free walk on a 5 ft (1.5 m) wide ledge encircling the top of the Tower’s main pod, located 116 storeys above Toronto cntower.ca/brave-the-edgewalk
Storybook Gardens: Open year-round, we offer new activities and adventures each season. Park features in the summer season include several outdoor play structures, five amusement rides, a large splash pad, sand and water play areas, outdoor performances, and scheduled events for the entire family to enjoy. The park also offers winter skating on the beautiful 250-metre outdoor skating trail. London.ca/storybookgardens
Hardwood Ski and Bike is a year-round resort offering a safe and fun space to play outside. From young families to top international athletes, we pride ourselves on having something for everyone. Cross Country Skiing, Mountain Biking, Trail Running, Snow Shoeing, Fat Biking and Hiking on our 500 acres will cater to your physical and mental health needs all year long. www.hardwoodskiandbike.ca
Wet n' Wild Toronto is dedicated to water park fun, featuring water slides and various attractions for guests of all ages. Thrill-seekers can experience one of the longest and tallest drop slides in Canada, while younger visitors can enjoy treehouse play structures, Bear Footin’ Bay and Wet’n’Wild Jr. The park also offers a variety of waterpark attractions where guests can cool off from the summer heat including Muskoka Soakah, the lazy river, Big Surf, a giant wave pool, and Coconut Cove for relaxing and laid back pool days. Wet‘n’Wild Toronto is a must-go experience for your summer destination list! www.wetnwildtoronto.com
Calypso Waterpark: Calypso Waterpark is the summertime place to be for children and thrill seekers alike! As the biggest theme waterpark in Canada, Calypso features a wide variety of attractions for people of all ages. It includes 35 water slides, 100 water games, play areas for young families, 2 theme rivers , 3 cabana/VIP zones and a great selection of restaurants. Calypso is also home to the largest wave pool in the country. With so much to do and see, a day at Calypso Waterpark is simply unforgettable! www.calypsopark.com
Whirlpool Jet Boat Tours: On this 45 minute fully-guided tour, guests will experience awe-inspiring scenery, the history of the Niagara Gorge, Niagara Falls & the War of 1812 and feel the rush of the Class V whitewater rapids. Get soaked on the Wet Jet or choose wet or dry seating on the Freedom Jet, and experience this whitewater playground like you never have before. whirlpooljet.com
Scandinave Spa Blue Mountain: Situated on a 25 acre natural forest with expansive views of the Niagara Escarpment, Scandinave Spa Blue Mountain is a relaxation destination nestled in the heart of nature. Experience the wellness benefits of the Thermal Journey experience including outdoor hot pools, cold plunges, saunas, a eucalyptus steam room, and relaxation areas. Massage treatments are also available and include access to the Thermal Baths experience.www.scandinave.com/blue-mountain
Big Splash is the area’s largest water park that offers days of fun and entertainment for kids of all ages. Spend the day in the heated wave pool, on one of our 9 huge water slides or in Spray N Play (our splash pad for kids). https://www.bingemans.com/bigsplash/
Discover the magic of Hereward Farms, a picturesque lavender farm nestled in the heart of Ontario. With over 6,000 lavender plants and 400,000 sunflowers spread across 150 serene acres, our farm offers more than just breathtaking views. Enjoy our “Pick Your Own Lavender” experience, explore our charming boutique, and join us for exciting events year-round. Visit us at herewardfarm.com to learn more.
Rounds Ranch: Saddle up and head on over to Rounds Ranch; your ultimate destination for family fun, offering a wild array of activities including cuddling critters at the petting zoo, riding a pony, or getting lost in the corn and straw mazes, there’s adventure at every turn. Bounce sky-high on the giant pillows, zip through the air on the ziplines, or dive into the bubble pit – with over 25 thrilling attractions, there’s something for everyone! And don’t miss out on the scenic tractor ride through the fields, where you can soak in the sights of the seasonal crops growing on the ranch. Giddy up and join the fun at Rounds Ranch. Visit us at: roundsranch.com
The Toronto Zoo: Connect with wildlife at a world-class zoo! Come see all that we do at Canada’s premier zoo, open 365 days a year! Connect with wildlife in one of the four indoor tropical pavilions and over 500 acres to explore, with over 3,000 animals. Visit the Guardians of the Rainforest, the majestic Sumatran orangutans, and their NEW state-of-the-art outdoor habitat and learn how YOU can help save orangutans and their homes by making better consumer choices. By reducing the use of unsustainable palm oil, YOU can be a Guardian of the Rainforest! The Toronto Zoo is one of the largest zoos in the world, committed to connecting people, animals and conservation science to fight extinction. Check out www.torontozoo.com.
African Lion Safari: Canada’s Original Safari Adventure!™, is home to over 1,000 exotic birds and animals that roam free in large Game Reserves. Get CLOSER than you ever imagined to majestic lions, graceful giraffe, a crash of rhino and many more animals from around the world! www.lionsafari.com.
OWL Rafting: Friendly and experienced staff, world-class whitewater, waterfront resort and delicious food. www.owlrafting.com
Splash Valley Waterpark & Resort offers Eastern Ontario's Largest Floating Water Playground, along with waterslides, paddleboats, zip lines, mini golf & a private beach. On site are various accommodation option including Rustic Kabins, Bunkies, Rental Trailers, Cedar Cabins, Deluxe Cabins, and 1 and 2 bedroom suites. Also on-site is a large RV Park & campground. www.splashvalley.ca
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Rail Yard Wake & Aqua Park: One of Ontario's largest Aqua Parks and Cable Wake Parks! Great fun for all ages. Food and drinks available including a licensed patio. therailyard.ca
Pumpkins After Dark is Canada's largest, award-winning, outdoor Halloween attraction. Featuring a 1 km walking path with 10,000+ hand-carved pumpkins, live carving demonstrations, costumed actors and our NEW medieval dungeon castle. https://pumpkinsafterdark.com
Terra Nova Nordic Spa & Cafe Inc. is an extraordinary countryside retreat that boasts a delightful blend of offerings, including a Nordic Spa, Massage Therapy, Yoga, and an extensive Spa Menu. Our mission is simple: to offer you a much-needed escape from the demands of everyday life. Our sanctuary is designed to provide an oasis of tranquility, leaving you utterly revitalized and invigorated after each visit. https://www.terranovanordic.ca
Kortright Centre for Conservation: Located 10 minutes north of Toronto, on 325 hectares of pristine woodlands, the Kortright Centre for Conservation combines a natural oasis with some of the most leading-edge sustainable and nature education programs and events in Canada.. www.kortright.org