Parks

Allanburg Community Park is a charming neighbourhood park located on Falls Street, directly across from the Allanburg Community Centre. The park features a playground structure, monkey bars, and a swing set, with benches placed around the play area for parents and caregivers to relax while watching their children.

Visitors can also enjoy a single-lane bocce court—just remember to bring your own bocce ball set.

The park is easily accessible from Highway 20, with ample on-street parking available, as well as additional parking at the Community Centre. Cyclists looking for a scenic route can access the park via the Welland Canal Parkway Trail, crossing the lift bridge before turning onto Centre Street.

The Battle of Beaverdams Park is a 10-acre passive community park located in the heart of downtown Thorold. With mature trees, a swing set, and plenty of benches, the park offers a welcoming space for families to relax and enjoy the outdoors. Walking paths connect Ormond and Towpath Streets with Sullivan Avenue at the north end of the park, providing quick and convenient access to the downtown core. Washrooms are available at the back of the bandshell and are opened during special events and private rentals. Two large concrete pads are positioned within the park, ideal for food service areas, tables, or information booths. Parking is available in the lot at the south end of the park off Ormond Street.

The park is also home to Thorold’s Millennium Cairn and features several historical plaques, including one honouring Thorold’s Founding Father, who is buried at Lakeview Cemetery. At one time, the Welland Canal flowed through the centre of the park—its remnants are still visible today in front of the bandshell. Throughout the year, this historic park hosts a wide variety of community events, such as the popular Thorold Community Market, and the City’s Canada Day celebrations.

The City’s bandshell, located within the park, serves as an excellent stage for outdoor concerts, complete with bench seating on the hillside. The Thorold Reed Band performs its free summer concert series at the bandshell on select Wednesdays. Bring a lawn chair or blanket for the best seat in the shade, or arrive early, as the benches across from the bandshell fill up quickly. Before the concert, enjoy the Thorold Community Market, which offers fresh produce, flowers, and baked goods from local farmers. Local food trucks provide dinner options, and each week features local wineries and breweries in the market’s licensed area.

Beaverdams Village Park is a charming 4-acre sports park located at the end of Kaye Avenue in Beaverdams Village. The park features a practice baseball diamond, a half-court basketball court, playground equipment, and a swing set—making it an ideal spot for an afternoon of fun with neighbourhood kids or a relaxing family picnic.

Directions on Google Maps:

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C.E. Grose Park, located on McMann Drive, is home to Thorold’s premier full-sized, lighted soccer pitch. The park features a permanent change room and washroom facility, which also serves as the home of the Thorold Soccer Club. This 4-acre community space also includes two well-maintained bocce courts, playground equipment, and a swing set for children to enjoy.

Directions on Google Maps:

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DeCew House Heritage Park is a beautiful passive park located on DeCew Road, along the shores of Lakes Moodie and Gibson. This historic 6.5-acre park is home to the remains of the DeCew House, the final destination of Laura Secord’s famous journey during the War of 1812.

The park provides easy access to the Bruce Trail and Trans-Canada Trail, making it a popular starting point for hikers and mountain bikers exploring the Niagara Escarpment. Large, mature trees offer ample shade, creating a peaceful setting for family picnics. Its scenic beauty also makes DeCew House Heritage Park a sought-after location for weddings and wedding photography.

Hansler Heights Park located off Merrit Road near Seaway Mall. It offers walking pathways, a playground and parking lot.

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Hutt Park is a beautiful 9-acre passive park located between McDonagh Crescent and Forster Avenue. At its centre stands a majestic oak tree, surrounded by a concrete pathway that’s perfect for a leisurely walk or bike ride. Dotted with mature trees that provide plenty of shade, Hutt Park is an ideal spot for an afternoon picnic or a relaxing time outdoors with friends.

Jaycee Centennial Park, located on Towpath Street in downtown Thorold, is a serene one-acre passive park. It offers a peaceful spot to enjoy lunch in the sunshine, relax on a bench, or practice yoga amidst a quiet, green setting.

Martin Street Park is a two-acre community sports park frequently used by the Thorold Legion Minor Baseball for games, and it’s also available for public use when games are not scheduled. Reservations can be made through the City’s online booking portal. In addition to the baseball diamond, the park features a playground structure, monkey bars, and a swing set, providing a perfect spot for an afternoon of fun. The park is bordered by Martin Street to the east and Queen Street to the west.

McAdam Park is a spacious 10-acre community sports park located off Ontario Street in Thorold South. A large pavilion at the park’s entrance provides ample shade on sunny days, making it a great spot to relax. The splash pad, operating from mid-June to Labour Day weekend, is perfect for cooling off during the summer. McAdam Park is also home to the City’s skate park, complete with ramps, rails, and stairs. The City of Thorold strongly recommends that all skate park participants wear appropriate personal protective equipment.

For those who enjoy basketball or baseball, McAdam Park has you covered. A full-sized basketball court is ready for pick-up games, while a baseball diamond hosts recreational play. Younger children can enjoy two large playground structures and three sets of swings, offering plenty of opportunities for outdoor fun. Conveniently located within walking distance of many homes, McAdam Park is an ideal spot for an afternoon of family recreation.

McMillan Park #1 is home to Thorold’s premier baseball diamond and a key sports hub in the community. This four-acre park is located at the corner of Carleton Street North and Regent Street and features a fully lit baseball diamond complete with washrooms, change rooms, a batting cage, dugouts, and a concession stand. The washrooms and concession stand are open whenever the park is booked for games or tournaments.

A scoreboard in centre field keeps track of the action as fans cheer on their favourite players from the sidelines. Thorold Legion Minor Baseball, several men’s teams, and Thorold Secondary School’s Golden Eagles all use McMillan Park #1 for games and tournaments throughout the summer and school year. The park is also equipped with portable football uprights and extra padding around the light standards, making it a great venue for local high school football games.

McMillan Park #2 is a two-acre sports park located just north of McMillan Park #1. The park features a large, open grassy area, perfect for sports practice or for children to run and play. Benches surrounding the splash pad provide a convenient spot to relax, enjoy a snack, or hang your towel while cooling off in the water. A small parking lot is available on-site for visitors.

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The Mel Swart – Lake Gibson Conservation Park is a 29-acre waterfront park located on the shores of Lake Gibson, at the intersection of Beaverdams and DeCew Roads near historic Beaverdams Village. This scenic park is an outdoor enthusiast’s dream. A boardwalk over the lake offers visitors stunning views of the water and shoreline. Opened in 2002 thanks to the efforts of local residents and the City of Thorold, the park is a notable example of re-naturalization, encouraging the return of numerous indigenous bird and animal species. It is also part of the Niagara Greenbelt and offers ample parking for visitors.

The park is home to the Thorold Indigenous Unity Garden, established in spring 2023 through a partnership between the One Thorold Truth and Reconciliation Committee and the City of Thorold. Shaped like a turtle, the garden serves as an inclusive outdoor classroom where people from all nations can come together to reflect, learn, and celebrate Indigenous teachings and traditions. Through interactive workshops, activities, and presentations, the garden fosters a deeper understanding of Indigenous culture, heritage, and their global contributions.

Memorial Park is a three-acre passive park designated under the Ontario Heritage Act, located behind the Ontario Paper Seniors’ Centre at the corner of Albert Street East and Chapel Street South. The park is filled with beautiful, mature trees and is home to the City’s War Memorial. The Canadian Corps Route pathway guides visitors from the sidewalk to the benches surrounding the cenotaph.

Each year, the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 17, together with Canadian Corps Unit 44, hosts Remembrance Day and Decoration Day ceremonies at the park. Residents are invited to honour veterans and all who served Canada during war, armed conflict, and peace. 

Merritt Meadows Park is a newly opened community park featuring free parking, a playground with an accessible swing, and open green space—perfect for picnics, walks, and family playtime.

Directions on Google Maps:

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Port Robinson Park is a three-acre community sports park located on River Street in Port Robinson. The park offers a variety of recreational opportunities, including a baseball diamond with bleachers suitable for league play or drop-in use, a full-sized basketball court, a playground structure with a swing set, a picnic table, and a splash pad for younger children. Ample parking is available for families visiting the park.

Visitors can also enjoy watching ships navigate the Welland Canal as they pass through the flight locks. With something for everyone, Port Robinson Park is an ideal location for family gatherings and outdoor fun.

Richmond Street Park is a four-acre community park located adjacent to the Thorold Community Pool on Richmond Street. A pavilion houses three sets of picnic tables, including one fully accessible table, offering a great view of the pool—perfect for families planning an afternoon of swimming followed by a picnic.

A walking trail winds through the park, dotted with benches, additional picnic tables, and charcoal barbeques. Two bocce courts are also available for play—just bring your own bocce ball set. The courts are lit in the evening, so the fun can continue after sunset. Plenty of parking is available for all visitors.

South Confederation Park is a 10-acre community park accessible from Confederation Avenue, Parkview Drive, and connecting paths from Tara Crescent and Flannery Lane. These paths link directly to the paved walking trail that encircles the park’s perimeter.

The park features a soccer pitch with benches, hosting many Thorold Soccer Club games during the summer months. Baseball diamonds, including one for hardball and one for T-ball, are frequently used by Thorold Legion Minor Baseball teams. Younger children can enjoy playground equipment, swings, and the splash pad, which provides a refreshing break on hot days.

Additional amenities include municipally operated tennis courts available on a first-come, first-served basis, a basketball court, and open green space for general recreation. Two large parking lots off Confederation Avenue and Parkview Drive make the park convenient for tournaments and special events. A washroom building is centrally located and opened during scheduled league play and community events.

Sullivan Park is a four-acre neighbourhood sports park bordered by Colborne, Maitland, Elgin, and Sydenham Streets. The park features a baseball diamond regularly used by Thorold Legion Minor Baseball for games, practices, and tournaments. The diamond is equipped with lighting for evening games, dugouts for players, and ample seating for spectators. A washroom facility, conveniently located in the same building as the concession stand, is open during scheduled league play.

For younger visitors, Sullivan Park offers playground equipment, swings, and monkey bars, accompanied by benches for parents to relax while watching their children play. The pirate-themed playground extends to the splash pad, where children can cool off after a fun-filled afternoon in the park.

Winterberry Park is a half-acre, family-friendly park located at the corner of Richmond Street and Winterberry Boulevard. The park features a swing set with an accessible seat, ensuring all children can enjoy swinging. Paved walking paths wind through the park and its trees, providing a pleasant space for strolls. For older children and adults, a basketball court is also available. Young trees have been planted throughout the park and will grow over time to provide shade on sunny days.