Parks and nature in Lake Ontario

Parks, Nature & Beaches

Explore the diverse shoreline of Lake Ontario, from the 15-island archipelago of Toronto Island Park to the rare sand dunes of Southwick Beach State Park. This collection includes historical landmarks like the Sackets Harbor Battlefield, a key site of the War of 1812, and protected wetlands such as Deer Creek Marsh. Landscapes range from the clothing-optional shores of Hanlan’s Point to the inland glacial kettles and eskers of Mendon Ponds Park, providing essential habitats for local wildlife and migratory birds.