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Jackson Park

Tourist attraction Park

One of the Best Places To Visits in Peterborough


Address

610 Parkhill Rd W, Peterborough, ON K9J 6N6, Canada

Website

www.peterborough.ca

Contact

+1 705-742-7777

Rating on Google Maps

4.60 (1.1K reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Thursday: Open 24 hours
  • Friday: Open 24 hours
  • Saturday: Open 24 hours
  • Sunday: Open 24 hours
  • Monday: Open 24 hours
  • Tuesday: Open 24 hours
  • Wednesday: Open 24 hours

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: trails (10) walking (8) park (7)
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  • 5/5 Justin S. 2 years ago on Google
    The Pièce de résistance in hiking, walking and biking! Numerous offroad trails, plus the main gravel trail that goes through the park and well beyond. The old railway, now part of the Trans Canada Trail. Jackson creek runs through, down to the large pond and pagoda bridge flowing all the way down to the Otanabee River. Enjoyable outings no matter the season.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Sharath Kumar K. 1 year ago on Google
    Omg! It's such a peaceful place to let go off your stress. One can go pick either parkway trail or Jackson creek trail to embrace this beautiful hub of nature. I thoroughly enjoyed the calmness of the park alongside the beautiful lake.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Rebecca R. 4 years ago on Google
    My roommates and I live just down the road from here, we come all the time and love it. It's walking distance from most of Parkhill and Chemong, or from downtown. The trails are always groomed and there's both hills and flat ground. Would recommend for any time of the year.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Farah A. 2 years ago on Google
    Peaceful and well maintained! Not much parking available. 20 vehicles or so max. If you have respiratory issues, please be careful as the gravel road causes clouds of dust each time a biker passes by or if there's wind. Wasn't crowded therefore people don't tend to wear masks there.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ian B. 1 year ago on Google
    Haven't been here in almost 20 years Absolutely loved it Great spot to hike or cross country ski We live in Barrie so don't get here much. I will make it a habit of coming back My dog loved it
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Kenneth M. 1 year ago on Google
    Jackson Park is the most scenic in Peterborough. If you're looking for a place to take your family, there's a playground and bathrooms on site. Perfect for walking dogs too as there are plenty of garbages for used bags.

  • 5/5 Teresa A. 10 months ago on Google
    The owner is a very nice person.we talked a lot with her The place is clean and confortable

  • 5/5 isidro ubaldo e. 10 months ago on Google
    Very nature world, full of ancients trees and a great history... Amazing Nature Paradise...

  • 5/5 Åßh!sheK P. 5 months ago on Google
    Beautiful trails. Must visit in fall. If you go there in winter, make sure you’re wearing snow shoes and all necessary clothing. There are also dog trails and a river passing though the woods.

  • 5/5 Roly W. 4 months ago on Google
    Quiet in the winter a few dog owners walking around peacefully and pretty

  • 5/5 James C. 8 months ago on Google
    I've spent tons of summers here hiking the trails here. Great for taking your dog for a walk or mountain biking in the back woods. Definitely gotta see it if you're looking for nature in Peterborough

  • 5/5 Mudassar K. 1 year ago on Google
    Most of the bicycle path is slippery with frozen/semi frozen ice please wear appropriate shoes when walking along the creek/or bicycle path, in winter

  • 5/5 Lee N. 1 year ago on Google
    We didn't go far, but the area around the Pagoda bridge is really pretty.

  • 5/5 Theresa L. 1 year ago on Google
    Beautiful, huge park in the city. Well maintained trails, playground equipment for the kids, and a fantastic creek with a pagoda bridge.

  • 5/5 Kelly 1 year ago on Google
    Really lovely forest trails to walk through, especially during fall. The rivers/creeks that run through the trail are delightful and a perfect spot for your pup to have a drink or a swim if you’re walking the dog. Parking can be a bit iffy, especially on a weekend, but otherwise, it’s fine. Lots of other mini trails all around the place if you look.

  • 5/5 Robert D. 2 years ago on Google
    One of Peterborough's "Wildest" parks. Lots of the walking\biking trails through Jackson Park are treed with dappled light for much of the day. Great to chill around the pond\Pagoda.

  • 4/5 Vicki 4 years ago on Google
    Gorgeous park! Plenty of paths to walk, really nice peaceful places to sit and relax. I love it here! It just gets too busy sometimes. And people unfortunately seem to leave bags of dog poo & litter around the park, even though there are garbage and recycling bins within the park.

  • 5/5 Cameron G. 1 year ago on Google
    Love this park, beautiful any season.

  • 5/5 Mimi S. 1 year ago on Google
    Jackson Park has wonderful trails for walking and cycling, even skiing in winter. Lots of parking and friendly people! Though we visited in the pouring rain, the scenery is worth it!


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Amenities


  • Pets
    • ✓️ Dogs allowed
  • Activities
    • ✓️ Hiking
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible car park
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible entrance

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