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Malcolmson Eco Park

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πŸ‘πŸ‘ My new happy place for walking in nature. Lots of paths, a pond, and lovely canopy of trees. People often mention walk, park, trails, walking, trail, Great, great, paths, lots, nature,


Address

325 Lakeshore Rd, St. Catharines, ON L2M 7Z3, Canada

Website

fomep.com

Contact

+1 905-688-5601

Rating on Google Maps

4.60 (396 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Thursday: 8β€―am to 8β€―pm
  • Friday: 8β€―am to 8β€―pm
  • Saturday: 8β€―am to 8β€―pm
  • Sunday: 8β€―am to 8β€―pm
  • Monday: 8β€―am to 8β€―pm
  • Tuesday: 8β€―am to 8β€―pm
  • Wednesday: 8β€―am to 8β€―pm

Featured Reviews


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  • 5/5 Rosemary E. 1 year ago on Google
    My new happy place for walking in nature. Lots of paths, a pond, and lovely canopy of trees.
    3 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 4/5 Paulette Q. 11 months ago on Google β€’ 136 reviews
    Nice trails and close to the city. The parking lot has a lot of deep pot holes though
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Alexander 1 year ago on Google β€’ 102 reviews
    Excellent trail, very well maintained with lots to see. Various trees, wildlife and diversity along the trail. Should you feel a little adventurous you can also walk the waterfront trail alongside Sunset Beach. Very peaceful and dense forest.
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 3/5 Denys P. 2 years ago on Google β€’ 49 reviews
    The parking area is Free, nice BUT it is in a bad condition with lots of pot holes. The trails have a hike for all fitness levels/distances with something for all ages. Recently the maintenance seems to have vanished which may be a sign of the times. The bird life appears to have diminished which may just be my experience lately.
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Margarete L. 3 years ago on Google
    The treed trails are clean and well maintained making a shady walk on a hot summers day or painted canvas in the fall season. Pet owners usually pick up after their pets. Parking right now is crazy, not as before covid. Enjoyable area for biking and walking.
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Laia Ghasemi M. 2 years ago on Google
    Beautiful Eco park πŸ™πŸ™β˜ΊοΈ
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Dan A. 3 years ago on Google
    If you like gardening and looking for different tree species or birds this is a haven. There are massive sweet gum, tulip and cottonwood along with cork, hop, paw paw, red-bud, bitternut, Katsura, hackberry, Kentucky coffee and everytime I come here I find something new. See how many you can spot. I'm not sure when this park was created but I see new plantings all the time. While here watch the ships pass on the parks east side and watch for rare birds as this is the edge of town by the lake. A short walk to a major public beach. Also part of the shoreline trail and you can walk or ride it for miles.
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Zubedah J. 1 year ago on Google
    Great walking trail.
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 4/5 Koray K. 4 years ago on Google
    A lovely small park beside the canal. Some informative boards around. There are different areas that showcases different habitats. Good for a small walk πŸ‘ limited parking available
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 3/5 Ed C. 7 months ago on Google β€’ 62 reviews
    Very convenient park to walk in for the neighbourhood and local schools. But stay on the path! Poison Ivy is spreading rapidly in the park. Many of the paths have it growing along the edge of the paths.

  • 5/5 Only One of m. 1 year ago on Google β€’ 42 reviews
    Used to spend time there everyday now not too much but still love this place brings back memories memories back into the '70s and now it's lovely to see what they've done with it keep up the good work

  • 5/5 Mike M. 9 months ago on Google β€’ 31 reviews
    An absolutely gorgeous walk with spectacular trees and vines. Even some hidden treats like this beautiful Fairie home are pictured below.

  • 4/5 Ryan M. 6 months ago on Google β€’ 15 reviews
    One of the best nature trails I have been on and competes with some national parks like Algonquin............I would have given it 5 stars if not for the parking lot, and hopefully paving will be an option in the future.

  • 5/5 Caitlin C. 3 months ago on Google β€’ 12 reviews New
    Great trail but at night you will see lots of wolves so watch out! Lol

  • 5/5 CocoShanelle 3 years ago on Google β€’ 7 reviews
    Very neat trail we seen cool bird house people made , different sorts of kettles hanging on branches and a cool handmade hut definitely will go again.

  • 4/5 Chris W. 4 years ago on Google
    Nice paths for a nature walk! Easy loops a round!

  • 5/5 Elaina V. 4 years ago on Google
    Flat trails making it easy for walking. There is a trail along the Canal or you can venture through the wooded area. Very peaceful and serene.

  • 5/5 Timothy W. 4 years ago on Google
    Nice walking trails

  • 4/5 Laurie W. 4 years ago on Google
    Nice little hike and birdlife.

  • 5/5 Dereck J. 4 years ago on Google
    Great for hiking, walking, cycling. Park is clean and well maintained

  • 4/5 cynsaturn 3 years ago on Google
    Nice hidden place to stretch your legs, take your dog for a walk while looking at Mother Nature, bird watching. Just the parking lot is rough, muddy, pot holes

  • 5/5 Rosalind P. 3 years ago on Google
    Great trails and nice spot to walk a dog.

  • 5/5 Todd S. 3 years ago on Google
    Great walking trail

  • 5/5 Adam W. 3 years ago on Google
    Been going here since i was 12, 30 years later still taking a walk here

  • 5/5 HAMMAD BAKHIT (. 3 years ago on Google
    great Park

  • 5/5 Jenn P. 2 years ago on Google
    My husband and I really enjoy visiting the Eco Park as often as possible! The hiking trails are beautiful, and well maintained. There is lots of space to add variety to your walking experience each time. The wildlife & natural scenery make for excellent photography opportunities! It is dog & child friendly, with plenty of parking. Advise to check for Tics when in season & enjoy the experience! 🌞

  • 5/5 GillianandIan M. 2 years ago on Google
    Great stroller friendly place for a walk. Lots of forest and pond space for kids to explore. The other day we got to see snapping turtles hatching!

  • 5/5 Jody M. 2 years ago on Google
    Fantastic walking trail. Beautiful pond. We walk there often. Lots of wildlife. All the little birdhouses are an added plus. Much bigger than it appears from the street.

  • 5/5 Nate K. 2 years ago on Google
    Lots of great trails/paths and a great variety of flowers and wildlife

  • 4/5 Brenda M. 2 years ago on Google
    This park offers various types of trails to meet individuals modalities. The wooded area is tranquil. There were a number of off shoot paths. One is in the city, yet feels like your in a forest. The individuals walk, dog walk, or jog. It is a great place to start walking. The people enjoying the park are friendly. Parking was ample. I thoroughly enjoyed the park.

  • 4/5 Gordon 2 years ago on Google
    Great Location! Very easy paths and nice that it is in the city! I remember way back helping clean the park up and cleaning paths! So glad that they have kept it up

  • 5/5 Jim V. 2 years ago on Google
    Awesome place Very clean The people are very nice I will be back

  • 5/5 April H. 2 years ago on Google
    I go here a few times a year with the family, for a little nature walk through the trails. We've seen 2 owls here before, raccoons....and this past weekend we saw an actual otter! Just chilling on a log in the pond. I didn't even know we had otters around here. It was so cool!

  • 4/5 Tara M. 1 year ago on Google
    Great place for a nature walk. Make sure to not go alone as there has been some suspicious characters hanging around.

  • 4/5 Derek S. 10 months ago on Google
    A nice place for a walk, lots of cute animals like various birds and chipmunks. Would be 5 stars of there weren't so many invasive plants.

  • 5/5 Dave C. 11 months ago on Google
    What a great adventure setting. Hi wire maze looks awesome

  • 5/5 Lisa W. 3 years ago on Google
    Great place for a walk.

  • 4/5 Steven M. 3 years ago on Google
    Really enjoy walking through this park, reminds me a lot of when I was a kid and used to play here, all in all a nice walk in the woods.

  • 5/5 Diane D. 3 years ago on Google
    Busy place today. An easy walk through the area with friends. Not strenuous at all. Clearly marked pathways.

  • 4/5 Caleb B. 3 years ago on Google
    Nice long walk through the trees, eventually leading to near Sunset Beach. No real challenge for hikers but it's a great place to bring your family or walk the dog.

  • 5/5 Lady D. 3 years ago on Google
    It was so beautiful and peaceful

  • 5/5 Larry V. 3 years ago on Google
    Great walk in the woods to Sunset Beach

  • 5/5 KashlynChoicesMommie M. 3 years ago on Google
    Fantastic Family walking park with lots of safe room for the kids to run and be kids!

  • 5/5 James B. 3 years ago on Google
    lots of trees and the odd Golden Eagle

  • 4/5 joe r. 3 years ago on Google
    Beautiful winter walk. Saw the eagle and got some great pictures. Could have used washroom facilities and would have given 5 stars.

  • 5/5 Jessica P. 3 years ago on Google
    One of my favourite places to go. Beautiful walk and you get close to the big tankers going up the welland canal.

  • 5/5 Randy D. 3 years ago on Google
    A Great Quiet Trail For Walking So Much Trials

  • 5/5 Jen B. 3 years ago on Google
    Kids playing at camp...endearing. 1 black dog no leash.

  • 5/5 Tina H. 3 years ago on Google
    Freedom in nature here!!!

  • 4/5 Allan F. 3 years ago on Google
    A very nice park to walk. Closed at sundown.

  • 5/5 Jessie M. 4 years ago on Google
    A beautiful walk. Sadly those who don't pick up after their dogs and those who graffiti information signs put a smear there. But don't let that deter you on an enjoyable walk on several different trails. There is a pond that you may be even able to skate on in when some kind people take the time to clear it. Look up also for the bird feeders that have been donated. Rated for all seasons.

  • 5/5 roro S. 3 years ago on Google
    Stoller friendly, wide trails. Beautiful nature and opens up onto lake Ontario

  • 4/5 Lynn B. 3 years ago on Google
    Peaceful spot, with multiole trail routes suitable for walking or cycling on. The wetlands trail leads right to the spot on the Welland Canal where you can see large ships being raised up in the lock.

  • 5/5 Paul B. 3 years ago on Google
    Great place to walk, jog, bike ride nextvto the canal

  • 5/5 David R. 4 years ago on Google
    Always love going here

  • 5/5 Cars U. 4 years ago on Google
    Lovely place to wall your dog

  • 2/5 Cheryl B. 4 years ago on Google
    Needs some maintenance, lots of dead trees hanging over trail

  • 5/5 Angela D. 3 years ago on Google
    Perfect length for a dog walk

  • 5/5 melissa G. 3 years ago on Google
    Easy trails good for kids and riding bikes

  • 5/5 Larry V. 3 years ago on Google
    We love this park and visit it regularly.

  • 5/5 Darlene H. 3 years ago on Google
    It's a great place for walk appreciate what's around you

  • 5/5 Jackie W. 3 years ago on Google
    Amazing park especially in the fall.

  • 5/5 Vasily T. 3 years ago on Google
    Nice place to visit with kids

  • 5/5 Laurie F. 3 years ago on Google
    such a peaceful place to go for a run

  • 4/5 Bree O. 3 years ago on Google
    Malcolmson Eco Park is a very cute park perfect for the family or biking. Avoid the area in the evening though as the bugs are terrible. There are numerous mini trails off the main ones and even a small area with bumps to practice biking. The pond area is a great place to see frogs. The path also connects to the canal and there is a nice viewpoint to watch the boats pass.

  • 5/5 AM4678 3 years ago on Google
    Nice park and splash pad.

  • 4/5 Iain G. 3 years ago on Google
    Beautiful place to bike and hike.

  • 3/5 Adeel A. 3 years ago on Google
    Its not maitained as needed.

  • 5/5 Vadim M. 3 years ago on Google
    Great place for Autumn photos

  • 5/5 Ellen W. 2 months ago on Google β€’ 1 review New
    It’s a lovely place to walk - many paths and lots of birds (we saw a great-horned? Owl the other day). The little birdhouses dotted throughout the trees are a sweet reminder that kids have been there, learning about nature and the preservation of creatures great and small. Very much appreciate the work that goes into keeping this place going.


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Amenities


  • Pets
    • βœ“οΈ Dogs allowed
  • Activities
    • βœ“οΈ Hiking
  • Accessibility
    • βœ“οΈ Wheelchair-accessible car park
    • βœ“οΈ Wheelchair-accessible entrance

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