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Parks, Trails and Beaches
Kingsville has more than 45 hectares of parkland. Our parklands make it easy for residents and visitors to enjoy healthy, active lifestyles.
Get outdoors and explore Kingsville's parks and greenspaces. Our Active Parks feature amenities such as playground equipment, basketball courts, tennis courts, ball diamonds, etc. while our Passive Parks offer walking trails and less developed greenspace.
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Cedar Island Park & Beach, 851 Cedar Island Dr. Coghill Park, 268 Coghill Dr. Kingsville Recreation Complex, 1471 Jasperson Lane (includes playground equipment & skate park) Lakeside Park, 315 Queen St. Larry Santos Park, 60 Walker Dr. Millbrook Park, Close to 131 Millbrook Rd. Pinetree Park, Pinetree Cres. & Woodycrest Ave. Prince Albert Park, Prince Albert Rd. Applewood Park, Applewood Ave & Jasperson Lane Timbercreek Park Lions Park, 23 Mill Street York Park, Country Road 50 and Conservation Blvd. Ridgeview Park, 122 Fox St, Cottam Cottam Rotary Park, County Road 34, Cottam Williams St. Park, End of William St, Cottam Porrone Park, 1833 Queen's Valley |
| Passive Parks |
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Heritage at Lake Drive Beach, Heritage Rd & Lake Drive Katrishe Park, end of Katrishe Cres. Little Essex Park, Chelsea Cres. McCallum St. Park, McCallum & Sumac Mettawas Park & Beach, 85 Park St. Evelina Medieros Park, Road 2 E. & Branco Dr. Sumac Bridge, Sumac Rd. William Ave. Park, William Ave. & Murray St. Ruthven Elgin Street Park, Close to 1648 Regent St. |
| Off-Leash Dog Park |
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Linden Beach Dog Park, Conservation Blvd. Repko Dog Park, Road 2 East Repko Dog Park opened in June 2024. It features two shade structures, a gravel walking trail with benches, a water fountain and separate entrances for small and large dogs. Park users are subject to the Dog Owner's Liability Act. There is a list of regulations at the entry of the park. They ensure everyone's safety. |
| Park Access Permit |
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A park access permit is required when residents conduct work to their property that requires access through a public park. Apply for a public access permit. |
Essex County has a flat terrain. It is a great place for active transportation. As a peninsula, our region offers some of the best waterfront cycling trails in the province. It has a lot of waterfront trails to explore.
| County Wide Active Transportation System |
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CWATS connects Essex County municipalities by trails and paths. These trails and paths lead to the local municipality's routes, to help people get on their way and travel to where they need to go. |
| Chrysler Canada Greenway |
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The Chrysler Canada Greenway is the southernmost section of the Trans Canada Trail. It is a 48 km multi-use trail. The Greenway connects natural areas and agricultural land. It connects significant structures, wineries, and other features unique to the region. The Greenway improves the quality of life in the region. It connects people to nature and culture in a way that is accessible. |
| Kingsville Waterfront Trail |
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Cycle along the north shore of Lake Erie in Kingsville. You will find captivating views and quaint waterfront communities. Begin at the Kingsville Harbour and go west on Park Street. Cycle through Lakeside Park to Cull Drive Trail. Continue south on Heritage Road. Cycle the winding historic road. You will find mature trees, cottages and beaches. |
| Essex Region Conservation Areas |
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See our region's protected woodland, marshland and waterway areas by bike or foot. Our conservation areas total almost 100 km of trail. |
| Cedar Beach and Cedar Creek Conservation Area |
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A popular sandy spot for swimming, sunbathing and relaxing. Cedar Beach is on Lake Erie at the mouth of Cedar Creek. It is enjoyed by many fishermen. A canoe trip from Cedar Creek Conservation Area to Cedar Beach takes about one hour. It affords many spectacular views of wetlands, forests and wildlife along the way. Facilities include parking, washrooms (opened seasonally) and picnic tables. The Cedar Creek basin is the most significant and extensive natural area in the region. The Carolinian woodlands, landscapes and wildlife contribute to the beauty of this area. Cedar Creek is a pristine natural area offering excellent bird watching opportunities. See eagles soaring, herons and egrets wading, and turtles sun worshiping on logs. View the rare American Lotus, Swamp Rose Mallow and other superb flora and fauna. Canoeing or kayaking can be a great way to explore this conservation area. |
| Cedar Island Beach |
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A popular sandy spot for swimming, sunbathing and relaxing. Cedar Island Beach and Marina is on Lake Erie at the mouth of Cedar Creek. Facilities include playground equipment, beach volleyball / basketball net, parking, washrooms (opened seasonally) and picnic tables. |
| Mettawas Beach |
| Mettawas Beach is located next to the Grovedale Arts & Culture Centre on Park Street, and offers parking, greenspace, walking trails, a gazebo, and beach. |
Additional beaches include
- Union Beach, Wellington Union Ave, Ruthven
- Lakeside Beach at Lakeside Park
- Heritage at Lake Drive Beach and Little Essex (Chelsea Crescent Park).
| Ridgeview Park |
| The splash pad at Ridgeview Park is a moderate-sized splash pad with several water features. Ridgeview Park also has playground equipment, tennis courts, baseball diamonds, and an outdoor pavilion and indoor hall available for rent. |
| Lakeside Park |
| The Lakeside Park splash pad is a larger-scale splash pad with many water features. Lakeside Park also has playground equipment, a gazebo, walking paths, an indoor pavilion available for rent, and many other spaces that make Lakeside Park a perfect backdrop for photos. |
Beach water safety
Certain types of bacteria found in water can cause a number of illnesses. The most common are stomach and intestinal illnesses such as vomiting and diarrhea, along with lung, eye, ear, nose, or throat infections or skin issues. Swallowing contaminated water is the main way you may get sick. Check the Windsor-Essex County Health Unit for regular beach water safety updates before planning your day on the beach.
