Our new community in Oshawa, Grand Ridge North, isn’t just near great shopping and restaurants — it’s also right by serene wildlife preserves, beaches, and ski resorts. Here's our go-to list of some of the best outdoor recreation options in Oshawa.
Oshawa Second Marsh
This wildlife reserve and dynamic ecosystem provides a home for over 380 plant species, 305 bird species, and hundreds of other native species. If you or your child are interested in all things wildlife, then this is the place for you.
McLaughlin Bay Wildlife Reserve
Just east of Second Marsh, this wildlife reserve offers a robust path system that extends into the nearby Darlington Provincial Park. At Mclaughlin Bay Wildlife Reserve, you’ll find beautiful lookouts, picnic areas, and access to the shoreline. On top of that, the Great Lakes Waterfront Trail connects it to the entire Durham Region waterfront.
Lakeview Park Beach
This strip of beach, park, and playgrounds is just west of McLaughlin Bay and offers an amazing spot to enjoy the water and have fun with the whole family. You’ll find fields, park benches, splash pads, and a beautiful stretch of fine, lakeside sand.
The Oshawa Valley Botanical Gardens
This public park and garden features hundreds of varieties of flowers and is historically connected to the gardens of the McLaughlin Family Estate, one of Oshawa’s founding families. This is a great spot to enjoy a bit of history and a glimpse of neatly kept floral beauty.
Ski Resorts in Uxbridge
Just a 25-minute drive from Grand Ridge North, Lakeridge Ski Resort and Dagmar Ski Resort are great spots to make the most of the winter season. They offer skiing, snowboarding, tubing, and terrain park access. For little ones, they have discounted rates and specialty lessons.
The easiest way to enjoy all of these great amenities close to Grand Ridge North is to move there! Select the perfect home for your family from our collection of new freehold townhomes and single-detached homes at Taunton and Wilson Road in North Oshawa. Start browsing now or contact our sales team at 647.338.8106 or [email protected].
