Lakeside camping near Burlington with campfires

It’s not easy being green, but Burlington succeeds with over 115 parks, conservation areas, and nature reserves.

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2 top lakeside campgrounds near Burlington with campfires

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T's Pond

2 sites · Lodging29 acres · Port Colborne, ON

Like most folks who’ve been bitten by the water ski bug, I dreamed of having my own lake and when I met my life partner Harald, an elite slalom skier, my search began in earnest. By a combination of good timing and good luck, I was able to make that dream come true and in the spring of 2014 I acquired this land with the hopes of building my dream water ski lake on it. 7 years later, we have a thriving water ski club and are constantly making improvements to the site. We now have decided to add some sites for rent to share this incredible property with others outside the water ski community. Site #1 is a small cabin that sleeps 3 and site #2 is a small houseboat that has been converted to a bunkie. Onsite activities include use of a canoe and paddleboard. Use of a kid's swingset and olympic trampoline. Swimming and fishing. Pets are welcome, campfires are permitted.

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Anthropocene Cottage

3 sites · RVs, Tents2 acres · Campbellville, ON

Anthropocene Cottage, located on the Bruce trail and accross from Crawford Lake Conservation, offers both Short Term Rental stays for up to 9 in the main hoise as well as Camper Parking with water and 30 amp electrical hook up accommodating up to 33 feet. Additionally there is an unserviced camp site and Firepit in the mature Escarpment Natural woods behind the house with direct access to the Bruce Trail. hot tub, Gazebo, BBQ and electric available on request.

Lakeside camping near Burlington with campfires guide

Overview

A trip to Burlington can mean a visit to a big-box store, but it’s best to view this small city west of Toronto as a jumping-off point for adventure. Most impressively, more than half of the city is protected rural space, and we’re not talking just about your average parks—Conservation Halton alone has protected spaces with attractions that range from a 15th-century Iroquois village at Crawford Lake to a Raptor’s Centre that educates visitors about birds of prey at Mountsberg Conservation Area. Geological highlights include the escarpment cliffs, waterfalls, wetlands, and Lake Ontario itself, all prime for camping.

Where to go

Royal Botanical Gardens

The Royal Botanical Gardens protect over 2,400 acres of wetland, fields, forest, and escarpment ecosystems. Explore its more than 27 km of scenic walking trails, admire the garden exhibitions, or take part in a workshop during a daytime trip away from your campsite.

Conservation Halston Areas

Rattlesnake Point, Hilton Falls, Mount Nemo, Crawford Lake, Robert Edmondson, Mountsberg, and Kelso are the seven conservation areas managed by Conservation Halton. Totaling more than 10,500 acres, each has its own points of interest and all have hiking trails to explore.

Bronte Creek Provincial Park

Nearby Bronte Creek Provincial Park is a favourite for families, featuring a large outdoor pool, children’s farm, a play barn, hiking trails, and seasonal interpretive programs.

Great Lakes Waterfront Trail

The Great Lakes Waterfront Trail stretches 3,600 km and connects 155 communities along the Canadian shores of the Great Lakes. With eight waterfront parks, a historic lift, and a scenic beach, the Burlington section is particularly notable.

When to go

Each season in Burlington has its outdoor charms. Taste the sweet sugar water at the region’s maple syrup festivals in spring, hike and mountain bike in summer, or enjoy cross-country skiing in winter. Fall is the most scenic season for camping, when the region’s hardwood forests put on their colourful show of oranges, reds, and yellows.

Know before you go

Because of its proximity to urban centres, Burlington can draw crowds. Summer and fall weekends are busy, especially if the weather is nice, so it’s best to come during the week if heading into town.
Traffic is slow during rush hour, when the Gardiner Expressway can be particularly nightmarish. Avoid morning and evening commuting times and check the best route before you go.