3 Best Public Parks in Welland, ON

"Chippawa Park has various amenities and a beautiful picnic spot. This place also has children’s play structures, pavilion and picnic area reservations, a fishing pier, shower facilities and covered picnic shelters. One of the premier spots in Chippawa Park is a rose garden that features a wide variety of roses, with the City of Welland rose as a part of the display. The park is a prime location for all kinds of physical activity. Chippawa Park is an extraordinary place to meet, play and host group events. The park also has a meeting room, community hall, fireplace and kitchenette. The park also has plenty of shady places to rest and relax. Chippawa Park has great features, such as paths with accessible walkways, a splash pad, lots of nature and greenery, playgrounds, etc., making it ideal for families, groups, or even those spending time solo. A bronze statue set depicting Ablan Leon, the founder of Leon’s Furniture, seated on a couch with two recliner chairs and a coffee table, was unveiled at the Chippawa Park Rose Garden in 2009.

"Saint George Park contains lots of slides and climbing equipment for the little ones. The park has an outdoor pool, a covered picnic shelter, various outdoor activities, and fitness equipment. Saint George Park has two kids' playgrounds, outdoor fitness equipment, a soccer area, multi-level wooden playgrounds, and a wide-open grass field. There is also a swimming pool available, which is open during summer hours. This park is an excellent spot for picnics and kids of all ages. Saint George Park has parking with access to good road cycling routes along the Welland River and is complemented by a charming park and pond. Saint George Park is wheelchair accessible.