The western gateway to Durham Region, the City of Pickering is a natural destination. Located on a picturesque waterfront, it’s nestled among hundreds of acres of parkland, magnificent hiking trails and quaint hamlets.

Boating, fishing and water activities are popular pastimes at Frenchman’s Bay, one of the largest natural bays along the north shore of Lake Ontario. A charming waterfront village offers unique opportunities to shop and dine. Stroll along the Beachfront Park boardwalk, part of the Waterfront Trail, and enjoy beach volleyball courts, splash pad/water park and concerts throughout the summer.

To the north are the lush green hills of the Oak Ridges Moraine, where Pickering Museum Village, a charming collection of restored 19th-century buildings, comes to life with a host of special events, including a spring steam-up and Christmas celebrations.