One of the easiest ways to enjoy the great outdoors is with a picnic. HCA has thousands of picnic tables across all of our conservation areas, waiting for you and your family and friends to enjoy your next meal.
Please note, garbage cans are not available at all conservation areas and picnic locations. Please pack out what you pack in and help keep our natural areas clean.
For large groups, group areas and pavilions are available for rent. HCA Members save 15% off pavilion and group area rentals!
Where to Picnic
Christie Lake
Christie Lake's idyllic natural setting makes it a great destination for all sizes of group and family picnics. There is plenty of parking, covered picnic pavilions, hundreds of picnic tables and grassy fields that are perfect for games, races or just relaxing.
Confederation Beach Park
The beautiful lakefront location makes Confederation Beach Park a popular spot for summer picnics and gatherings. The Park is owned by the City of Hamilton, with HCA managing the area. Barbecuing is not permitted without an area rental.
Dundas Valley
The Dundas Valley offers open meadow areas with picnic tables and an attached pavilion at the Trail Centre. Stacey Meadow Pavilion can accommodate up to 80 people. Its pond side location and fishing bridge which extends out into the water makes it a lovely spot for group picnics and weddings.
Eramosa Karst
The Eramosa Karst is the perfect spot for a hike. There are limited picnic tables available at the entrance where you can enjoy a snack or small picnic before you head out on the trails.
Fifty Point
Planning a picnic? Head to Fifty Point where we welcome group events such as family reunions and corporate picnics. We offer two covered picnic pavilions. There are also many picnic tables are available throughout the day-use area and do not require reservations. Alcohol is not permitted at any time
Valens Lake
There are over 1,000 picnic tables scattered throughout the scenic landscape to accommodate any size group. Please call ahead if you have a large group. We have one pavilion, which is enclosed for all-weather use. BBQ's and volleyball nets are available by request.
