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Fort Erie Leisure & Golf

Stroll into the slower pace of life and enter a world of relaxing sights and sounds... Greater Fort Erie is surrounded by peaceful scenery and kilometers of waterfront that offers an assortment of activities, including swimming, fishing, boating, sightseeing and parklands.



If you're seeking something more active, you can walk, run or cycle along the Friendship Trail or the Niagara River Trail, along with water sports, golfing, court sports, and more.

If you're driving, there is the beautiful Niagara Parkway, touted as the "prettiest Sunday drive in the world" by Winston Churchill... with winding riverside views that extends from Lake Erie to Lake Ontario - perfect for an afternoon drive. The Niagara Parkway starts at Old Fort Erie and links up to many heritage sites along the way north to Niagara-on-the-Lake.

This route offers parking lots and rest areas, so you can enjoy a picnic, stop at a snack bar or even have a barbecue on a charcoal grill, installed in some parks.

Another comfortable drive is located along Ridge Rd, this Road winds through a forested ridge/hill, for a great countryside trip... The scenic route into Ridgeway!


The Ridgeway Farmers' market is an outdoor market located along the Friendship trail in downtown Ridgeway. This is a registered pure Farmers' Market specializing in local farm fresh produce. The vendors at this charming market are all local to the Niagara Region

Featuring gourmet salad greens, natural organic foods & produce, artisan breads, deli meats & cheeses, fresh herbs, jams and homemade baked goods...

This is the best example of small town, Niagara living, a farm-to-table treasure trove of fresh local ingredients, grown right here in Niagara... and all in one place, located along the Friendship Trail... Everything you need to promote a healthy, active lifestyle!