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NEW HAMBURG PARKS
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For information or bookings please call 519.634.8444 x 235 or e-mail us.
General Information
This 5.9 acre parcel is located on Waterloo Street across from Laschinger Boulevard. It was developed in 1956 as the Waterloo County Arboretum to demonstrate soil conservation techniques and was the first of its type in Ontario. This project was sponsored by the Waterloo County Soil and Crop Improvement Association, W. J. Schneller, a local farmer and R.A. Forsythe a prominent soil conservationist. The site was taken over by the Region of Waterloo in 1973 and subsequently deeded to the Township of Wilmot in 1993.
Special Features
More than seventy species of native and exotic trees ~ small picnic area with tables.
Constitution Park
General Information
This 0.69 acre site of parkland is located on Hincks Street in New Hamburg.
Constitution Park, originally constructed in partnership with the New Hamburg Lions Club, contains one of the most heavily used playgrounds in the Township.
Special Features
Picnic shelter and picnic tables. In 2005, the Township in partnership with the Trillium Foundation, the Optimist Club of New Hamburg and the Neighborhood Association had undertaken major improvements to Constitution Park, including the addition of age specific playground equipment, paved walkway, green space, toboggan hill and landscaping.
Greenwood Park
General Information
This 0.11 acre of parkland is located on Greenwood Drive in New Hamburg.
This neighborhood park is a small quiet area to just have fun on the swings and slide.
General Information
This 8.23 acre park site is located at 75 Hunter Street in New Hamburg.
For great scenic views, follow the paths that meander through the park along the Nith River. While there, take a stroll and visit North America’s largest operating water wheel. This park is recognized as one of the most scenic areas in the Township and is a sure way to relax and enjoy the day. Walk across the weirs ~ come and see the fish ladder and sit by the waterside and watch the blue herons and Canada geese.
Special Features
North America’s largest operating Waterwheel, dam, fish ladder and walking paths.
General Information
This 3 acre parcel of parkland is located on Wilmot Street in New Hamburg.
Kirkpatrick Park is one of the most picturesque parks in Wilmot. It is located adjacent to the Nith River, which provides a beautiful setting for weddings & special occasion photos. Picnic tables are available where you can enjoy a snack or just sit and read and watch the swans from afar.
This site is also the home of Wilmot’s Swan Program. The swans are on site and attract other water fowl to the area.
Special Features
Gazebo, benches, pathway and swan pavilion.
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