Guided Trip to Crawford Lake / Rattlesnake Point
Meromictic Lake & Iroquoian Village Guided Trip
Join experienced Parkbus guide Ksenia Khan on a unique guided trip where science, culture, and nature come together. Just outside Toronto is one of Ontario’s rarest natural features: a meromictic lake. Its waters stay perfectly still in layers, preserving centuries of environmental history deep below the surface.
This trip is part of ActiveDays, a Parkbus series for people who like nature, new places, and meeting new people in the best way possible. No experience needed. Just show up and see where it goes.
You’ll stroll through old-growth Carolinian forest, walk the boardwalk over the pristine lake, and explore a reconstructed 15th-century Iroquoian village. Along the way, Ksenia will share stories that connect Indigenous history and natural science in one unforgettable experience.
Tickets:
- Regular: $65
- Student: $59
- Child (12 and under): $33
- Senior (60+): $59
Pickup Location
34 Asquith Ave
Pick up at 34 Asquith Ave, just north of the Yonge and Bloor Subway stop. We recommend getting there 15 minutes early to make sure you have enough time for the bus.
Departure
9:00 AM
estimated return
6:30 PM
Crawford Lake / Rattlesnake Point
We head to Rattlesnake Point within the Niagara Escarpment.
Estimated arrival
10:15 AM
Departure
5:00 PM
Experience Highlights
- Rare Meromictic Lake – One of only a few lakes in Ontario where water layers don't mix
- Reconstructed Iroquoian Village – Experience 15th-century Indigenous life
- Ancient Carolinian Forest – Walk through some of Ontario's oldest ecosystems
- Archaeological Education – Learn about 4,000 years of human history
- Elevated Boardwalk – Pristine lake views without disturbing the ecosystem
- Scientific Discovery – Understand the lake's unique environmental preservation
What to Expect with ActiveDays
ActiveDays is about more than just getting outside. it’s about getting out there. This trip is a great chance to meet new people in the wild. The kind of strangers who become trail buddies, snack sharers, or maybe even friends. Whether you're coming solo or with someone, the vibe is open, casual, and unpretentious.
Join the group hike, or wander at your own pace. There's no pressure to perform, just space to explore in nature and in conversation.
New trails. New people. New stories.
