Search results
Parks Canada overview: What we do. Parks Canada’s mandate requires year-round operations across Canada. Parks Canada employees and resources are active in hundreds of communities and remote locations from coast to coast to coast. The workforce is dedicated to conserving places administered by Parks Canada and sharing these places with visitors.
Parks Canada has launched a new program to work with partners, including Indigenous communities, to create a network of national urban parks. More than 80% of Canadians live in urban centres. National urban parks will provide new opportunities for Canadians to enjoy natural places close to home.
- Houston
- Galveston
- Corpus Christi
- South Padre Island
- Brownsville
- Mcallen
- San Antonio
Houston is a major metropolis, the largest city in Texas, with many attractions including the NASA Space Center, the Museum District, the Houston Zoo, the Historic District and the Theatre District. Although it’s not one of the biggest snowbird destination, it does get its fair share, with many snowbirds choosing to stay in nearby Galveston on the ...
Galveston is a barrier island in the Gulf of Mexico, about an hour’s drive from Houston with lots of activities and things to see and do. The island offers miles of sandy beaches and a wide variety of accommodations – everything from deluxe hotels to efficiency apartments and condos. Galveston is famous for its seafood restaurants and a historic do...
Located on the South Texas Gulf Coast, Corpus Christi has miles of beaches, tourist attractions, cultural activities, shopping and lots of dining options. The area has a warm, humid subtropical climate with very short, mild winters. Snowbirds will find affordable accommodations in the general area. Just to the east of Corpus Christi are Padre Islan...
South Padre Island is a small coastal community not far from the Mexican border that offers a wide variety of year-round activities for snowbirds. Discover dolphins and sea turtles, miles of soft sandy beaches, great fishing and boating and all manner of watersports here. Affordable accommodations are plentiful and range from resort hotels, condos ...
The Brownsville area is a beacon for snowbirds every winter. Brownsville offers a sub-tropical climate complete with palm trees and bougainvilleas at the southern tip of Texas. The area is perfect for exploring both natural and cultural activities, walking the fabulous Gulf beaches, and discovering the wildlife. Snowbirds can keep active playing go...
McAllen is not far from both Brownsville and South Padre Island and is a winter home to thousands of snowbirds. This Rio Grande city is home to the wonderful birding centre, Quinta Mazatlan World Birding Centre, featuring hundreds of different birds and butterflies. You’ll also find the National Butterfly Centre and the Museum of South Texas histor...
San Antonio is a major historic city in south-central Texas with a rich colonial heritage and is within driving distance of many Gulf Coast destinations. Voted by Amazon.com as the #1 romantic city in the US, San Antonio is a wonderful place for snowbirds to visit or reside for the winter. The Alamo, an 18th-century Spanish mission preserved as a m...
Feb 14, 2023 · The majority of the locations which opened up to reservations on Monday were B.C. campgrounds and historical sites, including Fort Langley, Glacier National Park and Mount Revelstoke...
May 18, 2021 · The Parks Canada website provides detailed information on what locations are open, what to expect, how to prepare, and what services are available. Be sure to check the website before you visit. · Follow travel restrictions and respect the guidance of public health experts.
Mar 12, 2023 · FJT/ The Parks Canada upgraded camping reservation system opens Monday for all those eager to get outside this spring and summer. Each camping location has its own launch date between March 13...
People also ask
Will Parks Canada Open reservations in April 2021?
How can Parks Canada ensure a safe and enjoyable 2021 visitor season?
Which Canadian Parks opened up to reservations on Monday?
When does camping open in Canada?
When will Canadian flags fly in Algonquin Park 2021?
Why did Parks Canada delay the launch dates?
Nov 23, 2020 · Reservation launch dates for national parks, national historic sites, and national marine conservation areas will be staggered throughout April. At that time, visitors will be able to make reservations for trips between May 2021 and March 2022.