Parks and Recreation

Malahide Community Place is home to three ball diamonds. All three have professional clay infields that provide ideal playing conditions. Two of the three diamonds are sized for all ages and abilities and are suited for both Fastball and Slo-Pitch. These two diamonds are fully lit for night time play. The third diamond is sized for younger age groups, ideally under 12 years old and suited for Fastball. All diamonds have designated player benches and bleachers for spectators.  

• Calton Swamp Wetland Complex - 52591 John Wise Line
• This complex is home to some of Canada's most endangered species and hikers are cautioned not to stray from the trail.
• Malahide Cycling Trails - Share the Road
  • There are 2 beautiful cycling trails that run along the roadside.  Always remember to share the road.
    • Cycling Map - North Malahide
    • Cycling Map - South Malahide 

• Springwater Conservation Area - 8079 Springwater Road 
  • The Springwater Forest is a 150 hectare Carolinian Forest containing more endangered species than any other zone in Canada.  
• Trails within Elgin County 
  • There are numerous trails within Elgin County that span over 100 km throughout the County that can be enjoyed by foot or by cycling.
• Trans Canada Trail 
  • The Great Trail consists of more than 27,000 km of multi-use trails, linking Canada. 

• This park is the home to the story of Springfield and its past history with the local railway.
• The park has the local war memorial honoring the fallen from the area that fought in all of the wars since World War One.
• Springfield Lioness have a memorial walkway, memorial garden and gazebo.

• Expansive green space.
• Playground equipment with accessible features coming in 2021.

• Playground equipment with accessibility features.
• Pavilion.
• Picnic area.
• Green space.
• Paved walking path.
• 3 ball diamonds, 2 of which are lit.

• Playground equipment.
• Basketball net & multi use pad.
• Picnic area.

• Expansive green space.
• Playground equipment.
• Walking path.

• Playground equipment.
• Expansive green space.

• Fully accessible playground equipment with designated accessible feature.
• Picnic area.
• Pavilion.
• Washroom facilities available (April-October).