Rim Park Trail – Waterloo’s Scenic Riverside Walk

🌳 Rim Park Trail – Waterloo’s Scenic Riverside Walk 📍 Location: Rim Park, Kitchener (near Westmount & Fischer-Hallman Rd) 🚗 Parking: Free at Rim Park Sports Complex (avoid nearby residential no-parking zones!) 📏 Trail Length: 5km out-and-back (or shorten to 2-3km) 🌟 Difficulty: Easy (paved path, minimal elevation) 🌿 Why It’s a Local Favorite ✅ Smooth Asphalt Path – Rare in Canada! Perfect for strollers, bikes, and runners. ✅ Golf Course Views – Manicured fairways + sprawling greens (watch for flying golf balls!). ✅ Grand River Vistas – Wide water views, especially at sunset. 🦌 Wildlife Bonus: Frequent deer sightings (we spotted 11 in one walk!). 📸 Must-Capture Moments 📷 Golden Hour on the River – Silhouettes of herons fishing. 📷 Deer Family Portraits – They’re shockingly calm—pose quietly! ⚠️ Pro Tips ✔ Best Time: Weekday evenings (golfers thin out after 6 PM). ✔ No Dogs Off-Leash – Deer are friendly, but leash laws are strict. ❌ Avoid Residential Parking – Ticketing enforced near Hidden Valley homes. 🏆 Why This Trail Stands Out "Where else can you stroll a country-club-worthy path, spy Bambi’s extended family, and still be home for Dateline NBC?" #WaterlooWalks #DeerSpotting #PavedParadise