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Hillcrest Park, Thunder Bay

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#2 of 18 in Parks in Thunder Bay

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Hillcrest Park is a public park located in Thunder Bay, Ontario. The Park is located in the city's north end (formerly Port Arthur, Ontario). The Park's location provides scenic views of the city, the harbour, and the Sleeping Giant. Located within the park is a World War II memorial for the Lake Superior Regiment. The memorial includes an honour roll of those killed in action, and a Universal Carrier; a vehicle used by the regiment. Located at the north end of the park is the Sunken Gardens with over 70 varieties of flowers in a unique configuration of walkways and benches.

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• By FirstCircle

  One of the telling characteristics o this park is that it is always full of locals, at pretty much any time of day. People come up here just to watch the world go by. It is a beautiful place to be.....  more »

• By April W

  This is one of Thunder Bays best city lookouts! A small walking trail snakes through this park for pet exercise. Located centrally, it’s a great place to have lunch during work as well as a place for....  more »

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• By Steven Bourgoin

  It's a beautiful spot to see the sleeping Giant. It's always with in a 15 minute drive from anywhere in the city. A great place to enjoy a hot or cold drink with family or friends.

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• By Gregory Ross

  we were at a gift shop when a kind man told us about an amazing view at hillcrest park. not having anything to do, we walked over and i fell in love. there were different flower gardens everywhere you look, a really fun slide, and a beautiful view of thunder bay! oh- and the sleeping giant of course :)

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