Late summer is one of the best times to explore Southern Ontario road trip destinations. The days are still long, the warm weather is hanging on, and many of the region’s best trails, waterfronts and scenic routes remain open well into September.
Starting from Burlington, you can reach dramatic Niagara Escarpment lookouts, Lake Erie beaches, river gorges and charming small towns without committing to a week-long vacation. For drivers around Oakville, Hamilton and the rest