May 24 Weekend Activities in Caledon

Victoria Day is a Canadian public holiday that is celebrated on the last Monday of May before May 25^th. It celebrates Queen Victoria’s birthday and marks the beginning of summer in Canada. But we all know it signals barbeque season!

Victoria Day, or May Two-Four as Canadians refer to it, falls on May 23^rd this year.

Looking for something to do in Caledon for May 2-4 weekend? Here are some of Caledon’s best activities to enjoy the great outdoors!

Cheltenham Badlands

Explore this natural landscape called the Cheltenham Badlands! What was once the base of an ancient sea over 450 million years ago, is now a heritage landmark with its beautiful red shale hills.

Dates: Open seven days a week: 8 am – 9 pm

Fee: $10/booking for Mon-Thurs or $20/booking for Fri-Sun, plus HST.

Learn more about visiting the Cheltenham Badlands.

Heritage Walking Tours

Take a self-guided tour of a historic Caledon village! These tours take you back in time as you travel through these early settlements. Learn the fascinating history behind some of the homes and buildings from the 1800s to 1900s.

Explore any of these historic hamlets: Alton (tour #1, tour #2, and tour #3), Cheltenham, Inglewood, and Terra Cotta.

Geocaching

Did you know there is a world-wide, outdoor treasure hunt happening?? Go geocaching almost anywhere, including here in Caledon. Get the app “Geocaching” which has a map to show you the rough location of the caches. Read the clues to find hidden containers! Visit our blog post on Everything You Need to Know About Geocaching.

Forks of the Credit

Escape to nature at the Forks of the Credit! This Provincial Park features the ruins of an old mill, plunging waterfalls, bridges and the old Caledon Railway. The Forks of the Credit has 6 trails to explore, one of which is a section of the Bruce Trail. Learn more about visiting the Forks of the Credit.

Golfing in Caledon

The Caledon Country Club is only minutes away from Heatherlea, on Old Base Line. It’s breath-taking views and challenging but approachable course makes it a must-visit for your next round! And if the weather isn’t cooperating, try their brand-new gold simulators! Visit Caledon Country Club to learn more.