Queenston Heights Park provides stunning gardens. Carpet bedding displays and formal annual bedding surround both the Brock and Laura Secord Monuments. This garden has historical significance as the birthplace of Canada.
The park is a station-point near the beginning of the Bruce Trail, which winds along the entire Niagara Escarpment and continues hundreds of kilometers to Tobermory. The escarpment has been designated as a world biosphere by U.N.E.S.C.O.
End the garden tour with a picnic at one of the two pavilions and let the children enjoy the splash pad, playground, or treats at the snack bar. Adults will enjoy fine dining at the Queenston Heights restaurant and sample from its award-winning wine cellar. Relax by the band shell, or playing a vigorous game of tennis.
The park is a monument to the historic sites associated with Brock's war. A walking tour takes visitors past several historical sites, and though the center of Brock's monument. Brock's monument stands in tribute to the war of 1812. Major-General Isaac Brock of the British forces raced from Fort George to Queenston, where he was fatally wounded.
The first monument was bombed in 1840. The second has stood tribute since 1853. Plans are being made for centennial events beginning in 2012. This is an important milestone shared by both Canada and the United States. It is our declaration of 200 years peace.
Many battles were fought along the Niagara River in 1812. Many of the historical sites have been preserved for future generations to enjoy. Whether visitors come for the tennis, gardens, historical aspects, or restaurant, Queenstone Heights Park is a pleasant place to spend the afternoon.
