Columbia Lake – Laurel Creek loop from Laurier - Waterloo Park

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Columbia Lake – Laurel Creek loop from Laurier - Waterloo Park

Moderate

hikers

Columbia Lake – Laurel Creek loop from Laurier - Waterloo Park

02:52

11.2km

40m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 1, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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2.28 km

Columbia Lake

Highlight • Lake

Columbia Lake is a shallow, man-made lake designed as part of a stormwater and wetland system on the University of Waterloo campus. The water is generally still, with large sections …

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2.97 km

Laurel Creek

Highlight • River

Laurel Creek runs quietly alongside much of the trail. In most sections, it’s wide like a small river, with reeds, grasses, and low vegetation lining the banks. The water level …

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3.35 km

Laurel Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Laurel Trail runs for about eight kilometres alongside Laurel Creek, connecting Uptown Waterloo with the University of Waterloo and down to Columbia Lake. It’s a multi-use route with a mix …

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4.74 km

View of Laurel Creek

Highlight • Viewpoint

private area; Adult admission is $6.86.

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5.90 km

Laurelwood Park

Nature Reserve

10.7 km

Memorial Boulder

Highlight • Monument

Set just off the path in Waterloo Park, this large glacial boulder carries a bronze plaque honouring Prof. C.F. Thiele for his long-standing contribution to band music in the City …

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11.2 km

End point

Train Station

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