Discover Oshawa
18 carefully curated photography spots with GPS coordinates, shooting tips, and local insights
**Parkwood Estate**
A historic estate with gardens and architecture, suitable for capturing classic portraits and historical details.
Parkwood Estate
A historic estate with beautiful gardens and stunning architecture. It offers a unique blend of historical and natural elements perfect for capturing architectural and garden photography.
**McLaughlin Bay Wildlife Reserve**
Offers opportunities for wildlife photography with its diverse flora and fauna.
Oshawa Valley Botanical Gardens
This serene garden oasis boasts colorful floral displays, tranquil ponds, and scenic pathways. It provides a picturesque backdrop for engagement and family photos, with notable spots like the rose garden and Japanese garden.
Lakeview Park
Overlooking Lake Ontario, Lakeview Park offers stunning waterfront views, sandy beaches, and lush greenery. It’s ideal for family and couple photography, providing a picturesque backdrop with the pier, beachfront, and gardens.
**Harmony Valley Conservation Area**
Features forested trails, meadows, and serene ponds, ideal for family portraits and nature photography.
**Lakeview Park**
Located in Oshawa, this park offers a lakeside setting with potential for sunset shots over the water.
**Lynde Shores Conservation Area**
Features wetlands and forests, offering opportunities for nature and wildlife photography.
Second Marsh Wildlife Area
A protected area with diverse wildlife and scenic views, ideal for nature and wildlife photography.
Simcoe Point
A scenic point offering beautiful views of Lake Ontario. It’s ideal for capturing sunsets and landscapes.
McLaughlin Bay Wildlife Reserve
A natural haven for wildlife photography, featuring diverse habitats that attract various species of birds and animals. Ideal for capturing nature and wildlife shots in a serene environment.
**Heber Down Conservation Area**
A natural area with trails and potential for capturing wildlife and landscapes.
Downtown Oshawa
The urban heart of Oshawa, offering a blend of street photography opportunities with its shops, cafes, and historic buildings.
Ontario Tech University
A campus with modern architecture and green spaces, offering opportunities for architectural and street photography.
Campus of the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) and Durham College
A modern campus with diverse architecture, offering opportunities for urban and architectural photography.
Campbell's Cemetery
A historic cemetery with old graves and scenic grounds, offering opportunities for historical and architectural photography.
Oshawa Creek
A natural waterway running through the city, providing scenic views and opportunities for nature photography.
Intrepid Park
A community park with sports facilities and open spaces, providing opportunities for capturing local sports and community events.