Hillcrest Park is a public park located in Thunder Bay, Ontario. The Park is located in the city's north end (formerly

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). The Park's location provides scenic views of the city, the

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, and the Sleeping Giant. Located within the park is a

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memorial for the Lake Superior Regiment. The memorial includes an honour roll of those killed in action, and a Universal Carrier; a vehicle used by the regiment. Located at the north end of the park is the ''Sunken Gardens'' with over 70 varieties of flowers in a unique configuration of walkways and benches.Thunder Bay Parks and Recreation - Hillcrest Park
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