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Springwater Conservation Area
The Springwater Forest is the most popular with three main trails to discover covering eight kilometres…
Ontario’s Conservation Areas Visitor Guide
More than 300 Conservation Areas just waiting to be explored. Maps, natural and cultural features, attractions, tips, and more!
Step Into Nature APP now available
Explore over 300 Conservation Areas across Ontario, boasting more than 3,500km of picturesque trails just waiting to be discovered! Now available for download on iOS and Android.
Conservation Areas Map
Use our map to locate more than 300 Conservation Areas across Ontario. Plan your trip to any of Ontario’s Conservation Areas based on Location, Activity, Facilities, Accessibility and more.
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Join the Healthy Hikes challenge and take a hike at a Conservation Area near you!
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Show us what you’ve been up to! Share your memories with us by uploading photos of hikes, wildlife, vistas, camping trips, selfies, and any other incredible outdoor adventures at Conservation Areas.
Ontario’s 36 Conservation Authorities own and protect a total of 150,000 hectares.
This includes forests, wetlands, areas of natural and scientific interest, recreational lands, natural heritage and cultural sites, as well as, land for flood and erosion control.
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There are more than 300 Conservation Areas across Ontario waiting to be explored. Plan your visit and #StepIntoNature #Healthy Hikes!
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Rockwood Conservation Area
With towering limestone cliffs, caves and glacial potholes, it’s no wonder that Rockwood Conservation Area is…
Rattray Marsh Conservation Area
For all you nature lovers who are looking for a quick escape from your busy lives,…
Rattlesnake Point Conservation Area
From bold-faced cliffs to beautiful views of the escarpment, Rattlesnake Point Conservation Area offers a fun…
Old Baldy Conservation Area
Looking for a different kind of adventure? If you love hiking and rock climbing, Old Baldy…
Eramosa Karst Conservation Area
At Eramosa Karst Conservation Area, the park is filled with treasures including forests, meadows and underground streams.
Bruce’s Mill Conservation Area
Looking for a fun place for a family outing? Head out to Bruce’s Mill Conservation Area in Stouffville…
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Happy Halloween! 👻🎃
Did you know Conservation Areas make the perfect backdrop for spooktacular fun—with a touch of wildlife? 🦉
Plan a visit to select CAs for family-friendly thrills and chills!
Adventure starts here! Find your next trail with just a tap! Download the Step Into Nature app to discover Conservation Areas, trails, attractions, and amenities — all at your fingertips. 📍📱https://ontarioconservationareas.ca/step-into-nature-app/
Fall is in the air — and so is the fun! 🌾Celebrate the season at Ontario’s Conservation Areas with fall festivals full of colourful trails, local treats, and family-friendly activities. Get outside, stay active, and make this fall a healthy, happy one!
Reconnect with yourself through a Forest Therapy Walk — guided or on your own — at your local Conservation Area. 🍃
Breathe deep. Slow down. Feel the forest.
Explore Autumn’s colours by stepping into Ontario’s Conservation Areas. 🍁
Vibrant colours, crisp trails, and endless ways to explore — hike, bike, jog, or birdwatch your way through the season. 🌲
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This #WorldMentalHealthDay, take a moment for you. 💚 #StepIntoNature at one of Ontario's Conservation Areas and let nature re-energize you with its beauty and calming landscapes. Learn more about the benefits of #HealthyHikes: 🥾
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Today on #WorldConservationDay, we’re celebrating the vital work of Conservation Authorities in protecting people and property from natural hazards like flooding and erosion — while conserving the natural resources that support healthy communities. 🌍💧🌿 #conservationmatters
25 Years of Source Water Protection in Ontario
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