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Springwater Conservation Area
The Springwater Forest is the most popular with three main trails to discover covering eight kilometres…
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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!
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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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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Don't miss the Candlelit Night Hike at Sulphur Spring Conservation Area on February 12th! 🕯
https://ontarioconservationareas.ca/conservation-areas/sulphur-spring/
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Registration is officially open for the Annual Island Lake Ice Fishing Derby! 🎣
Plan your visit to Island Lake Conservation Area: https://ontarioconservationareas.ca/conservation-areas/island-lake/
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Looking for plans February 14th? 💌 Join Cataraqui Conservation for a special Valentines Forest Therapy Walk and spend time with yourself, with friends, or with loved ones, in nature! #StepIntoNature #healthyhikes
Hit the trails by bike or foot this season and enjoy the outdoors at Albion Hills! 🚴
Plan your visit: https://ontarioconservationareas.ca/conservation-areas/albion-hills/
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The Lake Niapenco reservoir at Binbrook Conservation Area is officially open for ice fishing! 🎣
Plan your visit: https://ontarioconservationareas.ca/conservation-areas/binbrook/
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Visit Westfield Heritage Village Conservation Area to experience Maple Syrup Season.🍁 Running on Sundays from February 23, until the end of March. Plan your visit: https://ontarioconservationareas.ca/conservation-areas/westfield-heritage-village/
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