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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!
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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.
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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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Make the most of the warm weather by exploring Ontario’s Conservation Areas. ☀️ From hiking and cycling to paddling, camping, and birdwatching—there’s something for everyone to enjoy. 🛶 ...https://ontarioconservationareas.ca/find-a-conservation-area/things-to-do/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_content=ap_4pcrmvrqws
Whether you're paddling through wetlands or out on the lake, every safe boating choice helps protect people, wildlife, and Conservation Areas. 🚤 This #SafeBoatingAwarenessWeek, remember to:
✅ Wear your lifejacket
✅ Slow down near shorelines
✅ Keep fuel and waste out of the... water
✅ Respect wildlife and protected areas
Stay safe—and help keep our waters healthy 🌊
On #EndangeredSpeciesDay, we recognize the many ways Conservation Authorities protect species at risk across Ontario. 🦎 From stream health monitoring to restoring wetlands and grasslands, this work supports healthy, resilient watersheds for wildlife and communities alike.
Small actions today create a cleaner tomorrow .♻️Join Ontario’s Day of Action on Litter by leaving no trace when you visit Conservation Areas this long weekend. Do your part to help keep these natural spaces clean and beautiful. 🌿
It’s World Migratory Bird Day 🐦 Conservation areas provide essential stopover habitats for migratory birds on their incredible journeys. By protecting these natural spaces, we help birds rest, refuel, and thrive. Take a moment to visit a local conservation area and witness migration in action.... 🌿https://ontarioconservationareas.ca/conservation-areas/category/birdwatching/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_content=ap_buxecklc1j
Enjoy the outdoors this weekend with FREE fishing in Ontario 🎣No licence needed—it’s the perfect chance to start a new tradition or spend the day at your favourite Conservation Area. Get outside and make the most of it ...🌿https://ontarioconservationareas.ca/conservation-areas/category/fishing/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_content=ap_hbg6aglimb
Happy Great Lakes Day! 🌊 The Great Lakes are vital to our communities, wildlife, and way of life—and Conservation Authorities play a key role in protecting the watersheds that flow into them.
It’s Emergency Preparedness Week 🚨Conservation Authorities issue flood messages by providing local agencies and the public with notice, information, and advice so that they can respond during severe rainfall events with the potential for flooding, and during flood-related emergencies. ...https://tinyurl.com/53j38wry?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_content=ap_8vvxnfrtdu
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