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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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Adventure awaits! Discover your next adventure with boat rentals at Christie Lake and Valens Lake Conservation Areas. 🛶 Plan your visit:
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@Hamilton_CA3 days ago
Hamilton’s conservation areas offer a wealth of outdoor activities, but for many, boating stands out as a highlight. HCA is excited to share that boat rentals are once again available at Christie Lake and Valens Lake Conservation Areas! Here’s your guide to boating at HCA’s…
What are you waiting for?! Head to Schmidt Lake Conservation Area this weekend and soak up the sun. ☀️ #StepIntoNature #healthyhikes
@saugeenca1 weeks ago
Explore Schmidt Lake in Greenock Swamp, Southern Ontario’s largest forested wetland!
🌳 7 km of trails, scenic lookouts, and a floating boardwalk await. A natural sponge, it absorbs water in floods and releases it in droughts.
🌐 Plan your visit: http://www.saugeenconservation.ca/schmidt
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