The Eramosa Karst is the Hamilton Conservation Authority's newest conservation area. It is located in the southwestern section of the Stoney Creek area of Hamilton. Karsts are geological formations including underground drainage, caves and passages cause ...










Falls Reserve is a 230 acre property that is nearly enclosed by the Maitland River. It features terrific views of cascading waterfalls and limestone cliffs. Over thousands of years the river has carved its way through the rock leaving behind the rugged l ...














Come witness the seasons change at Fanshawe Conservation Area, as we have something for everyone. April to October you can make Fanshawe home on one of our seasonal campsites, or simply enjoy the privacy of an overnight campsite. Take time to fish for Bas ...
















Welcome to Fifty Point Conservation Area on Lake Ontario, a magnificent 80-hectare park with superb marina facilities in Stoney Creek. It's the place to be for a swim in Lake Ontario, family camping or a picnic for groups of any size. Fifty Point is parti ...



















High atop a granite ridge overlooking the historic Upper Rideau waterway and the Village of Westport, is Foley Mountain. Foley is famous for its dynamic, hands-on environmental education programs for schools and youth groups, as well as summer day camps a ...













Strategically located as a supply depot during the War of 1812, the Fort Willow area was also actively used for centuries by Aboriginal peoples, the fur trade and French explorers as part of a major transportation route known as the Nine Mile Portage. Wit ...








The 11,000 acre Ganaraska Forest is one of the largest blocks of forested land in southern Ontario. Today the forest is a living example of how the principles of integrated resource management can be used to balance many different uses of forested lands o ...











Located at the crossroads of the Niagara Escarpment and the Oak Ridges Moraine, Glen Haffy Conservation Area has dramatic hills and mature forests with breathtaking views. It’s also home to a fish hatchery that raises thousands of rainbow trout, which hal ...









Enjoy a few hours at this scenic getaway. The Mad River winds through the conservation area, offering opportunities for fishing.







Gould Lake Conservation Area is 589 hectares of wilderness located in the Canadian Shield. It is a day use area with 20 km of beautiful trails crossing rolling and rugged terrain along the lake. Picnic tables and privies are available adjacent to the beac ...












There's a lot of room for recreation at this 1,608 hectares ( 3,971 acres) conservation area created with the construction of the Guelph Lake dam in 1974. A newly developed concert area with a unique living roof is on an island in the middle of the lake. ...














Local school boards operate the outdoor education centre located at this 138 hectare (341 acres) Conservation Area. Many of the trails begin right at the main parking lot, radiating out into several different directions where hikers can explore a variety ...








Nestled along the shores of Lake Erie, Haldimand Conservation Area provides campers and day visitors with a quiet place to relax and enjoy the outdoors. Camping, swimming, and bird-watching are popular activities. Over 230 campsites are offered in four c ...







The calm beauty of Hazelwood Lake is the crown jewel of this Conservation Area. Enjoy the trails and amazing views as you explore. The lake offers a fantastic venue for canoeing, kayaking, swimming, and fishing in the summer, and snowshoeing and ice fishi ...












Set around a small natural kettle lake, Heart Lake Conservation Area offers a variety of activities and amenities for you and your family to enjoy including: New Pool & Splash Pad - Cool down in our 840 square metre pool and splash pad with 30+ wetla ...












The Heber Down Conservation Area offers a variety of activities. Group camping, fishing, nature walks, and picnicking are all popular activities that can be carried out just a short distance from home. The natural valley of the Lynde Creek bisects a port ...












Sand trails cut through rolling hardwood and evergreen forests. Trail rating markers on map are for non-winter use only. In Winter, the Sawmill Nordic Centre is part of the Bruce Ski Club. They host nordic skiing and snowshoeing. The trails are packed, ...





The entire family will enjoy the clear, sheltered waters and two natural sandy beaches of Hibou. Picnic facilities and playground equipment help to round out a full day at the beach. There is a nominal parking fee of $3.00 in effect from mid-June to Labou ...











One of the premier areas for viewing marsh life, this 850-acre marsh is located on County Rd. 20 in Leamington, just minutes from Point Pelee National Park. It boasts an amazing nature centre and more than 5 kilometres of nature trails that wind through ...











Exploring the enchanted forests of Hilton Falls Conservation Area is a natural treat with more than 30 km of trails boasting some of the best hiking, mountain biking and cross-country skiing around. The blazing colours of fall are only surpassed by the be ...












