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Adventure Awaits At Conservation Areas

Conservation Areas offer something for everyone. If you’re after fun and thrilling experiences at Conservation Areas, we’ve got you covered! Whether on land or water, there’s something for everyone, from mountain biking to tubing and everything in-between. There are also many low-key activities to participate in at your own pace such as hiking, birdwatching or camping. So, choose your own course!

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Many Conservation Areas offer free admission. See the listing of Conservation Areas where it doesn’t cost a thing to experience the joys of nature.

Reserve Your Park Visit

Have you ever tried visiting a popular spot only to be turned away because they were at capacity? It’s a bummer, right! Luckily, you don’t have to worry about missing the opportunity to visit some of the more high-traffic (popular and busy) Conservation Areas or sites. All you have to do to guarantee an interrupted experience is to book a mandatory online reservation for the date and time of your choice to visit the following Conservation Areas. Happy trails!

Let’s Camp! Reserve Your Spot

Camping is a popular activity at many Conservation Areas. We invite you to sleep under the stars in your tent or trailer. Find a Conservation Area to book your next camping adventure.

Experience Four Seasons At Conservation Areas

The operating dates for Conservation Areas are either Year-Round or May to October.

Wetlands

There’s So Much To Do At Conservation Areas

Spend time on an interpretive trail, explore a museum or historical site, participate in a guided birdwatching tour, try fishing, sit on the beach and soak up the sunshine, explore caves or ID wildlife tracks while you snowshoe.

Conservation Areas provide Ontarians with the opportunity to #StepIntoNature and enjoy outdoor recreation at their leisure. Click on an activity you’re interested in to find out which Conservation Areas offer that activity.

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Rockwood Conservation Area

Rockwood Conservation Area

With towering limestone cliffs, caves and glacial potholes, it’s no wonder that Rockwood Conservation Area is…

Rattray Marsh Conservation Area

Rattray Marsh Conservation Area

For all you nature lovers who are looking for a quick escape from your busy lives,…

Rattlesnake Point Conservation Area

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

Old Baldy Conservation Area

Looking for a different kind of adventure? If you love hiking and rock climbing, Old Baldy…

Eramosa Karst Conservation Area

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

Bruce’s Mill Conservation Area

Looking for a fun place for a family outing? Head out to Bruce’s Mill Conservation Area in Stouffville…