Saltfleet Conservation Area

wetlands at Saltfleet Conservation Area rural Hamilton Ontario

Saltfleet Conservation Area is HCA’s newest area to explore and is located south of the Niagara Escarpment in the Upper Stoney Creek and Upper Battlefield Creek watersheds. Saltfleet boasts nearly 268 acres of unique natural features. Currently, the area offers a single trail, the Heritage Green Community Trust Trail, which connects to the Dofasco 2000 Trail and Devil’s Punchbowl CA. The newly created wetland is already providing habitat for aquatic plants, birds, amphibians, fish and other wildlife. Perfect for hiking.

Crawford Lake Conservation Area

longhouse at Crawford Lake Conservation Area in Milton Ontario

Crawford Lake Conservation Area is a truly exceptional park with a truly exceptional lake. Scientists researching this sediment in the early 1970s discovered corn pollen dating from the 13th to 15th century. This led to the discovery of the archaeological footprints of a Wendat or Attawandaron village. Three longhouses from this village have been reconstructed on their original footprint to help educate the public about the area’s Indigenous history through programs, exhibits, gardens, and workshops developed with Indigenous partners of the park.

Orphan Lake Trail

Sign and map on trailhead

Explore the 6.0-kilometer loop trail near Agawa Bay, Ontario, which is generally considered an easy route and takes an average of 1 hour and 45 minutes to complete. This trail is a popular destination for camping, hiking, and running, but you can still enjoy some quiet time during less busy hours. The best time to visit this trail is between March and November. Dogs are allowed on the trail but must be kept on a leash.

Dana-Jowsey Lakes Provincial Park

The shoreline of Dana Lake has several mature stands of red and white pine. There are no visitor facilities, but the park offers fishing, swimming, boating, and hiking. It is located 30 kilometers west of Timmins.

Kapuskasing Riverside Park

People walking on trail with dog

Designated a Healthy Community, the Town of Kapuskasing encourages you to add some kilometres to your life by exploring one or more of its identified routes and trails. Hint: the Brown route is The Loop!

Upper Garden Nature Retreat

Exterior of cabin

Upper Garden Nature Retreat offers year-round luxury cottage rentals, nature trails, and wildlife viewing. We are conveniently located just minutes off  Highway 11, north of Muskoka, less than a 3 hour drive north of Toronto, Ontario.

Terrace Wolfpack

metal sculpture of a wolf situated on top of a mountain

The hike up to the Terrace Wolfpack is a short 10-15 minute hike. Feeling more adventurous? Return to the main trail for a challenging hike to an upper viewpoint.

Carvings on Howe Creek Trail

mushroom carving on a trail

Carved by local artist JJ Jung, this huge wood carving shows an eagle in a nest with her young. Nestled along the stunning Howe Creek walking trail - this is an easy walking trail for all abilities. Along the way you'll discover this art installation and a wooden bench with a giant carved mushrooom too. 

Parc National d’Opemican

sun shining through mist over river

It’s difficult to remain unmoved by such an awe-inspiring place. A paradise for nautical activities, an ideal family destination, a dream location for a walk through the historic heart of log driving—book a stay at the campground and find out for yourself.

Zec Kipawa

aerial view of lake and large expanse of forest

The ZEC Kipawa is a controlled harvesting zone. En francais that's "zone d'exploitation contrôlée" (ZEC). An excellent destination for camping, mountain biking, hunting, fishing, or just walking the forest trails, it's busiest from May to October.

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