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Every Conservation Area offers a different experience. Some offer the opportunity to learn about the environment or nature.
Others provide the outdoor enthusiast with great outdoor experiences with many surrounding wonders to indulge in.
Conservation Areas may be located in Southwestern, Greater Toronto Area, Niagara, Central, Eastern, North Eastern and North Western Ontario regions.
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| Mountsberg Wildlife Centre Conservation Area | |
| The extensive wetlands of the Mountsberg Conservation Area are a birdwatcher’s paradise. Waterfowl and shorebirds clamber about a misty lake while hundreds of warblers flit through forest and meadow. Nature surrounds you at this sce... | |
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| Petticoat Creek Conservation Area | |
| Located on the shores of Lake Ontario, Petticoat Creek Conservation Area offers an incredible view of the bluffs. The centre piece of the area is a 1.25-acre supervised swimming pool the largest outdoor pool in Ontario where you can escap... | |
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| Port Hope Conservation Area | |
| Port Hope Conservation Area, which is 89.94 acres (36.4 ha) in size, is tucked beside the Ganaraska River. This land was acquired on February 3, 1964. The woodland trails along the Ganaraska River are rich in plant life and great for a pi... | |
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| Purple Woods Conservation Area | |
| Purple Woods Conservation Area, the site of the Central Lake Ontario Conservation Authority’s annual Purple Woods Maple Syrup Festival, is a 17-hectare sugar maple forest and open meadow located in the midst of the provincially signific... | |
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| Rattlesnake Point Conservation Area | |
| The Rattlesnake Point Conservation Area has some of the most inspiring scenic viewing found anywhere. Five breathtaking lookouts dot the edge of towering cliffs of Ontario’s striking Niagara Escarpment. With excellent hiking trails... | |
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| Rattray Marsh Conservation Area | |
| Rattray Marsh is an "environmental gem" located in a unique natural setting within the City of Mississauga . As the last remaining lakefront marsh between Toronto and Burlington , this environmentally sensitive wetland offers a diff... | |
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| Rice Lake Conservation Area | |
| Rice Lake Conservation Area is located east of Bewdley in Hamilton Township. The 181.91 acre (73.6 ha) piece of wetland was acquired on April 28, 1972. There is plenty of space and beautiful spots to explore in this passive and naturalize... | |
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| Richardson's Lookout Conservation Area | |
| Richardson’s Lookout is located west of Garden Hill in the Municipality of Port Hope (formerly Hope Township). This 3.02-acre (1.2 ha) property was acquired on December 31, 1962. A platform provides a panoramic view of the headwater... | |
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| Spencer Gorge|Webster Falls Conservation Area | |
| From the escarpment brow, noted for its panoramas, to the forested depths of the gorge below, the Spencer Gorge/Webster's Falls Conservation Area exhibits the physical features which have made the Niagara Escarpment one of Ontario's m... | |
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| Sylvan Glen Conservation Area | |
| Sylvan Glen Conservation Area offers a great place to relax. The 4.65 acre (1.9 ha) property, which is located in the Municipality of Port Hope (formerly Hope Township), was acquired on December 3, 1956. A gauging station ... | |
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| Terra Cotta Conservation Area | |
| Terra Cotta Conservation Area consists of 485 acres of unique natural environment that has gone through significant changes over the years and is now an excellent representation of the Niagara Escarpment features. The Area for many years ... | |
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| Thurne Parks Conservation Area | |
| Thurne Parks, which consists of 46.52 acres (18.8 ha), was acquired on December 9, 1976. Located in the Municipality of Clarington, it is a great spot for bird watching and nature photography. Directions Exit Highway 401 at Highwa... | |
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| Valens Conservation Area | |
| Nestled within the splendid pine and spruce forest at Valens are 220 campsites -- 83 sites with hydro and water. An additional 10 sites are available for group camping. The campground is open for camping in any season. Th... | |
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| Westfield Heritage Village Conservation Area | |
| Here you'll find a stunning collection of over 30 historical buildings which has made Westfield one of the most interesting historical destinations in Ontario. Carefully restored and staffed with costumed interpreters, the buildings c... | |
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