Your Guide to Huron County Hiking

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www.ontarioswestcoast.caPage 1 Huron County’s Hiking Experience Welcome to Huron County . . . Ontario’s West Coast! Discover the enjoyment of the outdoors for pleasure and improved health through walking, cycling and cross country skiing. Located in Southwestern Ontario, Huron County offers trail enthusiasts of all ages and skill levels a variety of terrains from natural paths to partially paved routes. Come and explore!

Huron County is a vacation destination of charm, culture, beauty and endless possibilities! Contact the address or number below and ask for your free copy of the Ontario’s West Coast Vacation Guide to help plan your hiking adventure! For the outdoor recreation enthusiast, Huron County also offers a free Cycling Guide and a Fish/Paddle brochure. For information about these and additional conservation areas and heritage walking tours, contact us.

GEORGIAN BAY

Owen Sound

LAKE SIMCOE LAKE HURON Barrie

Kincardine

HURON COUNTY Wingham

Goderich Blyth Brussels Toronto Clinton Bayfield Seaforth Kitchener/ Zurich Hensall Waterloo Guelph LAKE Exeter Stratford Grand Bend ONTARIO MICHIGAN Niagara Falls, Hamilton USA Trail User’s Code Niagara Falls Port Huron London Sarnia

LAKE ST. CLAIR Detroit

Windsor LAKE ERIE

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For your complete Huron County travel information package contact: [email protected] or call 1-888-524-8394 Ext. 3 County of Huron, 57 Napier St., Goderich, Ontario • N7A 1W2 Publication supported by the County of Huron Page 2 Printed in Canada • Spring 2016 (Sixth Edition) How To Use This Guide This Guide Book is designed as a quick and easy guide to hiking trails in Huron County. Each trail is numbered on the Reference Map on the next page (more detailed driving directions are included with each trail description). Use the Map Reference Number to locate the page where the corresponding trail description is located. Each trail description and corresponding map provides additional information on trail distance, level of difficulty, trail use, trail hazards, trail surface and cost (if any). If you encounter “on the ground” trail marker issues, please contact the associated trail contact (on page 4).

Level of Difficulty: Level 1 - easy, for family with young children Level 2 - moderate, wear comfortable and sturdy shoes Level 3 - some hills, natural path Level 4 - hilly, for more experienced hikers

TRAILS ROADS MAP ELEMENTS Maitland Trail Provincial Highway Contours GART County Road Railway Main Trail Municipal Road Watercourses Alternate Trail Private Road Wooded Areas Side Trail Unblazed Trail

POINTS OF INTEREST

Walking or Hiking Pets (on leash) Scenic Lookout Picnic Area

Cross-Country Skiing Birdwatching Point of Interest Picnic Shelter

Cycling Fishing Parking Camping

Wheelchair Access Exercise Station Washrooms

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Page 3 Trail Contacts Ausable Bayfield Conservation Authority Phone: (519) 235-2610 or 1-888-286-2610 Website: www.abca.on.ca

Bayfield River Valley Trail Association P.O. Box 531 Bayfield Ont. N0M 1G0 Website: www.bayfieldtrails.com

County of Huron Economic Development Phone: (519) 524-8394 ext. 3 Tourism Website: www.ontarioswestcoast.ca

Friends of Hullett Incorporated/ Hullett Marsh Phone: (519) 482-7011 Website: www.hullettmarsh.com

G2G Rail Trail Website: http://www.g2grailtrail.com

Huron County Health Unit Phone: (519) 482-3416 or 1-877-837-6143 Website: www.huronhealthunit.ca

Hike Ontario Phone: (905) 277-4453 or 1-800-894-7249 Website: www.hikeontario.com

Maitland Valley Conservation Authority Phone: (519) 335-3557 Website: www.mvca.on.ca

Maitland Trail Association Phone: 1-800-280-7637 Website: www.maitlandtrail.ca

Menesetung Bridge Association Phone: (519)524-6988 Website: www.menesetungbridgeassociation.org

Municipality of Bluewater Phone: (519) 236-4351 or 1-877-236-4351 Website: www.town.bluewater.on.ca

North Huron Trail Grooming Inc. Phone: (519) 482-9113 Website www.ofsc.on.ca (District 9) or www. northhurontrailgroomers.com

Ontario Nature Phone: 1-800-440-2366 Website: www.ontarionature.org

Point Farms Provincial Park Phone: (519) 524-7124 Website: www.ontarioparks.com

Township of North Huron Recreation Department Phone: (519) 357-1208 Website: www.northhuron.ca

Tourism Goderich Phone: 519-524-6600 or 1-800-280-7637 Website: www.goderich.ca

Woodlands Links Phone: (519) 482-7144 Website: www.woodlandslinks.com

Thank-you to members and staff of these groups for their assistance in compiling and editing this Guide; also special thanks to staff of Huron County Economic Development Services and Geographic Information Systems, in particular Rachel Martin, Nick Courtney and Erin Norsworthy. Page 4 1 Wingham Community Trail 1

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81°19'15"W 81°19'0"W 81°18'45"W 81°18'30"W 81°18'15"W 0 50 100 200 m !F !( !Í !Æ 0 250 500 1,000 ft ÉN Scenic View from the CNR Bridge The Wingham Community Trail runs from east to west, meandering along the old abandoned rail bed, crossing the Maitland River and then it makes a loop around the Turnberry Flood Plain Conservation Area to take you back.

Several benches are placed along the trail on the east side of the river. A covered gazebo is at the east end of the trail. Enjoy the scenic view of the river from the old CNR Bridge and the natural growth and plantings along the trail. North Huron Recreation Department is trail contact.

Distance 2.5 km loop, 1.1km east of Josephine St.

Difficulty Level Level 1 - east side of river Level 3 - west side of river

Trail Use Walking, Cycling, Skiing, Wheelchair Accessible, Pets on leash

Trail Hazards None evident

Trail Surface Paved/brick, natural surface, recycled plastic decking on bridge

Cost for Using Trail None

Driving Directions Several trail access points. The trail crosses the main street, Josephine Street, near the railway tracks.

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43°50'0"N 43°49'45"N 43°49'30"N 0 50 100 200 m 0 250 500 1,000 ft N Cedar Lowlands and Hemlock Forest The Wawanosh Valley Conservation Area, location of the Wawanosh Nature Centre, is an area highlighted by a scenic 3 km trail loop. The trail crosses the Belgrave Creek, passes through meadows with hedgerow plantings and down a steep hill to the cedar lowlands at the river.

A boardwalk leads through the hemlock forest to the upland hardwoods or red pine plantation. Follow the edge of the forest back to the parking lot area. Maitland Valley Conservation Authority is the trail contact.

Distance 3 km loop

Difficulty Level Level 2-moderate, wear comfortable, sturdy shoes

Trail Use Walking, Skiing, Pets on leash

Trail Hazards Poison ivy along the creek and river. Trail west of Nature Centre, bridge out November-May

Trail Surface Natural surface, some boardwalks

Cost for Trail Use None

Driving Directions County Rd. #4 (London Rd.) North of Blyth to Nature Centre Road, turn left (west). About 7 km on right.

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0 250 500 1,000 ft N A Stone Arch and a Fisherman’s Trail The development of this trail has been a community project including a walking trail, a fitness trail and a fish habitat improvement area. The trail is situated on the former CPR rail line and runs adjacent to the Blyth Brook. Along the trail, hikers will see wood duck nesting boxes as you enjoy the spectacular vista view of the countryside. The trail ends at a unique stone arch bridge built by the Grand Trunk Railway. Parking is available just east of the bridge.The trail runs east and west of the bridge located on County Rd. #4 in Blyth. North Huron Recreation Department is trail contact.

Distance 1.37 km with 0.46 km loop

Difficulty Level Level 1 - easy, for family with young children Level 2 - moderate, wear comfortable, sturdy shoes

Trail Use Walking, Cycling, Skiing, Wheelchair Accessible, Pets on leash

Trail Hazards None evident

Trail Surface Natural surface, wood chips

Cost for Using Trail None

Driving Directions Blyth is located on County Road #4 (London Rd.) half way between Clinton and Wingham.

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0 250 500 1,000 ft N A Spectacular Natural Waterfall This trail offers hiking in a beautiful natural setting along the Maitland River. The trail starts from the entrance parking lot. Follow the road past the fish pond to the start of the trail. The trail leads down the steep hill behind the wind mill and follows the wide shallow river to the scenic Benmiller Falls.

Continue on the Maitland trail (white blazes trail, then follow the blue blazes trail) back to the pond. The Maitland Valley Conservation Authority is the trail contact; Falls Reserve Contact - 519-524-6429

Distance 3.2 km loop

Difficulty Level Level 2 - moderate, wear comfortable, sturdy shoes Level 3 - some hills, natural path

Trail Use Walking, Skiing, Pets on leash

Trail Hazards Poison ivy along the river

Trail Surface Natural surface, Groomed ski trail (winter)

Cost for Using Trail Day use fees posted at gatehouse

Driving Directions From Goderich go 6 km east on Highway #8 to County Rd. #1, turn left to Benmiller then follow the signs. The Falls Reserve is located just west of Benmiller, off County Rd #31. Page 8 Point Farms Provincial Park 5

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2 0 0 190 200 81°43'30"W 81°43'15"W 81°43'0"W 81°42'45"W 81°42'30"W 81°42'15"W 81°42'0"W 0 100 200 400 m !F !( !G !Í !Æ !9 É 0 500 1,000 2,000 ft N Former Farmland Bluff and Beach Hiking Point Farms Provincial Park hosts a diverse trail network. In all, 7km of trails will take you through open fields, a climax forest, down and along the bluff to see limestone outcroppings of Lake Huron. There are many branches off of the trails so that a shorter hike may be enjoyed. No motorized vehicles are allowed on the trails. A map is available at the park office during the camping season (mid May to Thanksgiving).

Point Farms Provincial Park is the trail contact: 519-524-7124.

Distance 7 km

Difficulty level Level 1 and 2 (easy - moderate)

Trail Use Walking, Cycling, Skiing, Pets on leash

Trail Hazards None evident

Trail Surface Natural surface

Cost for using trail Day use fees posted at park office.

Driving Directions 7km north of Goderich on Hwy #21 on the left. When the park is open, park in the parking lots ($); during the off season, park at the Hwy #21 entrance.

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Tourism Goderich is the trail contact: 1-800-280-7637

Distance 1.5 km linear

Difficulty Level Level 1- easy, for family with young children

Trail Use Walking, Wheelchair Accessible, No bicycles or dogs permitted on boardwalk. (Dog friendly area on part of St. Christophers beach and free run area south of Rotary Cove.)

Trail Hazards None evident

Trail Surface All boardwalk

Cost for Using Trail None

Driving Directions Take West Street, from The Square in downtown Goderich, to the Main Beach, St. Christopher’s Beach and Rotary Cove. Page 10 Maitland Cemetery 7 81°41'15"W 81°41'0"W 81°40'45"W 81°40'30"W

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81°41'15"W 81°41'0"W 81°40'45"W 81°40'30"W 0 50 100 200 m !F !( !G !Í !Æ É 0 250 500 1,000 ft 81°40'45"W N81°40'30"W M a 0 it 2 la 2 n 2 d Scenic River Lookout 30 R Walden Grove iv er In the August 2011 tornado, the network John Galt Grove Lost Corner Grove ![ 210 of trails between the Goderich Cemetery 220 200 Wellington County 2 Tiger Dunlop Grove 40 and the Maitland River was completely Green Legacy Grove The Bog Grove Grace Grove Goderich Grand River Trees Grove City of Conservation flattened. In an effort to rehabilitate Oakville Grove Authority Grove Maitland River Paul Carroll & Power Company Darbyson Grove the area, groves of trees, bushes and Grove Family Grove

The Grove wildflowers have been purchased and Maitland Trail Association Grove planted by sponsoring organizations, 43°44'0"N 43°44'0"N T.D. Bank Grove Huron County communities, families and individuals. Wild Turkey Grove T.D. Bank Come explore the rebirth of a once Grove Home Hardware beautiful pine and maple forest while T.D. Bank Grove Grove Trees Canada walking on wood chipped damage that Cathy Cove Not Like Any !i Other Sunday Grove the F3 tornado left behind. Enjoy the Cemetery spectacular look-out view of the rapids ï 81°40'45"W 81°40'30"W at Pipers Dam eighty feet below. (Please0 50 100 200 m !F !( !G !Í !Æ É stay on trails, as others lead to private0 250 500 ft property). The Town of Goderich is the contact. Distance 2 km Difficulty Level Level 1 and 2 Trail Use Walking Trail Hazards Steep drop-off at riverbank, unmarked trail, steep slope on NW path Trail Surface Loose natural with exposed roots and wet areas and some wood chips Cost for Using Trail None Driving Directions Entrance to the Maitland Cemetery is located on Highway #8, just east of the Town of Goderich between Mill Road and Orchard Line. Page 11

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The blue Sifto Loop starts at the North end of the bridge, turning west, and features the Heritage Oak Tree. The Menesetung Trail (yellow blazes) goes east of the Menesetung Bridge along the north side of the river.

The Maitland Trail and Menesetung Bridge Associations are the trail contacts.

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Trail Hazards None evident; do not throw items from the bridge; no fishing or swimming from Menesetung Bridge; stay on marked trail.

Trail Surface Natural surfaces, stone dust, wood planks on bridge

Cost for Using Trail None; donation box on site beside map board at North Harbour Rd.

Driving Directions Several access points. See map. Page 13 !i ! i

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!F !( !Æ É 0 250 500 1,000 ft N Serene Hiking on the South Edge of Goderich

The Maitland Woods Trail is a lovely serene trail on the south edge of Goderich. It is rich in its variety of trees, plant life and birds, and includes creeks and ponds.

Boardwalks are in place in the wet areas to protect the plant life. This trail offers walking, hiking and skiing in some sections. Pets, on leash, allowed. Tree Identification signage in place. The Maitland Trail Association is the trail contact.

Distance Perimeter length = 3.3 km, with shorter loop options

Difficulty Level Level 1- easy, family with young children (occasionally some wet areas)

Trail Use Walking, Skiing

Trail Hazards Poison Ivy in area near Huckins St. entrance

Trail Surface Natural surface, boardwalks and gravel surface in wet areas

Cost for Using Trail None

Driving Directions Main entrance off Parsons Court at the Columbus Centre. Alternative entrance at the end of Huckins St:Bayfield Road south (Hwy. #21), just past Suncoast Mall, take Huckins Street, trail entrance at end of the street. Walk in trail entrance beside Fire Hall. Page 14 Goderich Millennium Trail 11 43°45'0"N 43°44'45"N 43°44'30"N 43°44'15"N

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Distance & Hwy. #21 to Nelson St. access - 1 km / Level 3 Difficulty Level Nelson St. to Mill Road - 2 km / Level 2

Trail Use Walking, Pets on leash

Trail Hazards Trail is hilly with terracing and boardwalks; steep slopes and exposed tree roots. Stay on the marked trail and walk with caution.

Trail Surface Natural surface, some boardwalks and bridges.

Cost for Using Trail None

Driving Directions Park at east end of Nelson Street or park on northwest side of Hwy. #21 Bridge over Maitland River and walk south over highway bridge to start. Alternate entrance and parking at gate on Mill Road.

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In the winter Naftel’s Creek Conservation Area is a popular trail for cross country skiing. There are 3 side trails and a common trail covering 49 hectares of beautiful forests. The Maitland Valley Conservation Authority is the trail contact.

Distance 3.2 km loop

Difficulty Level Level 2 - moderate, wear comfortable, sturdy shoes

Trail Use Walking, Skiing, Pets on leash

Trail Hazards Poison ivy in wet areas, steep hill on blue trail

Trail Surface Natural surface, some boardwalks

Cost for Using Trail None

Driving Directions Located about 7 km south of Goderich on Hwy. #21. Parking is available just off Hwy. #21 at the trail access point - # 79152. Between Union Rd. and Kitchigami Rd.

Page 16 The Maitland Trail 13 An Extensive Trail System The Maitland Trail follows the north side of the Maitland River Valley. Varied terrain from flat sections, gentle slopes, to steep climbs. Hike along ridges, to down along river flats. Sometimes rugged. Many beautiful vistas and rewarding hiking.

A rich variety of plant and bird life can be seen. These trails offer walking, hiking and snow shoeing, plus skiing in some sections. Please respect privacy where trail crosses landowners’ property. The Maitland Trail Association is the trail contact.

Distance 49 km with some optional side / blue loops Difficulty Level Levels 1, 2, 3, & 4 - conditions vary widely depending on section. Trail Use Walking, Skiing (in some sections), Pets on leash Trail Hazards Some steep cliffs, if you stray off the trail; some road sections Trail Surface Natural surface Cost for Using Trail None (end to end badges available for purchase) Driving Directions Several access points. See map on next page. (Call 1-800-280-7637 to purchase The Maitland Trail Guide with detailed maps.) Goderich to Auburn Rail Trail (G.A.R.T.) 13A Scenic Ponds and Sharpes Creek G.A.R.T. is a pastoral route through Ashfield, Colborne, Wawanosh Township. It passes two scenic ponds, crosses over Sharpes Creek and ends at the intersection of the Maitland Trail. The former rail line does extend east beyond the intersection of the Maitland Trail; however, the original railway bridge near Auburn is out - only the bridge abutments remain.

G2G Inc. (Goderich to Guelph trail) is working on opening the former rail line trail - watch www.g2grailtrail.com for updates.

Snowmobiling is allowed on east 9km; no motorized vehicles otherwise allowed. Horseback riding is permitted along the trail. The Maitland Trail Association or North Huron Trail Grooming Inc. are the trail contacts. Distance 13.35 km linear, Goderich to near Auburn Difficulty Level Level 1-easy, for family with young children Trail Use Walking, Cycling, Skiing, Pets on leash, Horseback riding Wheelchair accessible for the first 4 km from North Harbour Road entrance in Goderich. No ATVs or motorized bikes. Trail Hazards None evident Trail Surface Natural surface, stone dust. Menesetung Bridge - plank surface Cost for Using Trail None Driving Directions Several access points. See detailed map on next page. Page 17 13 &13A The Maitland Trail & Goderich to Auburn Rail Trail (G.A.R.T) 81°45'0"W 81°44'0"W 81°43'0"W 81°42'0"W 81°41'0"W 81°40'0"W 81°39'0"W 81°38'0"W 81°37'0"W 81°36'0"W 81°35'0"W 81°34'0"W 81°33'0"W 81°32'0"W 81°31'0"W

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A side trail takes you through a white cedar forest and along a stream valley where it stops at an old dam where a sawmill once stood. Parking (3 or 4 cars) is available at the access point for the trail. Ontario Nature’s local rep, Tom Lobb is the trail contact.

Distance 1.3 km - white pine loop; 0.6 km cedar side trail (one way)

Difficulty Level Level 3-some hills, natural path

Trail Use Walking, Pets on leash

Trail Hazards Trail and steps can be slippery. Old building foundations near trail.

Trail Surface Natural surface

Cost for Using Trail None

Driving Directions On Hwy. #21 between Bayfield and Goderich, take Kitchigami Rd. East. The Reserve is located just past Porter’s Hill Line, on the south side of road at - # 35913.

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North of the picnic area at the embankment is a Carolinean forest with flora and fauna typical to this type of habitat.

Distance Approximately 7 km through mature woodlots with a variety of tree species.

Difficulty Level Level 3-some hills, natural path

Trail Use Walking, Pets on leash, Skiing, Mountain Biking, Snowmobiling and Snow Shoeing

Trail Hazards Bridges may be slippery when wet. One steep embankment - gradual hills in two sections.

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Driving Directions Located on Maitland Line, Turn north/north east at Holmesville off of HWY#8 on to Sharpes Creek Line. Turn north/north east on to Maitland Line; Parking at intersection of School House Rd. Page 21 16 Woodlands Arboretum

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Distance 2.5 km

Difficulty Level Levels 1 and 2

Trail Use Walking, Cross-Country Skiing

Trail Hazards Use caution when crossing golf course fairways

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Cost for Using Trail None - donations are welcome

Driving Directions Located 3 km west of Clinton on north side of Highway #8 at the Woodlands Links Golf Course.

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Difficulty Level Levels 1 and 2

Trail Use Walking, Snowshoeing, Cycling, Skiing. Pets can be leash free; No motorized vehicles. Hunting is permitted in the area in season as provincially regulated.

Trail Hazards Seasonal Wet Spots

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Cost for Using Trail None - donations are welcome

Driving Directions Several roads access the Hullett Provincial Wildlife Area off of Highway #8 and County Road #4. Page 23 18 Clinton Conservation Area

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A picnic pavillion provides shelter and is a popular place for families. Playground facilities are also available.

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Distance 2 km loop

Difficulty Level Level 1 - easy, for family with young children

Trail Use Walking, Skiing, Pets on leash, Some Wheelchair Access

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Cost for Using Trail Donations accepted by the Lions Club or Ausable Bayfield Conservation Authority

Driving Directions Located on Highway #4, just south of Clinton, next to Highway bridge. (77960 London Rd.) Page 24 Bannockburn Conservation Area 19

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Hunting and motorized vehicles are not permitted. Partially wheelchair accessible. The Ausable Bayfield Conservation Authority is the trail contact.

Distance 1.9 kms

Difficulty Level Level 3-some hills, natural path

Trail Use Walking, Pets on leash, Wheelchair access. (some sections)

Trail Hazards None evident

Trail Surface Natural surface, some boardwalks, stairs.

Cost for Using Trail Donations accepted by Ausable Bayfield Conservation Authority

Driving Directions Located on 76249 Bannockburn Line -1st side road east of Varna off County Rd. #3 (Mill Road).

Page 25 20 Heritage Walking Tours in Huron County streetscape for Exeter’s Main Street while allowing Bayfield shoppers to take a step “back in time” whenever Group guided walking tours available by they walk through the doors. These stately appointment starting from the Archives and structures are still admired and remain a legacy Heritage Centre at 20 Bayfield Main St. You can to their former owners who, at the end of a busy also enjoy Bayfield’s heritage district, tree-lined working day, called them “home”. streets, and harbour views with the new self-guided booklet. Booklet available ($5) at Archives or at A “must see” on the tour is located at the corner of Village Bookshop on Main St. Main and Sanders Street in the midst of Exeter’s downtown heritage streetscape - the original Lake Huron has played a vital role in the history Town Hall. Self-guided walking tour brochures are of Bayfield. In 1832, Baron van Tuyll van available at South Huron Welcome Centre or call Serooskerken, a Dutch nobleman, purchased large 226-423-3028. holdings in the Huron Tract including 388 acres at the mouth of the Bayfield River for a settlement. The hamlet developed first as an agricultural Goderich supply centre. Goderich is fortunate to have hundreds of beautiful and unique locations of natural/cultural In the 1840’s Bayfield was a busy shipping port for heritage significance. Stroll the historic streets and the export of grain. After rail arrived in the 1860’s, waterfront of this port town following one or all of the town became a fishing centre. the Heritage Walking Tours. As the community prospered, hotels, stores and many fine residences were built. Many remain. The “4 Heritage Walking Tours” docket covers For more information visit: www.bayfieldhistorical. magnificent harbour and river mouth views; 19th ca or call 519-440-6206. and 20th century properties, 2 railway stations, historic commercial area; and many architecturally and historically significant locations. “Historic Brussels Downtown Goderich” is a brochure map covering Although Brussels officially became a village 65 acres of urban hiking surrounding a central park in 1872, it began as the village of Ainleyville in and octagonal town square. Twenty-eight blocks 1855. William Ainlay, a surveyor for the Canada make up 6 kilometers of compact streetscape Company, first came to the area in 1852 and felt for this shopping, business, civic, arts and the waterpower provided by the Maitland River and entertainment hub. Explore the boardwalk and the rich, deep, untouched soil beneath the canopy port’s marine past and present by following the of trees made the site a good one. “Marine Heritage Walking Tour.” Walking Tours can be downloaded at www.goderich.ca The village of Ainleyville, so named after Ainlay, began in the southeast part of the present day village. Brussels soon grew into a prosperous community with its own railway station, many Seaforth local industries, several churches and community Seaforth is a quintessential small Ontario town, groups, and a main street of fine brick blocks. dating back to the Victorian period during the years 1850-1853. Anticipating the construction of the Many of the commercial blocks, which presently railroad, Christopher and George Sparling acquired line its main thoroughfare, Turnberry Street, were most of the present site of Seaforth, situated along constructed after more than one devastating fire Provincial Hwy 8, also referred to as the Kitchener- swept through the village. We invite you to tour our Stratford-Goderich corridor. quaint historic downtown and stunning residential areas. Tour map can be downloaded at: We invite you to take a tour of Seaforth beginning www.huroneast.com at Victoria Park and circling through Town, finally ending at the Cardno Music Hall and Clock Tower on Main Street. Along the way, you will pass sixteen municipally-designated heritage properties and Exeter take in Seaforth’s Downtown, one of the oldest A leisurely stroll down Exeter’s Main Street will designated Heritage Conservation Districts in tell the stories of the first “entrepreneurs” who Ontario. Tour map can be downloaded at: recognized the community’s retail potential; some www.huroneast.com of whom hung out their “Open For Business” signs more than a century and half ago. Many of the original 19th century buildings with their Victorian facades still remain as viable business establishments, creating a wonderful historic

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Trail Use Walking, Pets on leashes.

Trail Hazards None

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Driving Directions On Highway 21, just north of the bridge in Bayfield, turn right on Old River Road and proceed ½ kilometre and turn right at Sawmill Road, the first stop sign. The trail entrance is at the end of this short cul de sac.

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Descend the stairs to the sandy beach and follow the shoreline and head north toward the largest and most scenic recreational boat harbour on Lake Huron’s east coast. If the time is right, you may see one of the last fishing fleets on Lake Huron returning home with their catch. The contact for this trail is the Bayfield River Valley Trail Association.

Distance 2.4 km

Difficulty Level Level 1 - (note alternate 0.3 km wheelchair route)

Trail Use Walking, Pets on leash

Trail Hazards None

Trail Surface Paved (except on beach route)

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Driving Directions This trail starts in Clan Gregor Square at the heart of Bayfield on Highway 21 at the Main trail sign at the southwest corner of the Clan Gregor Square near the children’s playground. Page 28 Woodland Trail, Bayfield 23

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81°41'45"W 81°41'30"W 81°41'15"W 81°41'0"W 81°40'45"W 0 100 200 400 m 0 500 1,000 2,000 ft N Village to Vistas From the Main trail sign at the southwest corner of the Clan Gregor Square near the children’s playground, walk east through the beautiful village green, carefully cross Highway 21, follow the trail signs and stroll past churches, an old boatyard and many of the early village homes until you reach the edge of the woods at Sarnia Street.

Once in the woods, you will enjoy the scenic beauty of the ravines, old pastures and glacial hills as you walk along old gravel quarry roads, lumber paths and deer trails. The contact for this trail is the Bayfield River Valley Trail Association. Important Note: By agreement with our landowner partners, this trail is closed during gun hunting seasons. The dates will be posted on: the trail; on the main trailhead Sign in Clan Gregor Square and on www.bayfieldtrails.com

Distance 5 km

Difficulty Level Level 3

Trail Use Walking, Pets on leashes

Trail Hazards None

Trail Surface Some paved, but natural surface in the woods.

Cost for Using Trail None

Driving Directions This trail starts in Clan Gregor Square at the heart of Bayfield on Highway 21. Page 29 24 Klopp Woodland 81°35'45"W 81°35'30"W 81°35'15"W

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The parking lot has been established along with a commemorative garden, a walking path in the meadow and a hiking trail through a lowland forest.

The Ausable Bayfield Conservation Authority is the trail contact.

Distance 1 km loop

Difficulty Level Level 1 - easy for family with young children

Trail Use Walking, Skiing, Pets on leash, Hunting

Trail Hazards None evident

Trail Surface Natural and granular surface

Cost for Using Trail Donations accepted by Ausable Bayfield Conservation Foundation. Ausable Bayfield Conservation Authority pass required for hunting: $25 Individual Yearly Pass; $40 Family Yearly Pass

Driving Directions On County Rd. #84 between Parr Line and Babylon Line.

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The Bayfield River Valley Trail Association is the trail contact. (For Taylor Trail, see next page)

Distance 2.5 km

Difficulty Level Level 3

Trail Use Walking, pets on leashes, limited cross country skiing.

Trail Hazards None

Trail Surface Natural surface

Cost None

Driving Directions These looped trails start at the Stanley Recreation Complex, 1.6 kilometers west of the village of Varna on County Rd #3.

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The Bayfield River Valley Trail Association is the trail contact.

Distance 1 km

Difficulty Level Level 1

Trail Use Walking, wheelchairs, baby strollers, cross country skiing, pets on leashes

Trail Hazards None

Trail Surface Compacted gravel

Cost None

Driving Directions These looped trails start at the Stanley Recreation Complex, 1.6 kilometers west of the village of Varna on County Rd #3.

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81°28'45"W 81°28'30"W 81°28'15"W 81°28'0"W 81°27'45"W 81°27'30"W 0 50 100 200 m (Some Sections) 0 250 500 1,000 ft N Hike Along the Ausable River This all-season trail winds through the picturesque Ausable River Valley between MacNaughton Park in Exeter and Morrison Dam Conservation Area on Morrison Line. The trail passes through towering hardwood and pine forests, skirts along the Ausable River and gives a bird’s eye view of the river valley at several lookouts. It’s also one of the best places to see the area’s unique white squirrels.

The Ausable Bayfield Conservation Authority is the trail contact.

Distance 4 km loop

Difficulty Level Level 1 and 2

Trail Use Walking, Skiing, Pets on leash, Cycling, Wheelchair Access (south trail)

Trail Hazards None evident

Trail Surface Granular surface, some natural, some boardwalk

Cost for Using Trail Donations accepted by the Exeter Lions Club and Ausable Bayfield Conservation Foundation

Driving Directions In Exeter, from Hwy. #4 (Main Street), turn east at Hill Street to MacNaughton Park; or, from Cty. Rd. #83, turn south on Morrison Line (entrance is across from Morrison Dam Conservation Area)

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The Ausable Bayfield Conservation Authority is the trail contact.

Distance 5 km loop

Difficulty Level Level 2 - moderate, wear comfortable, sturdy shoes

Trail Use Walking, Skiing, Pets on leash, Wheelchair Access (some sections).

Trail Hazards None evident

Trail Surface Natural surface, granular surface, some boardwalks

Cost for Using Trail Donations accepted by Ausable Bayfield Conservation Authority

Driving Directions From Exeter, take County Rd. #83 (Thames Rd.) east for 2.2 km, turn right (south) at Morrison Line - trail entrance 500 m ahead. (71042 Morrison Line)

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Distance Main Loop - 1.9 km, Hardwood - Loop - 0.54 km

Difficulty Level Level 2 and 3

Trail Use Walking, Pets on leash, Cross-Country Skiing, Snow Shoeing

Trail Hazards Trails can be slippery, Small bridge only suitable for 1 person at a time

Trail Surface Natural Surface

Cost for Using Trail None

Driving Directions Located on Westfield Road, from Donnybrook Line turn onto Westfield Road heading east. There is a main parking area on the south side of the road.

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81°18'45"W 81°18'30"W 81°18'15"W 81°18'0"W 81°17'45"W 0 50 100 200 m !F !( !Í !Æ É 0 250 500 1,000 ft N A River Runs Through It Explore a piece of Ontario’s reforestation legacy on the beautiful mixed forest trails of the 200 acre Stevenson Tract. Purchased by the County in 1951, this property was part of a province-wide effort to reforest fragile lands for the improvement of water quality, reduction of flooding and conservation of soil. Bi-sected by the Maitland River and the Sunshine Creek, the Stevenson Tract features prime fish habitat, scenic canoeing, and some of the best hiking trails in the middle of the county.

Distance West Main Loop - 2.32 km East Main Trail - 0.54 km

Difficulty Level Level 2 and 3

Trail Use Walking, Pets on leash, Cross-Country Skiing, Snow Shoeing

Trail Hazards Some areas with steep slopes, may be slippery.

Trail Surface Natural Surface

Cost for Using Trail None

Driving Directions Located on County Road #16 (Morris Road) half way between London Road and the village of Brussels just east of Clyde Line. Parking areas located on East and West side of bridge.

Page 36 Indoor Trails

There is a wide variety of opportunity to walk both indoors and outdoors in Huron. Indoor walking provides an all year round, temperate controlled, safe spot for walking.

Maitland Recreation Centre (Goderich - Huron YMCA) (519) 524 – 2125 190 Suncoast Drive East Goderich, ON, N7A 4N4 Website: www.ymcaswo.ca Details: Daily fee to use the track. 200m track. Day Fee: 10 use Passes: $8.50 adult $70.00 Adult $7.00 student $55.00 Student $5.00 child $130.00 Family $16.75 family pass Or free with membership

Central Huron YMCA (Clinton) (519) 482 – 3655 239 Bill Fleming Drive Clinton, ON, N0M 1L0 Website: www.ymcaswo.ca Details: No fee to use the walking track. 200 metre track. Day Fees (for the rest of the YMCA) are: $8.00 adult $6.00 student $4.00 child $15.00 family pass

Huron Ridge Acres 74101 Bronson Ln. RR# 2 Zurich, ON N0M 2T0 Contact is Carol Steckle. (519) 565 – 2122 Email: [email protected] Website: www.huronridge.ca Details: No fee to use. Use the sidewalks in the greenhouses during the winter months! February and March you can walk in the greenhouse between 10am and 4pm.

Suncoast Mall 397 Bayfield Rd. (Hwy. 21 South) Goderich, ON Phone: 519-524-8300 Details: No Fee to use. Use the mall corridors during mall hours!

Page 37 Healthy Hiking Tips from the Huron County Health Unit

• Know how long the trail is and wear proper footwear. • Check for heat alerts before you head out.

• Bring lots of water and healthy snacks. • Wear sunscreen and a wide-brimmed hat.

• Use an insect repellent approved by Health Canada. Infected mosquitoes may carry West Nile virus. Some ticks may carry the bacteria that cause Lyme disease. • Apply sunscreen first and then insect repellent. Follow manufacturer's directions on applying the products. • Recognize and avoid harmful plants such as giant hogweed, poison oak and poison ivy.

Congratulations, you’re exploring Huron County using active transportation! Active transportation, or using your body to get from here to there, is a great way to improve physical health and reduce stress.

Learn more about active transportation and these tips at huronhealthunit.ca.

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