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YourCVC Guide toPARKS Explore Together CVCParks.ca A Guide to Become a CVC Parks Member Today! Belfountain Limehouse 5 Conservation Area 23 Conservation Area Island Lake Meadowvale 9 Conservation Area 25 Conservation Area PARK MEMBERS ENJOY Ken Whillans Rattray Marsh Resource Management Area Conservation Area Free general admission and special discounts* to CVC and Toronto and 14 27 Region Conservation Authority parks: • Albion Hills • Bruce’s Mill • Ken Whillans • Belfountain • Glen Haffy • Kortright • Black Creek • Heart Lake • Petticoat Creek • Boyd • Island Lake • Terra Cotta *Some restrictions apply. Terra Cotta Silver Creek 17 Conservation Area 29 Conservation Area Visit ConservationParks.ca for more info and other membership opportunities*. Family & Friends Membership *CVC Our Credit memberships also Elora Cataract Upper Credit available at CVCParks.ca. 21 Trailway 31 Conservation Area 1 2 Credit Valley Conservation (CVC) has partnered with Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) to offer you the best of our parks through our membership programs. Now you can enjoy unlimited combined access to ALL of our green space to accommodate more of your user needs. Purchase this membership and enjoy benefits from CVC and TRCA parks! For more information visitconservationparks.ca . Adjala Mono New Tecumseth Major roads DUFFERIN Tosorontio 48 Regional municipal boundary Amaranth Island Lake Conservation Area SIMCOE Local municipal boundary Glen Haffy Conservation area Orangeville Conservation Area 9 CVC and TRCA boundary East 48 Garafraxa Newmarket CVC Conservation Area Upper Credit Conservation Area TRCA Conservation Area Albion Hills King Conservation Area Whitchurch-Stouf 0 1.75 3.5 7 10.5 14 km and Campground Aurora Caledon Elora Cataract 400 DURHAM Trailway Belfountain Conservation Area Ken Whillans YORK Resource Management Area Uxbridge Bruce’s Mill 10 404 Kortright Richmond Conservation Area Centre for Conservation WELLINGTON Hill PEEL Terra Cotta Pickering Erin Conservation Area Heart Lake Vaughan 48 Conservation Area Boyd Markham 7 Conservation Area Silver Creek W Conservation Area 407 Brampton 7 25 410 Indian Line Black Creek Ajax Limehouse Campground Pioneer Village Conservation Area Glen Rouge 7 Campground Petticoat Creek Conservation Area 401 Meadowvale 427 Conservation Area Halton Hills TORONTO Mississauga 401 HALTON 403 Lake Ontario Milton QEW Rattray Marsh Oakville Conservation Area 3 4 403 Burlington Belfountain Conservation Area General Admission Fees (cash, debit, Visa, M/C, AMEX accepted) Adults: $5.09 Children (ages 6-14): $2.88 Belfountain CA may be Seniors (60 and over): $3.98 undergoing significant construction in 2016. Most Maximum charge per vehicle of up to 6 people: $22.12 trails and facilities will remain Maximum bus charge: $110 open. Call if you have any questions or need details. Parking fee (weekends and holidays): $10 Members: Free Activities* BELFOUNTAIN Conservation Area Facilities Picnic areas Hiking trails Barbecue rentals 10 Credit St., Belfountain L7K 0E5 | GPS: 43.795, -80.013 Cold drinks Suspension bridge Waterfall 519.927.5838 | [email protected] *Ontario fishing licence required. Pets must be on a leash of six feet or less. www.creditvalleyca.ca/belfountainca Belfountain Conservation Area is Weddings and Photography situated on the Niagara Escarpment in Belfountain Conservation Area is a haven for photographers with its spectacular scenery. This area the valley of the West Credit River. The is also ideal as a backdrop for small weddings. Permits are required. Call 1.800.367.0890. spring-fed waters of this river sustain coldwater fish, such as brook and Filming permit: please call for a quote brown trout, offering ample angling opportunities. Walk along cliffs of Professional photo permit starting at: $75/hour the Niagara Escarpment and watch Wedding photo permit package: $250/two hours freshwater springs flowing down limestone cliffs. Wedding event permit starting at: $550 (includes photo permit) The park features include the waterfall, ‘belle’ fountain, suspension bridge Picnics and Yellowstone Cave, complete with cement stalactites. These structures Inviting a group to Belfountain Conservation Area? Make a reservation to ensure you have were built by Charles W. Mack, inventor space for everyone. Bookings are accepted throughout the year for dates falling within May to of the cushion rubber stamp, in 1908. September. October to April reservations are not available. Please call 1.800.367.0890 or email [email protected] for more information. IDEAL FOR: fishing, hiking, picnicking, photography and weddings Hours of Operation (subject to change, conditions permitting) Spring (Apr 30 - May 13): Seven days a week - 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Summer (May 8 - Sep 5): Seven days a week - 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. Fall (Sep 8 - Oct 23): Seven days a week - 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. Winter (Oct 24 - Spring 2017): Closed Prices do not include HST. 5 6 Entrance Belfountain Conservation Area Forks of the Credit Rd. 1 VILLAGE OF BELFOUNTAIN 2 Trail continues to Willoughby Property Elevated / Hilly Area ush St. r B e v i 3 R it d e r C t s Old Main St. (Mississauga Rd.) e 4 W Elevated / Hilly Area No swimming or boating Entrance Trail (stairs) Parking Suspension 4# Picnic Area – 0.1 km Bridge Washroom Fountain Pond Loop – 0.5 km Dam Trail Kiosk Amphitheatre 0 50 m Gorge Loop – 0.6 km Caves Gatehouse Conservation Trimble Side Trail Lookout area boundary – 0.6 km Building In 1908, Charles Features such Belfountain Check out the Mack purchased as the fountain, Conservation Salamander a portion of cave and dam Area featuring the dam and swing Festival in property which in Belfountain Belfountain this is now known Conservation bridge circa early as Belfountain Area were built 20th century. September. Conservation when Charles Area. In 1914, Mack owned he opened his the property. property to the public. 7 8 Island Lake Conservation Area General Admission Fees (cash, debit, Visa, M/C, AMEX accepted) Adults: $5.09 Children (ages 6-14): $2.88 Seniors (60 and over): $3.98 Maximum charge per vehicle of up to 6 people: $22.12 Members: Free Fishing Opportunities and Voluntary Harvest Limits* Northern pike: sport licence - 6; conservation licence - 2 Largemouth bass: catch and release Yellow perch and black crappie: sport licence - 25; conservation licence - 10 *during Ontario Fishing Regulation seasons, Ontario fishing licence required. Please dispose of used fish line properly. ISLAND LAKE Conservation Area SPRING TO FALL** 673067 Hurontario St. S., Orangeville L9W 2Y9 | GPS: 43.928, -80.083 Info and reservations: 519.941.6329 or 1.800.367.0890 Watercraft Fees*** [email protected] | www.creditvalleyca.ca/islandlakeca Boat with electric motor rental: $60/half day, $90/day; solar motor $75/half day, $125/day Canoe/kayak/paddleboard rental: $20/hour, $50/day Island Lake Conservation Area (ILCA) is a valued natural heritage and Boat launch: $8 recreational resource within the Credit Annual boat launch permit: $35 or free with membership purchase River watershed. The reservoir, created Annual canoe and kayak storage: $110 in 1967, controls water flow into the Credit River. Facilities This park features four seasons of Picnic areas Barbecue rentals Volleyball court Osprey viewing area recreation through its 820 acres of lake, wetland, forest and meadows. Hiking trails Boat launch Pavilion Amphitheatre Trailways include the Vicki Barron Bait and snack shop Boat, canoe and Canoe/kayak Full convenience Lakeside Trail, Sugar Bush Trail and paddleboard rentals storage washrooms Memorial Forest Trail. WINTER** IDEAL FOR: boating, fishing (summer and winter), picnicking, hiking and cycling Winter Rentals*** Heated ice hut rental: $26/person (half day), $36/person (full day) Seasonal hut rental: $500 (up to four people) Hours of Operation (subject to change, conditions permitting) Ice fishing rods: $10/day; $20 deposit required Mon to Fri - 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Spring (Apr 15 - May 13): Sat, Sun - 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Snowshoes: $15/day; $100 deposit required Mon to Fri - 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. Ice Fishing Derby entry (Feb 1-29): $35/adult, $20/child (up to 11 years) Summer (May 14 - Aug 20): Sat, Sun, holidays - 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. Late Summer Mon to Fri - 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Facilities (Aug 21 - Sep 17): Sat, Sun, holidays - 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Hiking trails Barbecue rentals Pavilion Skating rink Fall (Sep 18 - Oct 23): Seven days a week - 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Bait and snack shop Full convenience Heated ice hut Hole auguring Winter (Jan 1 - Mar 20): Seven days a week - 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. washrooms rentals Seven days a week - daylight hours only. $5/vehicle **conditions permitting; no motorboats allowed Off-season (Mar 21 - Apr self-serve fee. Rental shop and water access not ***call for reservations, $5 fee and credit card required; time of day restrictions and $200 deposit apply 14 and Oct 24 - Dec 31): available. 9 Prices do not include HST. 10 Island Lake Conservation Area TOWN OF MONO (no access) E K Bob’s Bridges Amphitheatre Vicki Barron Lakeside Trail Earn free rentals with a Visitors can access the Vicki Barron Lakeside Trail (VBLT) using “Live the Lake” card active transportation at no charge. While this community trail is free to use, the importance of maintenance and monitoring Pick up your Live the Lake card at must be emphasized. By purchasing one of our memberships ILCA. Get a stamp for each boat or hut you can ensure the trail you love is kept safe for your friends and rental and earn free rentals throughout family, and enjoy the additional benefits of being a member! the year. Ask staff for details. 11 12 SAVE OUR WATER from Invasives Invasive species are increasingly threatening our local waters and can greatly impact our fisheries. What are they? Do your part Invasive species are plants or animals living • Do not release live bait.