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PO Box 21148, Stratford ON N5A 7V4
Phone: 519-271-6199
Website: http://www.avontrail.ca
The Avon Trail is a hiking trail that runs from St. Mary’s to Conestoga. Providing a link between the Thames Valley and Grand Valley trails, the Avon Trail stretches approximately 104 km through scenic countryside. A small section of the trail (19 km) is in Oxford County starting at Wildwood Conservation Area, Cross Hwy 7 & 19 at south end of Wildwood Dam. It exits Oxford County at the intersection of Embro Road (Perth County Rd. 113) and Fairview. At this point the trail goes north up Perth County Rd. 113. Trail: 19 km, easy – moderate Uses: hiking
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101 John Pound Road, Tillsonburg ON N4G 4H3
At the south end of Particpark the trail goes up on to Baldwin St. and goes a short distance, west on BaldwinSt. The trail continues south of Baldwin St. to Border Cres and John Poind Rd. It then follows the southside of John Pound Rd. to mabee's Sideroad and connects with Highway # 3. There is a small secondary trail on land owned by the Tripp Family at the beginning of the trail. This area is more challenging to traverse than most trails in the system.
The Tillsonburg Golf and Country Club along with the Town of Tillsonburg is pleased to announce the opening of an expanded eighteen hole golf facility and 5 km of trails. The major trail head located in Coronation Park will provide full access to all trails. This scenic 2.8 wide trail is constructed of limestone/ashphalt in certain sections.
Length - Borden Cresent 1 km
Tillsonburg Golf Course 5 km
Difficulty - Borden Crescent - gently sloping terrain with a gravel & sand pathway until John Pound road
Tillsonburg Golf Course - easy
Facilities - Tillsonburg Golf course - picnic tables & pavilion at trail head.
Trail Uses - walking, Cross country-skiing
Location - Borden Cres. John Pound Rd and Borden Cres
Tillsonburg Golf course - access at Coronation park
Contact - Borden Cres - 519-688-3009
Tillsonburg Golf Course - 519-842-4822
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Phone: 519-621-3697 (Grand River Conservation Authority)
The trail starts on a long wide grassy lane, which goes into a mature hardwood bush. It then goes into an array of vegetation: pine, cedar, wetland and field. There isone steeper hill, but is not overly difficult. A wonderful hike, particularly in its autumn glory.
Length - 4 km
Difficulty - Easy to moderate
Facilities - Parking
Trail Uses - Walking, cross-country skiing
Location - Oxford Rd. 29 (north side), just west of Oxford Rd. 22)
Contact - Grand River Conservation Authority - 19-621-3697
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Phone: 519-451-2800 (Upper Thames River Conservation Authority)
This well-maintained trail is packed earth and has wood chips on large sections. There are several loops, so hikers can go as short or long a distance as they desire. A great place for a family picnic and hike.
Length: 2.4 km, Difficulty: Easy, family, Facilities: Parking, outdoor toilets, picnic tables, picnic shelters, Trail uses: Walking, cross-country skiing, Location: County Road 6 north of Embro, turn west onto Road 84. Contact: Upper Thames River conservation Authority 519-451-2800
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Pittock Park Rd, Hickson ON
Phone: 519-475-4630
Once a piece of rail line from Stratford to Port Dover, it was purchased by the Ministry of Natural Resources. Trail: 5.5 km, goes from Pittock Park Rd., north to Braemar Side Rd., easy with parking on the road. Uses: Walking, dog walking on leash, bicycle, cross-country skiing.
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725138 Pittock Park Rd, Woodstock ON xxx xxx
Phone: 519-539-5088 (Pittock Conservation Area), 519-539-5088 (Pittock Conservation Area)
Website: http://www.city.woodstock.on.ca/index.php?page_id=247, www.city.woodstock.on.ca/index.php?page_id=247
A Day Use Pass is required from Pittock Conservation Area to use the trail. Pittock Conservation Area has picnic and overnight camping facilities on the north side of Pittock Lake. The trail goes through a pine plantation and then swings back, near the railway tracks. The park is open from about the third week in April until the week after Thanksgiving in October. Trail: 4 – 5 km, easy, welcomes families, has washrooms, picnic areas and parking (summer only). Uses: walking or cycling (gates closed in winter).
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108 Wonham St S, Ingersoll ON xxx xxx
Phone: 519-425-1181 (Ingersoll Recreational Trail Committee)
Website: http://www.thomasingersollscenictrails.ca
This wide easy trail follows the south side of the Thames River. It includes many internal loops. The Park is naturalized, which provides walkers with the joy of seeing a variety of vegetation and the opportunity to do some bird watching. Length - 2.75 km,
Difficulty - easy, family,
Facilities - parking, benches
Trail Uses: Walking, dog walking (on leash), cycling, cross-country skiing, snow shoeing
Location: Access from Charles St. West, at the bottom of Wonham St., south Ingersoll
Contact: Ingersoll Recreation Trail Committee - 519-425-1181
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Highway 59, Woodstock ON xxx xxx
Phone: 519-539-2382 ext. 4101
Website: http://www.city.woodstock.on.ca/index.php?page_id=247
The Millennium Trail System includes trails developed by the City of Woodstock, Woodstock Rotary Club, Woodstock Lions Club and Youth Start and is maintained by the City. The trail follows the banks of the Thames River, through mixed hardwood and softwood forests, marshland and some retired agricultural areas, some of which are slated for reforestation. Hikers may spot the occasional deer, beaver, blue heron and other interesting wildlife. Black berries may be ripe for the picking. Though the trails are not connected, they are in close proximity to each other.
Length: Rotary - 5.9 km
Lions - 1.72 km
Youth Start - 1.40 km
Difficulty - Easy
Facilities - Parking - outdoor toilets, benches
Location: rotary Trail: North on Hwy # 59. Immediately after crossing the bridge over the tracks and Thames River, turn left onto Tecumseh St. (Oxford Rd. 48). The trail entrance is on the right side. The Roth Park Trail starts on the other side of Tecumseh St., across from the Roatry Trail. Another entrance is on the east side of the 11th Line, 1/2 km north of Hwy 2.
Lions Trail: Take Hwy # 2 (dundas St.) to the west end of Woodstock. Trail entrance is on the north side of Hwy # 2, 200 metres west of the railway bridge. Another entrance is at Bexley and Hunter Streets, at the railway overpass.
Youth Start Trail - Take Hwy 2 (Dundas St.)to the west end of Woodstock. Trail entrance is on the south side of Hwy 2, 60 metres east of the railway bridge.
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580 Bruin BLVD, Woodstock ON N4V 1E5
Phone: 519-539-9800 Ext: 3355
Website: http://www.oxfordcountytrailscouncil.ca
Come and explore the wonders found on the trails in Oxford County. Join the growing number of people who enjoy being active out-of-doors, delight over nature's of nature.
Over the past decade, people have become increasingly aware of the benefits of being physically active. It is not necessary to be an athlete in life's daily routine. Regular physical activity reduces the risk of heart disease, high blood pressure, diabetes, cancer, stress-releated illness and other chronic conditions. Most importantly, being physically active makes you feel better!
Share this information you find on the trails with your friends and enjoy a great way to be active!
The Oxford County Trails Council.
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Phone: 519-539-2382: City of Woodstock * 519-539-5088 ext.21: Upper Thames River Conservation Authority (UTRCA)
Roth Park is on the south side of Pittock Lake. There are picnic facilities and is home to the Woodstock Rotary Dragon Boat. The trail is wide with hard packed dirt and granular and provides a lovely view over the lake. There are also side trails, which branch through a pine plantation and go up and down some gentle inclines. These side trails link back to the main trail at Lansdowne Ave.
The trail going west from Huron St., goes by the dam and then along the Thames River. A new section of trail has been completed that allows the hiker to go under the railway bridge and Hwy # 59 and arrive at Tecumseh St. Across the street is the entrance to the Millennium Trail System.
Length - 6.75 km
Difficulty - easy, family
Facilities - Parking, picnic tables, washrooms (summer seasonal)
Location - South side of Pittock Lake: take Huron St. N. to the end, turn right and drive to the parking lot.
Contact - City of Woodstock - 519-539-2382 UTRCA - 519-539-5088 - #21
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Plank Line Highway 19, Ingersoll ON
Phone: 519-425-1181: Ingersoll Recreational Trails Committee
Website: http://www.thomasingersollscenictrails.ca
This trail extends from the Cheese Museum on Plank Line to the Gazebo in downtown Ingersoll. Trail users will go through Centennial Park, walk by the Creative Arts Centre and Victoria Park Community Centre, enjoy the beauty of Smiths Pond, enter Memorial Park and be able to relax in the Gazebo at the end of the trail. Trail maps are posted in the Gazebo and at the Canterbury St. entrance to Smith’s Pond.
Length - 2.5 km,
Difficulty - easy, family
Facilities - wheelchair, parking
Trail Uses - Walking, dog walking, cycling, cross-country skiing
Location - 1. Ingersoll Cheese Museum, Plank Lane 2. Wellington St. (west side) north of Victoria Community Centre
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Phone: 519-874-4691: Port Burwell Provincial Park
This wide, well maintained trail is a single loop through a mature maple sugar bush. It is a pleasant walk for the whole family. This delightful trail is located across the street from Jakeman's Maple Products.
Length - 1 km
Difficulty - Easy, family, wheelchair
Facilities - Parking
Trial Uses - Walking, cross-country skiing
Location - Trillium Line, westof Village of Sweaburg, 1/2 km north of Sweaburg Road
Contact - Port Burwell Provincial Paark 519-874-4691
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Phone: 519-467-5468 * users must call ahead first to obtain a permit to use the trail
The trail loops through hardwood and pine forests. There is one long incline, but the rest is relatively flat. It is hard packed earth. This is great for cross-country skiing, although it is not formally groomed. This is an outdoor education centre for the students of the Thames Valley District School Board. The public is welcome to use the trails, but are asked to contact the centre first and obtain a permit for trail use.
Length - 4.2 km
Difficulty - Easy, family
Facilities - Parking
Trail Uses - Off-trail snow shoeing, cross country skiing, walking, dog walking, No motorized vehicles or bicycles. No hunting.
Location: blandford Road, north of Hwy #2. Located on the west side just north of the Highway 401 overpass.
Contact - 519-467-5468
Note: Users must call ahead first to obtain a permit to use the trail.
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Phone: 519-688-3009
The McLaughlin Way Trail starts behind the Lake Lisgar Waterpark and extends to Lisgar Avenue. The trail will be extended in the future to continue to Hardy Ave. The trail will be extended in the future to continue to Hardy Ave. and Lisgar Dr. The trail offers beautiful views of Lake Lisgar with well placed benches for a rest.
The Veteran's Memorial Trail, which is part of the Trans Canada Trail was renamed on July 1, 2006 and starts at Bridge and Rolph St. and ends at Quarterline Rd. The trailheaad is landscaped with a large limestone marker, gardens and benches. Parking is located across the road from the trailhead. The Trans Canada Trail continues along Quarterline Rd south to Newell Rd and south on Bayham Dr. to Hwy # 3.
The Kinsmen paricipark Trail runs through a picturesque river ravine in the heart of Tillsonburg with access to Washington Grand Ave. and Baldwin St. at the end of the trail. Parking is located on site at the Concession St. entrance with a new accessible entrance added to the park. Picnic tables and benches as well as a swing set are located in the park.
Length - McLaughlin Way Trail 1km - flat terrain with a limestone surface
Veterans' Memorial Walkway 3.6 km - Flat terrain with a paved pathway on Veterans' Walkway to Quarterline Rd.
Kinsmen Particpart Trail 1.2 km - Flat terrain with a limestone pathway
Facilities - Parking, benches, shopping near trailhead, picnic tables and swing set.
Trail Uses - Walking, Cross-country skiing
Location - McLaughlin Way Trail - Parking on Park St. or at the Tillsonburg community Centre,
Veterans' Memorial Walkway - Parking available at Bridge St. and rolph St. entrance
Kinsmen participak - Parking available at concessions St. entrance
Contact - Town of Tillsonburg - 519-688-3009
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Blandford-Blenheim Rd N, Innerkip ON N0J 1M0
Phone: Woodstock Cycling Club: 519-539-3681
Website: http://www.woodstockcyclingclub.ca
These trails, through beautiful pine forest, are primarily maintained for people who like a challenging cycling experience, although easier trails are marked. The property is owned by the Upper Thames River Conservation authority and leased by the Woodstock Cycling Club (W.C.C.) who constructs and maintains the trails. The area is partially fenced and access is through the main gate only. More information and a map are available at http://www.woodstockcyclingclub.ca and the parking area.
Permitted Users:
1. - If you're a member of an O.C.A. affiliated club (carry your card with you when riding) and ride the Pines a couple of times a year, you're OK.
2. - If the same as above but ride the Pines more frequently you need to join the W.C.C. and get the trail sticker for your bike/helmet (you will not pay for insurance portion twice).
3. - All other riders are taking their chances as the UTRCA will be doing random checks at the parking area and throughout the trails just as they do at Fanshwe Lake in London. Riders found in the Pines without proper membership card or W.C.C. sticker may be subjected to a fine of under the "trespass to property act".
Length: Red Trail - aprox 10 km
Black Trail - 13 km
Difficulty: Challenging, difficult
Facilities: Large parking area up the driveway, washrooms available further up the driveway @ Flying Club
Trail Uses: Mountain biking
Location: Blandford - Blenheim Twp. Rd. 4 (north side), 1 km east of Oxford Rd. 4
Contact: Woodstock Cycling Club 519-539-3681
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Oxford Road 29, Innerkip ON
Phone: 519-621-3697
This 40.5 ha (100 aces) of land was the first reforestation plot in the County in 1944. Similar tracts were established in Drumbo, Centreville, Innerkip, Embro adn Lakeside. The trail starts on a long wide grassy lane, which goes into a mature hardwood bush. It then travels into an array of vegetation: pine, cedar, wetland and field. There is one steeper hill, but it is not overly difficult. A wonderful hike, particularly in its autumn glory.
Length - 4 Km... Difficulty - Easy to moderate... Facilities - Parking... Trail Uses - Walking/cross-country skiing... Location - Oxford Road 29, just west of Oxford Road 22.
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363685 Mcbeth Rd, Ingersoll ON xxx xxx
Phone: 519-425-0176
The public is encouraged to use the Tract for passive recreation and nature appreciation. In a grassy, treeless area of about one hectare, the Ingersoll Nature Club undertook a wetlands creation project in co-operation with the Upper Thames Valley Conservation Authority. Ongoing maintenance of trails, the picnic area and bird feeding stations provide club members with opportunities to regularly support our stewardship responsibilities, along with the compilation of natual history information. Lawson Tract is a mixed woodlot, which provides hikers with the joy of seeing a variety of vegetation and the opportunity to do some bird watching. There is one steeper hill, but generally the terrain is easy-going. The trail is wide and well-maintained. There can be wet spots in the spring or if there has been a lot of rain. It is a great hiking area. Please remember when walking your dog to have it on a leash. Trail Length - 2 km; Difficulty - easy to moderate/family; Facilities- Parking/picnic tables/outdoor toilets; Trail Uses- Walking/ dog walking/cross-country skiing/snowshoeing; Location- McBeth Road, 1km east of Culloden Line(Approx. 8km south of Ingersoll) Contact: Ingersoll Nature Club, Sheila Fleming 519-485-2645. The family of Dr.John Lawson of Ingersoll Ontario donated this 14.5 ha (36 acre) parcel of property to the Federation of Ontario Nauturalists. Dr.Lawson was a member of the Ingersoll Nature Club who loved nature and hoped to preserve it for future generations. This property consists of a 4 ha (10 acres) of designated wet lands and 10.5 ha (26 acres) of mixed vegetation. There is a variety of plant life which is interesting to observe as it changes with the seasons.
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192 Wellington St S, Woodstock ON N4S 3J3
Phone: City of Woodstock 519-539-2382 ext 803 * Pittock Conservation Area 519-539-5088
Scenic park with lovely view over lake * picnic facilities * trails for walking, cycling, cross-country skiing, snow shoeing, dog walking * picnic area * home of the Woodstock Rowing Club
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