Stroll Along the Rolling Meadows
Connect with nature and enjoy views of the Credit River which runs through the south section of the park. Experience different natural habitats from wetlands, to forests and meadows. See wildlife thanks to the green corridor that connects large areas of land and water.
Hike the first signed section of the Credit Valley Trail, a proposed 100-kilometre pathway along the length of the Credit River. Grab your binoculars and discover birds that call this area home. You might see a great blue heron near the water’s edge.
Upper Credit Conservation Area has two separate areas, a northern section (Orangeville) and a southern section (Alton), that are planned and managed as a single conservation area within the Credit River Watershed. This approach helps us protect important natural areas and landscapes, supports future efforts to connect nearby properties, and connects people with nature through an integrated trail network
Paid parking begins June 23, 2025
Paid parking is now in effect at Upper Credit Conservation Area. The daily rate is $8 (including HST) per vehicle. Payment can be made online or by phone.
Activities
Trails
Take your time on the rolling hills as you take in the spectacular views of the Credit River and surrounding landscape. This trail intersects with the Grassland Safari Loop. Trail surface is mown grass and soil. No rest areas on this trail.
Available Activities
- Width
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Average: 2.5 m
Minimum: 0.5 m - Grade
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Average: 4%
Maximum: 15% - Cross Slope
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Average: 4%
Maximum: 20.5%
- Hiking time
- Estimated hiking time 20 minutes
This trail traces the perimeter of a restored grassland where you can spot grassland birds such as bobolink and eastern meadowlark. The trail also passes through an isolated sugar maple-rock elm forest. Trail surface is mown grass and soil. Rest areas are less than 1.7 km apart.
Available Activities- Width
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Average: 1.9 m
Minimum: 1.4 m - Grade
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Average: 3%
Maximum: 17% - Cross Slope
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Average: 3%
Maximum: 15%
- Hiking time
- Estimated hiking time 25 minutes
This short trail has a long, steep rise that offers views of the restored grassland. Trail surface is mown grass. No rest areas on this trail.
Available Activities- Width
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Average: 1.9 m
Minimum: 1.7 m - Grade
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Average: 10%
Maximum: 45% - Cross Slope
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Average: 6%
Maximum: 18%
- Hiking time
- Estimated hiking time 5 minutes
This narrow trail located in Dragonfly Park is managed by the Town of Orangeville. It provides great scenic views of the wetlands to the south. Trail surface is crushed stone, wood decking and concrete. Rest stops no more than 280 m apart.
Available Activities- Width
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Average: 2.5 km
Minimum: 1.7 km - Grade
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Average: 1%
Maximum: 18% - Cross Slope
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Average: 2%
Maximum: 10%
- Stroller Friendly
- Hiking time
- Estimated hiking time 15 minutes
Take in the view of the Orangeville Wetland Complex. The wetlands act like a filter, cleaning the water. Be sure to take a deep breath as you walk through the fragrant cedar forest.
Available Activities- Hiking time
- Estimated hiking time 40 minutes
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