Stay up-to-date with the Latest Park Advisories
We provide regular updates about park conditions. Review this page before your visit for the latest updates. For more information, review our visitor rules.
Open during operating hours
Online Reservations
- Online reservations for Belfountain Conservation Area available. Book an advance reservation and save $5 on your visit. Onsite admission is available daily as capacity allows.
- Same day reservations are not available.
- Reservations can be made up to two weeks in advance.
Special Events
- Wine, Cheese and Jazz at Befountain Conservation Area on September 23. Tickets available here.
Park Hours Change
- Fall hours of operation will begin on October 2, 2023:
- Daily: 8:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Fall Colours
- 10% – Fall colours are just starting to appear
Facilities
- The Terrace area will be closed to visitors on September 23.
Open during operating hours
Trail Closures Beginning in September
- While construction of the linear works for the Erin Wastewater System Project and restoration is ongoing, the trail will be closed to the public. Sections of the trail are now closed for approximately 22 months lasting until June 2025. The CVC-owned portion of the ECT between 6th Line and Trafalgar Road in Hillsburgh and the portion between 10th Line, Erin Village to Cataract Road, Town of Caledon will remain open during construction. For more information on project timelines and construction updates, visit the Town of Erin’s Wastewater System Project webpage at erinwastewater.ca.
Fall Colours
- 10% – Fall colours are just starting to appear
Open during operating hours
Lake Conditions
- Calm conditions. All watercraft permitted. Green Flag.
Activities
- Shoreline fishing permitted from the southern shore only; no fishing from any bridges.
- Picnic reservations are now available.
Sales and Rentals
- Electric motor boat rentals are closed for the season due to lake vegetation.
- Worms are available for purchase at the rental shop. Live bait from outside the Conservation Area is not permitted.
- Minnows are not available for the remainder of the 2023 season.
- Watercraft (canoes, kayaks, paddleboards) and Fat Tire Bike reservations are available.
Parking
- Only pedestrian access is available at 4thAvenue in Orangeville to the Lakeside Trail. The Home Hardware parking lot is closed indefinitely for trail users. Vehicles will be towed.
Tales on the Trail
- With Our Orange Hearts by Phyllis Webstad is currently on display.
Park Hours Change
- Fall hours of operation will begin October 2, 2023:
- Daily: 8:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Fall Colours
- 10% – Fall colours are just starting to appear
Open during operating hours
Open – September 2, 2023
- Weekdays: Open during daylight hours only (Self-Serve)
- Weekends and Holidays: 8:00 am – 7:00 pm
- Staff will be onsite weekends and holidays; walk in rentals of paddleboards, kayaks and canoes will be available on weekends.
- Washrooms and store closed on weekdays.
- Caledon Trailway parking remains open for trailway use only; no access to Ken Whillans Resource Management Area is permitted.
- Purchase tickets online.
Fall Colours
- 10% – Fall colours are just starting to appear
Open during operating hours
Park Status
- Please consider visiting on weekdays or early mornings/late afternoons on weekends and holidays.
- The arch at the mill ruins has been wrapped in construction fencing due to health and safety concerns. We’re seeing an increase in visitors trying to stand on this feature which is unsafe and against park rules. The arch is not intended for foot traffic. An unobstructed photo of the arch is not available at this time.
Fall Colours
- 10% – Fall colours are just starting to appear
Open during operating hours
Trail Status
- Region of Peel construction work on the new pump station at the Silver Birch entrance is currently underway. The trail access from Silver Birch is closed to the public. Please use an alternate access to the conservation area. For inquiries about this project, please contact the Region of Peel at [email protected].
Hazard Tree Work: September 25 to 29
- CVC is felling hazardous trees at Rattray Marsh CA. The work will take place between September 25 to 29, 2023. During the hazard tree felling work, sections of trails will be temporarily closed. Park visitors are asked to check here for up-to-date information about trail closures and to follow on-site signage. Learn more about the project by visiting cvc.ca/eab
Fall Colours
- 10% – Fall colours are just starting to appear
Open during operating hours
Parking may not be available during peak visitation. Avoid visiting on weekends from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Fall Colours
- 10% – Fall colours are just starting to appear
Open during operating hours
Activities
- Picnic reservations are now available.
Facilities
- The Park Store is open on weekends and holidays from 12pm to 7pm.
Park Hours Change
- Fall hours of operation begin October 2, 2023:
- Daily: 8:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Tales on the Trail
- Phyllis’s Orange Shirt by Phyllis Webstad is currently on display.
Fall Colours
- 10% – Fall colours are just starting to appear
Special Events
- Fall Interpretive Wagon Rides available for reservation on October 1, 7, 8, 9, 14, 15. Reservations can be made here.
Open during operating hours
Parking
- Parking for people with an accessible parking permit can be made here. The accessible parking permit must be presented onsite.
- Parking reservations for buses shorter than 35 ft can be made by calling the Visitor Services team at 1-800-367-0890. Buses longer than 35 ft cannot be accommodated at the Cheltenham Badlands.
Online Reservations
- Online reservations for the Cheltenham Badlands are now available. Book an advance reservation and save $5 on your visit.
- Onsite admission is available daily as capacity allows.
- Same day reservations are not available.
- Reservations can be made up to two weeks in advance.
Park Hours Change
- Fall hours of operation begin October 2, 2023:
- Daily: 8:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Fall Colours
- 10% – Fall colours are just starting to appear
Open during operating hours
Dogs off leash reminder
- Please remember to keep all dogs on leash while visiting.
Fall Colours
- 10% – Fall colours are just starting to appear
