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
Park Status
- Advanced reservations are available at Belfountain Conservation Area, allowing you to choose the best time to visit before you head to the park. A reservation holds your space at this popular and busy park.
- You may book a reservation online for up to two weeks in advance. You will be required to login or create your Credit Valley Parks account to complete the booking.
- Same day reservations are not available. First come first served parking and admission is available at the park every day when capacity allows, once it opens. Check back here for updated capacity.
Park Closure: October 15 – 18
- Belfountain Conservation Area will be closed to the public from Tuesday, October 15 to Friday October 18. Public access and reservations will resume on Saturday October 19, 2024 at 8:00 a.m. No access is available during this time.
Activities
- Trout Fishing is closed for the season in Zone 16 – effective October 1st.
- Fishing will not be permitted at Belfountain for the rest of the operating season.
Belfountain Road Work
Construction is currently taking place on Old Main Street/Mississauga Road from Caledon Mountain Drive to Bush Street, and Bush Street from Old Main Street to Shaws Creek Road in the village of Belfountain. The expected project completion date is November 2024. Until that time:
• All roads will remain open
• Delays can be expected during temporary lane closures
• Work will occur on weekdays only
To avoid construction delays:
Visitors travelling southbound on Hwy. 10 should turn right (west) at Hwy. 124 in Caledon Village, left (south) on Mississauga Rd., and right (west) on Forks of the Credit Rd.
Visitors travelling northbound on Hwy. 10 should turn left (west) at Forks of the Credit Rd.
OR
Turn left (west) at Hwy. 124 in Caledon Village, left (south) on Mississauga Rd., and right (west) on Forks of the Credit Rd. to access Belfountain Conservation Area.
Fall Colours
- 40% – Fall colours are starting to take over
- The fall colours have been very slow to appear this season.
Open during operating hours
Trail Status
- 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.
- Upgrades to existing Town of Erin stormwater infrastructure on the Elora Cataract Trailway will be underway shortly. Sections of the trail between the western limit of the Erin Glen Subdivision and 10th Line will be closed for approximately 5 months from May 27th to October, 2024. In addition, the parking lot located at 235 Daniel Street, Erin will be closed to vehicular parking during this time. The portion of the ECT between Main Street and Erin District High School, and the trailway East of 10th Line will remain open during construction. For inquiries about this project, please contact the following: Town of Erin at [email protected] Francesco Perri, Project Supervisor at [email protected] or Luis Correia, Senior Director at [email protected]
Fall Colours
- 40% – Fall colours are starting to take over.
Open during operating hours
Lake Use Closes October 27, 2024
- Watercraft rentals are available until October 27 or until the lake reaches 10 degrees Celsius or less.
- Lake use will close on October 27, 2024 for the season, this includes the watercraft storage area and boat launch.
- Shore fishing will remain available.
Facilities
- The accessible button on the entry doors of the washrooms in parking lot P1 are out of service. The accessible buttons on the washroom facility in parking lot P4 is still functional.
Lake Conditions
- High winds, personal watercraft only. RED Flag.
Trail Status
- Trails are a mix of dry and damp conditions. Proper footwear is recommended.
Activities
- Shoreline fishing permitted from the southern shore only; no fishing from the north shore, any bridges and the Crane Gathering Space.
Sales and Rentals
- Watercraft rentals will be available until October 27, 2024 or until the lake reaches 10 degrees or less.
- Worms are available for purchase. Live bait from outside the Conservation Area is not permitted. Minnows are not available.
- Fat Tire Bike rentals are available. Reservations can be made here.
- Canoe and kayak rentals are available. Reservations can be made here.
- Stand-up paddleboard rentals are available. Reservations can be made here.
- Electric boats are no longer available due to high lake vegetation.
- 2024 picnic reservations are available to book. Available dates range from May 4 – October 27. Reservations can be made here
Tales on the Trail
- ‘Phyllis’s Orange Shirt’ by Phyllis Webstad is currently on display.
Fall Colours
- 40% – Fall colours are starting to take over.
- The fall colours have been very slow to appear this season.
Open during operating hours
Park Status
- Ken Whillans Fall Hours are in effect:
- Weekends and Holidays: 8:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
- all services will be available
- Weekdays: daylight hours
- limited washroom facilities from 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. (signed on-site)
- gatehouse, store and rentals are closed
- paddlecraft use of the ponds is permitted
- online admission tickets required, and can be purchased here
- Weekends and Holidays: 8:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Sales and Rentals
- Watercraft rentals are available, weekends/holidays only. Reservations can be made here.
- Worms are available for purchase at the Park Store on weekends/ holidays only. Live bait from outside the Conservation Area is not permitted.
Activities
- Trout Fishing is closed for the season in Zone 16 – effective October 1st.
Fall Colours
- 40% – Fall colours are starting to take over.
- The fall colours have been very slow to appear this season.
Water Access Closes October 27, 2024
- Watercraft rentals are available until October 27 or until the water reaches 10 degrees Celsius or less.
- Water Access will close on October 27, 2024 for the season, this includes the boat launch.
- Shore fishing will remain available.
Open during operating hours
Park Status
- Please consider visiting on weekdays or early mornings/late afternoons on weekends and holidays.
- Please stay off the arch at the mill ruins; the infrastructure is not suitable or safe for people to stand on.
Fall Colours
- 40% – Fall colours are starting to take over.
- Fall colours have been slow to appear this season.
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 (Station 15 on the map) 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].
See Frequently Asked Questions About Rattray Marsh
Fall Colours
- 40% – Fall colours are starting to take over.
- Fall colours have been slow to appear this season.
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
- 40% – Fall colours are starting to take over.
- Fall colours have been slow to appear this season.
Open during operating hours
Trail Status
- Trail conditions are dry. Proper footwear is recommended.
- Forest Meadow Lane will be closed from Station 22-23 starting Saturday October 12 to Monday October 14.
Activities
- 2024 picnic reservations are now available to book. Available dates range from May 4 – October 27. Reservations can be made here.
Special Events
- Fall Wagon Rides at Terra Cotta Conservation Area
- Explore the stunning fall forest at Terra Cotta Conservation Area by wagon ride! In this interactive guided tour, participants will experience the beauty of autumn and learn about the intriguing transformations that occur in nature.
- Dates and times available on weekends and holidays between October 5 and 20. Slots are available from 11 a.m. to noon and 3 to 4 p.m.
- Reservations can be made here.
Tales on the Trail
- ‘With Our Orange Hearts’ by Phylis Webstad and Emily Kewageshig is currently on display.
Fall Colours
- 40% – Fall colours are starting to take over.
- Fall colours have been slow to appear this season.
Open during operating hours
Dogs off leash reminder
- Keep all dogs on leash while visiting.
Fall Colours
- 40% – Fall colours are starting to take over.
