Our Trails Are Open For Your Enjoyment
Trails of Wellington North
The Village of Arthur Historic Walking Tour Come on out to Arthur Historical Society's Walking Tour and learn about Canada's Most Patriotic Village's rich heritage.
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Arthur Barn Quilt Tour
Arthur Walking Trail Edition The Wellington County Barn Quilt Trail Association and Arthur Barn Quilt Project invites you to join the Barn Quilt Tour – Arthur Walking Trail Edition. Make your morning, afternoon or evening stroll a little more exciting by following the map below and spotting homemade quilts, created and hung by local community members. This project is taking place in the spring of 2022 with the intent to have over 30 Barn Quilts displayed as part of the Town of Arthurs 150th Anniversary of incorporation celebration July 1st – 3rd, 2022. MORE DETAILS A map will be available by July 1st. |
The Birding Trail
An exciting experience for the whole family, both novices and experienced birders will enjoy all the species to be found along our Birding Trail and throughout the Township.
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The Saugeen Trail, Mount Forest
This trail begins at Campbell de Vore Park on Princess St., West of the Mount Forest Sports Complex (back parking lot). Information signage shows trail route. There are a variety of landscapes to enjoy along the way from reforested areas to riverscape along the Saugeen River to the Wetlands Project near Murphy's Park
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River Trail: 333 Smith Street, Arthur
This walking trail was officially opened on Saturday, Sept. 14th, 2013. The Trail is located at he Arthur Lions Park on Highway 6, in Arthur. The Trail is 4km in length with several loops and side trails. It is open from Dawn to Dusk daily. West Luther Trail: Eliza Street, Arthur This trail was officially opened on Saturday, September 26th, 2015. The trail begins at the North end of Eliza St., in Arthur and stretches East approximately 11km, ending at the East/West Luther Townline.
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Luther Marsh Conservation Area
East Luther Sideroad 21/22, Grand Valley, ON Containing over 13,000 acres of biological diversity, the Luther Marsh is one of southern Ontario's largest inland wetlands and is located within the Township of Wellington North. Surrounding the open marsh reservoir are lowland swamps, shrubby bogs, plantations, natural forest and cropland. Being home to a wide variety of mammals, amphibians, and birds, as well as being a mecca for waterfowl, Luther Marsh is one of southern Ontario's most significant wetlands and wildlife habitat areas. Hiking, mountain biking, snowmobiling, snowshoeing, skiing, nature observation, birding, hunting and canoeing are just some of the recreational activities enjoyed at Luther Marsh. Three trails are established at the Marsh: the Shoreline Trail, the Bootlegger Trail and the Mallard Pond. The Shoreline Trail, approximately 5km, starts at the lookout tower and follows Luther Lake. The Bootlegger Trail is 32km and is an excellent trail for cyclists. The third trail is the Mallard Pond and is 5km and is most enjoyed in the early spring and late summer. Canoe routes, trails observation towers and interpretive displays, all make the Luther Marsh experience a good one! Come see for yourself! |