Nestled in the Kettle Creek valley lands, the Dan Patterson walking trail is close to home, but far enough to escape city life. The walking trail starts at Dan Patterson Conservation Area, which is a popular picnic spot complete with a playground, rentable pavilion and splendid shade trees. The trail meanders through a wetland reconstruction project that is now home to an abundance of wildlife that can be viewed from two viewing platforms.
Dogs must be on a leash. Off-leash recreation is restricted to the Kettle Creek Dog Park.
Permissive use access applies to this property from dawn to dusk, May 1 – November 30.
Link to trail map:
http://www.elgintourist.com/sites/default/files/editor_media/132_dan_patterson.pdf
We would also direct you to read our DISCLAIMER and our TRAIL USERS CODE.
Region(s): Elgin CountyNearby towns and cities: St. Thomas
Trail feature tags: Viewing Platform
DAN PATTERSON TRAIL characteristics
Length: 3.1 kmDifficulty: Moderate (Trail classifications)
Trail surface: Natural
Trail use: Hiking
Accessibility Notes: Accessibility not known.
Fees: None reported
Flora & Fauna:
Not yet reported.
Amenities: picnic areas, washrooms
Attractions: Viewing platforms
Contact:
Kettle Creek Conservation Authority , Admin 519-631-1270
GPS Coordinates (main trailhead):
Latitude: 42.8237150
Longitude: -81.1488500