It’s hard to believe this unique woodland is located in an urban centre! Enter this natural area and feel the stresses of life melting away. Located in the City of Windsor, Devonwood features more than 4.5 kilometres of trails promote healthy and active living for people of all ages.
Perhaps no other woodland in Canada supports a greater diversity of oak trees: eight species of oak are found in this urban forest! Can you identify all eight? Stay alert as you walk the extensive trail system winding through this 38 hectare forest. You may also see Eastern Screech Owls, Long Eared Owls and Little Brown Bats.
We would also direct you to read our DISCLAIMER and our TRAIL USERS CODE.
Region(s): Essex County
Nearby towns and cities: Windsor
DEVONWOOD CONSERVATION AREA characteristics
Length: 4.5 kmDifficulty: Moderate (Trail classifications)
Trail surface: Natural
Trail use: Hiking and Cross-country skiing
Accessibility Notes: Accessibility not known.
Fees: None reported
Flora & Fauna:
eight species of oak are found in this urban forest. You may also see Eastern Screech Owls, Long Eared Owls and Little Brown Bats.
Amenities: Picnic tables
Contact:
admin@erca.org
Essex Region Conservation Authority 360 Fairview Avenue West, Suite 311 Essex, ON N8M 1Y6 Phone: 519-776-5209
Find it: Exit the 401 at Provincial Rd, heading west. Turn right (North), almost immediately on Walker Rd, go 1.5 km. Turn left (West) on Cabana Rd, follow the curve to the right, where Cabana merges with Division Rd for .9 km.
GPS Coordinates (main trailhead):
Latitude: 42.2643760
Longitude: -82.9803220