This former lagoon has been rehabilitated to provide habitat for wildlife.
The trail begins just off of Hunter Drive North, and continues around the Wetlands, with a short loop going out through the restored tallgrass prairie and towards the municipal drain. The former lagoon area in the center of the trail is known for plentiful waterfowl, and there is a lookout available to view this area. Other features include ongoing restoration and habitat enhancement projects. Native tallgrass prairie, tree plantings and small wetlands/vernal pools provide habitat for reptiles, amphibians, birds, mammals and pollinating insects. A hibernaculum has been built to provide overwintering habitat for snakes.
Trail Location
This trail is located off of Hunter Drive North in Port Rowan. From Highway 59, head northeast on Front/Lakeshore Road. Turn left onto Hunter Drive and continue to the trailhead.
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Region(s): Norfolk County
Nearby towns and cities: Port Rowan
Trail feature tags: hibernaculum | Lookout
PORT ROWAN WETLANDS TRAIL characteristics
Length: 1.5 kmDifficulty: Moderate (Trail classifications)
Trail surface: Compacted soil/hard packed
Trail use: Hiking and Snowshoeing
Accessibility Notes: wheelchair accessibility not known
Fees: Fees not known
Flora & Fauna:
A hibernaculum has been built to provide overwintering habitat for snakes.
Amenities: None reported
Attractions: lookout, hibernaculum
Contact:
leigh-anne.bower@norfolkcounty.ca
519-582-2100 ext. 1118
GPS Coordinates (main trailhead):
Latitude: 42.6225430
Longitude: -80.4640490