The Springwater Forest is the most popular of the CCCA properties, with three main trails to discover covering eight kilometres in length. Interpretive signage helps the hiker understand and appreciate the unique beauties of the forest. Provincial cuts have eliminated all funding to maintain and manage the forest as a safe and enjoyable environment for the public to use. The Catfish Creek Conservation Authority asks for a modest $2.00/person to use the trail system in the Springwater Forest. Catfish Creek Conservation Authority is a registered charitable organization that can issue official tax receipts for minimum donations of $20.00.
All funds collected will be invested directly back into the forest to help offset expenses associated with following costs: Routine Trail Maintenance, Hazard Tree Removal, Insurance, Capital Improvements and Investments, Signage, and Garbage Collection.
We would also direct you to read our DISCLAIMER and our TRAIL USERS CODE.
Region(s): Elgin CountyNearby towns and cities: Aylmer
Trail feature tags: Interpretive signage | nature trail
SPRINGWATER FOREST characteristics
Length: 4 trails totalling 8 km.Difficulty: Moderate (Trail classifications)
Trail surface: Natural
Trail use: Hiking, Snowshoeing, Mountain biking, and Winter (Fat) Biking
Accessibility Notes: Accessibility not known.
Fees: $2 entrance fee.
Flora & Fauna:
Not yet reported.
Amenities: None reported
Attractions: Interpretive Signs.
Contact:
admin@catfishcreek.ca
Catfish Creek Conservation Authority 519-773-9037
Find it: Located at 8079 Springwater Road, 4 kms south of Highway 3 at Orwell
GPS Coordinates (main trailhead):
Latitude: 42.7424430
Longitude: -81.0332910