Sudden Regional Forest

There is a well developed trail system throughout Sudden Regional Forest including a boardwalk through the wetland. There is a relatively large parking lot at the Spragues Road entrance which is the primary location for visitors.

This Regional Forest comprises a variety of site types and contains several significant species of flora and fauna. Moraines provide a series of hills and valleys with small ponds and vernal pools being found in the valleys and mixed hardwood forests on the hillsides and hilltops. There are several conifer plantations which are well established and which provide habitat for a variety of bird species. There is a well developed network of trails that covers the entire forest and is well used by recreational walkers and educational groups.

Link to trail map: (scroll to bottom of document)  https://www.regionofwaterloo.ca/en/exploring-the-region/resources/Documents/Sudden-Regional-Forest-access.pdf

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Sudden Regional Forest characteristics

Length: various trails of unknown length
Difficulty: Moderate (Trail classifications)
Trail surface: Boardwalks and Natural
Trail use: Hiking
Accessibility Notes: Not wheelchair accessible.
Fees: none

Flora & Fauna:

There are a number of sites throughout Sudden Regional Forest that support populations of salamanders, including the Jefferson complex and Four-toed salamander. Much of the natural forest type is Carolinian forest and includes populations of red oak, which are gradually being replaced by sugar maples.



Amenities: none

Attractions: Boardwalk

Contact:
Region of Waterloo 519-575-4400

Find it: near 1882 Spragues Road, North Dumfries, ON



GPS Coordinates (main trailhead):
Latitude: 43.3076039
Longitude: -80.3695258