Charles Grant and his sisters, Sandra and Kerry, donated this property in 1996 at the same time as Grant Wetland. This 9 hectare wetland, just north of the Orillia City boundary, is a good example of a wooded swamp with a mix of coniferous and deciduous species.
Unique features of this property
- low lying wooded swamp on deep organic soils with spring flooding
- treed by a mix of coniferous and deciduous species, including white cedar, balsam fir, tamarack, white pine and white birch
- home to a variety of songbirds including white-throated sparrow, red-eyed vireo and ruffed grouse
- several species of wildflowers and ferns typical of cool swamps
We would also direct you to read our DISCLAIMER and our TRAIL USERS CODE.
Region(s): Simcoe CountyNearby towns and cities: Orillia
WILSON POINT WETLAND characteristics
Length: Not knownDifficulty: Moderate (Trail classifications)
Trail surface: Natural
Trail use: Hiking
Accessibility Notes: Not wheelchair accessible
Fees: None
Flora & Fauna:
Not yet reported
Amenities: None reported
Attractions: None
Contact:
The Couchiching Conservancy 1485 Division Road West, Orillia, ON General inquiries Tel: 705-326-1620
Find it: 1493 Wilson Point Rd, Orillia, ON
GPS Coordinates (main trailhead):
Latitude: 44.6442590
Longitude: -79.4092930
Was there an investigation happening on the edges of the Wilson Point Wetlands last night? Saw many people with bright lights on the edges of the ponds.
That was volunteers with the couchiching conservancy looking for migrating amphibians on the road – escorts to help them cross into the wetland to breed.