Chatham-Kent Nature Trails
Welcome to Chatham-Kent!
Chatham-Kent is a safe affordable group of 23 cities, towns and villages in the heart of south-western Ontario. Bordered by Lake Erie, Lake St. Clair and the Sydenham River, the area offers a rich quality of life.
This single tier municipality is one of Canada’s best cities in which to do business, with a diverse population, low start-up costs for businesses, and close proximity to the US border and large urban markets.
Community Features:
Safe communities with a rich cultural heritage, active living and one of the most moderate climates in Canada
Three major US border crossings, and three international airports within a one-hour drive
Financial incentives for business owners
Affordable housing
Excellent local schools and two post-secondary institutions
A local hospital and health services for families and seniors
A new YMCA, theatre, recreation centre and convention / exhibition centre
Pastoral countryside, wildlife areas, sport fishing and water sports
You will find some of the best hiking and nature trails in Ontario right here in Chatham-Kent.
For more information please visit:
https://www.chatham-kent.ca/
Memorial Park Trail This looped trail, of approximately 1 kilometre, can be found in the Mitchell’s Bay Memorial Park. There is plenty of parking available in the park, and many trail users use this trail to extend their walk along the popular South Lakeshore Trail....
This short trail winds through a conservation area, restored in 2012. Trail users will enjoy observing the one acre tall grass prairie and armour stone garden. We would also direct you to read our DISCLAIMER and our TRAIL USERS CODE. Region(s):...
Mud Creek Park, featuring the Mud Creek Trail, is an interesting venue to spend your leisure time while watching the ducks and birds. The trail crosses two streets and can be accessed from St. Michael, Sylvester, Keil, Wedgewood, Indian Creek or Tweedsmuir Avenue. We...
This trail ruins along the ARDA dyke north of Mitchell’s Bay, while the end of the trail meanders through a beautifully restored tall-grass prairie area on the shores of Lake St. Clair. The trail can be accessed from the corner of W. Lewis Line and Winterline...
Built in 2010 the Northside Park Trail is a looped stone dust trail located in Tilbury. It meanders around two ponds, through woods, and near the memorial forest and a historic dashwheel that was used in the area to drain fields. Interpretive signs explain trail...
Built in 2010, the Northside Park Trail is a looped, stone dust trail located in Tilbury. It meanders around two ponds, through woods, and near the memorial forest and a historical dash wheel that was used in the area to drain fields. Interpretive signs explain trail...
The Optimist Park Trail provides the entire family with opportunities to get fit and have fun. The .5km trail is perfect for walking or running and children will enjoy the parks splash pad and playground equipment. Link to trail...
The Peers Wetland is the only sizeable wetland – around 11 hectares – that remains along the lower reaches of Otter Creek. Since the property was acquired, a berm that holds in the water has been repaired and a pump installed to augment flows into the wetland in times...
Spice Bush Trail – 1.5km loop, 1 hour, easy The Spicebush Trail winds through a southern hardwood forest of old growth Tulip Tree, American Beech, and maple. In spring, the forest floor is carpeted in wildflowers making the trail a botanists delight. The trail...
This trail is located in the O’Neill Nature Reserve. This trail is an interpretive trail with a difference. Features along the trail will inspire you to learn more about nature in your own backyard. Local carved art totems greet visitors at the entrances. The...