Wardsville Woods Trail – approx 1.6 km
This trail loop takes you on a streamside walk through the edge of a Carolinian Forest and into a restored meadow habitat. Along the way you can see restored wetland habitats, a community wildflower garden, and butterfly meadow. This is a medium level trail with some hills and some areas with uneven terrain. Expect some muddy sections in spring and during wet weather.
Ann White Butterfly Meadow
The meadow is named to recognize the generosity of Ann White, long time TTLT volunteer, supporter, and donor. The meadow is a restored former golf course that now contains a range of native wildflowers and grasses, providing excellent habitat for butterflies and other pollinators. Visit in July and August for the best chance of seeing butterflies.
Wardsville Woods Community Wildflower Garden
The garden is planted with all native wildflowers and grasses. Visitors are welcome to collect seeds from the garden in the fall. Interpretive signage details each species and how to use it in gardening, as well as seed collecting instructions. The garden is accessed via the main trail. Learn more about the garden here.
Parking – a small gravel parking lot is available at the property entrance on Longwoods Road.
Link to Information for Visitors: https://d3n8a8pro7vhmx.cloudfront.net/ttlt/pages/47/attachments/original/1426287745/Information_for_Visitors_.pdf?1426287745
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Region(s): Middlesex County
Nearby towns and cities: Glencoe
Wardsville Woods characteristics
Length: 1.6 kmDifficulty: Moderate (Trail classifications)
Trail surface: Natural
Trail use: Hiking
Accessibility Notes: not wheelchair accessible
Fees: none reported
Flora & Fauna:
Not yet reported.
Amenities: none
Attractions: none
Contact:
info@ttlt.ca
519-858-3442
Find it: 1632 Longwoods Road, Wardsville, ON
GPS Coordinates (main trailhead):
Latitude: 42.6498510
Longitude: -81.7661530