With sweeping vistas of Lake Ontario and the escarpment slopes below, Woodend is considered to have been an observation point during the War of 1812 for both armies. Woodend’s location was at the center of the action, with the Queenston Heights battle 6 miles east, Beaver Dams battle 3 miles southwest and Lundy’s Lane battle 6 miles southeast.
Hike or ski the trails of Woodend, including the Bruce Trail, as they meander through the meadow and escarpment forest and slope.
This area is a perfect venue for passerine bird watching, and a historic limestone kiln reminds of this historic site’s link to the past.
Woodend is also home to students participating in outdoor education programs in the education centre, which is leased by the District School Board of Niagara.
We would also direct you to read our DISCLAIMER and our TRAIL USERS CODE.
Region(s): Niagara Region
Nearby towns and cities: Niagara-on-the-Lake | St. Catharines
Trail feature tags: Education Centre | Lookout
WOODEND CONSERVATION AREA characteristics
Length: A series of short Bruce Trail and other side trails.Difficulty: Moderate (Trail classifications)
Trail surface: Natural
Trail use: Hiking and Cross-country skiing
Accessibility Notes: Accessibility not known.
Fees: None reported
Flora & Fauna:
The forest community is composed largely of hardwood species with scattered representatives of Carolinian species such as black cherry, black oak and sugar maple.
Amenities: picnic area
Attractions: lookout, education centre
Contact:
info@npca.ca
Niagara Peninsula Conservation Authority Welland, ON L3C 3W2 Phone: 905-788-3135
Find it: 1 Taylor Rd, St. Catharines, ON
GPS Coordinates (main trailhead):
Latitude: 43.1455670
Longitude: -79.1637750