Service Disruptions

Dumfries Main Loop trail closure:

The trail section between Dunbar Road and Isherwood Drive at Dumfries Conservation Area is temporarily closed due to unsafe conditions.

Notice of Herbicide Use:

Please be advised that GRCA will be applying herbicides at Shade’s Mills Conservation Area on Thursday November 21st to control invasive shrubs according to the Pesticides Act and Ontario Regulation 63/09 under the forestry exception. Operations will be limited to the forest (conifer plantation) areas in the southeast of the property (areas accessed by the bridge that crosses over Mill Creek). Trails will remain open; however, visitors are reminded to stay on the designated trails, keep pets on a leash, and obey signage. This disruption will remain in effect on the days the work is being completed. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation as we work to improve the health of our watershed.

Elora Cataract Rail Trail – Upcoming Access Disruptions beginning October 30, 2024

The GRCA will be grooming the Elora Cataract Rail Trail beginning October 30, 2024 to improve and restore the trail surface. The work will be conducted by a contractor starting on either side of gates 10 and 11, then moving to between gates 14 and 15, and then moving west of Gate 21. It’s anticipated the work will be completed in seven days; however, timing may change depending on weather conditions. Barricades and signs will be up in the areas where work is being undertaken.

Boat launch at Belwood Lake – Closed as of October 9

Due to drier than normal conditions, the boat launch at Belwood Lake is now closed for the season.

Boat launches at Conestogo Lake Conservation Area - Closed

The two boat launches are now closed for the season, due to the Conestogo Dam Concrete Rehabilitation Project. 

Beach at Conestogo Lake Conservation Area - Closed

The beach is now closed for the season, due to the Conestogo Dam Concrete Rehabilitation Project.

Rockwood Conservation Area - Boat rentals and Mill ruins parking closed

The Mill Ruins boat launch and parking lot will be closed from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on October 8 - 9 for a special event.

Ongoing Closure: Low Level Bridge at Elora Gorge – Pedestrian Access Only

The low-level bridge at Elora Gorge Conservation Area is now open to pedestrian traffic, but remains closed to vehicles. Construction crews are nearing completion of remediation work on the bridge, with the closure to vehicles expected to last until the end of the season. We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding as we work to enhance the safety and functionality of this infrastructure.

Pinehurst Lake Conservation Area - Construction detour and access disruption:  2023-2024

The County of Brant is undertaking a multi-year road construction project that will create detours and access disruptions to Pinehurst Lake Conservation Area. Learn more on the County of Brant website.

Ongoing closure: Mill Ruins at Rockwood Conservation Area closed

The ruins of the Harris & Co. Rockwood Woolen Mill remain closed due to potential safety concerns.