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 Keith McLean Conservation Area - Morpeth, Ontario Posted by:  Keldar5
N 42° 20.326 W 081° 51.008
17T E 429968 N 4687740
A conservation area.
Waymark Code: WMR6R6
Location: Ontario, Canada
Date Posted: 05/18/2016
Views: 2
The Keith McLean Conservation Lands was officially opened on June 27, 2013. This 130 ha property is famous for its Lotus ponds and includes farmland, forests, wetlands, and prairie. It is located just east of Rondeau Provincial Park. A 4 km trail is proposed for the property in 2014-2015.
Estimated size of the public land (in regional measurement standard: hectares, acres, kms, etc.): 130 hectares
Is there a trail system?: Yes
If there is a trail system, please describe length, terrain, etc.:
The trail system has changed a bit since the dyke broke last winter. Now you need to follow the farmland until you hit the red barn and follow the trail from there.
What points of interest are there?:
There is a lookout tower near the ponds overlooking the conservation area.
What activities are available?:
Hiking and viewing of area.
Hours of accessibility?: Daylight only.
List of known hazards (cliffs, snakes, poison plants, etc.):
None.
Dogs Allowed?: Yes
Is a permit/fee required?: No
If a permit/fee is required please describe in detail how to get one, how much, etc.:
No fee
Please supply the website of the land if available: [Web Link]
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Visit Instructions:
Visitors are encouraged to supply a picture of either themselves or their GPS at the trailhead and/or signage of the public access lands - describe your experience there and what you saw - tell us why other folks should come visit!
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