The Township of Drummond/North Elmsley is pleased to announce the opening of the first trail in our non-vehicle nature recreation area. The first trail was opened on Wednesday, December 20th, 2023 for public use.
This initial trail is 1.5 km long and winds through a mainly pine woodlot that was planted by our local Scout groups many years ago. Access to the trail is off the Code Road across from the Township’s Waste Disposal site. There is a small parking lot so vehicles can park on site and the first trail is clearly marked
The 100-acre property is part of the Township's Waste Disposal buffer zone that was purchased in the early 90’s. This is an ideal use for this property as the land cannot be developed and has been fully reclaimed through forest planting by the Scouts, with well over 15,000 trees being planted on site over the past 30 years.
This new asset to the Township would not have been possible without the dedicated hours of volunteer work from the Trail Committee members. It is the passion and vision of the members of our community that allow residents and visitors to use this trail and to enjoy nature and be active outdoors, said Reeve Fournier.
The property is home to a variety of wildlife including deer, rabbits, squirrels, owls, foxes and the occasional coyote. The trail is a great place to bring your canine walking buddy, please keep pets on a leash at all times.
Expansion of the trail network will be proceeding in the next year with a goal of establishing 8+ kilometers of trail that will pass through a variety of wooded and open areas for hiking, skiing, bird watching and educational activities.
Watch for updates on the Township website for new hiking opportunities as new trails come into existence.
(L to R): Councillor Paul Kehoe, Reeve Steve Fournier, Deputy Reeve John Matheson, Brady McGlade, Planner & Alex Clark, Committee Member
Absent from photo: Committee Members Nox McKimm and Carson Thompson
For further information contact:
Cathy Ryder, CAO
Township of Drummond/North Elmsley
310 Port Elmsley Road, Perth, ON, K7H 3C5 This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
613-267-6500 x 220