Perth County - Municipality of North Perth

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A Guide To Walking,
Cycling & Skiing Trails
in Perth County
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Thank you to the organizations and groups
that made this guide possible.
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that made this guide possible.
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Walk, Cycle and Ski Beautiful
Perth County
Welcome to Perth County. More than ever before, people are
discovering the enjoyment of the outdoors for pleasure and
improved health through walking, cycling, and skiing. Located in
southwestern Ontario between London and Kitchener, this
predominately rural region offers trail enthusiasts a variety of
terrains from natural paths to paved routes. Come explore our
trails!
This booklet is designed as a quick and easy guide to trails in
existence as of winter 2004. The accompanying site maps and
symbols, Perth County map, healthy living tips, and trail contacts
will help you decide what trail to choose.
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Acknowledgments
Contents
This trail guide was made possible by the following active
members of the Perth Trails Committee: City of Stratford
Cycling Advisory Committee, County of Perth Planning and
Development Office, Festival City Cycling Club, Municipality
of West Perth, Perth District Health Unit, Perth Stewardship
Network, St. Marys Parks and Recreation, Stratford
Community Services Department and Tourism Stratford.
How To Use This Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Trail User’s Code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
The Trails of North Perth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
The Trails of West Perth
Sawyer Preservation Woodlot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
The Trails of Mitchell . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
North Thames Walking Trail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Past founding members of the Perth Trails Committee include:
The Avon Trail, Family YMCA of Stratford-Perth, North Perth
Parks and Recreation, OPP, Stratford Police, Township of Perth
East and the Upper Thames River Conservation Authority.
The Trails of St. Marys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Dr. R. S. Murray Forest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
*Base Mapping Licensed with the Ontario Ministry of Natural
Resources © Queens Printer 1994, 1999.
Bicycle Routes of Perth County . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
A Map of Perth County . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
The Avon Trail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
The Trails of Stratford
City of Stratford Bicycle Routes . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Horticultural Tour . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Stratford Strolls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
T.J. Dolan Trail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
YMCA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Trail Contacts & Guidebook Sources . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
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How To Use This Guide
Trail User’s Code
Trails are listed in this guide by geographic area. The centre
map on pages 20 and 21 provides a county-wide view. The table
of contents helps you locate the specific trails you wish to explore.
Each trail and its accompanying map are found on facing pages.
Most maps are north/south facing. The terms and symbols below
provide an easy reference guide for trail information. For detailed
information not included in this guide, please contact the specific
trail organizations listed on pages 37 - 39.
Hike only along marked routes. Do not take short cuts.
Level of Difficulty:
Do not disturb wildlife and farm animals.
Do not climb fences. Do not open gates.
Respect the privacy of people living along the trail.
Leave flowers and plants for others to enjoy. Protect trees and
shrubs. Do not strip off bark.
Level 1 - easy, for family with young children
Level 2 - moderate, wear comfortable running shoes
Level 3 - some hills, natural path
Keep dogs on a leash, especially on or near farmland.
Leave the trail cleaner than you found it. Carry out all litter.
Level 4 - hilly, for more experienced hikers
Symbols:
Camping or fires are not permitted.
Trail Use - Walking
Trail Use - Cycling
Hikers are encouraged to ensure that family and friends know
your hiking plans.
Trail Use - Skiing
Motorized vehicles allowed
Pets Allowed (on leash)
Remember: You use the trail at your own risk.
Leave only your thanks - take only photographs.
Wheelchair Accessible
Washrooms
Parking
Rest Area/Picnic Tables
Trail Surface
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Level 1- Rotary Walkway and
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Level 2 - Listowel to Atwood
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Rotary Walkway - 2 km - one way
Kinsmen Trail - 2 km - one way
Listowel to Atwood - 8 km - one way
Listowel to Gowanstown - 4 km
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Parklands and Railways
The Town of North Perth (Listowel) offers trail users a
unique combination of trails through the core area, agricultural
land, parks, and former railway rights of way.
The Rotary Walkway follows Memorial Park along the
Maitland River, parklands, and core area.
The Kinsmen Trail follows along the former railway rights of
way adjacent to rural areas, and connects to Memorial Park
through residential areas.
A newly expanded trail provides a pleasurable year round
experience along the former railway rights of way from the
Kinsmen Trail south and the expanded trail to Atwood, as well as
the new trail to Gowanstown.
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North Perth Trails
Snowmobiles in
winter (no ATV’s)
Memorial Park
Memorial Park and
Listowel Kin Station.
Memorial Park
(summer only)
Memorial Park
Paved/brick,
naturally developed
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Sawyer Preservation Woodlot
Sawyer Preservation Woodlot
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A Forest Legacy
Created by Otis Sawyer, the 28 acre Sawyer Preservation
Woodlot has two higher ground trails for all year round walking,
and two lower trails which may be wet in the spring. Each trail
has several side paths. In this forest ecosystem, people see how
natural processes can work together to sustain a healthy forest
that is actively managed. The formation of the Sawyer
Preservation Woodlot Association has allowed this unique forest
to be protected for the enjoyment of future generations.
An educational brochure, highlighting the 34 species of trees
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found along this trail allows hikers to conduct their own self-
Poison ivy is present in the woodlot but
not an obstruction on trails.
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guided tour as they learn about the trees in this forest community.
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Be active on most, if not all days of the week.
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The Trails of Mitchell
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WPTNT - Francis St – Railway tracks - 1
WPTNT - Railway tracks - Wetlands - 3
LION’S LOOP - 1
Trail Hazards -
WPTNT - Railway tracks - Wetlands
- Some wet areas
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LION’S LOOP TRAIL - .8 km loop
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The West Perth Thames Nature Trail (WPTNT) meanders along
the Thames River from the north end of town along the millpond &
comes up to Highway 8. Crossing at the lights, the trail resumes south
of Parmalat, coming up & crossing over the railway tracks. It is
wheelchair accessible to the tracks. From here it is a rough hiking
trail following along the river, passing under the Frank St. bridge,
leading into the woodlands & over to the developing wetlands.
Features of the trail include wetlands, uplands, & aquatic areas.
The Lion’s Loop Trail meanders along the west side of the
millpond, passing the WPTNT “Aquatic Educational Station” &
through the park where you can visit an animal farm and enjoy a
picnic. Crossing the dam will lead you onto the West Perth Thames
Nature Trail.
Trail brochure and maps for a self-guided tour of historic sites
are available by visiting the Tourist Information Booth or the
Municipality of West Perth Clerk’s Office on St. David Street or
visit our website at www.westperth.com
Experience the pleasant blend of history and nature’s solitude in
Mitchell.
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Environment, Architecture and History
Throughout
Lions Park, or
downtown stores
Lions Park, or along
the route
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North Thames Walking Trail
North Thames Walking Trail
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Mitchell to St. Marys
Heritage river hike along the Thames developed by our local
Optimists. With cooperation of landowners, you are invited to
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enjoy and appreciate the pastoral and river views in the heart of
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some of the finest agricultural lands in our country.
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By following the Trail User's Code you will be acting
responsibly and respect the access that these private landowners
have provided to you. Hikers are reminded; “the next time you
are touched by the beauty of nature along this walking trail,
Mitchell to Fullarton 7 km - one way
Fullarton to St. Marys - to be developed
Difficulty Level
This trail varies in difficulty but is
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Trail Hazards
This is an undeveloped trail surface,
which follows the natural landscape.
Cost for Using Trails
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Enjoy healthy eating!
Colour your plate with vegetables and fruit!
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Township Road
Outhouse (all year)
Natural undeveloped
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Keep kids hooked on life.
Not hooked for life.
Supplying tobacco to anyone under 19 is against the law.
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Grand Trunk Trail - 3.5 km - one way
Riverview Walkway - 1.5 km - one way
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Limestone, Water and Railways
The Grand Trunk Trail and the Riverview Walkway in St.
Marys are combining to become one of the most scenic trails in
Southern Ontario.
The Grand Trunk Trail runs east and west between Thames
Road and James Street North and then onto the Junction
Station, across from the entrance to the Canadian Baseball Hall
of Fame. The Sarnia Bridge, a rehabilitated railway bridge
crossing the Thames River, provides a panoramic view of the
town and river valley.
The Riverview Walkway extends from south of the tennis
courts and famous swimming quarry at the south end of town,
along the river to the downtown area.
The two trails join at the Sarnia Bridge and then extends the
trail to the Junction Station further east on the trail. The Grand
Trunk Trail is almost completely paved and permanently lighted.
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The Trails of St.Marys
QUARRY
Riverview Grand
Trunk Trail from
Ingersoll to
Wellington St.
Along the trail
Grand Trunk natural
developed trail
partially paved
Lawn bowling, Flats,
tennis courts
(summer only),
Quarry (all year)
Ingersoll Street,
Wellington Street,
Flats, downtown,
tennis courts and
north side of Quarry
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Dr. R. S. Murray Forest (Wildwood)
Dr. R. S. Murray Forest
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Woodland Trails
The 70 hectare forest was started in 1940, by Dr. R. S.
Murray of Stratford with 80,000 seedlings. The land was
transferred to the Upper Thames River Conservation Authority
in 1956. The forest now has 16 kilometres of meandering wellmarked trails available for excellent hiking and cross country
skiing. The forest is within the Wildwood Conservation Area.
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Level 1 - 1 km (green) & 3 km (blue)
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Level 4 - 7 km (orange) - one way
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Trail Hazards
Some wet areas, tree stumps, and roots
Cost for Using Trail Day passes can be purchased at the park
entrance.
Free access to park campers.
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Walk with a friend or your family –
it’s more fun!
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Groomed trails.
Natural developed
trail
Campground
washrooms (May to
Thanksgiving)
Green Trail
(trail conditions
permitting)
Trail entrance (May
to Thanksgiving)
Visitors parking lot
(off season)
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Bicycling Routes in Perth County
Bicycling Routes #1 and #3
Rural Routes
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Route #1 - 61.6 km - loop
Route #2 - 33.3 km - loop
Route #3 - 55.3 km - loop
Route #4 - 40 km - loop
Route #5 - 71.9 km - loop
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Five carefully chosen routes offer a cyclist paved roads, but
not busy highways. A side trip on a gravel road along the way
may be an interesting diversion.
Route #1 passes through Stratford, St. Marys and Avonton.
Route #2 follows a Stratford, Bimini, Avonton route. Route #3
travels from Stratford, through Wartburg, to Shakespeare. Route
#4 passes through Stratford to Tavistock and Bimini, Route #5
follows a Stratford to Monkton to Rostock route.
All five routes loop back to Stratford. A folder describing
the routes in more detail is available from Tourism Stratford.
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Route #1
Route #3
Perth County Lines run
east/west and Perth County
Roads run north/south.
Oxford County are the
reverse.
Routes #2, #4 and #5 on page 22.
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A Guide To The
Trails Of Perth County
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North Thames Walking Trail
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The Trails of St. Marys
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Dr. R. S. Murray Forest (Wildwood)
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Bicycle Routes of Perth County (start)
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The Avon Trail
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City of Stratford Bicycle Routes
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Horticultural Society Tour (Stratford)
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Stratford Strolls
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T.J. Dolan Trail (Stratford)
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YMCA Jogging Routes (Stratford)
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North Perth Trails (Listowel)
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The Avon Trail
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The Avon Trail is a 105 km hiking trail linking the Thames
Valley Trail in St. Marys with the Grand Valley Trail in
Conestogo. The trail meanders along streams, winds in and out of
woodlands, skirts farm fields, and sometimes follows back roads.
The terrain varies from flat and easy, to hilly and challenging.
The Avon Trail is open to all persons willing to abide by the Trail
User’s Code.
The Avon Trail organization conducts hikes, co-ordinates
development and maintenance of the trail and publishes a
guidebook. Members receive newsletters and schedules of hikes
and activities.
Memberships and/or guidebooks with trail descriptions and maps
are available to be purchased for a nominal fee, by contacting the Avon
Trail. They are also available at Tourism Stratford.
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Choose comfortable shoes for walking.
Shoes should be flexible with roomy toes, have
non-slip soles and have good support at the heels.
Route #4
Route #5
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Avoid reckless riding. Ride in control and safely.
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Explore the Victorian heritage of downtown Stratford.
View the majestic City Hall, newly renovated Avon Theatre
and attractive store fronts in the shopping district. A bicycle
and foot path circles Lake Victoria in the heart of Stratford's
park system. Follow the river over the dam, next to the
Shakespearean Gardens and through a quiet residential area.
Return to your starting point by way of the Perth County
Court House and the Public Library.
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Stratford's bicycle routes are on bicycle-friendly streets,
avoiding heavily travelled streets. Routes chosen offer a safe,
enjoyable alternative to the busy main streets even though
bike lanes are not available. The city has been divided into
three sections to map out effective routing options.
The Downtown Core & Lake Victoria Area
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This section is routed through industrial parkland
and the shopping mall area. Tree lined streets welcome
you as you travel north of Ontario Street through a
residential neighbourhood overlooking the Avon River
and the Stratford Golf and Country Club.
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When cycling – see and be seen.
Use reflectors, luminous tape, lights
and bright clothing.
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Biking the West City Section
City of Stratford Bicycle Routes
SEE PAGE 19 AND 22
FOR HOOK-UP TO
BICYCLING ROUTES #3 AND #4
SEE PAGE 19 AND 22
FOR HOOK-UP TO
BICYCLING ROUTES #3 AND #4
Biking the West City Section
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A restful ride awaits you on the T.J. Dolan Trail.
Travel along many off-road trails through woodlands and
meadows along the lower reach of the Avon River.
Enjoy the tranquillity of the quiet memorial roads of the
Stratford Cemetery.
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Tourist Information
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Horticultural Tour
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Horticultural Tour
HWY #7&8
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This tour includes parks and flower beds, planted and
maintained by the Stratford & District Horticultural Society. The
tour also passes through, or by, the (1) Stratford Festival Theatre
Gardens, (2) Confederation Park, (3) Millennium Park,
(4) Meadowrue Corner Nature Gardens, (5) the Arboretum, and
(6) the Shakespearean Gardens. There are many resting places en
route to sit and enjoy the surrounding beauty as the trail
meanders by Lake Victoria and the Avon River.
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Gardens and More!
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Make healthy lifestyle choices and reduce your risk of
heart disease, stroke, diabetes and cancer.
Throughout
Paved/brick
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for north/south
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Stratford Strolls
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Stratford Strolls
Discover the history of Stratford, which was officially
surveyed between 1828 and 1829. Enjoy one, two or all three of
the self-guided tours which pass by many historical sites. Guided
tours start from the Tourism Stratford Information Centre on York
St. 9:30 am Monday through Saturday weather permitting, during
July and August and Saturdays in May, June and September.
Detailed brochures are available at the Visitors’ Information
Centre and at 47 Downie Street.
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Festival Walk
Avoid foods high in saturated and trans fats. Instead,
use healthy fats like olive oil or canola oil.
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Festival Walk - approx. 2 hrs
Neighbourhood Walk - approx. 2 - 21/2 hrs
Core of the City Walk - approx. 45 min.
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Distance
HWY #7&8
Experience the History
Core City and
Festival Walk
Throughout
River and parks
Paved/brick
Natural developed
Upper Queen’s Park
(summer/fall only)
William Allman
Memorial Arena,
City Hall (all year)
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T.J. Dolan Trail
T.J. Dolan Trail
Delightful Meanderings
This trail is part of the remarkable park system that
surrounds the Festival Theatre and the Avon River. The T.J.
Dolan Natural Area offers well-marked trails meandering beside
the river under a canopy of pine and maple trees. A delight for
nature lovers, the trail consists of a north and south river trail
loop with several side trails.
Cost for Using Trail
None
LORN
Ask a smoker to take it outside!
You and your family are worth it.
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JOHN
Tree stumps, some uneven terrain.
DR.
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River Trail North - 3.1 km - return
River Trail South - 4.4 km - return
- Blue 0.95 km
- Red 0.90 km
- Yellow 0.35 km
AVONDALE
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Distance
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John Street entrance,
and end of West
Gore Street
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Benches located on
trails
Natural developed
and undeveloped
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Running/Jogging/Walking
Trail Contacts
Good Sights At Any Pace
For additional guide books and detailed information please
contact:
These routes begin at the YMCA and pass many scenic
gardens and buildings as they wind around the Avon River. The
routes can tie into the T.J. Dolan Trail system to add variety to
the run or walk.
Route maps and descriptions are available at the Family
YMCA of Stratford-Perth at 204 Downie Street, Stratford,
Ontario (519) 271-0480.
Distance
Vary from 3.0 to 7.5 km
Difficulty Level
Level 1
Trail Hazards
None Evident
Cost for Using Trails
None
North Perth Trails
North Perth Parks and Recreation Department
P.O. Box 41 Listowel ON N4W 3H2
Phone: (519) 291-5604 Fax: (519) 291-3135
Trails of Mitchell
Municipality of West Perth Clerk’s Office
P.O. Box 609, 169 David St. Mitchell ON N0K 1N0
Phone: (519) 348-8429 Fax: (519) 348-8935
Email: [email protected]
Sawyer Preservation Woodlot Association
Harold & Aileen Burgin
R.R. #1 St. Marys ON N4X 1C4
Phone: (519) 229-6671
Email: [email protected]
Trails of St. Marys
St. Marys Recreation/Tourism Department
5 James St. N.
P.O. Box 218 St. Marys ON N4X 1B1
Phone: (519) 284-4763 Fax: (519) 284-1483
Email: [email protected]
Put your heart into it! It feels great!
36 Dr. R. S. Murray Forest
Upper Thames River Conservation Authority
Wildwood Conservation Area
3995 Line 9 R.R. #2 St. Marys ON N4X 1C5
Phone: (519) 284-2931 ext 425 Fax: (519) 284-4711
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.thamesriver.on.ca
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Trail Contacts
Trail Contacts
Trails of Stratford
Tourism Stratford
47 Downie St. Stratford ON N5A 1W7
Phone: (519) 271-5140 or 1-800-561-SWAN Fax: (519) 273-1818
Website: www.city.stratford.on.ca
Perth District Health Unit
653 West Gore St. Stratford ON N5A 1L4
Phone: (519) 271-7600 or 1-877-271-7348 Fax: (519) 271-8243
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.pdhu.on.ca
City of Stratford Bicycle Routes
Stratford Community Services Department
P.O. Box 874, 27 Morenz Dr. Stratford ON N5A 6W3
Phone: (519) 271-0250 ext. 287 Fax: (519) 273-6492
North Thames Trail
Tom Miller, Chair
North Thames Walking Trail - Steering Committee
R.R. #1 Mitchell, ON N0K 1N0
Phone: (519) 229-6429
Email: [email protected]
Bicycle Routes of Perth County
Tourism Stratford
47 Downie St. Stratford ON N5A 1W7
Phone: (519) 271-5140 or 1-800-561-SWAN Fax: (519) 273-1818
The Avon Trail
P.O. Box 21148 Stratford ON N5A 7V4
Phone: (519) 271-8730 - Tim Donavon
Phone: (519) 271-6199 - Sandra Coulthard
Website: www.avontrail.ca
Healthy Living Perth
653 West Gore Street Stratford ON N5A 1L4
Phone: (519) 271-7633 or 1-877-271-7348 ext 278
Fax: (519) 271-8243
Email: [email protected]
County of Perth Planning Office
County Court House 1 Huron St. Stratford ON N5A 5S4
Phone: (519) 271-0531 Fax: (519) 273-5967
Email: [email protected]
38 Perth Stewardship Network
c/o Ken Maronets
P.O. Box 819 100 Don St. Clinton, ON N0M 1L0
Phone: (519) 482-3589
Email: [email protected]
For cycling routes from 15 to 45 km please contact:
Pacemakers Cycling Club
c/o Ian Watson
8 Strachan St. Stratford ON N5A 2B1
Phone: (519) 272-0964
Email: [email protected]
For cross-country skiing information please contact:
Upper Thames River Convervation Authority
Wildwood Conservation Area
3995 Line 9 R.R. #2 St. Marys ON N4X 1C5
Phone: (519) 284-2931 ext 425
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.thamesriver.on.ca
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