Big Bend Trail
This 16-hectare property is situated within one of the largest meanders of the Thames River, a Canadian Heritage River.
A short trail takes hikers from the walnut grove parking lot, along the fishing pond, to the Purple Martin house. Hikers can also access the trail from the parking lot by the bridge over the fishing pond.
Visitors can extend their walk and create a loop by walking along the quiet roads within the conservation area’s camping and picnic areas.
Other features of the conservation area include: Arn’s Memorial Forest, open space for sports and games, fishing, and a serviced building with washrooms and showers.
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| TRAIL STATS | |
| LENGTH: | 1 km |
| DIFFICULTY: | •• |
| ACTIVITIES: | Hiking & Walking, Cross Country Skiing, Snowshoeing & Backcountry |
| CHARACTER: | Natural, Scenic |
| SURFACE: | Natural, Boardwalk |
| AMENITIES: | Parking, Boat Launch, Family and Group Camping, Washrooms and Showers (Open May - October), Picnic Shelter, Water Tap |
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| LOCATION | |
| REGION: | Southwestern Ontario |
| SUB-REGION: | Lake Erie North Shore & Pelee Island |
| CLOSEST TOWN(S): | Wardsville |
| TRAILHEAD: | GPS |
| SEASONS / HOURS | |
Year-round |
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| CONTACT INFO | |
| NAME: | Lower Thames Valley C.A. , Jerry Campbell |
| PHONE: | 519-354-7310 |
| EMAIL: | Email Us Now |
| WEB SITE | |
For more information, including maps, please visit our Web site at www.lowerthames-conservation.on.ca |
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