C.M. Wilson Conservation Area Trail
The Lower Thames Valley Conservation Authority acquired this 30 hectare property in 1967. The park was named after a former Chair of the Board of Directors, Clarence Michael Wilson. Camp at one of the 100 sites at C.M. Wilson Conservation Area. Many sites are serviced with hydro and water. Basic food supplies are available at the gatehouse. Washrooms are fully serviced with showers.
Tables and barbecues are available in the park and organized groups can book a barn pavilion. Enjoy the children’s adventure playground, fishing, sailing, canoeing (rentals available), unsupervised beach area, and nature trails. C.M. Wilson Conservation Area is open for dayuse from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.. Special Events and Hours Most facilities are wheelchair accessible.
Directions: C.M. Wilson Conservation Area is located at 21799 Fargo Road. Located 8.5 km south of Chatham. Take Communications Road south, after hwy. 401 turn right onto Horton Road, cross railroad tracks, turn right onto Fargo Road and travel for 1 km to the entrance Information provided by the Lower Thames Valley Conservation website.
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