Dundas Valley Conservation Area

Dundas Valley Conservation Area is a 1,200-hectare natural haven just west of Hamilton, known for its lush Carolinian forest, rolling hills, and rich biodiversity. The trail network includes the popular Main Loop and the Hermitage Trail, which passes the ruins of a historic estate. Visitors can hike, mountain bike, or cross-country ski, and the valley's spring wildflowers and autumn colours are spectacular. The conservation area also features a visitor centre with educational exhibits about the local ecology and history.

Don't miss

• Hike the Hermitage Trail to see the stone ruins of the 19th-century Hermitage estate.
• Explore the Main Loop trail, a moderate 4.5 km hike through forest and meadows.
• Visit the Dundas Valley Trail Centre for maps, exhibits, and a glimpse of the valley's geology.

Tickets & tours

Ways to visit Dundas Valley Conservation Area

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