Headwaters Communities in ActionTerra Cotta Conservation Area Trails
Hiking in Terra Cotta. Photo courtesy of CVCA.
Terra Cotta is a trail lover’s paradise. A variety of trails take visitors past the forests, fields, lakes and ponds of the Niagara Escarpment surroundings and let you experience natural settings, so close to urban and rural developments. The trails at Terra Cotta accommodate all levels of trail users, from beginner to expert with a variety of terrains and distances.
Please note in the winter months Terra Cotta Lane and McGregor Spring Pond trail are designated for cross-country skiing only. Great loop trails for hiking and snowshoeing include the wetland trail and the AF Coventry trail.
| Name | Terra Cotta Conservation Area Trails |
| Description | The trail begins at Terra Cotta Conservation Area, heads north, loops back along the Rockside Side Trail to the main trail and then follows the Terra Cotta Side Trail back to the main trail and back to 10th line. |
| Activities | Hiking, biking, fishing, cross country skiing, skating, and snowshoeing |
| Location | 14452 Winston Churchill Bld., Regional Rd 19 |
| Maps | Terra Cotta Trail Map |
| Parking | Yes parking lot (accessible) |
| Trail Head | Trailhead: N43.710341 W79.962958 |
| Trail End | Depends on the trail chosen. |
| Distance | Various trails from 1 km to 5 km. |
| Difficulty | Easy to moderate |
| Surfaces | Natural |
| Amenities | Indoor washroom (accessible), food, and merchandise. |
| Landmarks | Mature forests, lakes and ponds |
| Cost | Adults: $5.00 Children (ages 6-12): $3.00 Senior (age 60+): $3.00 Maximum charge per vehicle of up to 6 people: $22.00 Memberships available |
| Trail Web Site | Terra Cotta Conservation Brochure |
| Closest Town | Caledon |
