Exploring Our Nature Reserves
Oak Ridges is blessed with two large swaths of land that are protected as nature reserves. Currently they are referred to as the Oak Ridges Corridor Park and the Oak Ridges Corridor Park East Lands. They are adjacent to each other and in the future their management plans will be integrated so that the property is operated as a single entity.
The term “nature reserve” means that the natural sensitive features are protected. Thus you will not find sport or camping facilities and use of the unique kettle lakes for fishing, boating or swimming is prohibited. Of course motorized vehicles are not permitted. The public are encouraged to visit these reserves to use the hiking trails to gain an appreciation of the lands while enjoying the peaceful beauty of nature. In time there will also be community interpretive programs such as bird watching.
When using these lands it is very important to tread lightly. Please stay on the trails, keep your dog on a leash so as not to disturb the wildlife, particularly in the spring nesting season, and pack your garbage out. In fact if you do see litter, lend a hand by taking that out with you too! It is also important to leave nature in its place. Do not pick flowers or vegetation and just look at the wildlife including frogs and butterflies. A photograph will provide more lasting memories.
The following pages will give you more details on the wonderful environment that is yours to explore.| Oak Ridges Corridor Park |  |
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| Corridor Park Trail |  |
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| Oak Ridges Corridor Park East Lands |  |
