CCCA Properties

CCCA Properties
Springwater Conservation Area 47719 Conservation Line and Springwater Rd A full service campground, day use facilities, hiking trails, year-round special events, and facility rentals.

Archie Coulter Conservation Area 46900 Brouwer's Line-south of Hwy 3 at Orwell Named after a former CCCA Chairperson and local conservationist, the Archie Coulter Conservation Area stretches for 135 acres along the west branch of Catfish Creek. Hike this lesser-explored 4 km trail in Central Elgin and climb the observation tower for a glimpse of these beautiful surroundings. The Trans Canada Trail provides easy access to this unique property.

Yarmouth Natural Heritage Area 47502 Sparta Line-east of Sparta The recently-acquired Yarmouth Natural Heritage Area consists of 208 acres of forest, ponds, wetlands and streams. In efforts to return the Area to its natural state, CCCA is prohibiting vehicles from entering the property. A Management Plan, currently in development, provides for new walking trails and a Butterfly Habitat. The YNHA is also a pleasant and productive spot for sport fishing and bird watching.

Calton Swamp Wetland Complex 52591 John Wise Line-east of Carter Road A prime example of Ontario wetland, the CSWC has been managed over the past few decades by CCCA in partnership with the Ministry of Natural Resources. Located near the Hamlet of Calton, the Complex is home to some of Canada’s most endangered species and hikers are cautioned not to stray from the trail.

Hawkins Tract Hawkins Road-east of Culloden Line The Hawkins Tract is situated in South-West Oxford at the headwaters of Catfish Creek. The tract consists of nearly one hundred acres of Carolinian Forest, penetrated by an access road where hikers can spend a few quiet hours. Vehicles of any description are prohibited in order to protect the numerous species to be found there.