Trails & conservation · Clarington
Long Sault Conservation Area
CLOCA’s largest conservation area, about 400 hectares on the Oak Ridges Moraine near Bowmanville, with more than 18 kilometres of trails.
About Long Sault Conservation Area
Long Sault Conservation Area covers about 400 hectares at 9293 Woodley Road in Bowmanville. Central Lake Ontario Conservation Authority calls it the largest property it owns and manages. The land includes mature forest, plantation, wetland and meadow, with headwater tributaries of the Bowmanville/Soper Creek watershed.
More than 18 kilometres of marked trails cross the property, including a link to the Oak Ridges Moraine Trail. Trails are not maintained in winter. Day parking is $7 per vehicle through Honk Mobile. Pets are allowed on leash, and washrooms are listed. A current notice keeps the west-side Wild Turkey, Eastern Bluebird and Barred Owl trails closed; the Porcupine Trail is open but uneven. CLOCA has also reported confirmed black bear sightings and asks visitors to follow Bear Wise guidance.
What to see and do
- More than 18 km of trails
- Oak Ridges Moraine forest
- Leashed dogs permitted
- Four-season activities when trails are open
Before you go
West-side trails remain closed on the current CLOCA notice, and the Porcupine Trail is uneven. Trails are not maintained in winter. Parking is $7 per vehicle per day. Confirmed black bear sightings mean visitors should follow Bear Wise guidance and on-site signs.
Visitor information checked . Check the operator’s latest notices before travelling.