Proctor Park
| Size: |
36.82 ha (91ac) |
| Trail Length: |
approx. 3 km |
| Trail Difficulty: |
Easy to difficult |
| GPS: |
44.0467, -77.7391 |
| Unique Features: |
Butler Creek, cedar lowlands |
| Facilities: |
Large picnic shelter with 6 tables, picnic tables, vault privy, Proctor House Museum, Brighton Barn Theatre |
| Getting There: |
96 Young St, Brighton, Ontario |
There is more to Proctor Park Conservation Area than what first meets the eye. Beyond the manicured lawns and open space, lies 37 hectares of natural wonder. Venture beyond the forest edge and follow the 2.5 kilometre trail that passes along Butler Creek, through cedar lowlands, and up through a maple/beech hardwood forest and a view of Presqu'ile Bay. There is something for all seasons -- hiking, nature photography, fishing, picnicking and cross-country skiing.
Proctor House Museum , an elegant and impressive house restored to the 1840 to 1880 period and operated by the Save Our Heritage Organization, is also located within the boundaries of Proctor Park Conservation Area.
Group picnics and other large events can be booked through the Lower Trent Conservation administrative office. Cost is $25 plus $1 per person.
PUBLIC NOTICE: Lower Trent Conservation is seeking public input on proposed improvements to its Proctor Park Conservation Area located in Brighton, ON. The improvements, slated to begin this spring, include installation of a memorial grove walkway, planting of trees, upgrades to the picnic shelter and signage, naturalization of habitat and better vehicular traffic management. TO VIEW THE PROPOSED PLAN CLICK HERE
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