Natural Features
This park has provincially significant geological features related to glacial and post-glacial processes along one of the highest point of the Niagara Escarpment. Features include meltwater channels, moraine and talus slopes. Over 400 species of vascular plants have been identified in the park.
Park Facilities and Activities
Although the park area is without facilities, and camping is not permitted, visitors may enjoy hiking, nature appreciation, fishing, cross-country skiing and snowmobiling on designated OFSC trails. The Bruce Trail passes through the park. Pretty River Valley is part of the Niagara Escarpment Parks system and the Niagara Biosphere Reserve. Visitors are asked to respect the natural features, which are sensitive and easily damaged.Location: On the Niagara Escarpment, 83 km southeast of Owen Sound. From Highway 4, take County Road 2 to County Road 31, and proceed for 10 km. The park is to the west.
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Park Class |
Size |
IUCN# |
Location |
Operating Park |
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1032 ha |
No |
For more information:
Wasaga Beach Provincial Park
P.O. Box 183
Wasaga Beach, Ontario
LOL 2PO
(705) 429-2516
Last Modified: January 5, 2004
Queen's Printer for Ontario, 2008
