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ROCKWOOD ROCKWOOD www.grandriver.ca/parks Towering limestone cliffs, caves and glacial potholes are a few of the natural wonders found at Rockwood Conservation Area. You can view them from hiking trails on both sides of the Eramosa River, or in a rented canoe. The park has over 65,000 visitors a year from near and far and offers excellent recreational opportunities only a short distance from major metropolitan areas. Our staff is here to make your visit as enjoyable as possible. Should you have questions, please do not hesitate to contact us. The Harris Woolen Mill Ruins can be rented for events, such as weddings. The park also features a large pavilion overlooking the beach. 100% Printed on Rolland Enviro100 Satin. This paper contains FSC certified 100% post-consumer fibre, is EcoLogo and Processed Chlorine Free accredited and is manufactured using biogas energy. Emergency Contacts: Park Phone 519-856-9543 Police Non-Emergency 1-888-310-1122 Police/Fire/Ambulance 911 Guelph General Hospital 115 Delhi St., Guelph 519-822-5350 Camping, fishing, hiking or boating, our parks are as close as your own backyard. Join us at one of 11 Grand River Parks. From quiet solitude to the delight of a family camping vacation, our parks showcase the best the area has to offer. Rockwood is open between May and October from 8 a.m. until sunset, or camp with us overnight. You can also check the website or call the park for a new winter operating schedule. For more information including fees, park amenities or to reserve equipment or group facilities, please ask at the gatehouse, call the park, or visit www.grandriver.ca/parks. 161 Fall Street South Rockwood, ON N0B 2K0 T: 519-856-9543 E: [email protected] www.grandriver.ca/parks Address: Nature... Next door. About the park

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Page 1: Nature Next door.€¦ · The Harris Woolen Mill Ruins can be rented for events, such as weddings. The park also features a large pavilion overlooking the beach. 100% Printed on Rolland

ROCKWOODROCKWOOD

www.grandriver.ca/parks

Towering limestone cli�s, caves and glacial potholes are a few of the natural wonders

found at Rockwood Conservation Area. You can

view them from hiking trails on both sides of the

Eramosa River, or in a rented canoe.

The park has over 65,000 visitors a year from near

and far and o�ers excellent recreational

opportunities only a short distance from major

metropolitan areas.

Our sta� is here to make your visit as enjoyable as

possible. Should you have questions, please do

not hesitate to contact us.

The Harris Woolen Mill Ruins can be rented for events, such as weddings. The park also features a large pavilion overlooking the beach.

100%

Printed on Rolland Enviro100 Satin. This paper contains FSC certi�ed 100% post-consumer �bre, is EcoLogo and Processed Chlorine Free accredited and is manufactured using biogas energy.

Emergency Contacts:

Park Phone 519-856-9543Police Non-Emergency 1-888-310-1122Police/Fire/Ambulance 911Guelph General Hospital 115 Delhi St., Guelph 519-822-5350

Camping, fishing, hiking or boating, our parks are as close as your own backyard.

Join us at one of 11 Grand River Parks. From quiet solitude to the delight of a family camping vacation, our parks showcase the best the area has to o�er.

Rockwood is open between May and October from 8 a.m. until sunset, or camp with us overnight. You can also check the website or call the park for a new winter operating schedule. For more information including fees, park amenities or to reserve equipment or group facilities, please ask at the gatehouse, call the park, or visit www.grandriver.ca/parks.

161 Fall Street SouthRockwood, ON N0B 2K0T: 519-856-9543E: [email protected]/parks

Address:

Nature... Next door.

About the park

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We o�erplenty of ways to enjoy the outdoors.

Camping

Whether camping by tent or by

trailer, Rockwood is sure to be a

favourite spot for your family’ s

camping vacation. Up to six people

are permitted per campsite. Check-in

is after 2 p.m. and check-out is before

noon.

Canoeing / Kayaking

Canoeing is one of the most popular

activities at the park. Paddle the calm

waters of the Eramosa River and

explore the geological wonders.

Canoes and kayaks can be rented at

the beach boat house.

Swimming

Hit the beach on those hot, hazy summer days. Our

clean, sandy beach is a welcoming sight to those

looking to swim, picnic or simply relax in the sun.

There are no lifeguards, so parents and guardians

must keep a close watch on children at all times. A

lifejacket loaner program is available. Inquire at the

gatehouse. Water is tested weekly in the summer.

Hiking

The two main trails provide plenty of breathtaking

scenery including the river's edge, mixed forest and

unique geologic features. The trails can be accessed

from the beach or the mill ruins. The terrain in the

park consists of high cli�s and steep slopes –

exercise caution. For your

safety, and the health of this

unique environment, please

stay on the trails.

AlcoholAlcohol is permitted on registered campsites, except for a total alcohol ban on the Victoria Day and Labour Day long weekends. No alcohol is permitted in the day-use areas.

Fees and Reservation PolicyAsk at the gatehouse for the full fee schedule and reservation policy, or view them at www.grandriver.ca/parks

WeatherBe aware of your surroundings and monitor the latest conditions for active weather. Seek appropriate shelter during severe weather during the day or night.

Quiet Hours11 p.m .to 7 a.m. No excessive noise at any time.

PetsPets must be kept on a leash at all times and cannot be left unattended. No pets are permitted on the beach or in the swimming area.

We welcome group events such as family reunions and corporate picnics.

Hit the beach on hot summer days.

Reserve a campsite:www.grcacamping.ca1-877-558-GRCA

www.grandriver.ca/parks

MAPMAP

The caves at Rockwood formed at the end of the last ice age, about 11,000

to 16,000 year ago.

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The trails showcase the park's natural beauty.

Park Map

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Gatehouse- info- payphone- firewood- ice

Entrance/Exit

The Pavilion

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NatureCentre

Caves

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HarrisWoolenMill Ruins

HarrisWoolenMill Ruins

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PineviewPineview

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Picnic shelter

Picnic area

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Playground

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River

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Water tap

Washrooms

Hiking trailhead

Boat rentals

Concession

Showers

Vault toilet

Pothole Trail

Cedar Ridge Trail

Copyright GRCA, 2015. May not be reproduced or altered in any way.Note: map is a representation only. Scale and location of features are approximate.

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