Service Disruptions
Belwood Lake Conservation Area: beach closure
Please be advised the presence of a suspected blue-green algae bloom has been observed at the beach at Belwood Lake Conservation Area. The GRCA consulted with WDG Public Health who has recommended a beach closure due to the observation of blue-green algae. The Belwood Lake Conservation Area beach is now closed.
For more information, please visit the August 27, 2025 news release.
Conestogo Lake Conservation Area: beach closure
Please be advised the presence of a suspected blue-green algae bloom has been observed at the beach at Conestogo Lake Conservation Area. The GRCA consulted with WDG Public Health who has recommended a beach closure due to the observation of blue-green algae. The Conestogo Lake Conservation Area beach is now closed, and swimming is not recommended.
For more information, please visit the August 22, 2025 news release.
Conestogo Lake Conservation Area: boat launch closure
Please be advised the West (shorter) boat launch at Conestogo Lake Conservation Area will be out of service for the remainder of the season beginning Saturday, August 23, 2025. This is due to lower-than-normal water levels for this time of year to facilitate the concrete repairs.
It is planned that the East (longer) boat launch will remain in service until Labour Day, Monday, September 1, 2025. Increased draw down of water levels starting on September 2 will result in the closure of this boat launch shortly after Labour Day.
For more information, please visit the project webpage, and the August 22, 2025 news release.
Temporary Closure: Luther Marsh Wildlife Management Area (southwest)
Laurel Creek Nature Centre - Access disruption
Guelph Lake Conservation Area - Construction detour and access disruption
Wellington County is undertaking a bridge rehabilitation project at Victoria Rd N (Wellington Road 38) that will create detours and access disruptions to Guelph Lake Conservation Area. Learn more on the Wellington County Website.
Temporary Closure: Baxendale West
Starting Monday June 16, 2025, Baxendale West will be closed to the public to allow for plantation management operations to resume. Signs will be posted at the main entrance of the property to inform the public. For maps or to learn more, please visit: www.grandriver.ca/CurrentForestProjects.
Pinehurst Lake Conservation Area - Construction detour and access disruption: 2025-2028
The County of Brant is undertaking a multi-year road construction project that will create detours and access disruptions to Pinehurst Lake Conservation Area. Learn more on the County of Brant website.
Ongoing closure: Mill Ruins at Rockwood Conservation Area closed
The ruins of the Harris & Co. Rockwood Woolen Mill remain closed due to potential safety concerns.
Contact Us
Grand River Conservation Authority
400 Clyde Road, PO Box 729
Cambridge, ON
N1R 5W6
Phone: 519-621-2761
Toll Free: 1-866-900-4722
grca@grandriver.ca