Service Disruptions
Notice of Herbicide Use:
Please be advised that Arkell Springs Smith will be closed to the public September 26-27, October 3-4, and October 17-18. GRCA is applying herbicides to control invasive shrubs according to the Pesticides Act and Ontario Regulation 63/09 under the forestry exception. This disruption will remain in effect on the days the work is being completed. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation as we work to improve the health of our watershed.
Boat launch at Belwood Lake – Closed as of October 9
Due to drier than normal conditions, the boat launch at Belwood Lake is now closed for the season.
Boat launches at Conestogo Lake Conservation Area - Closed
The two boat launches are now closed for the season, due to the Conestogo Dam Concrete Rehabilitation Project.
Beach at Conestogo Lake Conservation Area - Closed
The beach is now closed for the season, due to the Conestogo Dam Concrete Rehabilitation Project.
Rockwood Conservation Area - Boat rentals and Mill ruins parking closed
The Mill Ruins boat launch and parking lot will be closed from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on October 8 - 9 for a special event.
Ongoing Closure: Low Level Bridge at Elora Gorge – Pedestrian Access Only
The low-level bridge at Elora Gorge Conservation Area is now open to pedestrian traffic, but remains closed to vehicles. Construction crews are nearing completion of remediation work on the bridge, with the closure to vehicles expected to last until the end of the season. We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding as we work to enhance the safety and functionality of this infrastructure.
Pinehurst Lake Conservation Area - Construction detour and access disruption: 2023-2024
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.