The Pittock Dam Corssing will be closed intermittently on Monday, September 21 and Tuesday, September 22 for work to be completed on the dam. There will be periods of time where you will be unable to cross the dam. Please plan accordingly or be prepared to wait.
Take time to enjoy Pittock's trail system!
Remember, take only pictures & leave only footprints.
Pittock Conservation Area/South Shore:
From the west, the pitted path starts next to the Thames River at the Tecumseh Street parking lot (across the river from the Millennium Trail System). The trail goes under the CPR railway bridge and Highway 59 to the parking lot at the end of Rivercrest Drive, next to Pittock Dam. From there, the pitted path goes to the entrance of Roth Park. You can also follow the trail North over the Pittock Dam and in to the North Shore free access day-use area.
The main trail in Roth Park is paved, with secondary trails that are hard packed dirt. The side trails (white blazed markers) travel through pine/ spruce plantations and have some gentle slopes. The side trails link back to the paved main trail, which ends at the Lansdowne Avenue parkette. At the parkette there is a viewing platform, washrooms, and parking access.
A single track, packed dirt trail continues east from this point to Oxford Road 4. This section of trail is less travelled but has great views of the east end of the lake. ATTENTION: You will have to double back at this point.
Pittock Conservation Area North Shore:
The trail can be accessed in the Day Use Area. This area provides parking, washrooms, picnic areas, disc golf and a splash pad. At this point, you have the option to travel west where the trail crosses the Pittock Dam. Special events are sometimes held in this area; please be courteous to these user groups.
W.L. Dickson Arboretum:
Dedicated to the memory of W.L. Dickson, this 6 hectare jewel is a product of a group called "The Men of the Trees." Here you will find approximately 140 labeled native trees and shrubs. This area is a five minute drive from the front gates of Pittock Conservation Area. Site address: 715532 Oxford Road 4, East Zorra Tavistock.
Rules to remember within the Conservation Area:
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Always carry your Cyclist/Pedestrian Pass
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Trails are open from dawn to dusk (night riding/hiking is prohibited)
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Please use official access points only
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Stay on the managed trails (marked with white blazes) and respect trail closures
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Bicycles are permitted, please be courteous and give way to hikers
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Bikers must wear and use appropriate safety equipment - helmets are mandatory and bike bells are recommended
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Slow down and use caution when approaching or overtaking other trail users
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Do not disturb wildlife or pick or transplant flowers or plants
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Keep trails litter free
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Do not climb fences
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All pets must be on a leash (2 m/6 ft max.)
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Fishing is permitted with a provincial fishing licence. Hunting is not permitted.
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Leave nothing but footprints, take nothing but pictures.
