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The Cranberry Trails

The Cranberry Trails are year-round trails.
There is no charge for using the trails, just check in at the Cranberry Store before you head out.
Our trails now include THREE self-guided tours and THREE geocaches!
Never tried Geocaching? Rent a GPS and try it out!

Pets on leashes are allowed.

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OLD MARSH TRAIL

Open

Walk/Snowshoe

1.1 km

Easy, stroller friendly

Circle our heritage beds and learn about cranberry growing. The trail includes a Cranberry Tour with 14 stations that explain all aspects of cranberry growing. We've also added a Kids' Tour with fun facts, jokes and a puzzle to solve. Look for picnic tables along the way.

Old Marsh Geocache co-ordinates: N 45° 03.362 W 079° 38.537

Bourneman's Pond Geocache co-ordinates: N 45° 03.449 W 079° 38.776
LITTLE ORVILLE LAKE TRAIL

Open

Hike/Snowshoe

2.5 km

Moderate, wooded hike

Half an hour to an hour's hike. Trail includes an Eco Tour with signs that explain unique aspects of this area. Wonderful scenery. Picnic site on scenic outlook.

Orville Lake Geocache co-ordinates: N 45° 03.002 W 079° 38.450
SOUTH MARSH TRAIL

Open

Hike/Snowshoe

1.2 km

Easy, stroller friendly

 Circle the marsh that was planted in the 1960's. An easy walk with lots of wildlife sitings.

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Old Marsh Trail - 1.1 km loop

  • Learn all about cranberry growing on this self-guided tour of the marsh
  • Kids' Tour includes fun cranberry facts, jokes and a puzzle to solve for a prize. Details in the store.
  • Old Marsh Geocache: N 45° 03.362 W 079° 38.537
  • Bourneman's Pond Geocache: N 45° 03.449 W 079° 38.776
  • Uses: Hiking, Cross-country skiing, Snowshoeing

Little Orville Lake Trail - 2.5 km loop

  • Take a picnic and hike up to the reservior.
  • Read interesting 'eco-facts' along the way
  • Orville Lake Geocache: N 45° 03.002 W 079° 38.450
  • Uses: Hiking, Cross-country skiing, Snowshoeing

South Marsh Trail - 1.2 km loop

  • An easy hike around a working cranberry marsh
  • Uses: Hiking, Cross-country skiing, Snowshoeing

 
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