Trails and Pathways

Haldimand County offers more than 40 kilometres of trails and pathways for outdoor recreation.

Trails list

Caledonia

Chippewa Trail

Runs from Haldibrook Road to Haldimand Road 66
Natural multi-use trail
Roadside parking
Distance: 2.7km
Surface: Granular
Cross Slope: 2%
Running Slope: 1-2%

Gypsum Mine Tract

Runs from McClung Road to Haldimand Road 9, then south to Highway 54
Multi-use trail
Partially natural, partially on-road
Connects to Chippewa Trail and Rotary Riverside Trail
Distance: 12.2km
Surface: Granular
Cross Slope: 2%
Running Slope: 1-2%

Caledonia Kinsmen Park Walkway

Runs through Kinsmen Park
Walking path
Paved and lit
Distance: 0.3km
Surface: Paved
Cross Slope: 2%
Running Slope: 2-3%

Patterson Walkway

Runs east of Argyle Street along the Grand River
Walking path
Paved and lit
Distance: 0.5km
Surface: Paved
Cross Slope: 2%
Running Slope: 2-3%

Ramsay Walkway

Runs along the Grand River between Argyle Street and the Caledonia Old Mill
Walking path
Paved and lit
Distance: 0.4km
Surface: Paved
Cross Slope: 2%
Running Slope: 2-3%

Rotary Riverside Trail

Runs along the Grand River from Seneca Park
Part of Trans Canada Trail System
Natural multi-use trail, suitable for walking, hiking and biking
Parking at Seneca Park
Distance: 6km
Surface: Granular
Cross Slope: 1-2%
Running Slope: 2-3%; 10-15% in areas

Thistlemoor Park Pathway

Runs through Thistlemoor Park
Walking Path
Distance: 0.4km
Surface: Granular
Cross Slope: 2%
Running Slope: 1-2%

Cayuga

Cayuga Grand Vista

Looped route that runs along Munsee Street, Hwy 3, King George Street and over the Grand River
Multi-use trail, perfect for hiking, biking and walking
Partially natural, partially on-road
Parking at Courthouse and in lot off King George Street
Distance: 3.2km
Surface: Granular
Cross Slope: 2%
Running Slope: 1%; 12-15% in areas

Dunnville

Blue Heron Way

Runs from Hutchinson Road to the Gord Harry Trail to Niagara
Natural multi-use trail
Roadside parking
Distance: 1.6km
Surface: Granular
Cross Slope: 2%
Running Slope: 1-2%

Dunnville Walking Path

Runs from Centennial Park to the Farmers’ Market
Paved walking path
Distance: 2km
Surface: Paved
Cross Slope: 2%
Running Slope: 2-3%

Rail Park Pathway

Runs between George Street and Cedar Street
Natural walking path
Distance: 1.6km
Surface: Granular
Cross Slope: 1-2%
Running Slope: 2-3%

Jarvis

Jarvis Lions Walking Trail

Runs through Jarvis Lions Park
Walking path
Paved and lit
Fully accessible
Distance: 1.2km
Surface: Paved
Cross Slope: 1%
Running Slope: 1%

Selkirk

Waterfront Way

Runs from Erie Street to Blue Water Parkway
Natural multi-use trail
Parking at Parkette off Erie Street
Distance: Approximately 225 metres
Surface: Granular
Cross Slope: 2%
Running Slope: 5-10%

Townsend

Townsend Recreation Trail

Runs through Townsend and over Nanticoke Creek
Multi-use walking path
Paved and lit
Distance: 4km
Surface: Paved
Cross Slope: 2%
Running Slope: 1-5%

Trail safety and etiquette

Stay on marked trails for the safety of yourself and the environment
Avoid excessive noise
Dress appropriately for weather conditions and keep hydrated
Keep our natural areas clean by using the recycling and trash receptacles along the routes
Use proper sun protection
Trails are not maintained in the winter, use is not recommended

Trail rules

Park only in permitted parking areas
No motorized vehicles
Camping and hunting are not permitted on trails
Horseback riding is not permitted on trails, pathways or other public, outdoor spaces
Alcohol is not permitted on the trails at any time

Trails master plan

Learn about the Trails Master Plan and Partnership Framework Study.

Trails advisory committee

Find more information on the Trails Advisory Committee.