Fanshawe, Wildwood, and Pittock Conservation Areas Open for the Season

Fanshawe (London), Wildwood (St. Marys), and Pittock (Woodstock) Conservation Areas officially open on Monday, May 1st at 8:00 am. The Upper Thames River Conservation Authority employs more than 70 full-time and seasonal staff at these beautiful parks with wonderful outdoor recreational opportunities close to home!

Conservation Areas are a great option for all of your outdoor adventures. Whether you enjoy backcountry hiking or trailer camping, join us for a day, a week, or the whole season. Adventure close to home awaits you!

We have the longest mountain biking loops in the region, amazing lakes for boating, great fishing opportunities, and awesome hiking trails all in a beautiful natural setting. Enjoy evening campfires, cooking outdoors, swimming, or simply relaxing in nature.

A Season Pass gives access to all three Conservation Areas!

Fanshawe Conservation Area offers:

    • 511 campsites
    • Swimming pool and splash pad in campground
    • Large lake for boating, sailing, and fishing
    • Modern washrooms and laundry facilities
    • 30 km of hiking and biking trails
    • Summer recreation programs
    • Beautiful day use area with pavilions – great for special events!
    • Canoe and kayak rentals
    • Ontario Federation of Anglers and Hunters TackleShare program – free fishing gear for everyone!

Pittock Conservation Area offers:

    • Great day use area for special events
    • 248 campsites
    • Picturesque and private group camping facilities
    • Large lake for boating, sailing, and fishing
    • Modern washrooms and laundry facilities
    • 5 km of hiking and biking trails
    • Swimming pool in campground
    • Summer recreation programs
    • Children’s splash pad
    • Nationally rated 18 hole disc golf course
    • Rental program including canoes, kayaks, shelter, and sporting equipment
    • Ontario Federation of Anglers and Hunters TackleShare program – fishing gear for everyone!

Wildwood Conservation Area offers: 

    • 387 campsites
    • Large lake for swimming, boating, sailing, and fishing
    • Modern washrooms and laundry facilities
    • Canoe and kayak rentals
    • Fat bike rentals
    • 30 km of biking and hiking trails
    • Summer recreation programs
    • Peaceful day use area
    • Ontario Federation of Anglers and Hunters TackleShare program – free fishing gear for everyone!

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