C.M. Wilson Conservation Area
ALCOHOL BAN MAY 18 – 21, 2018
The Lower Thames Valley Conservation Authority acquired this 30 hectare property in 1967. The park was named after a former Chair of the Board of Directors, Clarence Michael Wilson.
Check out our latest YouTube video clip of C.M. Wilson Conservation Area!
General public day use visitors please pay admission at the Pay and Display machine located at the entrance to the park – coin or credit card only. Display ticket on vehicle dashboard. Thank you for supporting this conservation area!
Note: Camping, pre-booked education program and other program/facility rental fees different fee schedule.
Conservation Areas Fee Schedule 2018
Download C.M. Wilson Conservation Area Brochure
Directions
C.M. Wilson Conservation Area is located at 21799 Fargo Road. Located 8.5 km south of Chatham. Take Communications Road south, after going over Hwy. 401 turn right (west) onto Horton Road, cross railroad tracks, turn right (north) onto Fargo Road and travel 1 km to the entrance.)
Coordinates
Lat/Long 42.375, -82.107 UTM 408840, 4692030
Features
Barn Pavilion Rental available.
Beautiful Day Use areas.
Canoe and Bicycle Use Information
Canoes available ‘free’ for day users and campers! See details below for use.
Bikes available ‘free’ for day users and campers! See details below for use.
Canoe & Bicycle Use Information
- > Canoes and Bicycles can be used free of charge for campers and day use visitors.
- > Canoes & Bicycles available from 8:30am- 4:30pm Monday- Thursday.
- > Canoes & Bicycles available from 9:00am- 7:00pm Friday & Saturday \ 9:00am-5:00pm on Sundays
- > You can only borrow a canoe or bicycle for a maximum of one hour.
- > You must provide your Day Use Permit number, Season Day Use Permit number, or Camping Permit receipt number.
- > All safety equipment will be provided for you.
When borrowing a canoe you must:
- > Abide by all regulations set out by the Lower Thames Valley Conservation Authority
- > Stay within the pond
- > Wear a provided PFD
- > Sign a canoe rental consent form
- > Provide a valid Driver’s License number
There is no registration for canoes or bicycles. It is first come first serve.
Instructions
- > Ensure you have your Day Use Permit or Camping Permit receipt number ready.
- > Monday- Friday 8:30am- 4:30pm Call – (519) 354-7310
- > Saturday 9:00am- 7:00pm Call – (519) 358-6214
- > Sundays 9:00am-5:00pm Call – (519) 358-6214
- > Public Holidays 8:30am- 4:30pm Call –(519) 358-6214
Camping
Camp at one of 100 sites, available with hydro, hydro and water, or unserviced. Two group camp sites are also available for larger groups. Sites are available for nightly, weekly, and monthly rates. There are also sites available for season-long camping, with availability to store trailer on seasonal site over winter. For camping fees click here. Washroom facilities are fully serviced with showers.
Picnic tables are available throughout the park and organized groups can book the pavilion, or hold special events year-round in our rustic barn (see photo above), from family gatherings, to weddings, to school functions. Enjoy the new children’s adventure playground, new outdoor class room, fishing, sailing, canoeing, and nature trails. Most facilities are wheelchair accessible.
Soft drinks, snack foods, and assorted supplies are available for purchase at the gatehouse.
Other key features include:
- • Conservation Education Programs
- • Chatham-Kent and Lambton Children’s Water Festival (annual)
General Inquiries:
info@ltvca.ca
519 354-7310 year-round
519 354-8184 C.M. Wilson Conservation Area Workshop.
When Are We Open?
Day Use: Year-round from 8 a.m. to sunset daily. This is a Pay & Display park, machine for parking permit purchase is located at the gatehouse.
Campground: Open Victoria Day to Thanksgiving
Reservations: 519-354-8184
Natural Features
McKinlay Woodlands Memorial Forest is located in the C.M. Wilson Conservation Area. Hundreds of trees are planted in memory of loved ones every year, supported by McKinlay Funeral Homes Ltd.
Enjoy canoeing, fishing, or the scenic view of the man-made lake, a small Carolinian forest, and natural wetland area. There are also nature trails throughout the park, showcasing nature and wildlife.
No Hunting.
Conservation Areas are NOT off-leash dog parks. ALL DOGS AND PETS MUST BE LEASHED. UNLEASHED PETS ARE A FINEABLE OFFENCE. CLEAN-UP AFTER YOUR PET! Section 10.-(2) and (3) Under the Conservation Authorities Act.
CM Wilson Conservation Area is also home to the Chatham-Kent Children’s Safety Village.
Address
21799 Fargo Road
Blenheim
Ontario
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Chatham-Kent and Lambton Children's Water Festival
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