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Minden ON K0M 2K0

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Minden Hills' parks and trails are located throughout the Township and offers scenic views and natural habitats for you to visit and enjoy.

ATV Trails 

The Haliburton ATV Association (HATVA) has multiple trails throughout the area for you to enjoy.

Cross Country Ski Trails

The Haliburton Highlands Nordic Trail & Ski Club offers day passes and memberships to use their many trails.

Furnace Falls Park

Located on County Road 503 across from Bacon Road, this park allows visitors to enjoy the sounds of nature and the Irondale River in a picturesque setting.

Harrington Park

Located on Horseshoe Lake Road, this Park allows visitors to view the spectacular beauty of the Minden Wild Water Preserve and rapids. This park features a footpath along the rapids which offer great vantage points to watch the many kayaking activities that take place here.

Length

Approximately 0.5km.

Difficulty

Easy to moderate.

Features

Spectacular view of the rapids.

Access

South of the Horseshoe Lake Road and Bethel Road intersection.

Haliburton Highlands Water Trails

The Poker Lakes area encompasses approximately 1,800 hectares of remote backcountry, provincial crown and municipal lands comprised of mixed forests and 12 lakes with minimal development. Camping/canoeing routes include 47 campsites and 10 portages. This is an ideal area for novice paddlers, families or anyone looking to have a relaxing and rejuvenating adventure in a natural setting. Camping permits/reservations required, go to Algonquin Highlands Trails to learn more.

Length

3km with various portages.

Difficulty

Easy to moderate.

Features

Backcountry canoeing and camping.

Access

5128 Highway 118, 25 km west of Carnarvon at Highway 35 (Camping Permits/Reservations Required).

Lutterworth Park

Located just upstream from the dam at Moore's Falls, this large grassy picnic area is perfect for family get-togethers.

Access

Off Highway 35 by Moore's Fall at 1145 Pacific Road

Minden Boardwalk

Starting at the main entrance and parking lot at the Minden Hills Cultural Centre, this boardwalk takes you through a natural grass marsh with the option of continuing to the Minden Ball Diamonds or on to intercept the Riverwalk, creating a lovely loop to include downtown Minden.

Length

Approximately 0.4km.

Difficulty

Easy.

Features

Fully accessible and permits bicycles.

Access

Entrance is at the Cultural Centre on Bobcaygeon Road.

Minden Community Centre Park

A playground space accompanied with baseball diamonds and picnic tables. Close to other amenities, the space offers ample room for people to enjoy.

Access

Located behind the S.G. Nesbitt Arena at 55 Parkside Street.

Minden Riverwalk

Located in downtown Minden, this unique pathway follows the Gull River and loops with a connecting foot bridge that brings you back downtown or allows you access to the Minden Boardwalk to continue on to the Minden Cultural Centre or the Ball Diamonds. You choose how long or short of a journey, the possibilities are endless.

Length

Approximately 1km.

Difficulty

Easy.

Features

Accessible pathway and footbridge over the Gull River.

Access

Along Water Street and Invergordon Avenue.

Panorama Park

This elevated park overlooks the village of Minden and offers a beautiful setting for picnics and stunning fall colour viewing.  The trees provide natural shade while the paved roadway allows for cars to easily park and enjoy the stunning sites.

Access

Panorama Park Road off of South Lake Road.

Rotary Park

This beautiful park is located along the Gull River and features plenty of parking, a boat launch and small dock. There are two separate beaches, a playground, and multiple park benches, two picnic shelters, and plenty of grassy areas for playing. The onsite washroom is fully accessible.

Access

Turn onto Rotary Park Road which is just south of the Highway 35 and County Road 21 intersection.

Skatepark

The Skatepark features multiple ramps and rails for all to enjoy on skateboards or bikes. Whether you are just learning or have some skills, there is an element you can try. The park sites next to a trail that connects to the Minden Boardwalk and is near the village of Minden.

Access

55 Parkside Street.

Snowdon Park

This is the largest park within our township, consisting of 460 acres of beautiful mixed woodland. This park is a must see destination point for outdoor enthusiasts for hiking, snowshoeing, cross country skiing, bird watching and many other outdoor activities.

Length

Approximately 3km with several other shorter trails throughout.

Difficulty

Easy to moderate.

Features

Year round access and wheelchair accessible sections.

Access

Entrance is just south of the South Lake/Gelert Roads intersection.

Snowmobile Trails

The Haliburton County Snowmobile Association (HCSA) maintains several trails and frequently updates their conditions.

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