Town Notices

Wooded Trail Closures

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Published: August 05 2025 15:43

Public Notice-Closures

Vantassel Lake Trails And Rail Bed Trail (Pleasant Street to Victoria Street)

Will be closed Effective Today August 5, 2025 at 4:00 PM Until futher notice

The Province is restricting travel and activities in the woods because continued hot, dry conditions have greatly increased the risk of wildfires.The restrictions, effective as of 4 p.m. today, August 5, include:• hiking, camping, fishing and the use of vehicles in the woods are not permitted• trail systems through woods are off limits• camping is allowed only in campgrounds.These and other measures are in place on provincial Crown and private land until October 15 or until conditions allow them to be lifted. The fine for violating the restrictions is $25,000.While the restrictions are in place, people can still access beaches and parks, but not the trail systems. Private landowners are free to use their own properties but cannot host others to use wooded areas of their properties.