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Heron
Trail |
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Location
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Mashkinonje
Provincial Park, 342 Musky Island Road, south of Lavigne |
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Trailhead UTM |
552307 mE x 5123699 mN |
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Ownership |
Ministry of Natural Resources - Ontario Parks |
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Management |
Friends of Mashkinonje
and Municipality of French River |
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Length
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4.9 km / 3 miles
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Difficulty
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moderate
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Activities
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hiking,
snowshoeing
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Amenities
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parking,
lookout
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Surface
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moderate,
rolling
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Rules for Use:
- no bicycle or motorized use of trails
- pets must be kept on a leash
- removal of natural or historic objects; damage or defacing of property; and litter prohibited under Provincial Parks and Conservation Reserves Act
Safety Considerations:
- the official park status is non-operating and the park is not staffed by Ontario Parks, but it is maintained in partnership with community volunteers
- in the winter time, access roads may not be ploughed
- become familiar with backcountry travel and techniques, safety practices, and ethics
- take appropriate clothing, food, water, navigational aids, and a first aid kit when hiking or paddling
- protection from biting insects is recommended during spring and summer
- the park is the natural habitat for moose, bears, wolves, and bobcats, to name a few, so when hiking, pay attention and watch for wildlife
Maintenance:
- twice a year
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