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ELORA GORGE ELORA GORGE www.grandriver.ca/parks WARNING: DEEP GORGE! STAY BACK FROM EDGE! The Elora Gorge is one of the most beautiful and spectacular natural areas in the Grand River valley. The Grand River rushes through the gorge, which has 22-metre high cliffs. Riverside trails (with safety barriers) and scenic overlooks provide hikers with stunning views. Far below, kayakers and tubers make their way through the rapids. Note that safety warning signs are posted throughout the park. Exercise caution and stay on the trails. Stay away from the edge of the gorge and do not climb over safety fences or barriers. Our staff is here to make your visit as enjoyable as possible. Should you have questions, please do not hesitate to contact us. The 3 km of hiking trails in the park offer views of the 22- metre high cliffs. 100% Printed on Rolland Enviro100 Satin. This paper contains FSC certified 100% post-consumer fibre, is EcoLogo and Processed Chlorine Free accredited and is manufactured using biogas energy. Emergency Contacts: Park Phone 519-846-9742 Police Non-Emergency 1-888-310-1122 Police/Fire/Ambulance 911 Groves Memorial Hospital 235 Union St. E., Fergus 519-843-2010 Camping, fishing, hiking or boating, our parks are as close as your own backyard. Join us at one of 11 Grand River Parks. From quiet solitude to the delight of a family camping vacation, our parks showcase the best the area has to offer. Elora Gorge is open between May and October from 8 a.m. until sunset, or camp with us overnight. For more information including fees, park amenities or group facilities, please ask at the gatehouse, call the park, or visit www.grandriver.ca/parks. 7400 Wellington County Road 21, Box 356, Elora ON N0B 1S0 T: 519-846-9742 E: [email protected] www.grandriver.ca/parks Address: Nature... Next door. About the park

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ELORA GORGEELORA GORGE

www.grandriver.ca/parks

WARNING: DEEP GORGE! STAY BACK FROM EDGE!

The Elora Gorge is one of the most beautiful and spectacular natural areas in the Grand River valley.

The Grand River rushes through the gorge, which has

22-metre high cli�s. Riverside trails (with safety

barriers) and scenic overlooks provide hikers with

stunning views. Far below, kayakers and tubers make

their way through the rapids.

Note that safety warning signs are posted throughout

the park. Exercise caution and stay on the trails. Stay

away from the edge of the gorge and do not climb

over safety fences or barriers.

Our sta� is here to make your visit as enjoyable as

possible. Should you have questions, please do not

hesitate to contact us.

The 3 km of hiking trails in the park offer views of the 22- metre high cliffs.

100%

Printed on Rolland Enviro100 Satin. This paper contains FSC certi�ed 100% post-consumer �bre, is EcoLogo and Processed Chlorine Free accredited and is manufactured using biogas energy.

Emergency Contacts:

Park Phone 519-846-9742Police Non-Emergency 1-888-310-1122Police/Fire/Ambulance 911Groves Memorial Hospital 235 Union St. E., Fergus 519-843-2010

Camping, fishing, hiking or boating, our parks are as close as your own backyard.

Join us at one of 11 Grand River Parks. From quiet solitude to the delight of a family camping vacation, our parks showcase the best the area has to o�er.

Elora Gorge is open between May and October from 8 a.m. until sunset, or camp with us overnight. For more information including fees, park amenities or group facilities, please ask at the gatehouse, call the park, or visit www.grandriver.ca/parks.

7400 Wellington County Road 21, Box 356, Elora ON N0B 1S0T: 519-846-9742E: [email protected]/parks

Address:

Nature... Next door.

About the park

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We o�erplenty of ways to enjoy the outdoors.

CampingElora Gorge o�ers serviced and

unserviced campsites, as well as

larger sites for organized groups. Up

to six people are permitted per

campsite. Check-in is after 2 p.m. and

check-out is before noon.

SplashpadA 2,174 square foot splashpad is ideal

for an afternoon with small children.

Surrounding the splash pad is a

perimeter walkway so parents can

watch their children play from a safe

and dry distance. Families looking to

swim can visit the nearby Elora

Quarry Park at no additional cost.

FishingSince 1989, over 500,000 brown trout have been

stocked in the Grand River between Fergus and West

Montrose, which includes the section through the

park. This stretch of the Grand has attained a

well-deserved reputation as one of the best brown

trout �sheries in North America.

Tubing

Experience an exhilarating ride down the Grand River

on an inner tube. Tubers must register at the

concession, purchase a wristband and wear proper

safety equipment, which is rented at the concession

on a �rst-come, �rst-served basis. River �ows are

monitored daily and the activity can be suspended

without notice during periods of high river �ows. For

more information about hours and season,

cost, rules, restrictions, safety, and to see if

tubing is open, check

www.grandriver.ca/EloraTubing.

AlcoholA total alcohol ban is in e�ect for the entire park season. Alcohol is not permitted at any time, including on all registered campsites and in day-use areas.

Fees and Reservation PolicyAsk at the gatehouse for the full fee schedule and reservation policy, or view them at www.grandriver.ca/parks

WeatherBe aware of your surroundings and monitor the latest conditions for active weather. Seek appropriate shelter during severe weather during the day or night.

Quiet Hours11 p.m .to 7 a.m. No excessive noise at any time.

PetsPets must be kept on a leash at all times and cannot be left unattended.

We welcome group events such asfamily reunions, corporate picnicsand weddings.

The 2,174 square foot splashpad is sure to delight.

Reserve a campsite:www.grcacamping.ca1-877-558-GRCA

www.grandriver.ca/parks

MAPMAP

Swim at the Elora Quarry Conservation

Area for free by showing your current

admission receipt from Elora Gorge.

Elora Quarry : 319 Wellington County Rd. 18, Elora, ON

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Park Map

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Tube Rentals &Registration

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Radio-Free Area - Campsites 246 - 320

Park Boundary

Road

River

Gorge

Creek

Parking

Copyright GRCA, 2015. May not be reproduced or altered in any way.Note: map is a representation only. Scale and location of features are approximate.

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WARNINGWARNING: DEEP GORGE! STAY BACK FROM EDGE!Caution: Reflective campsite permit post denotes campsite in close proximity to gorge. Use UTMOST caution.