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Elora Cataract Trailway - Belwood Lake to Orton Section

Latitude/Longitude:  43° 43' 57" N , 80° 19' 55" W

This former Canadian Pacific rail line, which forms part of the Trans-Canada Trail system, is a multi-use trail used by hikers and cyclists, and on some sections horses and snowmobiles. Its entire distance is 42 km from Elora and Fergus to Cataract, and the 16 km “birding” section described between Belwood Lake and Orton is just east of Fergus.

Trail Owner: Grand River Conservation Authority
Trail Management: Elora Cataract Trailway Association
Trail Affiliation: Trans Canada Trail