Macaulay Mountain Conservation Area

• Hiking
• Picnicking
• Wildlife photography
• Dog walking (dogs must be leashed at all times)
• Birding
• Passive Biking
  • Passive Biking is recognized by Quinte Conservation as the activity in which individuals on bicycles traverse designated trails outlined by the Authority at a leisurely pace that would not pose a danger to trail users or wildlife, and would have minimal environmental impact.

• Parking lot
• Picnic shelter
• Outhouse

Beginner Trails - 0.7 km

• Relatively even terrain
• Wide trail

Intermediate Trails - 2 km

• Some elevation gain
• Some steep sections
• Uneven terrain

Advanced Trails - 4.9 km

• Elevation gain
• Several long, steep sections
• Rough terrain with muddy sections
• Seasonal wet/water crossings
• Narrow trail

When visiting Quinte Conservation's areas, please make sure to:

• Keep your pets leashed and clean up after them at all times
• Stay on marked trails
• Take everything with you, including your pet's waste – there are no garbage bins
• Never remove natural items

Please note:

• Area opens at sunrise and closes at sunset
• Overnight camping is not allowed
• Alcohol is not allowed
• Campfires are not allowed

The cross-country skiing trails are not groomed and motorized vehicles are not permitted outside of designated parking areas.

This includes, but is not limited to:

• All-terrain vehicles and dirt bikes
• Motorized or electric bikes
• Snowmobiles
• Cars and SUVs
• Motorized aerial devices such as drones