- Hiking
- Cross country skiing
- Dog walking (dogs must be leashed at all times)
- 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.
Sidney Conservation Area
Sidney Conservation Area at 379 Airport Road, Stirling ON is a quaint property with just over 1 km of trails.
Explore Sidney
You'll wind through a stately red pine plantation, sections of mixed forest, and open areas. This area is a popular destination for cross country skiers and those seeking a simple nature trails.
- Parking lot
Intermediate Trails - 1.6 km
- Some elevation gain
- Some steep sections
- Uneven terrain
Things to keep in mind during your visit
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
Cross-country trails and motorized vehicles
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
Parking
You must pay to park at this conservation area. There is a daily parking pass that you can use between areas. A daily pass is valid on the day of purchase. Annual parking passes are also available.
Visit our parking page to learn more.
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