First Day Hike!
Join us January 1st in Pretty River Valley at 635401 Second Line for a self-guided 2km hike or snowshoe between 10:00am and 4:00pm. Park staff will be onsite with Ask-the-Naturalist.
Complimentary hot chocolate and coffee will be provided. Bring your own mug!
Reminder for all visitors to wear blaze orange during hunting seasons in Pretty River Valley.
For more information check out the Ontario Hunting Regulations online or contact our park office at Wasaga Beach.
Fall Season
The leaves are beginning to change in Pretty River Valley Provincial Park.
If you plan to visit the park this fall please ensure to follow all park rules and plan your route!
CLOSED TRAILS
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Pretty River Valley Provincial Park is home to over 40+ km of trail systems.
Reminder for cyclists, runners, and hikers to travel on open and existing trails.
These sensitive natural areas provide important habitats for a variety of species at risk.
Before visiting Pretty River Valley this long weekend, follow these tips and rules to ensure your safety while enjoying the trails!
🥾Plan your route
🚴♂️ Travel on open trails
🗑️ Leave no trace
🍓Pack lots of snacks and water
LEAVE NO TRACE
Pack out everything you bring in.
🚫 Littering and dumping of household waste is not permitted in the Provincial Park.
🗑️ Respect the environment by disposing of all waste properly and keeping our natural spaces clean.
Ontario Parks staff have been working collaboratively with The Bruce Trail Conservancy and the Town of Blue Mountains on making access to Pretty River Valley safer with the addition of a new pedestrian crosswalk a safer parking area and a new Bruce Trail re-route.
Pretty River Valley has amazing hiking trails you and your dog would love!
Just remember:
🦮Dogs must be kept on leash at all times to protect our parks ecological integrity.
🦮Other hikers may not appreciate your pooch’s enthusiasm.
🦮Bag all waste, and dispose of it properly.
Visitors be aware Mountain Bike trail maintenance will occur Friday, May 5, 2023.
This may impact your visit to the park. Questions and inquires can be directed to the Wasaga Beach Provincial Park office at 705-429-2516.
Please note: The enforcement of the roadside parking restriction on Pretty River Road between The Blue Mountains - Clearview Townline and the Osprey-Blue Mountains Townline will begin November 30.
Learn more: https://t.co/fWdEGyj6iX
Due to periods of rain, trail conditions have become very wet and are not suitable for activity at this time.
Please stay tuned for updates on trail conditions, and plan to use trails on a dryer day.
We all love to spend time in nature, so it’s important that we do our part to protect it.
Off-road vehicles cause damage to the natural environment and are prohibited in our park.
When you visit, consider other activities like hiking and mountain biking on designated trails!
Leaves are starting to change at Pretty River and we’re expecting this weekend to be busy!
Here’s what you need to know before coming to visit:
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