Sportsfields
The Township of Centre Wellington has Sportsfields at the following locations
| Centre Wellington Community Sportsplex |
Centre Wellington Community Sportsplex (550 Belsyde Ave., Fergus)
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| Strathallan Park |
Strathallan Park (220 Strathallan St., Fergus)
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| Victoria Park North |
Victoria Park North (150 Albert St. W., Fergus)
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| Victoria Park South |
Victoria Park South (150 Albert St. W., Fergus)
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| Victoria Park West |
Victoria Park West (150 Albert St. W., Fergus)
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| St. Mary's School Park |
St. Mary's School Park (251 Irvine St., Elora)
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| South Ridge Park |
South Ridge Park (14 Stafford St., Elora)
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Parks
View our inventory of parks and trails in this mapping application.
Belwood Parks |
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The community of Belwood is located adjacent to Lake Belwood and the Grand River. The following parks are ideal for sports or leisure activities.
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Elora and Salem Parks |
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The community of Elora is host to many seasonal outdoor sports and community activities at the following park locations:
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Fergus Parks |
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The community of Fergus is host to many seasonal outdoor sports and community activities at the following park locations:
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Parks, Recreation and Culture Master Plan |
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Parks, recreation and culture facilities, programs, and services play an important role in Centre Wellington and in the lives of our residents. To provide direction for these important community assets over the next ten years, the Township of Centre Wellington has updated its Parks, Recreation and Culture Master Plan. |
Trails
The Township of Centre Wellington has lots of trailways to spend an afternoon walking, running or cycling on. It's a great way to travel and see the picturesque countryside.
Please see attached brochure for a map of the trails of Centre Wellington
Here are a few to choose from:
| Trestle Bridge Trail | ||
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The Trestle Bridge Trail is a 4 km trail which is jointly owned and operated by the County of Wellington and the Township of Centre Wellington. This trail provides a stunning natural connection between Fergus and Elora throughout the heart of Centre Wellington. |
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| Cottontail Road Trail | ||
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Owned and operated by the County of Wellington, this 12.6 km trail is a portion of the Trans Canada trail System which connects over 24,000km of trails across Canada. Completed in 2015, the trail is a combination of off road, on road and on shoulder trails. Starting just outside of Elora, this trail extends all the way to the Kissing Bridge Trail located in Guelph Eramosa Township. |
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The Aboyne Trail |
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The Aboyne Trail, owned and maintained by the County of Wellington, is a scenic trail that covers the Wellington County Museum’s grounds. It leads visitors to several outdoor exhibits, including the House of Industry Cemetery, the Pump House, Lime Kilns and the expansive grounds. |
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Elora Cataract Trail |
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Located along the former Credit Valley Railway line, this totals 47 km touching historic trail links parks, watersheds and communities along its route. From Fergus the trail runs along the top of Shand Dam to beautiful Belwood Lake Conservation area. The Elora-Fergus loop of this trailway offers a relaxed and varied 9k hike or bike through open farmland and picturesque pathways with spectacular views of the Grand River. This trail also links both towns to the majestic Wellington County Museum and Archives.
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Elora's Upper Gorge Trailway |
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Elora's Upper Gorge Trailway system offers visitors a self-guided historic tour of the gorge. Follow it through tree-lined streets and along cliff-tops. Discover spectacular views, hidden beaches and historic ruins all within a stone's throw of the village. |
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Centre Wellington Community Sportsplex Trail |
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This trail is an old farm hardwood bush trail also used as a campground during special events held at the CW Community Sportsplex. |
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River Loop |
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This loop is intended for those who wish to travel between Fergus and Elora efficiently. It provides the shortest commuting distance between the two towns. Although suitable for pedestrians and experienced cyclists, caution is required as this shared road has a posted speed limit of up to 60 km/h. |
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Bissell Park Loop |
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| Bissell Park Loop is 1.8 km and contains a wonderful boardwalk and paved path. Cyclist and pedestrian friendly. | ||
| Riverwalk Loop | ||
| This short loop in Fergus provides a great view of the Grand River and the falls. Intended for pedestrians only. | ||
| Trails Loop | ||
| The Trails Loop is 9.3 km and connects the Trestle Bridge Trail with the Elora Cataract Trailway. The stone dust path provides easy terrain for cycling and hiking. | ||
| County of Wellington Active Transportation | ||
| 'Get a Move' On Wellington! There are a lot of ways to get around Wellington County and keep active: walking, jogging, running, cycling, in-line skating, skateboarding, non-mechanized wheelchairs, snowshoeing, and skiing to name a few. We are working on a plan to support these types of ‘active transportation’ in our municipality and across Wellington County so you can walk, run, or bike to the local grocery store, school or work!
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| Centre Wellington's Commemorative Tree Program |
Building on the success of the Elora Cataract Trail, the Township has created a Trails Master Plan which explores the trails and open spaces in the Township and their uses.
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