Rogers Reservoir Conservation Area
Encounter great blue herons, American coots and sora rails at Rogers Reservoir Conservation Area. This 84 hectare site is a great place to watch nesting birds, cast a fishing line, and cycle along trails which are part of the Nokiidaa Trail system linking the Towns of Aurora, Newmarket and East Gwillimbury. The concrete lock and its swing bridge are remnants of a 'Ghost' Canal System built and abandoned in the early 1900's - without ever having been used.
Meadow Restoration
You've seen the new wetland at Rogers Reservoir, but did you know we're restoring a meadow too?
This meadow will be a sight to behold - you'll be able to see it from the Nokiidaa Trail on the north side of the river, but a newly meandering trail will also allow you to explore up close. As we move forward with this project, there may be opportunities to participate in meetings, plantings, guided walks and more.
Rogers Reservoir Management Plan Updates
Together with local residents, visitors, community groups and other interested stakeholders we're updating the Management Plan for Rogers Reservoir Conservation Area. Your feedback is an important part of this review. Through this process, you will have an opportunity to reflect on the value and use of the property, changes you may have seen over the years, and most importantly, your ideas for the future.
How can you get involved?
We invite you to participate in the online user survey, to let us know your thoughts about the property, and where you would like it to look like in the future. An user survey will be available online from June 30 to September 7, 2021. You can also contact Lauren any time during the Management Plan update process to share your feedback.
Need some help finding your way?
Smartphone maps are now available
Did you know you can now access the Rogers Reservoir map
using the free Avenza App?
Simply download the app on your smartphone and use it when you visit. It’s that easy! Once the map is downloaded, you won’t have to use your data when you hit the trails.
Use your device's built-in GPS to track your location on any map, plot locations and photos, measure distance and area, and more.
How to Use Avenza- Download the Avenza app on your mobile phone.
- Create an account (or click the small white x in the top right corner to skip this step!)
- Tap the store button.
- Click the “Find Maps" search bar. Search for LSRCA and select the map.
- Click install.
- Go to My Maps.
- Select your map and hit the trails. Once you install your map, you no longer need access to data.
