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Mystery Falls

When:
Saturday, May 13, 2023, 9:30 AM
Where:
Mystery Falls
101 Elm Tree Dr
Parkhill, ON  

Canada
Additional Info:
Event Contact(s):
Terry Syer
Category:
Hiking
Registration is required before Friday, May 12, 2023 at 11:59 PM
Payment In Full In Advance Only
IMPORTANT: All who wish to participate in this event must pre-register by midnight the night before the event. If you find you are unable to attend, kindly cancel your registration.

If you are a non-member wishing to participate, you must first join the Lambton Outdoor Club, which includes completing the member waiver. A one month free trial membership is available for first time participants. Having enjoyed an outing or two, we hope you’ll join our wonderful club following your free trial membership. The annual membership fee is $25.

While participating, be respectful of other members' health management decisions and protective steps, and please stay home if you are feeling unwell.
No Fee
No Fee
EVENT DETAILS KEY INFORMATION
Event Description

Mystery Falls
The Ausable Bayfield Conservation Authority’s Mystery Falls is a little-known gem not far from Rock Glen.

Note:  This is a hunting permitted area - it is always open season on coyotes in southern Ontario.  There could be hunters.
Meeting Time
9:30
Please arrive 15 minutes prior to departure time for check-in and other information.

Ausable River Valley and Mystery Falls Trails
101 Elm Tree Drive
Parkhill, ON  




Level Moderate to Difficult, Challenging - adventurous
Distance  8  km to ? - note: we will be hiking north before going back to the falls.
Pace 3.5 km/hr
Duration 3 hours - 4 1/2 hours
Costs
Money is Required For:          n/a
Required Items to Bring Bright colored clothing - this is a hunting permitted area
- orange is the preferred color

hiking boots with good treads
Snack, water
Recommended to Bring hiking poles
waterproof boots
grippers for your boots if icy
Current Conditions 


 Participants Should Be Prepared For:
hunters are allowed in the area
If it rains a day or two before the hike the ground could be slippery. It is rugged, has rolling terrain
it could be muddy, could be wet, could be icy
there are several fallen trees to step over/around or go under.
a couple small creeks to get over as well

ticks

possible wildflowers in bloom