Kelso Conservation Area

#38 among destinations in Canada

Winter sport, Ski area

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Nestled within the picturesque landscapes of Milton, Ontario, the Kelso Conservation Area is a beloved retreat for outdoor enthusiasts and a premier destination for winter sports aficionados. This versatile ski area, just an hour's drive from Toronto, offers a charming escape with its scenic vistas and a variety of activities year-round.

During the winter months, Kelso transforms into a bustling hub for skiers and snowboarders, boasting well-groomed slopes that cater to all skill levels. From gentle beginner runs to more challenging terrain for the experienced, Kelso provides a safe and exhilarating environment for all to enjoy the thrill of winter sports. The area is equipped with lifts and a rental shop, ensuring visitors have everything they need for a day on the slopes.

But Kelso Conservation Area is not just a winter wonderland. As the snow melts and spring emerges, the area reveals hiking trails that meander through lush forests and around the serene Kelso Lake. The conservation area is also a popular spot for mountain biking, with trails designed to challenge and delight riders of all abilities.

Coordinates: 43°30'36"N, 79°56'48"W

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Kelso Conservation Area – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Bruce Trail, Rattlesnake Point, Crawford Lake, Crawford Lake Conservation Area.

0.9 miSE
Hiking, Hiking trail
Bruce Trail, Milton
22 min walk • The Bruce Trail is a hiking trail in southern Ontario, Canada, from the Niagara River to the tip of Tobermory, Ontario. The main trail is more than 890 km long and there are over 400 km of associated side trails.
3.2 miSE
Hiking trail, Nature and wildlife, Lookout
Rattlesnake Point, Milton
81 min walk • Nestled in the verdant landscape of Milton, Canada, Rattlesnake Point offers a serene escape into nature's embrace. This conservation area is renowned for its breathtaking vistas, expansive hiking trails, and the iconic limestone cliffs that draw outdoor enthusiasts...
2.9 miS
Natural attraction, Lake, Park
Crawford Lake
74 min walk • Nestled in the heart of the lush Niagara Escarpment in Ontario, Canada, Crawford Lake is a serene and picturesque destination that offers a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of city life. This meromictic lake, a rare type of lake with layers of water that do...
2.8 miS
Museum
Crawford Lake Conservation Area
72 min walk • Nestled in the lush greenery of Milton, Ontario, Crawford Lake Conservation Area offers a tranquil retreat and a fascinating journey into the past. At the heart of this serene natural landscape lies a reconstructed 15th-century Iroquoian village, providing an immersive...
3 miE
Body of water, Park, Lake
Mill Pond, Milton
78 min walk • Mill Pond. is a manmade freshwater reservoir in downtown Milton, Ontario, Canada. The pond powered a gristmill for almost a century within which time a pioneering settlement grew up to be a town, Milton, around the pond and the mill.
0.6 miNE
Museum, History museum
Country Heritage Park
17 min walk • The Country Heritage Park is located next to Highway 401 and the Niagara Escarpment in Milton, Ontario, Canada, and recreates rural life in the 19th century in Ontario.
2.7 miE
43°30'41"N • 79°53'33"W
Aspire Climbing, Milton
70 min walk • Game and entertainment center, Climbing
5.5 miSW
Park, Trail
Mountsberg Conservation Area
140 min walk • Mountsberg Conservation Area is a conservation area near Campbellville, Ontario widely known for its Raptor Centre. It is owned and operated by the Halton Region Conservation Authority. Kept there are variety of birds, buffalo, horses, and many other animals. Schools can go to the Conservation area to have lessons about birds.
3.4 miNE
Church
Boston Presbyterian Church
87 min walk • Boston Presbyterian Church is a Presbyterian church in Scotch Block of Halton Hills, Ontario, Canada. Services have been held in the area known as Scotch Block since 1820.
0.9 miSW
View point, Trail, Lake
Hilton Falls Conservation Area Entrance, Milton
22 min walk • Hilton Falls Conservation Area located in Campbellville, Ontario on the Niagara Escarpment is a conservation area known for its ten-metre waterfall and hiking trails. It constitutes 645 hectares and also offers mountain biking, cross-country skiing. It is owned and operated by Conservation Halton.
2.9 miW
Sport venue, Racetrack, Sport
Mohawk Racetrack
73 min walk • Mohawk Racetrack is a harness racing track in Campbellville, Ontario. It is owned by Woodbine Entertainment Group and is about 40 km southwest of the company's other racetrack, Woodbine Racetrack in Toronto, Ontario.