Escape to Nature in Stouffville

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Just 30 minutes from Toronto, Stouffville is your perfect outdoor getaway—nestled in the scenic Oak Ridges Moraine, surrounded by forest, fresh air, and over a dozen trails to explore. Whether you’re driving or hopping on the GO Train, adventure is closer than you think!


🗺️ Trail Guide Overview

Each trail includes:

✔️ Walking/hiking
✔️ Nature observation
✔️ Cycling access
✔️ Parking
✔️ Trail maps & signage
✔️ Accessibility (where noted)


🌿 Featured Trails in York Regional Forest (Stouffville)

Trail Name Length Difficulty Accessibility Parking Location Map/Info
Bendor and Graves Tract ~2 km Easy ✔️ Highway 48, north of Vivian Rd More Info
Clarke Tract ~2.2 km Easy ✔️ McCowan Rd, south of Vivian Rd More Info
Dainty Tract ~2.5 km Easy ✔️ Kennedy Rd, south of Vivian Rd More Info
Eldred King Tract 11 km Moderate ✔️ Highway 48, south of Vivian Rd More Info
Hall Tract 1.5 km Easy Fully accessible McCowan Rd, north of Aurora Rd More Info
Hollidge Tract 1.8 km Easy Fully accessible Hwy 48, north of Aurora Rd More Info
Mitchell Tract ~3 km Easy ✔️ McCowan Rd, north of Bloomington Rd More Info
North Tract 1.7 km Easy Fully accessible Hwy 48, south of Davis Dr More Info
Patterson Tract ~2.5 km Easy ✔️ McCowan Rd, near Ravenshoe Rd More Info
Porritt Tract ~2.8 km Easy ✔️ Kennedy Rd, near Davis Dr More Info
Robinson Tract ~3.5 km Moderate ✔️ Kennedy Rd, north of Davis Dr More Info
Scout Tract ~2.3 km Easy ✔️ McCowan Rd, north of Ravenshoe Rd More Info

🌳 Conservation Areas & Town Trails

Area Name Length/Size Features Parking Map/Info
Bruce’s Mill Conservation Area 10 km trail system TreeTop Trekking, maple syrup festival, picnic Stouffville Rd More Info
Pangman Springs Conservation Area 100 hectares Hardwood forests, wetlands Kennedy Rd Town Info
Whitchurch Conservation Area 11 hectares Birding, pond, forested paths Aurora Rd Town Info
Stouffville Town Trail 6 km Urban connectivity, wayfinding signs Throughout town Town Info

♿️ Accessible Trail Experiences in Stouffville

Stouffville proudly offers 3 of the 4 accessible trails in all of York Region—making it the top destination for inclusive outdoor exploration.

Accessible Trails in Stouffville:

  1. Hall Tract15681 McCowan Rd

    • 1.5 km loop

    • Wheelchair accessible, forested path

    • Parking available

  2. Hollidge Tract16389 Highway 48

    • 1.8 km loop

    • Fully accessible with EV charging stations

    • Great for birdwatching

  3. North Tract17054 Highway 48

    • 1.7 km loop

    • Gently graded, packed gravel surface

    • Accessible parking and trail signage

These trails meet or exceed standards set by the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and are ideal for mobility devices and strollers.

Explore York Region’s Accessible Trails

Plan Your Visit

With the most regional trails in York Region, stunning conservation areas, and trails for all abilities, Stouffville is where your next outdoor story begins. Come for the nature, stay for the peace—and leave feeling recharged.

See you on the trail!

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