LAUREL CREEK - Grand River Conservation Authority
LAUREL CREEK - Grand River Conservation Authority
LAUREL CREEK - Grand River Conservation Authority
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Nature...<br />
Next door.<br />
<strong>LAUREL</strong> <strong>CREEK</strong><br />
About the park<br />
Once surrounded by farmland, Laurel Creek<br />
<strong>Conservation</strong> Area is now a 294 hectare oasis<br />
in northwest Waterloo.<br />
The park and reservoir offer something for<br />
everyone, with close to 130 campsites, several<br />
picnic areas, sports fields and picnic pavilions<br />
for large groups. There are trails for the avid<br />
hiker, cyclist or naturalist. Water enthusiasts can<br />
take a leisurely paddle around the lake or go for<br />
a swim at the beach.<br />
Our staff is here to make your visit as enjoyable<br />
as possible. Should you have questions, please<br />
do not hesitate to contact us.<br />
Camping, fishing, hiking or boating, our parks<br />
are as close as your own backyard.<br />
Join us at one of 11 <strong>Grand</strong> <strong>River</strong> Parks. From quiet<br />
solitude to the delight of a family camping<br />
vacation, our parks showcase the best the area has<br />
to offer.<br />
Laurel Creek is open between May and October<br />
from 8 a.m. until sunset, and in the winter when<br />
conditions allow. For more information including<br />
fees, park amenities or to reserve equipment or<br />
group facilities, please ask at the gatehouse, call<br />
the park, or visit www.grandriver.ca/parks.<br />
Address:<br />
Emergency Contacts:<br />
625 Westmount Road North<br />
Waterloo, ON N2J 3Z4<br />
T: 519-884-6620<br />
E: laurelcreekpark@grandriver.ca<br />
www.grandriver.ca/parks<br />
Park Phone 519-884-6620<br />
Police Non-Emergency 519-653-7700<br />
Police/Fire/Ambulance 911<br />
<strong>Grand</strong> <strong>River</strong> Hospital 835 King St. W., Kitchener<br />
519-742-3611<br />
Picnic tables are located<br />
throughout the park.<br />
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www.grandriver.ca/parks
www.grandriver.ca/parks<br />
Reserve a campsite:<br />
www.grcacamping.ca<br />
1-877-558-GRCA<br />
We offer<br />
plenty of<br />
ways to<br />
enjoy the outdoors.<br />
Three pavilions can be rented for group<br />
events such as company picnics, family<br />
reunions and weddings. Inquire at the<br />
gatehouse, or call the park.<br />
Alcohol<br />
Alcohol is permitted only on registered campsites. An<br />
alcohol ban is in effect from May 1 until the third Sunday in<br />
June, as well as Labour Day weekend.<br />
Fees and Reservation Policy<br />
Ask at the gatehouse for the full fee schedule and<br />
reservation policy, or view them at<br />
www.grandriver.ca/parks<br />
Laurel Creek -<br />
a 294 hectare<br />
oasis in<br />
Waterloo.<br />
Camping<br />
We welcome the smallest tent, up to<br />
35-foot RVs with electricity and water<br />
hook-ups. Up to six people are<br />
permitted per campsite. A group<br />
campsite can be reserved for youth<br />
groups. Check-in is after 2 p.m. and<br />
check-out is before noon.<br />
Swimming<br />
The sandy beach welcomes those<br />
looking to swim, picnic or simply<br />
relax in the sun. There are no<br />
lifeguards, so parents and guardians<br />
must keep a close watch on children<br />
at all times. A lifejacket loaner<br />
program is available.<br />
Canoeing / Kayaking<br />
Canoeing and kayaking are popular on the lake.<br />
Canoes can be rented from the gatehouse,<br />
weather permitting, with a cash deposit or a<br />
credit card number. Rentals are available 9 a.m.<br />
to 8 p.m. from the Victoria Day weekend to<br />
Labour Day. Note: boats with motors are not<br />
permitted.<br />
Hiking<br />
About 4.5 km of hiking trails wind through forest<br />
and along the reservoir. Check the map on the<br />
reverse for trail locations (green, blue or red<br />
loops). In winter months the trails are groomed<br />
for cross-country skiing and snowshoeing. Please<br />
Weather<br />
Be aware of your surroundings and monitor the latest<br />
conditions for active weather. Seek appropriate shelter<br />
during severe weather during the day or night.<br />
Quiet Hours<br />
11 p.m .to 7 a.m. No excessive noise at any time.<br />
Pets<br />
Pets must be kept on a leash at all times and cannot be left<br />
unattended. No pets are permitted on the beach. Note:<br />
pitbulls and pitbull crosses are not permitted in the park.<br />
Refer to City of Waterloo animal by-laws.<br />
remember to stay on the<br />
trails and respect the unique<br />
environment.<br />
Visit in winter when the trails<br />
are groomed for cross-country<br />
skiing and snowshoeing.<br />
MAP
<strong>LAUREL</strong> <strong>CREEK</strong><br />
Entrance<br />
Park Map<br />
Copyright GRCA, 2013.<br />
May not be reproduced or<br />
altered in any way.<br />
Note: map is a representation<br />
only. Scale and location of<br />
features are approximate.<br />
<strong>Conservation</strong> Drive<br />
201<br />
Dumping<br />
station<br />
Dignity<br />
Memorial<br />
Grove<br />
Gatehouse<br />
- info<br />
- payphone<br />
- firewood<br />
- ice<br />
Westmount Rd. N<br />
Laurel Creek<br />
Nature Centre<br />
525 Beaver<br />
Creek Rd.<br />
Schneider<br />
Memorial<br />
Grove<br />
1<br />
Area 1<br />
Washrooms<br />
Showers<br />
Baseball<br />
Shelter<br />
(water)<br />
Garbage &<br />
Recycling<br />
Depot<br />
Critter Shelter<br />
(hydro & water)<br />
Canoe<br />
rentals<br />
Dam Shelter<br />
(hydro & water)<br />
Laurel Dam<br />
Emergency Phone<br />
2<br />
Area 2<br />
Boat<br />
launch<br />
Change<br />
house<br />
L a u r e l R e s e r v o i<br />
r<br />
Beach<br />
Bearinger Road<br />
Picnic shelter<br />
Washrooms<br />
Road<br />
Picnic area<br />
Boat launch<br />
Group camping<br />
Playground<br />
Hiking trailhead<br />
Rentals<br />
Water tap<br />
Vault toilet<br />
<strong>River</strong><br />
Parking<br />
Park<br />
boundary<br />
201<br />
1<br />
AREA 1<br />
Unserviced sites:<br />
54-58, 92-104,122-126<br />
Serviced sites:<br />
All others<br />
Blue trail<br />
Green trail<br />
Red trail<br />
2 AREA 2<br />
RADIO FREE<br />
Unserviced<br />
403 401<br />
402<br />
404<br />
405<br />
406<br />
407<br />
408<br />
410<br />
412<br />
409<br />
414 411<br />
416<br />
413<br />
415<br />
417<br />
400<br />
125<br />
126<br />
23A<br />
23<br />
91 79<br />
90 78 28<br />
24<br />
89 29<br />
77<br />
88 30 25<br />
87<br />
76 31 25A<br />
86 75 32 26<br />
85 74 33 27<br />
84 73<br />
34 27A<br />
83<br />
35<br />
72<br />
82<br />
36<br />
67<br />
40 39 38 37<br />
71<br />
80 81<br />
66<br />
49 48 47 46 45<br />
94<br />
70<br />
93<br />
69<br />
41<br />
54 92<br />
68<br />
42<br />
55<br />
65 43 50 56<br />
64<br />
58 57<br />
121 63 120 62 61 60<br />
118<br />
122 117<br />
123 116<br />
115<br />
113<br />
124 114<br />
95<br />
97<br />
Dumping<br />
station<br />
99<br />
96<br />
98<br />
101<br />
6<br />
5<br />
4<br />
3<br />
2<br />
100<br />
103<br />
102<br />
1<br />
104<br />
419<br />
418<br />
420<br />
421 422<br />
423<br />
424<br />
425<br />
Relax and enjoy<br />
your outdoor<br />
vacation at<br />
Laurel Creek.
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