Rock Glen Conservation are is located 2 km outside of the small town of Arkona, Ontario. The 27 hectare park is historically and geologically significant. You can stop off in the museum to see exhibits on fossils, mussels, artifacts found in the area and other relevant information. Bring a picnic, go for a hike, sit by the falls or look for birds. The park has a lot to offer, including tons of shade on hot summer days.
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- Stairs taking you to the top of the ridge along the gorge.
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- Fall wildflowers can still be found.
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- Stairs leading to the riverbed and trails.
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- Trails and picnic areas.
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- Metal bridge over the river.
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- False Soloman’s Seal in its vibrant fruit phase.
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- Bracket fungi thriving in its environment.
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- Views of the falls and the Ausable Gorge from the upper trail.
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- Puffball mushrooms are only one type of fungi you’ll find.
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- Take stairs down to the bottom of the falls for great views and lots of shade.
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- Come throughout the year to see how the varying water levels affect the falls.
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- Milkweed and milkweed bugs.
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- Wildflowers found throughout the park.
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- Trails that take you through the Carolinian Canada zone.
