Macaulay Mountain Conservation Area

Macaulay Mountain Conservation Area at 224 County Road 8 in Picton, ON is home to a steep escarpment overlooking the Town of Picton. 

A serene landscape view featuring a small pond surrounded by lush greenery and trees, under an overcast sky.
A peaceful outdoor scene featuring a row of decorative birdhouses on poles in a lush, grassy field with trees and a cloudy sky in the background.
Pathway leading through a grassy area with trees, featuring a wooden birdhouse on a post and multiple bird feeders in the background.
A serene park scene featuring a winding dirt path and a wooden bench, surrounded by lush green grass and scattered trees.
A peaceful scene of a wooden bench beside a sunlit path through a lush green forest, indicating a serene spot for relaxation or a quiet walk.
A serene view of a frozen pond surrounded by leafless trees under a clear blue sky with a single fluffy cloud.
A pathway lined with tall grass leads through a forested area. On either side, various birdhouses are mounted on posts, showcasing different designs and colors.
A serene pathway winding through a lush green park, surrounded by tall trees and dense foliage, under a cloudy sky.
A serene winter scene showing a path dusted with snow, flanked by tall, bare trees under a clear sky.
A peaceful pathway through a forest with light snow cover, surrounded by bare trees and bright sunlight.

Explore Macaulay Mountain & Birdhouse City

This area contains over 7 km of trails including a walkway and Birdhouse City.

Things to look for:

  • Hiking
  • Picnicking
  • Wildlife photography
  • Dog walking (dogs must be leashed at all times)
  • Birding
  • Passive Biking - Passive Biking is recognized by Quinte Conservation as the activity in which individuals on bicycles traverse designated trails outlined by QC at a leisurely pace that would not pose a danger to trail users or wildlife, and would have minimal environmental impact.

  • Parking lot
  • Picnic shelter
  • Outhouse

Beginner Trails - 0.7 km

  • Relatively even terrain
  • Wide trail

Intermediate Trails - 2 km

  • Some elevation gain
  • Some steep sections
  • Uneven terrain

Advanced Trails - 4.9 km

  • Elevation gain
  • Several long, steep sections
  • Rough terrain with muddy sections
  • Seasonal wet/water crossings
  • Narrow trail

When visiting Quinte Conservation's areas, please make sure to:

  • Keep your pets leashed and clean up after them at all times
  • Stay on marked trails
  • Take everything with you, including your pet's waste – there are no garbage bins
  • Never remove natural items

Please note:

  • Areas open at sunrise and close at sunset
  • Overnight camping is not allowed
  • Alcohol is not allowed
  • Campfires are not allowed

The cross-country skiing trails are not groomed and motorized vehicles are not permitted outside of designated parking areas. This includes, but is not limited to:

  • All-terrain vehicles and dirt bikes
  • Motorized or electric bikes
  • Snowmobiles
  • Cars and SUVs
  • Motorized aerial devices such as drones
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Trail Map

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Avenza Mobile Map

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Story Map

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Parking

You must pay to park at this conservation area. There is a daily parking pass that you can use between areas. A daily pass is valid on the day of purchase. Annual parking passes are also available.

Visit our parking page to learn more. 

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