O'Hara Mill Homestead and Conservation Area

O'Hara Mill Conservation Area and Pioneer Homestead at 638 Mill Road, Madoc ON will transport visitors back in time to the mid-1800s.

Scenic view of a serene pond surrounded by lush greenery with a wooden bridge in the background under a clear blue sky.
Scenic view of a tranquil pond surrounded by lush greenery and trees, with sunlight filtering through the foliage and a rocky foreground.
A quaint countryside cottage with a white picket fence surrounded by a lush garden, under a clear sky.
Sunlight filters through the canopy in a lush, dense forest with tall trees and moss-covered rocks.
View of O'Hara Mill, featuring a historic wooden mill with a water wheel beside a flowing stream and a covered bridge in the background.
Scenic view of a tranquil lake surrounded by lush green forests under a clear blue sky. A wooden bridge is visible in the distance.
Sunlight filtering through the canopy of trees in a dense forest, casting shadows on a dirt path.
Exterior view of a rustic wooden barn with a corrugated metal roof, located in a wooded area.
Sunlight filters through the dense trees in a forest, highlighting a small stream and the rocky, leaf-strewn ground.
View of a sunlit marshy area in a forest, surrounded by tall trees and fallen branches, with sunlight filtering through the foliage.

Explore O'Hara Mill

At O'Hara Mill, discover lovingly preserved pioneer era buildings like a blacksmith shop, carriage house, and one-room schoolhouse, as well as the original O'Hara family home, which is now a museum. This area is cared for by the O'Hara Volunteers Association.

For more information on the trails, events or operating hours of the homestead, visit O'HaraMill.ca

Things to look for:

  • Covered bridge
  • Sawmill
  • Visitor Centre
  • Museum

  • Hiking
  • Picnicking
  • Dog walking (dogs must be leashed at all times)
  • Education and events

  • Parking lot
  • Portable washroom
  • Picnic tables
  • Visitors Centre

Beginner Trails - 0.2 km

  • Relatively even terrain
  • Wide trail

Advanced Trails - 5 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:

  • Area opens at sunrise and closes 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
Aerial map showing various color-coded trails with symbols indicating different amenities and landmarks around a central lake.

Trail Map

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Avenza Mobile Map

White canvas with 'O'Hara Mill Conservation Area' written and the Quinte Conservation logo.

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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