Day Use/Picnicking

Dan Patterson Conservation Area

Nestled in the Kettle Creek valleylands, Dan Patterson Conservation Area is a popular picnic spot that offers an abundance of shade trees, a rentable picnic pavilion and a playground.

For those who enjoy history, the site is home to a restored log cabin. The cabin was originally the home of Alexander Patterson, who emigrated from Scotland in 1834. A replica water tower and windmill have also been restored on the site.

Dan Patterson hosts the Elgin Historical Show every August. Highlights include demonstrations of steam-powered machinery, a thresherman’s breakfast and antique tractor displays.

No permit is required.

Lake Whittaker Conservation Area

The day-use facility at Lake Whittaker Conservation Area includes a public beach, picnic area and lots of room for fishing. The beach is unsupervised, but a swimming area is identified. Canoe and kayak rentals are available or you can launch your own at the boat ramp. Please note that only electric motors are allowed. Lake Whittaker also features an 18 hole disc golf course.

You can book your Lake Whittaker Day-Use pass online at: bit.ly/2VqHs2P. Enter your personal information and a confirmation letter will be sent directly to your email. You can present your confirmation letter at the gatehouse window; or if the gatehouse is closed proceed to enter the campground.

Dalewood Conservation Area

The day-use facility at Dalewood Conservation Area includes a picnic area and access to a fishing platform. Canoe and kayak rentals are also available or you can launch your own. Please note that only electric motors are allowed.

You can book your Dalewood Day-Use pass online at: bit.ly/3tr7VtK. Enter your personal information and a confirmation letter will be sent directly to your email. You can present your confirmation letter at the gatehouse window; or if the gatehouse is closed proceed to enter the campground.

Confederation Park

Confederation Park is a small green space owned by KCCA, in the heart of the town of Belmont. The park is managed by the Municipality of Central Elgin. Perfect for a picnic area or quiet reflection. Seating is available

Permissive use access applies to this property from dawn to dusk, May 1 – November 30.