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The Dufferin County Forest is a 1,066 hectare (2,636 acre) multi-tract forested area owned and managed by the county.

The Forest serves important functions in terms of erosion and water control, natural heritage protection, biodiversity, wildlife habitat, recreational opportunities, and support of the rural economy through timber production and employment opportunities.

Dufferin Rail Trail

General Information

Dufferin County Forest Maps

Hunting

Recreational Use

Forest Management Planning

Forests & Human Health

Public Participation

Resources for Woodland Owners

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Wild Turkey Shotgun/Archery Season April 25 - May 31

A paved country road runs through a hilly, tree-lined road.

County Calls On Community To Help Prevent Spread of Oak Wilt

A shallow stream flows through a wooded area in Dufferin County.

Dufferin County Forest Annual Report

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Friday May 1st to Monday May 4th – OCTRA HORSEBACK RIDING EVENT – Main Tract
Saturday May 9th – EPIC 8 HOUR BIKE RACE – Main Tract
Saturday May 9th – GANARASKA HIKING CLUB – Main Tract
Thursday May 14th to Sunday May 17th – MEMENGWAA HEALING SPRING FASTING CAMP – Main Tract
Friday May 15th to Monday May 18th – OTRA HORSEBACK RIDING EVENT – Main Tract
Friday May 22nd to Monday May 25th – CHESLEY SADDLE CLUB HORSEBACK RIDING EVENT – Main Tract
Saturday May 30th & Sunday May 31st – NORTH89 RUNNING RACE – Main Tract

Friday June 5th to Monday June 8th – OCTRA HORSEBACK RIDING EVENT – Main Tract
Sunday June 7th – SUBSTANCE PROJECTS BIKE RACE – Mono Tract
Friday June 12th to Monday June 15th – CHESLEY SADDLE CLUB HORSEBACK RIDING EVENT – Main Tract
Sunday June 14th – TORONTO ORIENTEERING CLUB – Main Tract
Friday June 19th to Monday June 22nd – OTRA HORSEBACK RIDING EVENT – Main Tract