Experience nature’s gifts at Bruce’s Mill Conservation Park, as you walk along the forest trails, zip your way through the high tree canopy, practice your swing on our Driving Range, and taste the sweet maple syrup during the Sugarbush Maple Syrup Festival. Bruce’s Mill Conservation Area is a conservation area located off Stouffville Road. The conservation area is 267 acres in size, and is home to a diverse ecosystem, including wetlands and deciduous, coniferous and mixed forest. It is owned and managed by the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA).

Bruce’s Mill Conservation Park was established in 1961, after 52.6 hectares of land were purchased by TRCA. At the time, several buildings and a road system existed on the land. Today, the only historic buildings that remain include the mill attendant’s house and the water-powered mill building.

Sugarbush Maple Syrup Festival. The festival is generally held March to the beginning of April. The family fun includes wagon rides, Sugarbush demonstrations, activities and sampling.

Driving Range. Starting in May, the range is open weekdays 10:30 am-dusk and weekends and Holidays 9:00 am-dusk. It features 50-60 station grass tee deck, a putting green, chipping areas, pro shop with rentals, professional lessons, and refreshments on an outdoor patio. The David Fritz Golf Academy offers lessons and a Summer Camp.

Hiking Trails. There are nearly 6km of hiking trails divided into three trail lengths with mixed surface treatments from natural to paved. During the fall, Bruce’s Mill Conservation Park plays host to a number of cross-country races. The large shade trees offer the perfect conditions for training and competition. With 22 picnic sites, Bruce’s Mill Conservation Park can easily accommodate groups both large and small.

The park also includes Treetop Trekking, Treewalk Village, and Stouffville BMX (see separate listings).