How deep is the Elora Quarry?

There are three kilometres of walking trails in the conservation area, offering views of the 22-metre deep gorge. The gorge is deep and the walls are steep. For your safety, only hike on marked trails.

How long does Elora Gorge take to go down?

around 2 hours
Strong swimming skills regardless of wearing a lifejacket is a safety thing, but it also helps the kids better enjoy their time on the water as it takes around 2 hours to tube down the river. At the beginning of the river run, you will find the rapids are quite strong and the flow is quite fast.

Can you cliff jump at Elora Quarry?

The Elora Quarry has been a designated conservation area since the mid 1970s, but it’s been a popular spot to swim for locals pretty much since the quarry closed. On occasion, people jump into the swimming hole from the surrounding cliffs, but this practice is strictly forbidden and will get you tossed from the park.

Do you have to pay to hike Elora Gorge?

Elora Gorge Conservation Area Trail Map For instance, you can’t hike from downtown Elora straight into the Elora Gorge Conservation Area. It is considered private property, and the only way to enter is by paying the admission at the main gates.

Is Elora Quarry man made?

Literally a man-made hole in the ground, the beautiful Elora Quarry swimming hole is one of the region’s favourite destinations.

Is tubing at Elora Gorge safe?

Please note that this tubing experience can be very dangerous. I would not bring kids of any age. I would let teens go but I would send an adult with them. (Mostly just so there is someone to stay calm and to be there in case of an emergency.)

Are there bears in Elora Gorge?

Reports of bears are less common than those of wolves and wildcats. In 1853 a female bear with two cubs was seen several times on the outskirts of Elora, in the area now being prepared for the racetrack, but which was a swamp 150 years ago. Early settlers in Luther Township encountered them occasionally.

How tall is the cliff at Elora Quarry?

COVID-19 Alert The centre of attention is the 0.8 ha (two acre) limestone quarry encircled by sheer cliffs up to 12 metres (40 feet) high.

Is the Elora Quarry near the Grand River?

The park has a one kilometre loop trail that meanders through cedar forests and, in spots, overlooks the Grand River. The Elora Cataract Trailway, a 47 kilometre trail linking the Grand and Credit river watersheds, is minutes away from the park. There are shaded areas for picnics and a few tables available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Is there a hospital in the Elora Gorge?

Grocery, hardware and drug stores are in Elora and Fergus. Medical services are available at Groves Memorial Hospital, 235 Union St. E., Fergus. Visit the Elora & Fergus Tourism website for more information about the area.

What to do in Elora on a day trip?

The Elora Gorge Conservation Area surrounds the Grand River gorge with its 22-metre high cliffs, riverside trails and camping, and kayaking and tubing on the rapids. The Campsites costs between $39 to $48 depending on the site.

Who was killed at Morrison quarry in Ottawa?

Police handout photo of the scene of the fatal cliff dive at the Morrison Quarry near Wakefield. Photo by MRC des Collines police / Ottawa Citizen A 35-year-old Ottawa man was killed Tuesday when he dove from a cliff at the Morrison Quarry near Wakefield as his young daughter watched and onlookers urged him not to jump.