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Lambton County Heritage Forest loop

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Lambton Shores

Lambton County Heritage Forest loop

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Lambton County Heritage Forest loop

01:35

6.23km

20m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: June 17, 2026

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Start point

Parking

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332 m

Lambton County Heritage Forest

Highlight • Forest

Lambton County Heritage Forest is a beautiful natural area that protects one of the largest remaining tracts of Carolinian forest in the region. Nestled along the Lake Huron shoreline, there is a network of trails that wind through mature woodlands, wetlands, and sand dunes, supporting a diverse mix of plants and wildlife that call this area home. Popular for hiking, birdwatching, and leisurely walks, the forest is a peaceful setting that’s an ideal place to experience one of southwestern Ontario’s most ecologically significant landscapes.

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1.26 km

Tulip Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Tulip Trail is the easiest of the Heritage Forest routes, following a mostly flat path through mature woodland. Popular for more relaxed walks, it passes through sections of Carolinian forest and oak savannah while avoiding the steeper climbs found on the High Ridge Trail. The relaxed terrain makes it ideal for families and anyone looking for an easier way to explore the forest landscape.

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3.76 km

High Ridge Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

High Ridge Trail is a relatively challenging route in Lambton County Heritage Forest that climbs through narrow sandy paths and rolling dune terrain in one of the forest’s highest areas. The trail winds through oak savannah and Carolinian woodland, with regular elevation changes that give it a more rugged feel than other routes in the forest. Along the way, you’ll pass through lovely, peaceful wooded sections shaped by the dunes that help define the Port Franks area.

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6.23 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.14 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

6.14 km

< 100 m

Elevation

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Sunday 5 July

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55 %

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