Hiking Trails
Waterfront Trail
Cobourg is a part of the Waterfront Trail, a long running trail connecting 75 communities and including over 400 parks and natural areas.
Staying close to the lake, the trail starts in the east end of Town on County Road 2, running through parks such as Lucas Point Park, Victoria Park, Rotary Waterfront Park, the Cobourg Boardwalk, Peace Park and eventually making its way back to County Road 2 heading into Port Hope.
To learn more about the Cobourg section of the Waterfront Trail, click here.
Cobourg Conservation Area (James Cockburn Park)
The Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority owns the park but it is managed by the Town.
Located at 700 William Street, the park is split into two sides thanks to the Cobourg creek, with a small bridge to connect the two.
This is a naturalized area of 29.9 acres great for walking through wooded areas or playing sports or other activities.
If you want more information about the Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority, please visit their webpage.
Beagle Club Trails
Located approximately 15 minutes north of Cobourg, the Beagle Club Trails offer a number of hikes ranging from 1km to 14km. There is a 1km long accessible trail at Beagle Club called the Heritage Trail.
These trails are closed for hiking each winter from December to March as they are reserved for cross-country skiing only.
GPS: 44.096,-78.105
For more information on Beagle Club Trails, and other trails in the Northumberland County Forest click here.
Cobourg Waterfront Trails
Check Out the Cobourg Waterfront Trails by clicking here!
Hiking in Northumberland County
There are over 45 km of hiking trails in the Northumberland County Forest including the eastern connection of the Oak Ridges Hiking Trail. The trails explore the rolling terrain and visit areas of forest, wetland, sand barren, woodland, savannah and tallgrass prairie.
Trail information and parking locations
Beagle Club Trails | Brochure
Address: 180 Beagle Club Road, Harwood
Get here by GPS: 44.096,-78.105
The Beagle Club Trails range from 1km to 14km. The Heritage Trail at the Beagle Club Trailhead is a 1km long universal trail. Please note these trails are closed for hiking each winter, reserved for cross-county skiing only.
Carstairs Trails | Brochure
Address: 1178 Bowmanton Road, Roseneath
Get here by GPS: 44.122262, -78.109584
The Carstairs Universal Trail is 3.2km overall, with four possible loops - the smallest being 750m and the longest being 2.2km. The grades are gentle and the tread is over 2m wide. There are also over 40 interpretive signs that describe rare trees in Ontario.
Woodland Trails | Brochure
Main Trailhead Address: 7363 County Road 45, Roseneath
Get here by GPS: 44.119,-78.092
The Woodland Trails parking and trailhead is located on the east side of County Road 45, across from Woodland Road. Be sure to check out the scenic hike to Lookout Mountain and the Woodland Porculpine Trail - a 1km universal trail featuring interpretive signs and resting benches along the route.
Oak Ridges Trailhead: 6653 County Road 45, Baltimore
The Oak Ridges Trail is part of the Woodland Trails. Parking for this trailhead is located at Morris Road and County Road 45. From this trailhead, users can head west or east (approximately 8.5km either way).
Universal Trails
Northumberland County Forest has three universal trails:
- Carstairs Universal Trail (3.2km with four possible loops from 750m to 2.2km)
- Beagle Club Heritage Trail (1km)
- Porcupine Trail at Woodland Trailhead (1km)
These trails are different from others in the County Forest because they have a wide and sturdy trail with a smooth surface and gradual sloping grades. Benches are available at rest areas along the trail so no one has to go more than 364 m before finding a place to rest. A designated accessible parking spot is also available at each of the universal trail parking lots.
Universal Trails aim to minimize barriers to accessibility, and meet or exceed accessibility guidelines and regulations. We want to make recreational opportunities in the County Forest accessible to more members of our community.
Hiking Clubs
Local hiking clubs include:
