Universal Trails
Northumberland County Forest has two universal trails, one at Carstairs Forest and one at the Beagle Club Trailhead.
These trails are different from others in the County Forest because they have a sturdy, level surface on which to travel, made with a gravel base and limestone screening. Benches are also available at rest areas along the trail so no one has to go more than 364 m before finding a place to rest.
Our goal in creating this trail was to minimize barriers to accessibility and meet or exceed accessibility guidelines and regulations. We wanted to make recreational opportunities in the forest accessible to more members of our community.
Carstairs Trail
1178 Bowmanton Road, Roseneath
The Carstairs Universal Trail is 3.2 km overall, with four possible loops – the smallest being 750 m and the longest being 2.2 km. The grades are gentle and the tread is over 2 m wide. There are also over 40 interpretive signs that describe rare trees in Ontario.
The Carstairs Trailhead has a designated accessible parking space.
View the Carstairs Trails Brochure
Beagle Club Heritage Trail
The Heritage Trail at the Beagle Club Trailhead is a 1 km long universal trail.
The Beagle Club Trailhead has a designated accessible parking space.
View the Beagle Club Trail Brochure
Porcupine Trail
7363 County Road 45, Roseneath
The Porcupine Trail at the Woodland Trailhead is a 1 km long universal trail with a wide, smooth granular surface and gradual sloping grades. The trail features interpretive signs and resting benches along the route.
The Woodland Trailhead has a designated accessible parking space.