Ball’s Falls
Ball’s Falls
Lincoln, Ontario
Binbrook
Binbrook
Binbrook, Ontario
Chippawa Creek
Chippawa Creek
Wellandport, Ontario
Long Beach
Long Beach
Wainfleet, Ontario
Beamer Memorial
Beamer Memorial
Grimsby, Ontario
Binbrook Tract
Binbrook Tract
Binbrook, Ontario
Canborough
Canborough
Dunnville, Ontario
Cave Springs
Cave Springs
Lincoln, Ontario
Comfort Maple
Comfort Maple
Fenwick, Ontario
E.C. Brown
E.C. Brown
Welland, Ontario
Gainsborough
Gainsborough
Fenwick, Ontario
Gord Harry Trail
Gord Harry Trail
Port Colborne, Ontario
Hedley Forest
Hedley Forest
Haldimand, Ontario
Humberstone Marsh
Humberstone Marsh
Port Colborne, Ontario
Jordan Harbour
Jordan Harbour
West Lincoln, Ontario
Morgan’s Point
Morgan’s Point
Morgans Point, Ontario
Mountainview
Mountainview
Beamsville, Ontario
Mud Lake
Mud Lake
Port Colborne, Ontario
Port Davidson
Port Davidson
West Lincoln, Ontario
Rockway
Rockway
Lincoln, Ontario
Ruigrok Tract
Ruigrok Tract
Haldimand, Ontario
Shriners Creek
Shriners Creek
Niagara Falls, Ontario
Smith Ness
Smith Ness
Niagara Falls, Ontario
St. Johns
St. Johns
Fonthill, Ontario
Stevensville
Stevensville
Fort Erie, Ontario
Two Mile Creek
Two Mile Creek
Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario
Virgil
Virgil
Virgil, Ontario
Wainfleet Bog
Wainfleet Bog
Wainfleet, Ontario
Wainfleet Wetlands
Wainfleet Wetlands
Wainfleet, Ontario
Willoughby Marsh
Willoughby Marsh
Niagara Falls, Ontario
Woodend
Woodend
Woodend, Ontario
Woolverton
Woolverton
Woolverton, Ontario
Binbrook
Winter Weather Notice
All NPCA conservation areas remain open daily from sunrise to sunset for passive recreation such as hiking and birdwatching. However, note that trails are natural and not maintained for winter recreation. Parking lot and sidewalks will be maintained on a ‘as-required’ basis.
Conservation area visitors are reminded to take precaution and prepare appropriately for the weather and trail conditions, especially when inclement weather and conditions may arise. In the event of inclement weather, NPCA conservation areas remain open, but activities and services may be limited and facilities such as the Centre for Conservation at Ball’s Falls may be closed.
Please be mindful of NPCA staff who work hard to ensure primary parking areas are cleared and plowed when visiting. Please check NPCA conservation area pages on Facebook for closure postings, as these are updated regularly.
Please be advised that the final day of the waterfowl hunt at Binbrook is this Saturday, Dec 2. There will be no further hunting opportunities at Binbrook after this date.
Facilities that can be found at Binbrook include a swimming beach, children’s splash pad, picnic facilities, nature trails, observation platforms and a play area. It resembles cottage country, and the impressive part is, it’s close to home!
Bring or rent a rowboat, paddle boat or canoe, and experience scenic Binbrook from the water. Canoe along the tranquil shores of one of the few inland lakes located within the Niagara Peninsula Conservation Authority’s watershed.
Charcoal BBQs are permitted. Please ensure hot coals are deposited in the appropriate marked receptable in the day-use area.
Please note that Binbrook Conservation Area is not open for stargazing opportunities, which occur outside of regular hours (8 a.m. to 8 p.m.)
NPCA Waterfowl Hunting Program Policies
Hunting is permitted at various NPCA Conservation Areas to help manage local wildlife populations and provides recreational opportunities for hunters. While species will differ at each park, our properties offer prime habitat for turkey, white tailed deer, waterfowl, and other small game.
Apply for your permit today. All NPCA, as well as provincial and federal rules and regulations apply.
RESERVE A PICNIC PAVILION
Please be advised that Binbrook Conservation Area falls within City of Hamilton municipal boundaries, and within the NPCA watershed. As an NPCA conservation area, Hamilton Conservation Authority membership passes are not valid for admission to Binbrook CA. To access conservation areas within Hamilton Conservation Authority watershed, you can obtain your HCA membership here:
https://conservationhamilton.ca/hca-membership-pass/.
PROGRAMS & AMENITIES
INFORMATION EN FRANCAIS
Les installations de Binbrook comprennent une plage de baignade, une aire de jeux pour enfants, des installations de pique-nique, des sentiers naturels, des plates-formes d'observation et une aire de jeux. Le site ressemble à une région de chalets, et le plus impressionnant, c'est qu'il se trouve sur le pas de votre porte !
Apportez ou louez une barque, un pédalo ou un canoë et découvrez le paysage de Binbrook depuis l'eau. Faites du canoë sur les rives tranquilles de l'un des rares lacs intérieurs du bassin hydrographique de l'Office de protection de la nature de la péninsule du Niagara.
Les barbecues au charbon de bois sont autorisés. Veuillez vous assurer que le charbon de bois est déposé dans les conteneurs marqués dans l'aire d'utilisation diurne.
Politiques du programme de chasse au gibier d'eau de l'OPNN
La chasse est autorisée dans diverses zones de conservation de l'OPNP afin d'aider à gérer les populations locales d'animaux sauvages et d'offrir des possibilités de loisirs aux chasseurs. Bien que les espèces diffèrent d'un parc à l'autre, nos propriétés offrent un habitat de choix pour la dinde, le cerf de Virginie, le gibier d'eau et d'autres petits gibiers.
Demandez votre permis dès aujourd'hui. Tous les règlements de la NPCA, des provinces et du gouvernement fédéral s'appliquent.
Traduit avec www.DeepL.com/Translator (version gratuite)
FISHING AT BINBROOK CONSERVATION AREA
Visitors are encouraged to practice catch and release fishing.
- Fish consumption advisories are in place based on the levels of contaminants in fish at this location.
- The fish in Lake Niapenco contain chemicals called Per/Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) and mercury, which are a risk to human health if consumed.
- Please review the Guide to Eating Ontario Fish to find out how to reduce your risk of consuming chemicals by knowing which fish to avoid eating.
-
For specific fish consumption information, visit the Province of Ontario’s “Fish consumption advisory” for Lake Niapenco (Binbrook Reservoir).
BUY YOUR NATUREPLUS PASS (ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP)
The NPCA's NaturePlus Pass provides you with unlimited access to our conservation areas across the watershed.
Please be advised that Binbrook Conservation Area falls within City of Hamilton municipal boundaries, and within the NPCA watershed. As an NPCA conservation area, Hamilton Conservation Authority membership passes are not valid for admission to Binbrook CA. To access conservation areas within Hamilton Conservation Authority watershed, you can obtain your HCA membership here: https://conservationhamilton.ca/hca-membership-pass/.
BOARDER PASS CANADA WAKEBOARDING
Boarder Pass Canada Wakeboarding
The exciting Wakeboarding attraction by Boarder Pass Canada is a two-tower cable wakeboarding system that provides guests with the ultimate wakeboarding experience. Visitors can be part of the excitement and enjoy this unique aquatic attraction open to all ages and levels, from the young to the young at heart.
FUNSPLASH SPORTS PARK
FunSplash offers a new experience and a new challenge for all guests over 6 years of age. Players can physically and mentally challenge themselves in a friendly and safe outdoor environment. The FunSplash is the ultimate playground, encouraging teamwork and problem solving while promoting overall health and wellness.
TREETOP TREKKING ADVENTURE PARK
The park features a five-course, 80-element Zip Line & Aerial Game Park, where guests aged nine years and up can climb from tree to tree in the forest canopy on a series of bridges, walkways, and zip lines. Younger kids aged five and up will be able to explore two Discovery Courses, which are similar to the Aerial Game Courses but designed for younger explorers.
The final activity, which has no age requirement, is called Treewalk Village. This activity area includes a network of ten colourful tree houses connected by enclosed walkways and bridges and other forest activities for the youngest kids.
BINBROOK WAVE RENTALS
Join us for a great way for friends & family to spend a beautiful summer day! Experienced & Beginners welcome. A guide will be along for the ride to ensure everyone is safe & comfortable. Paddleboards, pedalboats, kayak and canoe rentals are available.
Please check their website or follow on social media @binbrookwaverentals for all information. The BWR building will also have pop, water, gatorade, freezes, sunscreen, and more. Call 289-684-3499 to book!
BEACH CONDITIONS & WATER QUALITY
Natural bodies of water are great places to play, swim and cool off on a hot sunny day. However, swimming in these areas is not risk-free. There is always a level of risk when swimming in a natural water body, whether it's on the shores of Lake Erie, jumping off a dock at a cottage or going to an NPCA beach.
Natural water bodies, such as rivers and reservoirs, are exposed to contamination from various sources. The conditions and quality of the water can change quickly due to a number of environmental factors. These factors can influence the level of bacteria in the water to the point where it increases the risk of getting sick.
Visit City of Hamilton Public Health website for updated water quality testsing.
STARGAZING AT BINBROOK CA
Please note that Binbrook Conservation Area is open for day-use recreation only, 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. daily, from May 1 to Thanksgiving Monday. Operating hours outside of the main operating season are from sunrise to sunset.
While Binbrook Conservation Area is often promoted by external sources as a stargazing site, after-hours and overnight activities are not permitted and such use is considered trespassing. After-hours access is granted to organized groups by Special Permit Only. Inquiries and requests can be submitted to apowell@npca.ca.
We encourage stargazers and enthusiasts to research other permitted stargazing sites in your area and connect with the Hamilton Amateur Astronomers Club or the Royal Astronomical Society of Canada for more information related to stargazing.
VISITOR INFORMATION
- Admission fees apply. Limited day use capacity daily. Please call or visit social media in advance for updates or closures.
- Washrooms are available.Please deposit all waste in the appropriate, marked receptacles. Littering is prohibited.
- Alcohol is prohibited.
- Fish consumption advisories are in place based on the levels of contaminants in fish at this location. The fish in Lake Niapenco contain chemicals called Per/Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) and mercury, which are a risk to human health if consumed. Please read the Guide to Eating Ontario Fish to find out how to reduce the risk of consuming chemicals by knowing which fish to avoid eating.
- The Provincial fishing regulations (Zone 16) apply at all NPCA conservation areas. For more information about regulations, please visit:
- https://www.ontario.ca/document/ontario-fishing-regulations-summary/fisheries-management-zone-16 Non-motorized watercraft (including electric trolling motors) are permitted. Visitors are asked to consider catch and release fishing.
- Please call ahead for more information and follow us on social for regular updates.
- Group Picnic Area reservations and rentals are no longer available at Binbrook CA.
- Please be advised that the beachfront at Binbrook is not actively monitored by lifeguards.
INFORMATION EN FRANCAIS
Les installations de Binbrook comprennent une plage de baignade, une aire de jeux pour enfants, des installations de pique-nique, des sentiers naturels, des plates-formes d'observation et une aire de jeux. Le site ressemble à une région de chalets, et le plus impressionnant, c'est qu'il se trouve sur le pas de votre porte !
Apportez ou louez une barque, un pédalo ou un canoë et découvrez le paysage de Binbrook depuis l'eau. Faites du canoë sur les rives tranquilles de l'un des rares lacs intérieurs du bassin hydrographique de l'Office de protection de la nature de la péninsule du Niagara.
Les barbecues au charbon de bois sont autorisés. Veuillez vous assurer que le charbon de bois est déposé dans les conteneurs marqués dans l'aire d'utilisation diurne.
Politiques du programme de chasse au gibier d'eau de l'OPNN
La chasse est autorisée dans diverses zones de conservation de l'OPNP afin d'aider à gérer les populations locales d'animaux sauvages et d'offrir des possibilités de loisirs aux chasseurs. Bien que les espèces diffèrent d'un parc à l'autre, nos propriétés offrent un habitat de choix pour la dinde, le cerf de Virginie, le gibier d'eau et d'autres petits gibiers.
Demandez votre permis dès aujourd'hui. Tous les règlements de la NPCA, des provinces et du gouvernement fédéral s'appliquent.
Traduit avec www.DeepL.com/Translator (version gratuite)
FISHING AT BINBROOK CONSERVATION AREA
Visitors are encouraged to practice catch and release fishing.
- Fish consumption advisories are in place based on the levels of contaminants in fish at this location.
- The fish in Lake Niapenco contain chemicals called Per/Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) and mercury, which are a risk to human health if consumed.
- Please review the Guide to Eating Ontario Fish to find out how to reduce your risk of consuming chemicals by knowing which fish to avoid eating.
-
For specific fish consumption information, visit the Province of Ontario’s “Fish consumption advisory” for Lake Niapenco (Binbrook Reservoir).
BUY YOUR NATUREPLUS PASS (ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP)
The NPCA's NaturePlus Pass provides you with unlimited access to our conservation areas across the watershed.
Please be advised that Binbrook Conservation Area falls within City of Hamilton municipal boundaries, and within the NPCA watershed. As an NPCA conservation area, Hamilton Conservation Authority membership passes are not valid for admission to Binbrook CA. To access conservation areas within Hamilton Conservation Authority watershed, you can obtain your HCA membership here: https://conservationhamilton.ca/hca-membership-pass/.
BOARDER PASS CANADA WAKEBOARDING
Boarder Pass Canada Wakeboarding
The exciting Wakeboarding attraction by Boarder Pass Canada is a two-tower cable wakeboarding system that provides guests with the ultimate wakeboarding experience. Visitors can be part of the excitement and enjoy this unique aquatic attraction open to all ages and levels, from the young to the young at heart.
FUNSPLASH SPORTS PARK
FunSplash offers a new experience and a new challenge for all guests over 6 years of age. Players can physically and mentally challenge themselves in a friendly and safe outdoor environment. The FunSplash is the ultimate playground, encouraging teamwork and problem solving while promoting overall health and wellness.
TREETOP TREKKING ADVENTURE PARK
The park features a five-course, 80-element Zip Line & Aerial Game Park, where guests aged nine years and up can climb from tree to tree in the forest canopy on a series of bridges, walkways, and zip lines. Younger kids aged five and up will be able to explore two Discovery Courses, which are similar to the Aerial Game Courses but designed for younger explorers.
The final activity, which has no age requirement, is called Treewalk Village. This activity area includes a network of ten colourful tree houses connected by enclosed walkways and bridges and other forest activities for the youngest kids.
BINBROOK WAVE RENTALS
Join us for a great way for friends & family to spend a beautiful summer day! Experienced & Beginners welcome. A guide will be along for the ride to ensure everyone is safe & comfortable. Paddleboards, pedalboats, kayak and canoe rentals are available.
Please check their website or follow on social media @binbrookwaverentals for all information. The BWR building will also have pop, water, gatorade, freezes, sunscreen, and more. Call 289-684-3499 to book!
BEACH CONDITIONS & WATER QUALITY
Natural bodies of water are great places to play, swim and cool off on a hot sunny day. However, swimming in these areas is not risk-free. There is always a level of risk when swimming in a natural water body, whether it's on the shores of Lake Erie, jumping off a dock at a cottage or going to an NPCA beach.
Natural water bodies, such as rivers and reservoirs, are exposed to contamination from various sources. The conditions and quality of the water can change quickly due to a number of environmental factors. These factors can influence the level of bacteria in the water to the point where it increases the risk of getting sick.
Visit City of Hamilton Public Health website for updated water quality testsing.
STARGAZING AT BINBROOK CA
Please note that Binbrook Conservation Area is open for day-use recreation only, 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. daily, from May 1 to Thanksgiving Monday. Operating hours outside of the main operating season are from sunrise to sunset.
While Binbrook Conservation Area is often promoted by external sources as a stargazing site, after-hours and overnight activities are not permitted and such use is considered trespassing. After-hours access is granted to organized groups by Special Permit Only. Inquiries and requests can be submitted to apowell@npca.ca.
We encourage stargazers and enthusiasts to research other permitted stargazing sites in your area and connect with the Hamilton Amateur Astronomers Club or the Royal Astronomical Society of Canada for more information related to stargazing.
VISITOR INFORMATION
- Admission fees apply. Limited day use capacity daily. Please call or visit social media in advance for updates or closures.
- Washrooms are available.Please deposit all waste in the appropriate, marked receptacles. Littering is prohibited.
- Alcohol is prohibited.
- Fish consumption advisories are in place based on the levels of contaminants in fish at this location. The fish in Lake Niapenco contain chemicals called Per/Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) and mercury, which are a risk to human health if consumed. Please read the Guide to Eating Ontario Fish to find out how to reduce the risk of consuming chemicals by knowing which fish to avoid eating.
- The Provincial fishing regulations (Zone 16) apply at all NPCA conservation areas. For more information about regulations, please visit:
- https://www.ontario.ca/document/ontario-fishing-regulations-summary/fisheries-management-zone-16 Non-motorized watercraft (including electric trolling motors) are permitted. Visitors are asked to consider catch and release fishing.
- Please call ahead for more information and follow us on social for regular updates.
- Group Picnic Area reservations and rentals are no longer available at Binbrook CA.
- Please be advised that the beachfront at Binbrook is not actively monitored by lifeguards.
Current view of Binbrook: