Trail Mobile for Accessibility

While many businesses and organizations throughout the county are working towards accessibility, the South Huron Trail Mobile is taking the concept to a whole new level thanks to a dedicated team of volunteers, community donors, and through the Ausable Bayfield Conservation Foundation and the Municipality of South Huron.

 

People with limited mobility can still enjoy all that nature has to offer on the South Huron Trail system thanks to a distinctive modified and enhanced electric cart. Hundreds of people have been able to appreciate the experience since 2006 thanks to the volunteer drivers who donate their time. The original sturdy golf cart was donated by the Strang family and was retired in 2018 to be replaced by a new Trail Mobile that had the latest capabilities including a little more speed and better navigation in tight spaces.

 

The wildflower season in spring and the fall colour change are two popular times for the Trail Mobile. The addition of the Jones Bridge, a new pedestrian bridge that can accommodate the cart, also gives passengers a whole new view of the Morrison Dam.

 

The length of the ride depends on the interests of the passengers, ranging from a half hour to enjoy MacNaughton Park to the Stirling Bridge and back to town, to spending more than an hour to also take in the entire loop around Morrison Dam Conservation Area. The electric motor makes it a quiet ride, allowing everyone to catch glimpses of the abundant wildlife in the two parks, including the famous white squirrels.

 

To book a ride on the cart, please contact Ausable Bayfield Conservation at 519-235-2610, and staff will link the public with the volunteer drivers. There is no fee but donations are always welcome.