HCA Alerts - Hamilton Conservation Authority

Alerts are removed when they are no longer in effect.

July 14: Accessible parking at our main office is temporarily unavailable while building maintenance is underway. Maintenance equipment and contractor vehicles required to complete the work are occupying the accessible parking area. We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your patience while this work is completed.

July 24: The beach and swimming area at Christie Lake Conservation Area is now closed to swimmers and animals
due to the presence of blue-green algae. Learn more.Learn more.
July 18: Temporary Phone Issue: Extension 200 is currently unavailable due to a technical issue. Please contact us at christie@conservationhamilton.ca or call 905-628-3066 ext. 202.

July 22: The men’s and women’s washrooms at the Beaches Washroom are currently closed due to a power outage. Utility crews are on-site working to restore power. A portable washroom is available at the building. Additional washrooms are available at Lakeland Centre, 180 Van Wagner’s Beach Road, from 7:00 AM to 6:30 PM.

March 26: Some of the lights on the cross located at the Devil’s Punchbowl Conservation Area are not functioning correctly. Staff are aware of the issue and are working to repair it.

March 23: Construction work will be undertaken on the Hamilton to Brantford Rail Trail between Bumble Bee Hill and Sanctuary Park, and along Spring Creek Trail between the Jerome Park Drive and Bridlewood Drive entrances to repair a City of Hamilton waterline. Heavy construction equipment will be on site, and there may be temporary trail closures to ensure safe vehicle access to the work locations.

April 22, 2026: Increased coyote activity reported at Eramosa Karst and Felker’s Falls Conservation Areas. Coyotes may be more visible and defensive during denning season. Please use caution: keep dogs leashed, stay on trails, follow posted signage, and do not approach wildlife. Some areas may be temporarily closed. Learn more about living with coyotes.

April 22, 2026: Increased coyote activity reported at Eramosa Karst and Felker’s Falls Conservation Areas. Coyotes may be more visible and defensive during denning season. Please use caution: keep dogs leashed, stay on trails, follow posted signage, and do not approach wildlife. Some areas may be temporarily closed. Learn more about living with coyotes.

July 16: The Town of Grimsby has enacted a burn ban due to the poor air quality. Until further notice, open air fires and charcoal BBQs (propane is still allowed) are not permitted at Fifty Point.
July 6: Overnight dredging work at Fifty Point Marina is scheduled for the first two weeks of August, typically between 7 PM and 7 AM. Construction lighting and equipment noise may be noticeable during these hours, and marina users may experience temporary navigation impacts. Learn more.
July 4 to Labour Day: Beginning July 4, the Kelson Road gate access will be open 12 PM to 4 PM on weekends and holidays, weather permitting until Labour Day. This entrance is only and HCA Membership Pass holders and those who have purchased an advance day pass online.
June 27: Beginning Saturday, June 27 the upper beach parking lot will be closed every weekend and holiday until Labour Day. This is to ensure the safety of all patrons. Accessible parking spaces will be available at the closest parking lot. Should you require further accessibility accommodations, please contact the area.
Trail Update: A section of an informal connector path along the east side of the pond is now closed for naturalization and is no longer accessible. This area will be restored with new tree and shrub plantings to support habitat and biodiversity. A formal trail connection will be developed nearby to maintain access around the pond. Please stay on designated trails and follow posted signage.

October 10: The trail at the Meadowlands Conservation Area is closed until further notice due to area flooding.

Tiffany Falls experiences high visitation, but unlike larger conservation areas, it has limited space and parking to accommodate that use. Learn more about the Visitor Use Management Plan here.

Summer 2026: Construction is underway for the new campground loop with work extending through summer 2026. Visitors may experience temporary construction-related noise and activity during their visit. Construction work is anticipated to occur primarily on weekdays between 8 AM and 4 PM. There will be no construction activity on weekends or statutory holidays. Construction equipment and contractor access will be visible in and around the project area. The walk-in campsite parking lot will remain closed during construction. Learn more here.
The new lookout platform project is underway. While the project has experienced some unexpected delays, completion is now planned during the 2027 calendar year. A small section of the trail will remain inaccessible until construction is complete. Learn more here.