Valens Lookout Platform Replacement

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Due to safety concerns, the lookout tower has been removed from Valens Lake Conservation Area. This tower, while well-loved, was built in the mid-1970s and had reached the end of its lifespan.

A new tower, pictured at right, is planned for the same location as the original. It will have a similar footprint but will be wheelchair accessible. It will include two viewing decks constructed of steel and wood for a longer usable life and, as the first tower did, provide a unique viewpoint of Valens Lake.

The construction of the Lookout Platform began on November 25, 2024. The tower project is planned for substantial completion in Fall 2025. A small section of the trail will not be accessible during this time.

For more information on this project, please contact:

Matthew J. Hall
Director; Capital Projects & Strategic Services
Hamilton Conservation Authority
Phone: 905-525-2181 Ext. 188
matthall@conservationhamilton.ca

Valens Lookout Platform Replacement

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