HCA Alerts - Hamilton Conservation Authority

Alerts are removed when they are no longer in effect.

September 26: Due to the Canada Post strike, all HCA Membership Passes sold online and over the phone will be sent via Purolator.
Essential physical mail will be sent by courier. Whenever possible, we will send documents digitally or arrange pick-up at our office.

September 26: Fire hydrant testing and hazard tree work will be taking place at the HCA Main Office parking lots. Both will remain open, but visitors should use caution.
September 2025: The front lawn at HCA’s main office at Woodend is having its sod removed as we transform it into a native pollinator meadow. This pilot project will reduce lawn maintenance, support pollinator species, and provide learning opportunities for visitors. The site may look disrupted during this process, but it is part of creating a long-term habitat.

September 26: The Hermitage Parking Lot will be closed the morning of Friday, September 26 for hazard tree removal.
September 17: A water main break occurred in the area below the Bumblebee Hill area in Dundas Valley. The City of Hamilton is on site with heavy equipment making repairs. Trails remain open, but users should be aware of equipment and activity in the area.

August 13, 2025: Wetland construction has begun at Eramosa Karst Conservation Area. Learn more.
Visitors should be aware of increased coyote activity at the Eramosa Karst. Learn more about living with coyotes.

September 17: Due to decreasing water levels and increased sediment levels, sailboats are to exercise caution while entering and exiting the Fifty Point Marina channel. Please navigate the channel with caution and it is recommended to contact the Marina Office at 905-525-2187 or fiftypt@conservationhamilton.ca for further information.
September 2: Starting Tuesday, September 2 at 8 AM road work will close access from the gatehouse (west of the exit lane) to the Y Intersection on the north side of the main road for about 4 weeks. Access to the north boat storage compound will be maintained. All other roads, including the route through the campground and around the pond to the Marina, will remain open. See full project summary and timeline.

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.

Construction of the new lookout platform commenced in late 2024 and is expected to be completed in 2026. A small section of the trail will not be accessible during this time. This notice will be removed when the lookout is completed. Learn more here.