Minto Trails

Harriston Greenway Trail

The Harriston Greenway Trail offers outdoor enthusiasts an opportunity to enjoy Minto's natural scenery. The Trail links six community parks, former CN and CP rail lines, cemetery and bush properties all along the Maitland River.
Visit the rustic gazebo in the IODE Park on John St., a unique gathering spot at the head of the West End Trails. Enjoy a picnic, a stroll along the river, or a shady walk through the bush.

CONTACT: Jill at 519-338-9989

Palmerston White's Junction Trail

Look for an old steam engine chugging up to Main Street in Palmerston and you've found the White's Junction Trail.

The White's Junction Trail runs along the former CN rail line north of the Town of Palmerston. To access the trail follow the signs on Main Street Palmerston, near the L&M grocery store.
In the first block, please make note of the wildlife and plants. If you look closely you can see Pileated woodpeckers, blue jays, opossums, herons, deer, hawks, and turtles. A rare patch of prairie grass is located at the junction. There are more unusual plants along the trail including flowering spurge, trout lilies, butterfly milkweed, wild bergamot and thimbleweed.

Prairie Grass
Palmerston is home to one of the most northern sightings of tall Prairie grasses, including Indian grass and Big Blue Stem. The Prairie grass was enhanced in 2005 with over 2,000 plugs thanks to funding provided by the MNR.

Trestle Bridges
There are two old wooden trestle bridges on the trail. Most of these bridges have been removed, so we are fortunate to have two!

CONTACT: Barb Burrows at 519-343-3205

Minto Parks

Palmerston Lions Heritage Park