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Tottenham

Tottenham Conservation Area is located at 6787 Fourth Line in Tottenham, ON. The area is home to a large pond, a campground, and a portion of the Trans-Canada Trail. The park is conveniently located in the centre of the town, making for good day trips whether it be from the town to the park or vice-versa. I visited during March Break 2024.

History

The first settlers to the area surrounding Tottenham Conservation Area were the Irish, circa 1820. By 1877, the population of this new town was 700, as the railway arrived that very year. The first reeve of the town when it was incorporated in 1884 was a man called George A. Nolan, and he owned the land that the modern day conservation area sits upon. It was a mill, and was popular among town men and women to have picnics on the site. This was the park's whole reputation until 1966 when the Nottawasaga Valley Conservation Authority purchased the 120 surrounding what was then known as "Mill Pond". It has been owned and maintained by them since.

What the Park Offers

Tottenham Conservation Area offers:
- a long, sand beach, popular with families
- three pavilions available for rent
- access to the Trans-Canada trail
- proximity to the town of Tottenham
- good birdwatching, especially in the pond or the farmland on the far south end of the park
- the pond has panfish, like pumpkinseed, as well as bass.

Trans-Canada Trail - 1km in park
This trail goes along the southern edge of Mill Pond, providing good views of the campground across it. I recommend doing the 5km trek to Highway 9, which is just a good walkway or bike path for an early morning endeavour.