Limehouse Conservation Area 🍂

October 13, 2025

Once a small industrial village with limestone quarries in the 19th century, Limehouse still carries traces of its past — old stone foundations, restored lime kilns, and remains of the early industry hidden among the trees. Today, it’s a peaceful conservation area, perfect for a fall walk filled with rich history, breath taking nature, and the scent of the forest.

We decided to spend Thanksgiving Day at Limehouse Conservation Area, a lovely natural spot just 45 minutes from Toronto.

We started our hike along the Bruce Trail — about 2 km.

This part of the trail was full of interesting landmarks: an old wooden bridge across a creek, restored lime kiln (circa 1870s), powder house, and stone ruins scattered along the trail.

The highlight of this trail was definitely the Hole-in-the-Wall — a narrow rocky crevice you can descend into using a wooden ladder. It’s one of the most unique and fascinating places in the park.

Around the halfway point, we took a short break near The Limehouse Memorial Hall — a small historic building that once hosted village gatherings and celebrations. It now stands as a quiet reminder of the old Limehouse community.

After that, we continued on Black Creek Side Trail (about 1.5 km). This section was much quieter — surrounded by trees, fresh air, and the sound of falling leaves.

🍁 The day was warm, around +18°C, with bright autumn colors everywhere — gold, orange, and crimson shades glowing in the sunlight. Parking was free, which was a pleasant surprise.

💬 Impressions

The park is small but full of character. The Bruce Trail section is rich in history and scenic views, while the Black Creek Side Trail offers calm and peaceful forest walking.

⭐ Rating: 4/5 A perfect destination for a short fall hike with family or friends.

Written, Translated, and Revised by Aleksandra Tsygankova