Dufferin County Forest – Mono Tract
The Dufferin County Forest is a 1,050 hectare (2,596 acre) area divided into twelve tracts located throughout the County. The Forest is owned and managed by the County of Dufferin. The largest single area is the Main Tract (607 hectares/1,501 acres) located in Mulmur Township north of the hamlet of Mansfield.
Features of the Mono Tract Trail
- third largest of the County Forest tracts
- tree cover includes red pine and white spruce plantations
- two major trails run in an east-west direction through the tract
- adjacent to Mono Cliffs Park, a provincial park located on the Niagara Escarpment (a World Biosphere Reserve)
Ruffed grouse and white-tailed deer keep you company in this nice pine, spruce and mixed hardwood forest.
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| Name | The Mono Tract Trail |
| Description | Located in a Dufferin County forest, this trail follows old logging roads. It’s not a difficult hike but don’t expect a perfectly groomed right-of-way. Consider it stroller-accessible, but with difficulty. Although not a developed recreational area, this is a pleasant area for a quiet walk. The cross-country skiing is great, but look out for cross traffic coming down hilly side trails. |
| Activities | Hiking, biking, cross country skiing, snowshoeing, snowmobiling, horseback riding |
| Location | 675111 Hurontario Street |
| Maps | The Mono Tract Trail Map |
| Parking | Yes there is roadside parking. |
| Trail Head | Hurontario at 20th Sideroad. |
| Trail End | Return to 675111 Hurontario. |
| Distance | 2.5 km |
| Difficulty | Easy to moderate |
| Surfaces | Natural |
| Amenities | None |
| Landmarks | Tree cover includes red pine and white spruce plantations. |
| Cost | No cost |
| Trail Web Site | Dufferin County Forest |
| Closest Town | Orangeville |



