Tanyard

Hike turf trails through open restored native prairie past the historic Tanyard building, where the Shakers tanned leather and pumped water to the Water House located beside Centre Family Dwelling.

This 7.8 km route sits in the sweet spot for a half-day outing — long enough to feel rewarding, short enough to leave the afternoon free. Expect around 1 hour and 44 minutes.

Point-to-point in layout, this trail takes you from A to B across the landscape. Consider your return logistics before heading out.

Part of the Local Walking Network (LWN), this trail is ideal for exploring the neighbourhood landscape. It is typically well-known to local walkers and offers an authentic sense of place.