Inglis Falls Upgrades Aim to Connect More People with Nature
Improvements include a new pathway and new gender-inclusive, accessible washrooms.
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Grey Sauble Conservation Authority (GSCA) is excited to announce the completion of major accessibility upgrades at Inglis Falls Conservation Area, one of the region’s most popular natural destinations.
Guided by community input and recommendations outlined in the Inglis Falls Management Plan, this project focused on addressing key accessibility barriers to help ensure the conservation area is welcoming and inclusive for all visitors.
Public feedback gathered through a 2024 accessibility survey also played an important role in shaping the final design.
The project included renovating the existing washroom facilities to add two gender-inclusive, accessible washrooms, both equipped with automatic doors and baby changing stations. A new paved pathway has also been implemented to improve access to the washrooms and the existing viewing platform that overlooks Inglis Falls.
GSCA plans to further enhance accessibility at this property by incorporating additional features in the future.
“These improvements represent an important step toward making Inglis Falls more accessible to visitors,” said GSCA’s Operations Manager, Morgan Barrie. “By creating spaces that are inclusive and barrier-free, we are fostering greater participation in outdoor experiences and encouraging more people to connect with nature.”
GSCA extends its sincere thanks to the local businesses who went above and beyond to support this initiative. Chris Robertson and the team at Extreme Linings and Coatings made the accessible trail to the lookout platform a reality.
Patrick McCormick of McCormick Painting and Drywall volunteered his time and expertise to paint both the interior and exterior of the washroom facilities, and Madison Macdonnell from Grey Bruce Paint & Decor generously donated all the Benjamin Moore paint used for the project.
Visitors are invited to experience the new accessible features at Inglis Falls Conservation Area and enjoy everything this iconic property has to offer. The conservation area is open daily from dawn to dusk, with parking available for $10 + HST per day.
For those looking to explore even more, purchasing a Membership Parking Pass offers year-round access to multiple GSCA properties. Parking Passes are also available to borrow from libraries throughout the GSCA watershed, making it even easier to get outside and enjoy nature!
Images and text submitted by Grey Sauble Conservation Authority