Rattlesnake Point Conservation Area, Milton

The Halton Region Conservation Authority maintains the Rattlesnake Point Conservation area. There is a serviced campground, and some beautiful, moderate to easy hiking along the Bruce Trail through ancient cedar forests along the Niagara Escarpment. Rock climbing is also a popular activity at Rattlesnake Point and nearby Buffalo Crag (only a 20 min hike from the campground at Rattlesnake.)

Camping and rock climbing at Rattlesnake Point

The campground at Rattlesnake makes a great base for exploring the Bruce Trail and is a great place to introduce kids to camping and hiking without venturing too far from home.

We usually access Rattlesnake Point by taking a GO bus from the bus terminal at Toronto Union station to Milton. From the Milton GO terminal you can call a taxi to take you out to the conservation area. The taxi usually costs about $30. There is a payphone at Rattlesnake Point so you can call for a taxi to pick you up.

We once walked from the bus terminal in Milton to the campground. It is about 5-6 km and takes about an hour. This is a good option if you have map and want to practice hauling your camping gear around by foot.

We have never attempted this, but it should also be possible to take the lakeshore GO train to Appleby station, and then cycle up Appleby Line to Rattlesnake point. Bikes are permitted on the GO trains on weekends and during off-peak hours, but check with the transit operator before attempting this.