Plans underway for multi-use trails in South Cameron Woodlot

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The City of Windsor is planning a large expansion of the multi-use trails extending through the South Cameron Woodlot.

A 400-meter trail already exists connecting the northern and southern neighborhoods bordering the 31-acre woodlot. Plans are now in the works to develop an “environmentally sensitive” trail connecting the southern and eastern neighbourhoods.

“The South Cameron Woodlot is an important area of ​​greenspace for residents of Ward 10, but as it currently stands, it can present difficulties to residents living on the east and south ends looking for quick access into either neighborhood,” said Ward 10 Coun. Jim Morrison.

“By adding an environmentally sensitive trail through the woodlot, we’ll be expanding this community’s active transportation network while also making travel more convenient.”

Morrison and Mayor Drew Dilkens visited the area on Tuesday to announce the project moving forward.

Windsor Ward 10 Coun. Jim Morrison, left, and Mayor Drew Dilkens are shown at a press conference on Tuesday near the South Cameron Woodlot.
Windsor Ward 10 Coun. Jim Morrison, left, and Mayor Drew Dilkens are shown at a press conference on Tuesday near the South Cameron Woodlot. Photo by Dan Janisse /Windsor Star

Council approved hiring a consultant to find the best way through the woodlot. One option is a scenic path winding from Ojibway Street across to Treehouse Park on Kenora Street. Another possibility is a more direct trail connecting both of the existing dead-ends of Ojibway Street through the woodlot.

City staff expects the consultant report to be finished by the end of summer. The project will then be presented to council as part of the 2023 proposed capital budget.

“The City of Windsor is home to 205 parks,” said Dilkens. “Expansion of our multi-use trail network plays an important part in helping to connect these popular outdoor spaces. Today’s announcement is about delivering results to increase quality of life, access, and enjoyment of popular Windsor parks.

“The South Cameron Woodlot multi-use trail would allow residents and visitors, in Ward 10 and beyond, to further explore this natural area, while also visiting great nearby spaces like Treehouse Park and the Ojibway Street/South Cameron Park.”

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