Copeland Forest

We had 2 amazing 9km hikes here over the weekend. Just a 1/2 drive from Barrie, this is a great place to go for literally any length of hike. There are kilometres and kilometres of trails and loops. There are riverside hikes that are flatter and hilly hikes with a bit of elevation. We’ll definitely be back for more. Easy, free parking as well. The only downside would be that there are no garbages at the parking sites, nor any bathrooms or port-a-potties.

Great forest! A lot of twists and turns and trails to keep you occupied all year long. Depending on which parking lot you choose, you are faces with new trails and challenges. Note that some of these trails actually end up merging with the Horseshoe Valley hiking/biking trails.

Beautifully secluded forest, perfect for winter hiking/snowshoeing. The landscapes are fascinating with vast lands of just snow and trees. Parking is limited (only 10 or so) , wish it was bigger and wish the access roads have proper winter maintenance. One of our cars got stuck in ice right in the parking lot.