ELORA – The Grand River Conservation Authority (GRCA) will be reopening the Elora Quarry Conservation Area for day-use access beginning June 7, however a number of new restrictions will be in place to help reduce overcrowding at this popular local attraction this season, officials say.
Visitors to the Elora Quarry will now be required to purchase tickets and vehicle passes online, in advance, before they are permitted to enter the property, states a press release issued June 4.
Two four-hour sessions will be offered each day from 10am to 2pm and 3pm to 7pm with capacity limited to 200 people or 150 vehicles per session.
Tickets must be purchased separately for each session.
Tickets and vehicle passes are available for purchase on the GRCA website beginning June 4 and may be purchased up to one week in advance.
No walk-up purchases will be permitted and GRCA membership passes will not be accepted.
The cost of admission is $10.50 for adults, $5.50 for children, and a vehicle pass can be purchased for $15.00 per session.
To help avoid traffic congestion in the area, vehicles will not be permitted to park along the side of the road in advance of scheduled entry times and visitors should plan their arrival accordingly.
Elora Quarry Conservation Area is a two-acre former limestone quarry with sheer cliffs up to 12 metres high.
This day-use property is tree covered and suitable for picnicking as well as short walks along the one-kilometre trail.
A small sandy beach provides access to the water. The park offers vault toilets, change rooms and picnic tables. Dogs are not permitted.
More information and ticket purchase information can be found by visiting www.grandriver.ca/EloraQuarry.
