Safety First
Wàwàtesì is on the Hastings Heritage Trail, a four-seasons, multi-use recreational trail welcoming hikers, cyclists, horseback riders, recreational vehicle operators and outdoor enthusiasts.Let's all share this space safely.
Trail Safety
In this quick guide, we'll cover crucial safety tips to ensure your trail adventure is both enjoyable and compliant with local regulations. Let's embark on a responsible journey through its breathtaking landscapes.
Watch our trail safety & etiquette videos, then take our survey to help make Ontario's trails safer!
Trail Etiquette
Join us as we explore the Hastings Heritage Trail, focusing on trail etiquette for hikers, ATV and snowmobile operators. Learn how to share this scenic area respectfully, ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience for all. Together, we can keep the trail welcoming for everyone.
Watch our trail safety & etiquette videos, then take our survey to help make Ontario's trails safer!
Guides
How to navigate Ontario's trails lawfully, safely and responsibly.
Links
Explore trail associations & recreational clubs in Ontario.
"We look forward to welcoming you to the Hastings heritage Trail..."
Paul Jenkins, Mayor of Bancroft
Discover Bancroft
Venture to Bancroft, Ontario—The Mineral Capital of Canada and home to the majestic Eagles Nest. Explore the Hastings Heritage Trail, inviting adventurers and nature lovers alike. Come discover Bancroft's geological wonders and breathtaking vistas.
We are committed to the well-being of our Community. Learn more about our Safety, Health & Wellness Portfolio.
We hold a deep belief in the importance of sustainable tourism & cultural preservation on ancestral lands. Learn more about our Business & Tourism Portfolio.
Made possible through funding provided by the Ontario Ministry of Transportation through their Indigenous Transportation Initiatives Fund & Road Safety Community Partnership Program.

Many thanks to Thumbs Productions, Mayor Paul Jenkins & the Town of Bancroft, Bancroft OPP & Constable Joel Devenish, the KMM Community, all of our recreational vehicle enthusiasts & the KMM Team for making this possible.Special thanks also goes out to Hastings County, Township of Limerick, Community Futures Development Corporation, North Hastings Children's Services (NHCS), Bancroft Business Improvement Area (BBIA), Bancroft Ontario Provincial Police, Eastern Ontario Trails Alliance, North Hastings Community Integration Association, North Hastings Community Trust, Indigenous Tourism Ontario, Ascend LPP, North Hastings Community Cupboard, Bancroft Youth Unlimited, McMichael Jewellers, Bancroft Golf Course, Vance Motors.The views expressed on this website and accompanying publications are the views of Kijicho Manito Madaouskarini Algonquin Nation and do not necessarily reflect those of the Province of Ontario or any other organization.© 2024 Kijicho Manito Madaouskarini Algonquin Nation. All rights reserved.