Visitor Information
We are now open for Fall Hours!
Centre is open Saturday and Sunday from 11am - 4pm
The Nature Centre welcomes walk-in visitors during the above operating hours—no prior reservations required.
Visitors may also enjoy the nature trails and picnic area when outdoor space is open, usually from July to October. (Note: flooding and other hazards may restrict trail availability at any time)
Please call our office (705) 327-2808 if you need special assistance.
Thank you for your interest in visiting Scales Nature Park!
Scroll down to learn about our hours, directions, and pricing.
MARCH BREAK
Open Daily
11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Open for regular admission and guided tours!
SPRING
March Break- End of June
Monday to Friday
CLOSED
Saturday & Sunday
11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Open for regular admission and guided tours!
SUMMER
July- Labour Day
Tuesday & Wednesday
CLOSED
Thursday to Monday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Open for regular admission and guided tours!
FALL
Labour Day- Halloween
Monday to Friday
CLOSED
Saturday & Sunday
11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Open for regular admission and guided tours!
WINTER
November- March Break
Monday - Sunday
CLOSED
We may be able to accommodate visitors to the Nature Centre outside of operating hours throughout the year, please contact us in advance.
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Staff may be available outside of operating hours to answer questions from 9:00 am - 5:00 pm by phone or email.
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Educational programs may be booked for any time and date throughout the year. Please contact us to book a date with us.
Directions
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Scales Nature Park is just off Highway 11 in the township of Oro-Medonte.
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We are located just south of Orillia, about 20 minutes north of Barrie, and 1 hour from Toronto.
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Address: 82 Line 15 South
Oro-Medonte, Ontario
L3V 8H9
DRIVING
TIPS
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Google maps is accurate, but some GPS’s will direct to the wrong location
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Check that your address says Oro-Medonte NOT Orillia
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Our entrance is on Line 15 South, NOT Line 15 North or Highway 11
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Keep an eye out for our entrance sign, it is set back from the road and is easily missed
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Admission
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We accept payment through cash, debit, credit, and gift cards.
