Located on the Tay Marsh, this watery environment nurtures a variety of diverse plant and wildlife species. Deer, ducks, Canada geese, rabbits, bluebirds and wild turkeys are some of the wildlife that is found in this 257-hectare reserve. This conservation area is specifically geared to wildlife management. This is an area for quiet observations. Take your time and keep your eyes open.

Spot a Turtle?

Help with our 2010 Turtle Project at the Perth Wildlife Reserve. Seven of our eight turtle species in Ontario are at risk! Road mortality and loss of suitable habitat are prime concerns. If you see any turtles during your visit to Perth, please let us know by completing our online Turtle survey — click here for more. To learn more about the project, contact Kristy at kristy.giles@rvca.ca.


Special thanks to the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources.

$6 per day per vehicle or $2.50 per day per person (for buses and passenger vans, walk-ins, bike-ins) or buy your Conservation Areas Annual Pass, click here for more information

100 Wildlife Road, from Perth take County Road 1 (Rideau Ferry Road) south and turn left on Wildlife Road.