Our Mission
Conserving the lands and waters of Haliburton County
As the local land trust for Haliburton County, we focus on the protection of nature through land acquisition, stewardship, research, and education. We own, manage and protect over 1,300 acres with two of our properties (Dahl Forest and Barnum Creek Nature Reserve) being open to the public.
The 2025 Haliburton Land Trust Online Auction is Open for Registration!
The second annual Haliburton Highlands Land Trust Holiday Online Auction is open for registration with bidding to start on Sunday November 23rd. Bidding will end on Wednesday December 10th.
Last year we raised over $20,000 with the auction and this year, we are targeting $30,000.
We have some exciting items including tickets to Ripley's Aquarium, a collection of fine wines donated by the HHLT board, ski passes at Sir Sam's Ski & Ride as well as Brimacombe, amazing artwork by local artisans and several exciting guided hikes by HHLT naturalists. Be sure to register today to see all the terrific items on offer.
The funds from this year’s auction will contribute to our plans for the next 5 years:
- Double our nature reserve properties from 6 to 12.
- Provide more public access hiking trails starting with our next acquisition, the Campbell property
- Support 100 local landowners with direct land stewardship services through our Partners In Conservation program.
- Continue our vital research and education efforts.
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Our 2025 Priorities
The Highlands Corridor
Protecting Biodiversity In Haliburton
Our research has identified a vital wildlife corridor covering over 100,000 hectares at the south end of Haliburton County. Rich with abundant, undisturbed wetland and forest ecosystems, protecting the corridor will deliver outsized positive impacts on biodiversity and climate mitigation in Haliburton County.
Partners In Conservation
Supporting Local land Stewards
Are you a landowner living within 5kms of the Highlands Corridor (See map) and are interested in habitat conservation? By joining our Partner in Conservation program you'll receive ongoing support for your stewardship vision and the potential opportunity to save 75% on a portion of your property taxes.
Educational Events
Educational Events For the Whole Family
Join our knowledgeable guides to learn about the natural world around us.
Visit Our Public Properties
Barnum Creek Nature Reserve
Located near the Village of Haliburton, Barnum Creek Nature Reserve features a variety of ecosystems from marshes & swamps, to mature maple forests, to open fields. Don't miss the stone remains of the original farmhouse and other remnants of its agricultural past.
Area: 600 acres
Number of Trails: 3
Total Length: 7km
Address: #1118 Gould Crossing Road
Dahl Forest
Located near Gelert, Dahl Forest features mixed natural forest and extensive Red and Jack Pine plantations along the Burnt River.
Area: 500 acres
Number of Trails: 7
Trail Length: 5km
Address: 1307 Geeza Road, Gelert