Fanshawe Conservation Area

Fanshawe Conservation Area is located on the northeast edge of the City of London (MAP).

Fanshawe's 1200 hectares of land and water attract over 175,000 visitors each year. The park was created when Fanshawe Dam and Reservoir were completed in 1952. The dam was constructed mainly to help reduce flood damages in London.

Fanshawe CA is open 24 hours/day from April 22 to October 16, 2011. Outside of this season, the park is open Monday to Friday, from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (closed on statutory holidays).

Camping

Facilities

Over 650 treed campsites
420 sites with electrical service
2 sheltered areas for group camping (minimum 10 units)
Radio free camping area
Separate areas for overnight and seasonal camping
Washrooms with free hot showers, laundry facility, tuck shop with vending machines, firewood and ice
Recycling, sewage disposal stations, and sewage service

Activities & Programs

Brand new Splash Pad!
Pool for campers only (July & August, supervised by lifeguards)
Recreational programs for all ages (July & August), playground, horseshoe pits, basketball court

Seasonal Camping

Camping Fees

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Day Use Area

Facilities

Picnic area with tables, BBQs, washrooms, food concession
Playgrounds

Shelters and Pavilions

Rent the Beach Pavilion, Watson Porter Pavilion (below), or Picnic Shelter for large or small gatherings. Call 519-951-6181 ext. 367 for details.

Trails

Hike or bike - 20 km Fanshawe Lake Trail
Hike - Yellow Trail (4 km), Green Trail (3 km), Red Trail (2 km), Blue Trail (1.5 km) (click HERE for pdf trail brochure)
There are no maintained cross-country ski trails at Fanshawe CA
Maps are available at the , as well as at the gatehouse and registration office (April - October)

Fishing

Fish from shore or on the reservoir (9.9 hp motors max) for perch, bass, pike and walleye. A fishing dock is located near the boat launch.

Boating

Launch facilities for sailing and canoeing, as well as boating for fishing purposes (9.9 hp max). No Personal Watercraft are permitted at any of our CAs.

Other Attractions & Links

Entry Fees

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