Magnificent View and Heritage
The Tiger Dunlop Heritage Trail starts at the CPR Station at the GoderichHarbour. It crosses North Harbour Road to the Menesetung Bridge wherethere is a magnificent view of the Maitland River; The Menesetung Bridgewas built as a railway bridge in 1907.
Beyond the bridge, it follows the abandoned CPR line to the Tomb ofTiger Dunlop, one of Huron County’s colourful historical figures. Theblue Sifto Loop starts at the North end of the bridge, turning west, andfeatures the Heritage Oak Tree.The Maitland Trail and MenesetungBridge Associations are the trail contacts.
Distance
3.2 km linear – links to Maitland Trail and G.A.R.T.
Difficulty Level
Level 1-easy, for family with young children
Trail Use
Walking, Cycling, Skiing, Pets on leash; Wheelchair Accessible(from North Harbour Road parking lot to Menesetung Bridge tobelow Tiger Dunlop’s Tomb)
Trail Hazards
None evident; do not throw items from the bridge; no fishing orswimming from Menesetung Bridge
Trail Surface
Natural surface, stone dust, wood planks on bridge
Cost for Using Trail
None; donation box on site beside map board at North Harbour Rd.
Driving Directions
Several access points. See map.
