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Welcome to Rockwood, Ontario!
Rockwood is a
rapidly-growing community in Guelph/Eramosa
township, located on Highway 7 between Acton and
the city of Guelph. The Eramosa River runs through
the centre of town and is the reason for Rockwood's
existence – having been the source of power for
several mills that were the economic engine that
spawned the original settlement. Limestone was also
extracted from what is now the nearby Rockwood
Conservation Area at that time. The conservation
area is used for swimming, hiking, canoeing,
picnicking and camping from last Friday in April to
the Sunday following Thanksgiving and it has over
65,000 visitors a year. The surrounding communities
(Fergus, Elora, Guelph, and more) within short
driving distances of Rockwood are excellent for
day-tripping and enjoying the history of the
township. |
