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Elora Gorge

Centre WellingtonConservation areas in OntarioGrand River (Ontario)Protected areas of Wellington County, Ontario
Elora Gorge
Elora Gorge

The Elora Gorge is a popular tourist attraction located at the western edge of Elora, Ontario, Canada, which is 25 km north from the city of Guelph. Elora Gorge Conservation Area is one of many conservation areas owned by the Grand River Conservation Authority.

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Elora Gorge
Wellington Road 21, Centre Wellington

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N 43.666666666667 ° E -80.45 °
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N0B 1S0 Centre Wellington
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