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Laurel Creek Conservation Area

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Laurel Creek Conservation Area, or simply Laurel Creek, is a park located in Waterloo, Ontario, Canada. The park is owned by the Grand River Conservation Authority (GRCA). Laurel Creek is open year-round and offers several outdoor activities, such as swimming, campsites, picnic tables, and playgrounds.

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Laurel Creek Conservation Area
Sunpoint Crescent, Waterloo

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Laurel Creek Conservation Area

Sunpoint Crescent
N2L 4Z9 Waterloo
Ontario, Canada
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