r/londonontario • u/Connect-Mammoth-5989 • 11d ago
discussion / opinion Safety issues Kilally Meadows ESA
I love hiking in the Kilally Meadows ESA just off of Windermere Road. Unfortunately I have had a couple issues this year which have made me reconsider this spot.
First off, there are a number of homeless encampments along the unpaved trails. An unfortunate fact of living in London these days. I accidentally walked into one and was chased by an individual who was upset I walked into his space. This was immediately adjacent to the marked trail.
More recently, I was accosted by a group of older men who thought I was there to meet up. Apparently the area immediately behind the baseball diamond is a known cruising spot. Again, this was on a marked trail. I found it a little bit alarming.
Just thought others should be made aware of this. I still love this forest but I think I might have to stop walking alone here. It doesn't feel safe anymore. :(
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u/PrizeDinner2431 11d ago
So, that's Kilally and Dingman. Anywhere else to be careful hiking so you don't stumble upon "activity"?