Utopia, Ontario Has Iconic Landmark Attractions

Utopia, Ontario, is a small hamlet of about 100 people, located just west of Barrie. One of the unique places in Utopia is the Utopia Conservation Area, a 50-acre back-to-nature space wherein our 140+-year-old gristmill, Bell’s Gristmill, resides. Learn more here.

Utopia Conservation Area

The natural tranquillity and beauty of the Utopia Conservation Area cannot be understated. The naturalized green space and wetlands, the abundant biodiversity, the inspiring heritage gristmill, and its story across generations within the community. From the present-day elements and realities for which the vision and future direction of the Utopia Conservation Area West are based. Preserving, protecting, and enhancing these elements is fundamental, offering exciting complementary recreational opportunities that are becoming ever more demanding. Learn more about Crown Hill, Ontario is a Fun-Filled Neighbourhood.

The Bell Mill

Mills offered essential services in communities when water energy was of great importance before other sources of power. Because of the water flow of Bear Creek, this mill, and Utopia, became an important rural centers. The mill produced feed for the farmers and flour, distributed to the surrounding towns under brand names: Gold Coin (for bread), Snowflake (for pastry), Paracon xxx, and Bell’s Best. The mill also made such grain products as shorts (fine food for pigs), bran, and grits.