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​Bristol Mine

BRISTOL, ​QUÉBEC
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INFORMATION

The Bristol Mine is located near the town of Shawville. The mine was active on two separate occasions before closing its operation due to the lack of ore.  The iron mine of Bristol was in operation from 1873 to 1894 and was one of the main mines used for iron in Canada at the time. It exported its iron across the world to places like Belgium, England, and Pennsylvania. The operation closed down in 1894 and became active years later under a new name "The Hilton Mine". The Hilton Mine was active from 1956 to 1977.

Location ID #CM0008

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POTENTIAL RISKS:
Restrictions Unknown
Gates and Fence Around Facility 
No Warning Signs Posted At Entrance

Open Holes
Sharp Objects
Hazardous Material


Note:
No one should attempt to explore an abandoned mine as there are many dangers such as cave-ins, bad air, and hidden shafts. Explore at own risk.




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TERRAIN DIFFICULTY:
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FAMILY FRIENDLY:
No

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EQUIPMENT:
None Needed

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TOURS:
N/A


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How To Get There:

Drive down HWY 148 then turn left onto Gold Mine Road then slight right onto Bristol Mines Road. Continue on this road for about 2km then turn right on a road that leads to a green gate and a hut. Located after the big mound of gravel on your right side.

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Coordinates: 45.497974, -76.345215
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Estimated Travel Time: 01:04:00 from downtown Ottawa.



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