The Place to Be
Stay in a place still run by – and created by –the people who own it. Hear their stories. Tell yours. Play board games with family or friends. Splash in the finest lakes in Ontario. Arise before the sun and watch the mist come off the water as it soaks up the colours of creation. Treasure experiences you can have nowhere else because you make them yourself.
And when you want to get out and about, there’s so much to do in the way of food, fun, culture and adventure… you just might need another vacation.
Check out our events page for a big list of things to do.
Authentically individual.
Play On
The celebrated 4th Line Theatre at Winslow Farm features plays by and about Canadians. They’re staged out-of-doors, for a dramatic experience that’s brilliantly bold and absolutely memorable.
If outdoor entertainment grabs you, don’t miss the famed Peterborough Musicfest –a free outdoor music series in Peterborough’s Del Crary Park. Country music lovers flock to the Annual Havelock Country Jamboree ‘round the end of August. The Buckhorn Fine Art Festival is known far and wide.
Starry-Eyed
A sky full of stars is a wonder to behold. And there’s no better place to see them than the Buckhorn Observatory. If your interests are more grounded, explore 13km of trails and 800 metres of caves at the Warsaw Caves Conservation Area. All you need is sensible shoes and a flashlight.
Our first peoples left their marks eons ago, with rock carvings along the cliffs of Minnow Lake. You can find them at Petroglyphs Provincial Park. The Park and interpretative centre are managed by the Curve Lake First Nation. The Park boasts the largest collection of aboriginal rock carving on the continent.
Sweet Success
Bored with the merlots and chardonnays? Have you tried fruit wines, for sipping or cooking? Fruit wines and vinegars may well become the next olive oil, able to transform dishes from ordinary to exceptional. Find out for yourself at award-winning Kawartha Country Wines.
In July and August, the berry pickings are at their peak. Pick your own – or pick ‘em up – at roadside stands, farmers markets or at farm stands like McLeans Berry Farm.
Soak Up Summer
1. Patio Season
The favourite expression for describing our summer patio obsession is “al fresco” simply meaning “in the fresh” – Peterborough & the Kawarthas offers just that – dining with farm fresh flavours out in the open air. The Silver Bean Café – on downtown Peterborough’s waterfront offers an urban oasis – like sitting on the deck at your cottage, with great lunch eats and to-die-for strawberry lemonade. The Junction Rooftop Patio takes you above the City’s hustle and bustle. See the City from a different point of view.2. Enjoy the Sweet Things
Summer’s filled with simple pleasures were what made childhood summer’s so magical. Sharing a laugh. Splashing in a lake. Enjoying an ice cream cone. Take a time-out to indulge in a summer treat – an ice cream from Kawartha Dairy. One of our personal favourite flavours is Banana Boat - named one of Canada’s best ice creams by the Globe and Mail. Inspired by the campfire favourite, this scoopable taste-sensation is a banana ice cream with a wave of marshmallow and chocolate. One scoop? Or two?3. Festivals & Events at Every Turn
One Region. Countless Ways to Kick It Up. Round up the crew for a weekend of fun. Round out a perfect week’s stay in true Canadian Cottage Country. There are countless ways to celebrate with us. See fantastic works at the Buckhorn Fine Art Festival. Rock out at Peterborough Musicfest and you will see why it has been voted one of Ontario’s top festivals. Step back in time at great events at Lang Pioneer Village. What are you waiting for? There’s a party going on up here!4. Free Family Fun
With the kids off for two whole months, it can be exhausting (and expensive!) to keep your family happy. We get that. Peterborough & the Kawarthas is filled with great ways to spend quality time without emptying your wallet. Enjoy Riverview Park & Zoo - with a splash pad and playground to cool off. Peterborough Musicfest is a free summer concert series. Acts taking place this summer include Fefe Dobson, Sloan and Walk off the Earth!5. Cruising Canada’s Hidden Gem
Boating on the Trent-Severn Waterway National Historic Site is a signature experience. Our region is defined by our connection to water – and the unique communities that have positioned themselves along the watershed. Unlock the treasures of our region’s waterfront towns, villages and the great engineering marvels along the way. Rent a houseboat and enjoy the beautiful scenery as you kick back and relax in the waterway. Travel up – waaay up – the world’s highest hydraulic lift lock. Explore downtown Peterborough all morning and spend the same afternoon reeling family fishing fun.6. Outdoor Concerts
We’re a destination that will be music to your ears. What ever your choice genre is, you’re sure to find some soothing sounds and cool beats here. Throughout the summer, Peterborough Musicfest brings twice-weekly concerts to Del Crary Park in Downtown Peterborough. Country fans from throughout North America flock to the small town of Havelock to hear some of country music’s hottest acts at the Havelock Country Jamboree. Check out Lakefield Jazz, Art & Craft Festival a relaxing day of entertainment, on the shores of the Otonabee River.7. Petroglyphs Provincial Park
Tucked in one of our greatest natural areas, surrounded by winding hiking trails and natural serenity is the largest known concentration of First Nations stone carvings in Canada. The depictions carved into the white marble include approximately 900 figures of turtles, snakes, birds and humans snakes, birds and humans – are known as Kinomagewapkong, translated as “the rocks that teach” were a teaching where different aboriginal communities came together to exchange knowledge. View the carvings. Hear the stories of our heritage and realize the spiritual attachments between this site and our region’s aboriginal communities.8. Hear our Stories
Everything we experience today, pixel by pixel, engine byengine, road by road can be traced back to an equally valuable time – field by field, stone by stone, tree by tree. Get enveloped in the joy of a great story. Step back in time. Tour original historic family homes, chat with the local blacksmith, join in the fun at Lang Pioneer Village. Snack on tea and scones at Hutchison House Living History Museum. Explore other great historic treasures at the Peterborough Museum & Archives, OFAH Hunting & Fishing Heritage Centre and the Canadian Canoe Museum.The secret behind preserving our stories is sharing them. Find your connection to generations of yesteryear.9. A Blanket of Stars
Get back to basics with family camping in the Canadian wilderness. Gaze up at the blanket of stars in the night sky. Roast marshmallows over a cozy campfire. Step away from the pace of daily life and enjoy the simple things. At < a href="/partner/warsaw-caves-conservation-area-and-campground/">Warsaw Caves Conservation Area, “spelunk” your way through caves that were formed during the last ice age. By night, sing silly campfire songsand explore trails by lantern light. For campers who enjoy their urban creature comforts, Peterborough’s Beavermead Park & Campground offers campsites within the city limits. Go backcountry camping at Kawartha Highlands Signature Site– 2nd largest Provincial Park in Ontario with endless opportunities to explore and see wildlife.10. Art at its Finest
Drawing inspiration from the picturesque settings here is easy to do. Lakeside views. Wooded trails. Manicured streetscapes. Our local galleries demonstrate ways that artists of regional, national and international acclaim create reflections from their surroundings. Get inspired. See great original works at our local galleries: Gallery on the Lake, Art Gallery of Peterborough & the Kawartha Artists Gallery & Studio, Visit the Buckhorn Fine Art Festival, named one of Ontario’s Top 100 Festivals, and recognized as one of the premiere Canadian arts festivals.
Summer Events
National Canoe Day
June 22, 2013
Milennium Park, Peterborough
705-748-9153
Peterborough Musicfest
June 29 – August 24, 2013
Del Crary Park, Peterborough
705-755-1111
Westben Concerts at the Barn
June 29 – August 3, 2013
Westben Arts Festival Theatre, 6690 County Road 30, Campbellford,
705-653-5508
The Winslows of Derryvore
July 2 – 27, 2013
4th Line Theatre, 779 Zion Line, Millbrook
705-932-4448
Lakefield Jazz, Art & Craft Festival
July 6, 2013
Isabel Morris Park, Lakefield
705-292-9507
Havelock Country Jamboree
August 15 – 18, 2013
Havelock
705-778-3353
Buckhorn Fine Art Festival
August 17 & 18, 2013
Buckhorn Community Centre, 1801 Lakehurst Road, Buckhorn
705-657-1918
Peterborough Folk Festival
August 23 – 25, 2013
Nicholls Oval Park, Peterborough
Kawartha Wakeboard Festival
August 23 – 25, 2013
Beavermead Park, Ashburnham Drive, Peterborough
705-743-9710
Fall for Peterborough
Show your true colours by coming out to Peterborough & the Kawarthas.
There’s so much to do besides seeing the amazing foliage turn. Get out on the water, on the trail. Go road tripping. Run a 10k. Eat your way across the county at artisan restaurants. Take a float plane over Rice Lake. Hit the racetrack. Stop in town for a latte. If you lead an active life, Peterborough & the Kawarthas offers you so many choices.
Turn over a new leaf.
Float Your Boat
Did you know that Peterborough is the home of the modern Canoe, that great symbol of the Canadian spirit? You can see this – along with Prime Minister Pierre Trudeau’s famous fringe jacket – at the Canadian Canoe Museum. Rain or shine. The Art Gallery of Peterborough is just around the corner.
If you’re keen on fall there’s The Keene Pumpkin Festival. The Kawartha and Apsley Autumn Studio Tours features fine art, pottery, glass, stone, wood, jewelry and textiles from local artists.
Go Eco
Our deep forests, open fields, plentiful waters and wilderness areas make the Peterborough & the Kawarthas a great place for hunters, anglers, conservationists and nature lovers of all stripes. Our rolling hills and country roads make superb cycling. You can take an eco-board walk through the Stony Lake wetlands at Pine Vista Resort. The O.F.A.H/Mario Cortellucci Hunting & Fishing Heritage Centre tells the story of conservation and the fishing and hunting movement.
Up the Creek, With A Paddle
If you’re up early, you can paddle peaceful backwaters, harvesting Black Duck wild rice (link to wild rice fact sheet) the traditional way with a First Nation’s guide.
The fall harvest infuses local tables with hearty fare and hand-made preserves. What a time for restauranting! Go to visitourtable.com for a taste of what’s cooking and who’s cooking it.
Warm Up to Winter
With your heart pumping, the wind in your cheeks and shouts of joy, you can skate on the canal, ski down hill, make a snowman. Drive a snowmobile full out or snow shoe through the silent wood.
When you’re done, there’s always a warm fire, cup of steaming chocolate and a scrumptious meal waiting for you and yours. Curl up with a book or a close friend. Hug your kids. Give your mind a break and let your heart go.
Are you the indoor type? Museums, galleries, shops, restaurants and cultural events open their doors to you.
Our seasons never sleep.
‘Tis the Season
Retail therapy awaits you at Lansdowne Place mall and adorably decorated shop windows light the main streets of our towns and villages. A fresh macchiato at a downtown Peterborough café will warm more than your heart.
Can you picture an utterly unique holiday gift? It’s quite possible that you’ll find it at Gallery on the Lake. It’s one of the Ontario’s largest retail galleries with a reputation for nature and landscape artworks. Check out Whetung Ojibwa Centre, for an amazing selection of aboriginal arts and crafts.
Ice Is Nice
Especially for anglers. Care to join them? To see hockey played with real grit, check out the Peterborough Petes. At Lakefield’s PolarFest you can marvel at the ice sculptures, tale a Polar Plunge, watch Olympic class speed skating or just play some pond hockey. The Kawartha Nordic Ski Club, run by volunteers, boast miles of groomed and wilderness trails, and a cozy chalet to warm up in.
Getting It Down Cold
Elmhirst’s Resort’s sought-after annual Winemakers Dinners pair premium wines from very select vineyards with fine, locally-sourced cuisine – the provisions often originating from Elmhirst’s own farm. Irwin Inn overlooks storied Stony Lake. Warm yourself by the dining room fire and take in the panoramic view. Or have Irwin’s exquisite fare delivered to your suite. Isn’t that romantic?
Hit the Road
Come to Peterborough & the Kawarthas where activities and events are popping up all over. Grab your bike, kayak, clubs or rod. Bring the kids. Or round up your friends. And head out.
Peterborough & the Kawarthas is an easy day trip. Even better, spend a night or two to take in a show, sip late night cocktails or spend a romantic evening curled up by the fire (at off-season rates.)
Take some time to scout out places you’d like to come back to again and again: beaches, lakes, waterways, woodland trails, resorts, outfitters, art galleries, boutiques, theatre, restaurants and cafes, farmers markets, sporting events, festivals and… what’s your pleasure?
Put some spring in your step.
That’s the Spirit
Timeless tradition comes alive at the Hiawatha First Nation’s Annual Pow Wow, in late May. Experience the spirit of our First Nations first hand.
In spring you can also catch the symphony. A host of plays and gallery openings. Even foreign films. Take the kids to Lang Pioneer Village, where settler life is recreated and there’s plenty to do for everyone. The historic Hope Mill – a genuine 1800 sawmill – still sits on its original site.
Run With the Wild
In spring, our rivers and streams run full and fast. Peterborough & the Kawarthas is a hot bed for canoeists and kayakers, with outfitters and clubs to point you in the right direction.
If a slower pace suits, a walk in our untrammeled woods or along our urban trails might be just the thing to lift your spirits. If you’re hooked on fishing – or would like to be – bring the family out the Greenwing Fishing Weekend, Follow the Garden Route for glorious blooms and garden goods.
Sap It Up
What could be more delightfully Canadian than making – and eating – maple syrup? You can catch the sap run, and watch the sugar boil, at famed Buckhorn Maple Fest in late March and early April.
What are the first signs of spring? They might the hand-lettered boards at roadside farm stands and farmers markets announcing their fresh fare. Come see for yourself.
Get Fresh With Us
1. See How Our Gardens Grow
Have you been looking forward to the spring thaw, since you put your garden to bed last autumn? Get inspired to make a fresh start. Whether you’re looking for new gardenaccessories or just taking some time to smell the roses, there are ideas at every turn. Follow the Garden Route - your path to specialty growers, fabulous display gardens and boutiques. Looking to make a weekend of it? Visit in early April and make the Peterborough Garden Show a stop.2. Maple Meanderings
How sweet it is – all of that ice is melting away, and the tree sap starts flowing. Before you know it that sweet smell of bubbling maple syrup is in the air. Head out to McLean’s Berry Farm & Sugarbush for Maplefest weekends in March and enjoy the maple syrup experience from tap to taste. They have fun games and live entertainment too! Enjoy the ultimate in Canadian flavour this spring in real Canadian Cottage Country.3. Delightful Pairings
Rainy days and umbrellas. Milk and cookies. Great international wine and fresh local food. Some things are just meant to go together. Head out to the Flavour Festival in April - sure to be the toast of the town. Held at the Morrow Building – home of the Saturday Peterborough Farmers’ Market. Sip a glass of pinot noir (or the wine of your choice) and enjoy some great nosh sourced by our artful chefs, artisan bakeries and foraged from our farm fields.4. Fishing on Rice Lake
Catch some fun and family time on the sunny Rice Lake this spring! You might even reel in a great prize when you catch a tagged fish. The Rice Lake Fishing Contest invites you to catch one of the many tagged fish swimming around in the lake. Whether you’re looking for the rustic retreat weekend with the guys at a cabin or you are looking to build some lasting memories with your growing family, there are accommodators for every taste.5. Brunches of Fun
Something about springtime, makes you want to shrug off the winter blahs and have a fabulous sociable meal – brunch in the Kawarthas is just that. Casual. Refreshing. Delicious. Whether you’re looking to re-connect with family or friends, for Mother’s Day or Easter - Brunch is just the ticket. Check out what Peterborough’s restauranteurs have to offer for this fantastic mid-morning/early afternoon favourite. Some of our favourite stops are Chemong Lodge, Elements Restaurant & Harmony Farms.6. Spring Craft Show
Refresh your spaces and rejuvenate yourself with some retail therapy at the Buckhorn Spring Craft Show. Every Victoria Day weekend in the Kawarthas, over 100 vendors come to the eBuckhorn Community Centre to showcase ceramics, jewelry, designer clothing, gourmet food and much more. Give your garden a facelift with a great new bird feeder or garden accessory. Satisfy your sweet tooth with great treats & jams. Enjoy touring through the pavillions and taking in the sunshine.7. Farmers’ Market
How do you know when Spring has finally arrived? The sight of a robin? Buds on the trees? That lump of snow that wouldn’t melt on your front lawn has finally diminished? How about a sign of spring that you can really sink your teeth into? Farm fresh produce. Outdoor markets. The City of Peterborough and the villages and towns throughout our County have always been well connected to our area farms. Sample great baking from Millbrook’s The Pastry Peddler. Pick up some rhubarb and make some delightfully tangy desserts. Enjoy early spring garlic scapes. Take away some delicious preserves. Refresh your tastebuds.8. May Long Weekend on the Dock
You’ve probably been waiting for this moment since the morning you woke up to a fresh layer of frost on the lawn at the cottage last September. The unofficial first weekend of summer is here. Nights are still cool enough for cozying up to a campfire. Days are great spent basking in the warm sun, beer in hand on the dock. You can still take advantage of great off-season rates at our lakeside cottage resorts. It is true Kawartha moments, like this one that have us saying, “This Is Living”.9. Run-off to Burleigh Falls
An amazing display of nature’s spring run-off. The rapids at Burleigh Falls are one of the most picturesque backdrops in the Kawarthas. A great way to reconnect with the elements and enjoy the long-awaited warmer temperatures. Get out. Explore.10. Hiawatha Pow Wow
Hear stories from one of our First Nations communities, and take part in all the fun of a traditional Pow Wow on the sunny shores of Rice Lake this Victoria Day Weekend. Admire the intricate regalia. Learn a bit about the culture of our region’s First Nations. Enjoy the sound of drums in the air.
Spring Events
Maplefest
Weekends from mid-March to end of March
McLean Berry Farm, 2191 16th Line of Smith, Selwyn
705-657-2134
Peterborough St. Patrick’s Day Parade
March 17, 2013
Downtown Peterborough
Hands on Nature
April 6 – June 16, 2013
Peterborough Museum & Archives, 300 Hunter Street East (Museum Drive), Peterborough
705-743-5180
Peterborough Garden Show
April 12 – 14, 2013
Evinrude Centre, 911 Monaghan Road, Peterborough
705-761-9220
Flavour Festival
April 28, 2013
Morrow Building, Peterborough
705-657-2134
Buckhorn Spring Craft Show
May 18 & 19
Buckhorn Community Centre, 1801 Lakehurst Road, Buckhorn)
705-657-8833
Hiawatha Annual Pow Wow
May 18 & 19, 2013
Hiawatha First Nation
705-295-4421
Victoria Day Fireworks at Del Crary Park
May 18, 2013
Del Crary Park, Peterborough
Rhubarb Spring Fling
May 22, 2013
Hutchison House, 270 Brock Street, Peterborough
705-743-9710
My Paddle’s Keen & Bright
Be sure to give yourself enough time to head to the Canadian Canoe Museum – which will allow you to portage through Canada’s past – with the canoe as the centerpiece to the story.
For canoe rentals please visit our partners at Peterborough Pedal & Paddle, Adventure Outfitters, as well as at Beavermead Park and Warsaw Caves Conservation Area.
Paddling Routes
With 134 lakes and waterways, we are a paddler’s paradise.
1. Little Lake Paddling Route
Difficulty Level: Intermediate
Distance: 6.5 km loop
Portages: None
Put in/ Take-out: Beavermead Park on Ashburnham Drive, Rogers Cove on Maria Street, T-wharf by the Art Gallery on Crescent Street (parking at Del Crary Park)
2. Eels Creek Paddling Route
This route can be paddled in one direction only and requires some expeirence with paddling in moving water. Watch for (and portage around High Falls).
County Route Difficulty Level: Intermediate
Distance: 7km
Portages: 6 in summer, fewer in the spring. Longest portage is 162m
Put-in: Bridge at Haultain (Hwy 28)
Take-out: Bridge at Northey’s Bay Road
3. Sucker Lake Paddling Route
County Route Difficulty Level: Novice
Distance: 16km
Portages: 4
Put-in/Take-out: First Bridge on Beaver Lake Road
Note: Paddlers are advised to refer to the topographical maps before attempting this route.
4. Indian River Paddling Route
Difficulty Level: Easy
Distance: 5km one way
Portages: None
Put-in/Take-out: Warsaw Caves Conservation Area and Lions Park in Warsaw.
Tip: Another easy, scenic route in the City is from the Trent University rowing club down the canal to the Lift Lock and back.
5. Nogies Creek Paddling Route
Difficulty Level: Easy
Distance: 5km one way
Portages: 1 – 100 m
Put-in/Take-out: Bridge over creek on Bass Lake Road off County Road 36
Note: The creek disappears through rocks for short distances. You mus portage at this point and the footing is quite rough.
6. Keene Paddling Route
Difficulty Level: Intermediate
Distance: 3km one-way
Portages: None
Put-in/Take-out: South side of County Road 2 just east of Keene
Cycling
Resources
Greater Peterborough Road Cyclist Map – City of Peterborough
To request a copy of the new 2012 Peterborough County & City Cycling & Trails Map – a collaborative piece brought to you by the Peterborough & the Kawarthas Tourism, the County of Peterborough, the City of Peterborough, Peterborough Green-Up,Peterborough Cycling Club, Peterborough Moves, Wild Rock Outfitters and the Government of Ontario please visit the Contact us section of this website and fill out the information request form.
PTBO Rides
This site represents a group effort to express and share the joy and passion of the Peterborough cycling community. The road network around Peterborough and the Kawarthas is diverse and challenging. Quiet country roads and rolling hills, open vistas, shaded lanes and punishing gravel are all here. Short coffee shop rides by the river or all-day tours in the hills can be planned from Peterborough.
www.ptborides.com
Central Ontario Loop Trail
The Central Ontario Loop Trail (COLT) is comprised of a variety of Trails and Cycling Routes spanning a variety of destinations in Southern/Central Ontario – Northumberland County, Quinte West, City & County of Peterborough, City of Kawartha Lakes and Haliburton County. See the COLT Map to begin planning your adventure.
Suggestions for Cycling Enthusiasts
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Pastry Peddler
AMAZINGLY DELICIOUS PASTRIES, CAKES, TAKE OUT LUNCHES, SPECIALTY COFFEE, CATERING
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Art Gallery of Peterborough
Collecting, exhibiting and promoting Canadian and Regional Art
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Claire de Lune Bed and Breakfast
A lakefront property nestled on the shores of Pigeon Lake offering you the privacy of a French country oasis ... and ohhh, so much more!
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Adventure Outfitters
Canoes Kayaks SUPs XC skis Snowshoes Camping Bikes and Bike Tune-ups Paddling accessories Rentals Lessons and Organized trip excursions.
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Lakefield Farmers' Market
Your Connection to the Best in Local Produce, Local Food, and Local Artisanal Wares.
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Elmhirst's Resort
Imagine yourself here...in every season
Fishing Experiences
Click Here For up-to-date information on Ontario Fishing Regulations.
Fishing Resources
Click here for up to date information on fishing regulations in Ontario for Zone 17
Go Fish Ontario
Tackleshare
Rice Lake Canada
Buckhorn Tourist Association
Competitive Sport Fishing League
Top Bass Live Release Tournament Series
Bob Izumi’s Kids, Cops & Canadian Tire Fishing Days
Kawartha Anglers
O.F.A.H Mario Cortellucci Hunting & Fishing Heritage Centre
A Feast for the Senses
Our rolling, picturesque landscape is home to some of the best market gardens and farms that Canada has to offer. From the early spring sweetness of our world champion syrup producers to the crisp autumn taste of an apple fresh from the tree, our bountiful harvest stretches tantalizingly across the seasons. Our award winning meats and dairy can be found year-round, making every day a delicious opportunity to explore the region.
With a host of markets, countless farm-gate stalls, and plenty of pick-your-own fields, the freshest of seasonal food is yours to discover – no matter the time of year.
Take the time to experience the sites and sounds of our many area markets, where old-time fiddle music and the smell of freshly produced artisan foods make for a shopping experience that has changed very little over the past two centuries. The granddaddy of them all is the Peterborough Farmers' Market – home to over 100 unique vendors, the Market has been Peterborough’s source for the best in natural foods for 185 years.
Take a taste of the good life.
Resources
Visit our Table
Farmers' Markets
Peterborough & District Farmers’ Market
Every Saturday Year Round
7am to 1pm
Morrow Building & Parking Lot at the Corner of Lansdowne Street & Roger Neilson Way
Peterborough Downtown Farmers’ Market
Wednesdays from May – October, 2013
8:30am to 2pm
Louis Street Parking Lot
Lakefield Farmers’ Market
Thursdays from May 16 – October 10, 2013
10am – 3pm
Lakefield-Smith Arena, Queen Street
Apsley Village Market
Saturdays from May 18 – August 31, 2013
9am – 2pm
Behind Hunter’s General Store
Buckhorn Farmers’ and Craft Market
Tuesdays from June 4 – September 3, 2013
8am – 1pm
Buckhorn Community Centre, 1801 Lakehurst Road
Hamlet of Warsaw Farmers’ Market
Sundays from May – October
9am – 3pm
Warsaw Community Centre, 93 Ford Street
Millbrook Farmers’ Market
Select Sundays (June 23, July 21, August 18, September 15 & October 20, 2013)
11am – 3pm
1 Dufferin Street, Millbrook
Mount Pleasant Farmers’ Market
Select Fridays
2:30pm – 5pm
County Rd 10, just south of the flashing lights in Mount Pleasant
Fresh Flavours.
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Elmhirst's Resort - Hearthside Dining Room - Dining & Nightlife
Serving local and fresh with fine Ontario wine
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Holiday Inn Peterborough Waterfront - Riverside Grill & Gazebo/ Bernie's Tap & Grill
Peterborough's only waterfront restaurant!
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Parkhill on Hunter
Casual fine dining in the heart of downtown Peterborough. We invite you to join us and experience the art of hospitality!
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Lakefield Farmers' Market
Your Connection to the Best in Local Produce, Local Food, and Local Artisanal Wares.
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Brio Gusto Restaurant & Wine Bar
Come and experience "fire" and "taste" at Brio Gusto. Great food with fabulous wine.
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Beachwood Resort - Dining & Nightlife
A Hidden Gem!
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Rare Grill House
A 40-seat steakhouse located in the heart of downtown Peterborough, serving various high-quality meats with a focus on local ingredients.
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Chemong Lodge Steak & Seafood
When I say "Chemong Lodge", You say: "PRIME RIB"! Just a short drive from Peterborough for lunch or dinner. Enjoy our outdoor patio.
Follow the Garden Route
Peterborough Garden Show
Looking to make a weekend of it? We recommend visiting on the weekend of the Peterborough Garden Show (April 12 – 14). Whether you’re visiting with your girlfriends for a weekend of gossip, lunches and wine. Or with your gardening partner for a romantic getaway.
The Peterborough Garden Show is one of the best local garden shows in Ontario, and brimming with inspiration for your home garden once everything has thawed. Freshen up.
Great Gardens Ahead.
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Gardens Plus
Perennial Nursery with Display gardens & Mail order. We focus on easy care so you can enjoy your gardens not just work in them! Closed Tuesday. Open Until 7pm Thursday & Friday.
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Lakefield Farmers' Market
Your Connection to the Best in Local Produce, Local Food, and Local Artisanal Wares.
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Burley's Touring Gardens & Garden Store
Shop in the garden , unusual perennials and annuals. Two acres of award winning gentle sloping English theme gardens.
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Gardens Plus - Attractions
Perennial Nursery with Display gardens & Mail order. We focus on easy care so you can enjoy your gardens not just work in them! Closed Tuesday. Open until 7pm Thursday & Friday.
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Burley's Garden Suite
Private 1 or 2 bedroom suite over looking beautiful English theme gardens. Close to downtown and Trent university.
Kick It Back.
...Or Kick It Up with Great Events
Buckhorn Spring Craft Show
Refresh your spaces and rejuvenate yourself with some retail therapy at the Buckhorn Spring Craft Show. Every Victoria Day weekend in the Kawarthas, over 100 vendors come from across Canada to the Buckhorn Community Centre to showcase ceramics, jewelry, designer clothing, gourmet food and much more. Give your garden a facelift with a great new bird feeder or garden accessory. Satisfy your sweet tooth with great locally made treats & jams. Enjoy touring through the pavillions and taking in the sunshine.
Hiawatha First Nation Pow Wow
Hear stories from one of our First Nations communities, and take part in all the fun of a traditional Pow Wow on the sunny shores of Rice Lake this Victoria Day Weekend. Admire the intricate regalia. Learn a bit about the culture of our region’s First Nations. Enjoy the sound of drums in the air.
Victoria Day Fireworks
Fireworks, Children’s Activities and Entertainment in Del Crary Park on the shore of Little Lake and just steps from Downtown Peterborough.
Stay Under A Blanket of Stars
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Three Castles Resort
Relax at Kawarthas favorite waterfront resort. Spend afternoons fishing with friends or wading in the clear blue water of the near by Sandy Beach with your kids
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Warsaw Caves Conservation Area and Campground
Family camping in forested setting, with comfort station offering showers, laundry and dish washing. Enjoy hiking, canoeing and spelunking.
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Elmhirst's Resort
Imagine yourself here...in every season
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Irwin Inn
Three generations of the Irwin family make this Ontario resort famous for its tradition of friendliness and service.
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Southview Cottages & R.V. Park
Catch The Fun At Southview. Discover the traditional cottage experience at a quality family resort. Prime waterfront and facilities.
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Pine Vista Resort
Award winning 4 star, 4 season Cottage Resort on spectacular Stoney Lake. Pool, beach, hot tubs, nature trails, winter sports, recreation programs.
Our National Treasure
There’s no more idyllic way to see Ontario’s magnificent Cottage Country than when you slow down to cruising speed. Drop in on charming towns and villages. Meet strangers who might become friends for life. Have a picnic along the water’s edge. Watch the boats and world go by.
Peterborough & the Kawarthas is the heart of the Trent-Severn.
Opened in 1904, Lock 21 is the world’s highest hydraulic Lift Lock and one of the seven wonders of the engineering world. It stands proudly on the edge of Peterborough’s downtown. While you’re there, pull into nearby Peterborough Marina on Little Lake. Have a meal, visit the art gallery and see the city.When you get to Lock 27 in Young’s Point on a summer Sunday, you might stay for the blues music at the Lockside Trading Company, the Kawarthas’ largest country store. It’s housed in the original lockmaster’s lodgings. Charming Old Bridge Inn – a B&B and restaurant – hails from 1887, but the food is very now.
Lock 31 brings you to beautiful Buckhorn’s Mainstreet Landing, where you can sit steps from the water and have a memorable meal. Or take a walk through the friendly village itself. The Buckhorn Community Centre is the centre of a universe of fun and cultural events. Why not stay at Scotsman Point Resort, a traditional family-focused affair, with scads to do, tasty food, great fishing and a picturesque setting on beautiful Buckhorn Lake.
Lift up your heart.
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Peterborough Lift Lock
A signature attraction in the City of Peterborough – the world’s highest hydraulic Lift Lock.
Why not travel it in your boat, a rented canoe or on a sightseeing cruise with Liftlock & the Riverboat Cruises
Trent Severn Waterway 2013 Fees
Looking for navigational charts? They are sold at Boater’s World, just one block north of the Peterborough Marina.
There’s No Place Like This
It’s time for something fresh, come to unspoiled Peterborough & the Kawarthas. Where life grows naturally.
Just 90 minutes east of the GTA, Peterborough & the Kawarthas offers an amazing volume and variety of experiences that ring true. And that won’t break the bank either.
That’s because Peterborough & the Kawarthas was made for living.
All year round
Our rich mix of heritage city, cottage country and flourishing farmlands – unique in Ontario – makes living and visiting here something out of the ordinary.If you’re looking for a place where the people are cordial and down-to-earth. The beauty is breathtaking. And the activities are endless. Come out to Peterborough & the Kawarthas.
This is living.
Have Some City With Your Country
Is it raining outside? Late at night? Had too much sun? No worries. There’s still plenty to do.
The City of Peterborough is right in the heart of famed Kawarthas cottage country, It’s a regional capital and university town with museums, night clubs, parks, restaurants, boutiques, book stores, a symphony, theatre and…. And it’s only a few minutes away from amazing lakes and charming towns like Lakefield, Buckhorn and Keene.
It’s In Your Nature
Where’s the largest wilderness preserve south of Algonquin? Where’s the heart of the world famous Trent-Severn Waterway? Some of the best fishing anywhere? Easily accessible clear water lakes? Miles of hiking and biking trails? Cool caves? Spectacular snowmobiling and skiing? Sightseeing flights over breathtaking landscapes? In Peterborough & the Kawarthas, of course.
Grounded in Goodness
Even if you never visit a farm in Peterborough & the Kawarthas, one will visit you. At your table. At a farmers market. Or in specialty shops and supermarkets.
The land abounds with fresh tastes: berries in the north. Beef and bison in the south. Peterborough & the Kawarthas, is the North American origin of the famed Red Fife Wheat and home of inventive chefs with a flair for fresh ingredients.
Have the Best of Both Worlds.
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Beachwood Resort
A Hidden Gem!
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Holiday Inn Peterborough Waterfront - Riverside Grill & Gazebo/ Bernie's Tap & Grill
Peterborough's only waterfront restaurant!
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Warsaw Caves Conservation Area and Campground
Family camping in forested setting, with comfort station offering showers, laundry and dish washing. Enjoy hiking, canoeing and spelunking.
