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Pre-Planned Trip curated by Peterborough & the Kawarthas Tourism

Fall Driving Tour: Harvest Season in Harbour Town

Duration:
4-7 hours
Distance:
155 km
Total driving time:
2.5 hours
fall trees

This driving tour is 155km in length and will take approximately 2 hours & 35 minutes to complete. If it’s time to get out of the car and stretch your legs, visit Petroglyphs Provincial Park. Petroglyphs is home to the largest known concentration of Indigenous rock carvings (petroglyphs) in Canada. This sacred site is known as “The Teaching Rocks”.

Take in some fine art at The English Potter. Stop for a bite at Mainstreet Bar & Grill, pick up a bottle of wine from Kawartha Country Wines or check out one of the many options for Food & Drink along the way.

Why not have some great colours to accompany your family fun time or spur of the moment adventures?

Unique Stops Along the Way

Peterborough & the Kawarthas Tourism Visitor Centre

  • Visitor Centre
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    Visitor Centre

    Discover all that Peterborough & the Kawarthas has to offer – from accommodations, to attractions, to food experiences and more.

The Peterborough & the Kawarthas Visitor Centre is centrally located in the heart of the City of Peterborough. Open year-round, we provide a wide selection of free information including travel guides, brochures, postcards, road maps and trail guides. Trained travel counsellors are available to assist in making your visit to Peterborough & the Kawarthas an exceptional experience.

Warsaw Caves

Come join us for a day of outdoor adventure and exploration! We’ve got caves, hiking trails, canoeing, and more – and we’re less than two hours away from the GTA! Spend a few days with us in our campground to thoroughly enjoy everything we have to offer.

Petroglyphs Provincial Park

Largest known concentration of Indigenous rock carvings (petroglyphs) in Canada, depicting turtles, snakes, birds, humans and more; this sacred site is known as “The Teaching Rocks”.

McLean Berry Farm

The McLean’s philosophy is simple: provide healthy, farm-fresh, delicious produce to local communities. With an emphasis on quality, freshness and friendly customer service, we work tirelessly to ensure that the food we grow is the best it can possibly be.

Whetung Ojibwa Centre

Whetung Ojibwa Centre has for generations provided a culturally rich experience. We focus on Native made, Canadian made products.

The English Potter

Hand made pottery in functional and art pieces. Whimsy and organic in design. Nestled just off of main street in Lakefield, Ontario, The English Potter is a great spot to check out while on a stroll through town. Please drop by and check out the gallery.

Unique Stops for a Bite or Brew

Main Street Landing

We’re determined to be the best! At Mainstreet Landing, our guests are the most important people in our day.

Kawartha Country Wines

Offering a truly Canadian experience, their wine making facilities, tasting room and gift shop are housed in a lovingly restored 1866 authentic pioneer log cabin and an 1889 board and batten house, surrounded by 22 scenic acres. Stop in and visit their complimentary sampling bar, where you can try any of their 35+ wines and ciders, available in styles dry to dessert. You can also enjoy delicious handmade pizzas from their new wood-fired oven while sitting outside overlooking their orchard. Nestled in the heart of cottage country it’s the perfect stop for your next day date, girls trip, or family outing!

Find Yourself a Room with a View

Viamede Resort

Viamede Resort is a casual, cottage resort and hotel on the shores of Stoney Lake, in the Kawarthas, Ontario. We focus on incredibly friendly service, farm to table food, and a huge variety of activities.

Pine Vista Resort

Located in the Kawarthas overlooking beautiful Stoney Lake, Pine Vista Resort provides nature lovers of all ages with first-class cottage accommodations and a multitude of activities.

Village Inn

Located in the heart of the Village of Lakefield district, 15 minutes from downtown Peterborough. Restaurant close by, and all other services & shops are just steps from the Inn..