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Camping in Peterborough & the Kawarthas

The S’more the Merrier

Campers of all kinds are enjoying immersing themselves in the natural beauty of Peterborough & the Kawarthas. There’s something about camping that harkens back to simpler times. Camping in Peterborough & the Kawarthas allows you to immerse yourself in the great outdoors – whether you’re into creature comforts or roughing it in the wilderness.

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Ashburnham Afoot
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Ashburnham Afoot

Peterborough is home to a number of interesting neighbourhoods and Ashburnham is certainly one of them! While many tend to stick to the downtown core during their visit, this walking tour is fantastic for those looking to see another side of the city – literally.

Best Winter Ever
a frozen lake at sunset during winter in Peterborough & the Kawarthas

Best Winter Ever

This winter stay close to home while still getting outside of your comfort zone. Whether your looking for outdoor adventure in a winter wonderland or to chill fire side, there’s…

Kawartha Cycling (Two) Daycation
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Kawartha Cycling (Two) Daycation

A Kawartha Cycling “daycation” is something special that riders can fit into one day… or two.

Kieran Andrews By Insider Kieran Andrews
Peterborough & the Kawarthas: Air Time
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Peterborough & the Kawarthas: Air Time

With more than 134 lakes – water sports like wake boarding are part of what makes this place so vibrant.

Peterborough & the Kawarthas: Have some City with your Country
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Peterborough & the Kawarthas: Have some City with your Country

Spend your day on the water, at the beach or on the dock and spend your evening dancing the night away at a street festival, live music venue or night club.

Peterborough & the Kawarthas: Have some Country with your City
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Peterborough & the Kawarthas: Have some Country with your City

The City of Peterborough is right in the heart of famed Kawarthas cottage country. It’s a vibrant city with a unique mix of urban-rural amenities…It’s only minutes away from amazing lakes and charming towns like Lakefield, Buckhorn and Keene. Experience the best of both worlds!

Preamble Peterborough: Downtown Walking Tour
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Preamble Peterborough: Downtown Walking Tour

Are you new to Peterborough and looking to get acquainted with the city? Follow this route as you meander throughout the heart of “Nogojiwanong”. Meaning “the end of the rapids” in Ojibway

Winter Camping in the Kawarthas
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Winter Camping in the Kawarthas

In ice we trust, in snow we must, go camp in frozen country. With axe and saw for timber is law, to make our homes more comfy. -Traditional It’s still early…

Briagh Bretton By Insider Briagh Bretton
  • Winter Camping in the Kawarthas
    chid looking through round hole of a camping tent

    Winter Camping in the Kawarthas

    In ice we trust, in snow we must, go camp in frozen country. With axe and saw for timber is law, to make our homes more comfy. -Traditional It’s still early…

    Briagh Bretton By Insider Briagh Bretton

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