Sarah’s Guidebook
Swimming Spot
Families love Emily Provincial Park for the friendly activities and secure location. During summer, the water is warm at the two sandy beaches (clearly marked with buoys).
Boating and paddling are also popular on the water, with two boat launches on Pigeon River that connect to the Trent Severn Waterway. There are paddle boats and canoes for hire, giving you a peaceful glide across the water and a superb chance for wildlife viewing.
There are also nature walking trials throughout the park, along with a snack shack.
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Emily Provincial Park
797 Emily Park RoadFamilies love Emily Provincial Park for the friendly activities and secure location. During summer, the water is warm at the two sandy beaches (clearly marked with buoys).
Boating and paddling are also popular on the water, with two boat launches on Pigeon River that connect to the Trent Severn Waterway. There are paddle boats and canoes for hire, giving you a peaceful glide across the water and a superb chance for wildlife viewing.
There are also nature walking trials throughout the park, along with a snack shack.
Neighbourhoods
Fenelon Falls is nicknamed the “Jewel of the Kawarthas".
Perhaps because the country roads and fall colors are so beautiful and perfect for a motorcycle or bike rides or perhaps because Fenelon Falls is such a hotspot for sweet, locally-made butter tarts.
It could also be because it is home to Lock 34, which is on the Trent-Severn Waterway between Sturgeon Lake and Cameron Lake, which makes for great all year long fishing. There is Walleye, Perch, Bluegill, Crappie, Muskie and Smallmouth Bass.
The main street of Fenelon Falls is called Colborne Street. There is a unique shop called “Curious?” at 10-B Water Street. Filled with fine art, home décor, body products, jewellery, pottery, toys, bedding, and generally everything wonderful and unique to curb your retail therapy needs!
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Fenelon Falls
Fenelon Falls is nicknamed the “Jewel of the Kawarthas".
Perhaps because the country roads and fall colors are so beautiful and perfect for a motorcycle or bike rides or perhaps because Fenelon Falls is such a hotspot for sweet, locally-made butter tarts.
It could also be because it is home to Lock 34, which is on the Trent-Severn Waterway between Sturgeon Lake and Cameron Lake, which makes for great all year long fishing. There is Walleye, Perch, Bluegill, Crappie, Muskie and Smallmouth Bass.
The main street of Fenelon Falls is called Colborne Street. There is a unique shop called “Curious?” at 10-B Water Street. Filled with fine art, home décor, body products, jewellery, pottery, toys, bedding, and generally everything wonderful and unique to curb your retail therapy needs!
City/town information
Peterborough offers an amazing food scene, incredible parks, fascinating history, and some of the best small museums and zoos in the province.
Peterborough is known as “The Electric City,” for it was the first home of Canadian General Electric back in 1892. It is also were the 1st electric car was produced, in 1899.
Some of that amazing food scene is parried with some of Kawarthas best home browed beers. The Publican House, brewers their own on site and the Ashburnham Ale House carries many local beers, such as Bobcaygeon's Cask Ale.
For a unique twist on food and fun, head downtown to the Boardwalk Lounge. This fun and unique cafe has over 400 board games that can be enjoyed along with some classic comfort food that is sure to delight. Make sure to stick around for some of their signature chocolate chip cookies paired with generous scoops of Kawartha Dairy ice cream.
After all that eating and drinking be sure to take a stroll at the best park in Peterborough, Jackson Park. It is located at the corner of Parkhill Rd. and Monaghan Rd. This long, winding park has a gorgeous pond where you’ll find Peterborough’s famous Japanese pagoda bridge.
And about 20 minutes from downtown is the fabulous Warsaw Caves Conservation Area. This spectacular spot has gorgeous hiking trails and a wild network of underground caves and caverns to explore. Bring a headlamp, and expect to get muddy.
A must is the world famous Canadian Canoe Museum which draws visitors from around the world who want to learn about Canada’s rich outdoor history.
The Art Gallery of Peterborough, which is located in Del Crary Park on the shores of Little Lake is a non-profit art gallery focused on displaying the work of local artists. Just outside of Peterborough in the community of Curve Lake a pleasant drive is The Whetung Ojibwa Centre which has an incredible selection of local Indigenous artwork and even offers classes for those who want to learn.
There are a lot of amazing exhibits and galleries including the Zimart Zimbabwe outdoor art feature on Rice Lake, and the magnificent Gallery on the Lake that houses a gorgeous collection of Canadian artwork in Buckhorn.
An absolute must for both kids and adults is the Peterborough Zoo, along with the Indian River Reptile Zoo and Dinosaur Park. The Reptile zoo and science institute is Canada’s only registered non-profit reptile sanctuary. Many of their animals are rescued from the pet trade while others have been seized by federal wildlife officers. And their anti-venom research has led to life-saving results for people across North America.
The Peterborough Zoo and Riverview Park has long been considered one of the best small zoos in Canada. And as an added bonus, visiting is completely free!
The zoo was opened way back in 1933 before being taken over by the city in 1968. It’s now run by the Peterborough Utilities Commission. In fact, the popular mini train ride at the zoo runs right through one of the hydroelectric generating stations on the canal.
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Peterborough
Peterborough offers an amazing food scene, incredible parks, fascinating history, and some of the best small museums and zoos in the province.
Peterborough is known as “The Electric City,” for it was the first home of Canadian General Electric back in 1892. It is also were the 1st electric car was produced, in 1899.
Some of that amazing food scene is parried with some of Kawarthas best home browed beers. The Publican House, brewers their own on site and the Ashburnham Ale House carries many local beers, such as Bobcaygeon's Cask Ale.
For a unique twist on food and fun, head downtown to the Boardwalk Lounge. This fun and unique cafe has over 400 board games that can be enjoyed along with some classic comfort food that is sure to delight. Make sure to stick around for some of their signature chocolate chip cookies paired with generous scoops of Kawartha Dairy ice cream.
After all that eating and drinking be sure to take a stroll at the best park in Peterborough, Jackson Park. It is located at the corner of Parkhill Rd. and Monaghan Rd. This long, winding park has a gorgeous pond where you’ll find Peterborough’s famous Japanese pagoda bridge.
And about 20 minutes from downtown is the fabulous Warsaw Caves Conservation Area. This spectacular spot has gorgeous hiking trails and a wild network of underground caves and caverns to explore. Bring a headlamp, and expect to get muddy.
A must is the world famous Canadian Canoe Museum which draws visitors from around the world who want to learn about Canada’s rich outdoor history.
The Art Gallery of Peterborough, which is located in Del Crary Park on the shores of Little Lake is a non-profit art gallery focused on displaying the work of local artists. Just outside of Peterborough in the community of Curve Lake a pleasant drive is The Whetung Ojibwa Centre which has an incredible selection of local Indigenous artwork and even offers classes for those who want to learn.
There are a lot of amazing exhibits and galleries including the Zimart Zimbabwe outdoor art feature on Rice Lake, and the magnificent Gallery on the Lake that houses a gorgeous collection of Canadian artwork in Buckhorn.
An absolute must for both kids and adults is the Peterborough Zoo, along with the Indian River Reptile Zoo and Dinosaur Park. The Reptile zoo and science institute is Canada’s only registered non-profit reptile sanctuary. Many of their animals are rescued from the pet trade while others have been seized by federal wildlife officers. And their anti-venom research has led to life-saving results for people across North America.
The Peterborough Zoo and Riverview Park has long been considered one of the best small zoos in Canada. And as an added bonus, visiting is completely free!
The zoo was opened way back in 1933 before being taken over by the city in 1968. It’s now run by the Peterborough Utilities Commission. In fact, the popular mini train ride at the zoo runs right through one of the hydroelectric generating stations on the canal.