Made famous by The Tragically Hip’s rhyme with “constellations,” Bobcaygeon rests upon three islands right at the meeting point of Sturgeon and Pigeon Lakes. These two waterbodies create the distinctive zig-zag pattern of the Kawartha Lakes section of the Trent-Severn Waterway.
Great paddling routes don’t just “happen.” It takes a network of people interested in developing them. There is an amazing network of cyclists in Kawarthas Northumberland, all of them discovering, developing and planning amazing cycling routes.
Nogies Creek is one of our reflective paddling spots right in our back yard; located near Highway 36 between Buckhorn and Bobcaygeon, it’s less than 45 minutes from downtown Peterborough.
The key to micro-adventuring with kids is to set yourselves up so you can surf the chaos when it happens. And sometimes, picking the right place is all the help you need to enjoy both the plan and the un-planned parts of your trip.
The Kawarthas Northumberland region is an ice angler’s paradise! So many species! So little time it seems. The frozen lakes provide an exciting and affordable way to get into the sport of ice fishing.
We know how to enjoy all that winter has to offer! There are plenty of festivals, events, and live performances. There are also lots of great trails, adventures, and winter-time outdoor activities to enjoy. Here are some ideas to get you started!
Winter is the perfect time of year to tour local bakeries for sweet treats! With over 50 stops, the Kawarthas Northumberland Butter Tart Tour offers some of the best butter tarts in Ontario.
The angling opportunities available year round are simply astounding. The fall is a special time of year, however, and the scenery is simply breathtaking.
Did you know Kawarthas Northumberland is home to Ontario’s biggest Butter Tart Tour? This is where you can find some of Ontario’s best butter tarts and also enjoy some of Ontario’s most stunning fall foliage.
August and September can be one of the best times of the year to catch big fish in the Kawarthas Northumberland region. As we reach the end of August and the days start to shorten, the nights a little cooler and the leaves begin to change so does the trigger for our native fish species to feed!