THüRSK Guidebook
Sightseeing
Get your heart pumping and take in the breathtaking views at Palmerston-Canonto Hiking trail. Minutes away from the cottage - includes a family friendly walk to one of lookouts.
Palmerston Canonto Conservation Area
Arcol RoadGet your heart pumping and take in the breathtaking views at Palmerston-Canonto Hiking trail. Minutes away from the cottage - includes a family friendly walk to one of lookouts.
Public sandy beach located minutes from the cottage. Throw the waterproof bag and sand toys in the kayak canoe or paddle board and head westbound on the lake aiming for the two rocks off to your right. Once you pass the bend the quaint little beach opens up on your right.
There are other public beaches for you to discover in North Frontenac;
Long Schooner Lake- End of Schooner Road ** Road Permit Required**
Marble Lake - Right side of Marble Lake Road, North off of Road 506
Palmerston Lake - 1032 Maretelock Road
Shabomeka Lake - 1199 Shawenegog Lake Lane
Sand Lake - 1168 Beach Road
1193 Arcol Rd
1193 Arcol RoadPublic sandy beach located minutes from the cottage. Throw the waterproof bag and sand toys in the kayak canoe or paddle board and head westbound on the lake aiming for the two rocks off to your right. Once you pass the bend the quaint little beach opens up on your right.
There are other public beaches for you to discover in North Frontenac;
Long Schooner Lake- End of Schooner Road ** Road Permit Required**
Marble Lake - Right side of Marble Lake Road, North off of Road 506
Palmerston Lake - 1032 Maretelock Road
Shabomeka Lake - 1199 Shawenegog Lake Lane
Sand Lake - 1168 Beach Road
The observation pad is one of the best places for stargazing in the province. It is a public space with amenities, including parking, accessible washroom and electrical service. Anyone can setup their telescope and enjoy the darkest skies in southern Ontario. At organized events, amateur astronomers are available to provide context.
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North Frontenac Dark Sky Preserve
5816 Road 506The observation pad is one of the best places for stargazing in the province. It is a public space with amenities, including parking, accessible washroom and electrical service. Anyone can setup their telescope and enjoy the darkest skies in southern Ontario. At organized events, amateur astronomers are available to provide context.
The Crotch Lake Trail is a marked walking trail through the natural wetlands and forests between the southwest shore of Crotch Lake and Big Gull Lake. The trail heads west from the south access road to the lake, then swings north past the eastern tip of Big Gull Lake before it loops back west toward Crotch Lake and curves south parallel to the southern portion of the west shore of the lake. The entire loop is approximately 7 miles.
Crotch Lake
The Crotch Lake Trail is a marked walking trail through the natural wetlands and forests between the southwest shore of Crotch Lake and Big Gull Lake. The trail heads west from the south access road to the lake, then swings north past the eastern tip of Big Gull Lake before it loops back west toward Crotch Lake and curves south parallel to the southern portion of the west shore of the lake. The entire loop is approximately 7 miles.
The Schooner Trail features many large boulders, a high elevation scenic jaunt, and a steep limestone hillside, all on the west shore of Long Schooner Lake. The trail heads north from the end of Schooner Road, then zig-zags northwest up the “The Climb”, and swings back east along the “Upper Ridge Walk” toward Long Schooner Lake. The trail finishes with a quick and steep descent to a nice mellow lakeside walk along Long Schooner Lake, and it then meets back to the beginning of the trail.
Schooner Trail - North Frontenac Park Lands
Schooner RoadThe Schooner Trail features many large boulders, a high elevation scenic jaunt, and a steep limestone hillside, all on the west shore of Long Schooner Lake. The trail heads north from the end of Schooner Road, then zig-zags northwest up the “The Climb”, and swings back east along the “Upper Ridge Walk” toward Long Schooner Lake. The trail finishes with a quick and steep descent to a nice mellow lakeside walk along Long Schooner Lake, and it then meets back to the beginning of the trail.
Whether it’s hiking, canoeing, birding or ice fishing - Frontenac Provincial Park has you covered. Frontenac offers over 100 km of hiking and backpacking trails in interconnected loops. Winter is a great time to enjoy Frontenac. There are opportunities for snowshoeing, skiing, hiking, and wildlife viewing. Snowshoe rental are available from the park office.
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Frontenac Provincial Park
6700 Salmon Lake RdWhether it’s hiking, canoeing, birding or ice fishing - Frontenac Provincial Park has you covered. Frontenac offers over 100 km of hiking and backpacking trails in interconnected loops. Winter is a great time to enjoy Frontenac. There are opportunities for snowshoeing, skiing, hiking, and wildlife viewing. Snowshoe rental are available from the park office.
Bon Echo may be smaller than many of our Provincial Parks but it is arguably the most beautiful Provincial Park in Ontario. With several lakes and an abundance of hiking trails this is a wonderful area to explore by foot or by watercraft. Remember to bring your swimsuit, there’s three natural sandy beaches where swimming is encouraged. One of the most noteworthy aspects of Bon Echo Provincial Park is Mazinaw Rock. At an astounding 1.5 km long and 100 m high, ‘the rock’ is a spectacular sight. Add in the 260 Indigenous pictographs dotted on its front and this natural wonder turns into and interactive art gallery for you and your family to decipher.
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ボンエコ州立公園
16151 Highway 41Bon Echo may be smaller than many of our Provincial Parks but it is arguably the most beautiful Provincial Park in Ontario. With several lakes and an abundance of hiking trails this is a wonderful area to explore by foot or by watercraft. Remember to bring your swimsuit, there’s three natural sandy beaches where swimming is encouraged. One of the most noteworthy aspects of Bon Echo Provincial Park is Mazinaw Rock. At an astounding 1.5 km long and 100 m high, ‘the rock’ is a spectacular sight. Add in the 260 Indigenous pictographs dotted on its front and this natural wonder turns into and interactive art gallery for you and your family to decipher.
Find a perfect day trip an hour away from the cottage filled with scenic views, delicious eats, and intriguing shops in Almonte, Ontario. This place, known as “The Friendly Town” encapsulates everything about small-town charm found in Ontario.
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Almonte
Find a perfect day trip an hour away from the cottage filled with scenic views, delicious eats, and intriguing shops in Almonte, Ontario. This place, known as “The Friendly Town” encapsulates everything about small-town charm found in Ontario.
Perth, Ontario is a beautiful town in Lanark County that is considered one of Ontario’s prettiest towns. It is easy to see why – Perth has maintained heritage buildings to perfection and the town is always decked out with flower baskets or seasonal decor. It is a perfect day trip from Ottawa or Kingston. Plan to get lunch and explore the town. There are so many things to in Perth, Ontario, ranging from visiting quirky places, to outdoor adventures, to indulging in locals goods.
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Perth
Perth, Ontario is a beautiful town in Lanark County that is considered one of Ontario’s prettiest towns. It is easy to see why – Perth has maintained heritage buildings to perfection and the town is always decked out with flower baskets or seasonal decor. It is a perfect day trip from Ottawa or Kingston. Plan to get lunch and explore the town. There are so many things to in Perth, Ontario, ranging from visiting quirky places, to outdoor adventures, to indulging in locals goods.
Looking for a winter activity on a Saturday? Back forty cheese now offering an outdoor winter experience with snowshoe trails & rentals, farm hill tobogganing, farm-to-table meals & hot drinks by the bonfire.
Shop & Activities 10am-4pm.
Fireside lunch 11am- 3pm
Trail pass $5 (free for ages 12 and under)
Snowshoe rentals $15/2hrs (trail pass included). Available in small (children’s), medium, and large. Or bring your own.
Toboggan hill use is free for customers. Bring your own toboggan or rent a GT Snow Racer for $10/2hr
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Back Forty Artisan Cheese
1406 Gulley RdLooking for a winter activity on a Saturday? Back forty cheese now offering an outdoor winter experience with snowshoe trails & rentals, farm hill tobogganing, farm-to-table meals & hot drinks by the bonfire.
Shop & Activities 10am-4pm.
Fireside lunch 11am- 3pm
Trail pass $5 (free for ages 12 and under)
Snowshoe rentals $15/2hrs (trail pass included). Available in small (children’s), medium, and large. Or bring your own.
Toboggan hill use is free for customers. Bring your own toboggan or rent a GT Snow Racer for $10/2hr
Visiting the cottage during Christmas? Make sure to visit the Riverhill Farm- a sight of over 100,000 Christmas lights and singing trees. Enjoy a wagon ride and made to order fresh donuts while taking in the Holiday atmosphere.
River Hill Farm
1311 Struthadam RdVisiting the cottage during Christmas? Make sure to visit the Riverhill Farm- a sight of over 100,000 Christmas lights and singing trees. Enjoy a wagon ride and made to order fresh donuts while taking in the Holiday atmosphere.
Calabogie Peaks, the tallest public ski resort in Ontario, is an all seasons resort located on the shores of Calabogie Lake. Their ski slopes boast the best in winter activities including skiing, snowboarding, pond skating, snowshoeing and cross country skiing.
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Calabogie Peaks Resort
30 Barrett Chute RdCalabogie Peaks, the tallest public ski resort in Ontario, is an all seasons resort located on the shores of Calabogie Lake. Their ski slopes boast the best in winter activities including skiing, snowboarding, pond skating, snowshoeing and cross country skiing.
Food scene
Founded in 2000, Back Forty is a small creamery and cheese shop located on a farm in the hamlet of Mississippi Station Ontario where cheesemaker Jeff Fenwick hand crafts artisanal cheeses of the highest quality. Back Forty’s original raw ewe milk cheeses have grown into a local favorite and have become loved and trusted by many of the provinces top chefs and cheese lovers alike.
The new outdoor kitchen and tasting bar serves a seasonal farm-to-table menu, including wood-oven pizzas, and the newly licensed riverside patio features Ontario craft beer, cider, and wine.
The Cheese Shop and Tasting Bar is open for the summer season on Fridays from 3pm-7pm and Saturdays from 11am-6pm.
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Back Forty Artisan Cheese
1406 Gulley Rd Founded in 2000, Back Forty is a small creamery and cheese shop located on a farm in the hamlet of Mississippi Station Ontario where cheesemaker Jeff Fenwick hand crafts artisanal cheeses of the highest quality. Back Forty’s original raw ewe milk cheeses have grown into a local favorite and have become loved and trusted by many of the provinces top chefs and cheese lovers alike.
The new outdoor kitchen and tasting bar serves a seasonal farm-to-table menu, including wood-oven pizzas, and the newly licensed riverside patio features Ontario craft beer, cider, and wine.
The Cheese Shop and Tasting Bar is open for the summer season on Fridays from 3pm-7pm and Saturdays from 11am-6pm.
Cozy little coffee bake shop with daily soups, sandwiches, ready to go meals, preserves, cakes, scones... ALL scratch made by Nuala. Make sure to check out her seasonal hours prior to visiting.
Shamrock Bakery
7414 Road 506Cozy little coffee bake shop with daily soups, sandwiches, ready to go meals, preserves, cakes, scones... ALL scratch made by Nuala. Make sure to check out her seasonal hours prior to visiting.
Driving in from Toronto/GTA? Belleville? Napanee? Check out the Country Butcher Shop to stock up on delicious meat, side dishes, sauces and farm fresh veggies.
Country Butcher Shop
21 Ashley StDriving in from Toronto/GTA? Belleville? Napanee? Check out the Country Butcher Shop to stock up on delicious meat, side dishes, sauces and farm fresh veggies.
Driving through Peterborough on your way to the cottage? Make sure to stop by Franzs Butchershop - they serve only the highest quality Prime cuts of Beef aged at least 28 days, Pork, Chicken, Veal, Prepared-foods, Award-Winning Sausages, Bacon, Hams and much more.
Franzs Butchershop & Catering
172 Lansdowne St EDriving through Peterborough on your way to the cottage? Make sure to stop by Franzs Butchershop - they serve only the highest quality Prime cuts of Beef aged at least 28 days, Pork, Chicken, Veal, Prepared-foods, Award-Winning Sausages, Bacon, Hams and much more.
This butcher shop, only minutes from Bon Echo Provincial Park in Cloyne. They offer various meat & deli items including juicy steaks, kabobs, stuffed pork chops, chicken Cordon Bleu and Chicken Kiev. They also carry maple syrup, cheese, fudge, grocery items, produce, and Milligan’s Original Barbecue Sauce.
Milligan Meats Inc.- Your North Country Butcher Shop!
14312 Hwy 41This butcher shop, only minutes from Bon Echo Provincial Park in Cloyne. They offer various meat & deli items including juicy steaks, kabobs, stuffed pork chops, chicken Cordon Bleu and Chicken Kiev. They also carry maple syrup, cheese, fudge, grocery items, produce, and Milligan’s Original Barbecue Sauce.
Driving in from Ottawa? Montreal? Make a detour at Foodsmiths. This is one of the largest Natural Food Stores in Eastern Ontario. Walk in our doors, and find everything you need to live a healthy lifestyle. We are also your source for locally grown foods, including fresh produce from area farms, honey, meats, cheeses, and a wide assortment of locally crafted products.
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Foodsmiths
106 Wilson St WDriving in from Ottawa? Montreal? Make a detour at Foodsmiths. This is one of the largest Natural Food Stores in Eastern Ontario. Walk in our doors, and find everything you need to live a healthy lifestyle. We are also your source for locally grown foods, including fresh produce from area farms, honey, meats, cheeses, and a wide assortment of locally crafted products.
Over the years, Cardinal Café’s menu has grown, but remains centered in an array of sandwiches, salads, and wraps, featuring gluten-free and vegan options. Sweeter items have become a recent focus, such as Cardinal’s array of unique donuts – campfire s’mores, anyone? The most recent addition to the Café is the arrival of Golly Gosh ice cream, making Cardinal the only spot in Canada offering an ice cream filled donut!
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Cardinal Cafe & Shop Inc.
14153 Road 38Over the years, Cardinal Café’s menu has grown, but remains centered in an array of sandwiches, salads, and wraps, featuring gluten-free and vegan options. Sweeter items have become a recent focus, such as Cardinal’s array of unique donuts – campfire s’mores, anyone? The most recent addition to the Café is the arrival of Golly Gosh ice cream, making Cardinal the only spot in Canada offering an ice cream filled donut!