Trails

There are now two trails complete. The yellow trail is 0.7 kms and the blue trail is 2.7 kms. The trails wind through a mainly pine woodlot that was planted by our local Scout groups many years ago. Access to the trail is off the Code Road across from the Township’s Waste Disposal site. There is a small parking lot so vehicles can park on site and the two trails are clearly marked.

Expansion of the trail network will be proceeding in 2024 with a goal of establishing 8+ kilometers of trail that will pass through a variety of wooded and open areas for hiking, skiing, bird watching and educational activities.

Avid hikers have no shortage of natural and cultural features to explore on this remarkable all-season, 387-km trail between Ottawa and Kingston. With a range of rugged Canadian Shield lands contrasted with quiet meadows and farmers’ fields along stretches of roadway, this trail offers something for everyone. There are multiple access points. Parking at Conlon Farm or at the Crystal Palace in Perth, Lower Reach Park in Smiths Falls (and Rosedale Hall in Montague, 657 Rosedale Road South, Smiths Falls?). 613-545-0823 (Rideau Trail Association)

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This 105.7-km route on Lanark County roads connect the Cataraqui Trail, the Tay Havelock Trail and the new Ottawa Valley Recreational Trail (OVRT) to extend your scenic journey through the historic communities of Carleton Place, Almonte, Lanark, Perth and Smiths Falls. Multiple access points.

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Mississippi Lake National Wildlife Area and the Migratory Bird Sanctuary and its 3km hiking trail through forest overlap on Mississippi Lake near Innisville and are beautiful spots to connect with nature. Onsite facilities include a picnic area, boat launch, trail and washroom. Portions of the bird sanctuary are seasonally restricted from September 15 to December 15, except for direct access to Mississippi Lake via the McIntyre Creek boat launch. Access by water or Drummond Concession 9A or by land from Drummond Concession 9A southwest of the parking lot and across from the laneway access to a private residence at 1091 Drummond Concession 9 A. The entrance is a little overgrown.

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The 296km Ottawa Valley Recreational Trail is a multi-use corridor that stretches from Smiths Falls to just shy of Mattawa, passing through Lanark County, Renfrew County (where it is also known as the Algonquin Trail) and Papineau-Cameron Township.

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Located on the Tay Marsh, this watery environment nurtures a variety of diverse plant and wildlife species. Deer, ducks, Canada geese, rabbits, bluebirds and wild turkeys are some of the wildlife that is found in this 257-hectare reserve. This conservation area is specifically geared to wildlife management.

Location:
100 Wild Life Rd
Perth ON K7H 3C7

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The Sanctuary provides a high-quality example of rolling forested ecosystems of the Canadian Shield and includes a 2-km interpretative trail. The open wetlands are part of the Scotch Corners Provincially Significant Wetland Complex. Twenty-three plant species rare or sparse in the region and seven Species at Risk have been found.

Location:
318 Drummond Concession 11
Carleton Place ON K7C 0C5

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Located in Temples Sugar Bush, this 15-20 minute trail takes you through a sugar bush forest. Enjoy the many species of insects, birds, trees, and animals.

Location:
1700 Ferguson’s Falls Road
Lanark ON, K0G 1K0

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Location:
Smiths Falls Memorial Community Centre
71 Cornelia St
Smiths Falls ON K7A 1T7

Phone:
613-283-1265

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