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Greater Napanee: The Place To Be

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GREATER FOR MANY REASONS

Well-positioned just 2.5 hours east of Toronto, two hours south of Ottawa and 3.5 hours west of Montreal, the Town of Greater Napanee is perfect for a trip from any direction! Natural beauty, a rich history and a vibrant network of local businesses? It checks all the boxes.

MENZEL CENTENNIAL PROVINCIAL NATURE RESERVE

To say that Greater Napanee has more than its fair share of natural beauty is an understatement! The entire Salmon River Watershed to the north has a unique and well-preserved geography carved by the river and ancient glaciers. Menzel Centennial Provincial Nature Reserve is a great place for a scenic family hike to Mud Lake.

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FULL OF (WATER)FALLS

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On the way to the Nature Reserve be sure to take in Buttermilk Falls in Forest Mills, a peaceful retreat with lots to see and explore. Right in the heart of Napanee you can take in Napanee Falls; this winding cascade that was once used as a mill is at the start of Springside Park. Make sure to visit the top and wind yourself down the beautiful trail around the Napanee River. These are just some of the places of amazing natural beauty that are found in this historic area.

ALLAN MCPHERSON HOUSE

If experiencing early Ontario history is your thing, Greater Napanee is a essential visit. A plethora of museums including the Lennox and Addington County Archives, The Allan McPherson House and the United Empire Loyalist Heritage Centre and Park are all extremely well-maintained and brilliantly showcase the rich local culture and heritage.

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OLD HAY BAY CHURCH

The Old Hay Bay Church in particular is a jewel that should not be missed. Originally built in 1792, it was the first Methodist chapel in Upper Canada. It currently houses a museum, holds regular services and its grounds offer beautiful views of the Bay of Quinte.

YOU’LL DIG DOWNTOWN

While taking in the natural beauty and history of Greater Napanee, you will inevitably be drawn to the historic Central Business District. Greater Napanee has a small town feel with top-notch restaurants, trendy boutiques and shops offering many locally made goods. Listing all of the places that should be experienced here would be impossible!

You should definitely reserve a portion of your trip to explore Dundas Street West. Two businesses that must be highlighted are The Waterfront River Pub and Terrace, serving Canadian pub meals and leading-edge cuisine; and Len’s Bakery, which never fails to provide amazing fresh baked goods.

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READY FOR A ROAD TRIP?

If you have a day, a weekend, or even longer, the Town of Greater Napanee and the surrounding area is an excellent choice for a getaway. The rich heritage of centuries past is a natural draw. You can be lost in the natural beauty of the rivers, rapids and of course the Bay of Quinte, then end your day with dinner and drinks along the waterfront.

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Let’s see what we got!

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The Bay of Quinte RMB Land Acknowledgement

The Bay of Quinte Regional Marketing Board is committed to acknowledging, appreciating and understanding the Indigenous peoples’ historic connection to this land and to raising awareness by building relationships in collaboration with Indigenous partners and communities. 

We recognize and acknowledge that we are living and working on the traditional territory of the Wendat, Mississauga, Anishinaabeg and Haudenosaunee which includes the Kenhtè:ke Kanyen’kehá:ka (Mohawks of the Bay of Quinte) with whom we work in direct partnership with. 

This partnership focuses on the common goal of celebrating the region with the Kenhtè:ke Kanyen’kehá:ka who are equal partners within the organization and at the Board of Directors table contributing to the mandate and operations.

This mandate includes listening to, learning from, and collaborating with the Kenhtè:ke Kanyen’kehá:ka and actively incorporating their culture and heritage into the practice of responsible destination marketing and management of the region.

We understand that this land acknowledgement is only a small step towards the larger process of reparations and reconciliation.

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