
Bay of Quinte Spring Bucket List – 18 Things to Do in 2026
Spring has sprung and we’re ready to ditch the winter coats and boots for another year. These 18 bucket list activities are sure to put some spring in your step as we welcome the new season!
So you want to visit the Bay of Quinte… with so many places to stay and things to do, where do you start? We’ve put what we consider to be our most helpful assets in one convenient place to get you started on planning your next trip. Book your accommodation, plan your itinerary and then check out the Discovery Guide library to study up on the region—there might be a pop quiz at some point.
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Spring has sprung and we’re ready to ditch the winter coats and boots for another year. These 18 bucket list activities are sure to put some spring in your step as we welcome the new season!

In the Bay of Quinte, nature is never far. With easy access to trails, beaches, parks, and open water, getting outside is as simple as stepping out the door. Cycle through quiet backroads, paddle along the shoreline, spend the day fishing or geocaching, or post up on a sunny patio.

The Bay of Quinte region has become Ontario’s most sought after golf destination. It’s no wonder, with 12 courses, including Black Bear Ridge, one of Score Golf’s Top 100 Courses in Canada, and Trillium Wood, part of the Golfer’s Choice list of top hidden gems.

12 WAYS TO ENJOY SPRING IN THE BoQ Spring is one of my favourite times of year around here, there are so many exciting ways I like to refresh for the new season. I love

With golf season right around the corner, it’s time to dust off those clubs and head out to a public simulator to get your game tuned up for another stellar season on the links. While we wait for the fairways to clear, these indoor bays are the perfect place to shake off the winter rust and find your tempo before opening day.

Rainy days don’t stand a chance in the Bay of Quinte. Strike up some fun at the bowling alley, crack the code in an escape room, or take aim with axe throwing. For something more low-key, kick back with a spa day, flip through your next favourite read at a bookstore, or hit the mall for some retail therapy.
If you have any questions about a staycation in the Bay of Quinte send us a message on social media or at [email protected]. Ask for Trevor, Jen, Garrett, Dug or Anna – that’s us pictured below left to right.
Let’s see what we got!
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, Mississaugas, 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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