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Brighton

Discover Brighton

Shop Local
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Parks & Trails
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Heritage & History
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Waterfront Activities
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Vacation Toolkit
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Trip Ideas
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Places to Stay

FALL COLOURS

… at a glance

Waterfront charm, outdoor adventure, local flavour and small-town hospitality — here are a few things to know before you go.

BEST TIME TO GO

Late September – October

FALL COLOUR REPORT

Stay up to date with Ontario Parks

WAYS TO EXPLORE

Shops | Cafés | Restaurants | Heritage

WHAT YOU’LL FIND

Orchards | Farm Stands | Country Roads

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Small town. Big outdoor energy.

Brighton, Ontario packs a lot into a small-town setting. There’s a charming downtown to wander, local shops and cafés to discover, orchards and farm stands along the country roads, and Lake Ontario just waiting to be explored. Then there’s Presqu’ile — with sandy beaches, trails, wetlands, birding, boating and one of the region’s most recognizable lighthouses — putting some seriously good outdoor adventure right on Brighton’s doorstep.

It’s the kind of place where a morning can start with coffee on Main Street and end with your feet in the sand. Add festivals, live performances, community events and plenty of reasons to get outside, and Brighton makes an easy getaway for slowing down without sitting still.

Discover Brighton

There are independent shops to browse, trails and beaches to explore, local events to enjoy and plenty of ways to slow down by the water. However you like to spend your time, Brighton makes it easy to settle in and enjoy the day.

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Shop Local

Brighton’s downtown is made for a leisurely wander, with independent shops, local eats, community events and plenty of reasons to stroll the strip. 

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Parks & Trails

Presqu’ile Provincial Park anchors Brighton’s outdoor scene, with local parks, trails and green spaces adding even more ways to get outside and explore.

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Heritage & History

Brighton’s history is woven into its downtown streets, waterfront and surrounding countryside.

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Waterfront Activities

Brighton’s waterfront puts you close to the water, with boat launches, marinas, fishing spots and easy access to the shoreline.

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Your Brighton Vacation Toolkit

Your go-to guide for planning the perfect Brighton getaway—maps, events, local picks and an entire library for discovery!

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Check out Brighton’s
Best of the Bay winners as voted by you!

Best of the Bay
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Create itineraries you can email to yourself and others with the Digital Discovery Map!

Digital Map
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Check out the events happening
in Brighton!

Events Calendar
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Find more great stuff in the Bay of Quinte Discovery Guide Library

Guide Library
THE BoQ SUMMER BUCKET LIST
The Brighton Speedway
Presqu'ile Provincial Park

Places to Stay

A stay in Brighton keeps things simple, with easy options from campgrounds, vacation rentals and mom-and-pop motels to just minutes from the waterfront, trails, shops, restaurants, and the small-town charm that makes the area easy to settle into.

Spinnaker Suites of Brighton
  • Motel
  • Wi-Fi
  • Air Conditioning
  • Free Parking
  • Sauna
  • Full Kitchen
Presqu’ile Provincial Park – Brighton
  • Campground
  • Cabin
  • RV Camping
  • Wi-Fi
  • Pet Friendly
  • Kid Friendly
Brighton KOA – Campground

Comfortable, clean and fun camping just off Highway 401. RV Sites, deluxe cabins, camping cabins and tent sites.

  • Campground
  • Cabin
  • RV Camping
  • Outdoor Pool
  • Pet Friendly
  • Kid Friendly
Airy Guest Suite #2 – Brighton

Stay in a cozy Victorian guest suite in Brighton, close to Presqu’ile Provincial Park, sandy beaches, birdwatching, and Prince Edward County.

  • Vacation Rental
  • Shared Space
  • Wi-Fi
  • Air Conditioning
  • Free Parking
The Yellow House Twin Room – Brighton

A delightful getaway in a restored circa 1840 Georgian home in the heart of historic Brighton, close to all attractions, including Presqu’ile Park and Prince Edward County.

  • Vacation Rental
  • Shared Space
  • Wi-Fi
  • Air Conditioning
  • Free Parking
The Barns of Brighton

Luxury boutique accommodation near Brighton and Prince Edward County, featuring premium amenities, personalized experiences, and countryside charm.

  • Vacation Rental
  • Wi-Fi
  • Air Conditioning
  • Free Parking
  • Kid Friendly
  • Full Kitchen
The Waves Beach House – Brighton

Lakefront retreat near Presqu’ile Provincial Park featuring stunning Lake Ontario views, a full kitchen, spacious decks, and comfortable accommodations.

  • Vacation Rental
  • Wi-Fi
  • Air Conditioning
  • Pet Friendly
  • Smoke Free
  • Full Kitchen
Cottage By Callisto – Brighton

A curated 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom bungalow cottage with water views. Features a king suite and private ensuite, spacious kitchen and living areas, only steps from the water and a short drive to wineries, breweries,

  • Vacation Rental
  • Wi-Fi
  • Air Conditioning
  • Free Parking
  • Pet Friendly
  • Kid Friendly
  • Smoke Free
  • Full Kitchen
Timber House Resort

Unforgettable experiences for couples, families and groups. Events, activities and dining. Unique accommodations in waterfront hotel trailers and our main hotel building. Private beach. 16 acres of picturesque grounds and nearby islands -all teeming with flora

  • 3-star hotel
  • Free Breakfast
  • Wi-Fi
  • Air Conditioning
  • Restaurant
  • Free Parking
  • Outdoor Pool
  • Bar
  • Pet Friendly
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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, 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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