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Trent-Severn Trail Towns
Happy trails for you
Campbellford and Hastings are part of Canada’s first Waterway Trail Town Program, which runs along the TrentSevern Waterway National Historic Site. The program encourages visitors to boat, paddle, cycle, hike or drive along the renowned inland passageway with its historic lock stations. Also, to spend some time along the way at the quaint communities whose character sets them apart.
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Trent-Severn Waterway
The Trent-Severn Waterway, a Canadian National Historic Site, connects Lake Ontario and Lake Huron through a 386-km canal system. The first lock was built in 1833 as a commercial venture to allow for steamship travel. The Peterborough-to-Simcoe section opened in 1904, followed by the link to Trenton in 1918, and then Georgian Bay in 1920. By this time the steamships were too big to travel the canal system, and with the introduction of motorized boats, the waterway became known for pleasure boating. Locks 8 through 18 are located in Trent Hills, offering sightseeing, boating, fishing and landbased activities. Travel the waterway and its system of locks by canoe, kayak or motorized boat. Paddling docks have been installed at Lock 13 (top and bottom), Lock 10 (bottom) and Lock 8 (top). Tent camping is permitted at Locks 8 through 17 in the Trent Hills portion of the waterway.
The Trent Severn Driving Tour is a great way to experience the beauty of the Trent-Severn Waterway by land!
HASTINGS VILLAGE MARINA
A modern marina on the Trent Severn Waterway at Lock 18, the entrance to Rice Lake. Located in the charming Village of Hastings in beautiful Trent Hills. Seasonal & Transient Docking • Clean Washrooms & Showers Up to 50 amp power, pump out and potable water 705.696.3226 | 800.268.4561 hastingsvillage.ca
Experience Old Mill Park Docking Docking & Trent Hills Visitor Centre Managed by the Trent Hills & District Chamber of Commerce Campbellford A Trent-Severn Trail Town 51 Grand Road, Campbellford 705-653-1551 | 1-888-653-1556 www.VisitTrentHills.ca
Here’s the angle: the fishing’s fine
Hastings Village Marina accommodates both seasonal and overnight docking with 64 boat slips available at Lock 18 at the mouth of Rice Lake on the south side. In 2021 new boat docks will be installed on the north side. The marina is just a short walk away from restaurants and shops, a public boat launch, and a small sandy beach. Campbellford Old Mill Park Docking offers overnight stays along both sides of the core wall. There are places to shop or get a bite to eat close at hand. Book the TrentSevern Trail Town special –stay two nights and your third night is free.
Anglers, new and experienced, can fish from land, by water “in the Boom” (Percy Boom Road) or by boat at one of the many local cottage resorts. The Hastings Bridge is a popular fishing spot with all the amenities for your fishing experience conveniently located nearby.
shop ‘til you
drop! Plan your shopping trip with a visit to the business directory: Boutiques and Shops, Antiques and Collectibles
Where your taste buds can make new friends
The Trent Hills Flavour Trail is a self-guided driving tour that will satisfy your taste buds, featuring food and drink that is locally produced, locally grown or uniquely Trent Hills. There are 17 locations on the tour, including several award-winning producers. The flavours run the gamut from savoury to sweet, farm fresh to gourmet. You should make a point of visiting every location, but you won’t be able to do it in one day. Here's a sampling of what to expect.
The finest quality of homemade baked goods – made fresh daily!
VOTED SWEETEST BAKERY IN CANADA 2018 & 2019! 61 Bridge Street E., Downtown Campbellford Open Monday-Saturday: 7 am-5:30 pm. Fridays until 6 pm 705-653-1460 www.doohers.com
Chocolatier Angela Roest’s extraordinary creations at Centre and Main Chocolate Co. have earned her Canadian and international awards. She has a special talent for combining local ingredients with the finest ethically sourced chocolate from around the world — creating unique and unforgettable flavours.
