Nature Trails near Peterborough, Ontario


Welcome to Peterborough!

The Greater Peterborough Area is a unique community known for its exceptional quality of life and beautiful setting in the Kawarthas tourism region. Peterborough has everything - a multitude of recreational opportunities, a diverse industrial, commercial and agricultural base, quality health care and excellent schools - including two post-secondary institutions. Peterborough is just one hour from the Greater Toronto Area. Real estate is affordable, the air is clean and communities are safe.
With a population of approximately 220,000 (increases substantially in the summer season) the Greater Peterborough Area is the regional centre for East Central Ontario and draws from a market population of 350,000. Peterborough's proximity to major markets in Canada and the northeastern United States, combined with an effective transportation system that includes the largest commercial airport between Toronto and Ottawa, and four-lane access to the Greater Toronto Area, makes Peterborough an unparalleled setting as a business location.

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B. E. L. Rotary Bridgenorth Trail

B. E. L. Rotary Bridgenorth Trail This trail is 2.3 km long, lined with native trees, and boasts a peaceful and tranquil setting amidst the Miller Creek Wetlands. Benches situated along the Trail provide scenic and comfortable resting spots as needed. Trail heads...

CHRISTIE BENTHAM WETLAND TRAILS

The Christie Bentham Wetland Trails consist of four named trails and they range in length from 0.7 kms to 2.0 kms. for a total of 5.2 kms. They’re actually three loops, with connecting trails between them.  Dogs must be leashed. The Juniper Point Trail (from the...
Darling Wildlife Area

Darling Wildlife Area

The Darling Wildlife  Area contains a relatively short, pleasant walk along a trail to a rundown shack. The terrain is quite diverse with everything from open meadows to fake forest (man planted rows of pines) and some naturally mixed forest as you approach the...

Emily Provincial Park

Emily Provincial Park Marsh Boardwalk Trail The Marsh Boardwalk Trail begins on a bark-chipped surface and immediately you enter an area of tall and mature cedar trees creating a dense tree canopy. Soon you arrive at the boardwalk and begin walking through cattails...

Emily Tract

Emily Tract comprises 99.2 hectares (205 acres) of mixed forest property, with two trail loops winding through the property allowing you to explore unique glacial land features including moraines and eskers. Emily Tract contains two trail loops:  Loop 1 is gently...

Ennismore Heritage Trail

Ennismore Heritage Trail Completed as a Millennium Project in 2000, this trail can be found in the beautiful Ennismore Waterfront Park (1053 Ennis Road), covering over 50 acres on the shores of Chemong Lake. Enjoy 3 loops with a total trail distance of approx. 4 km,...

Gannon’s Narrows Conservation Authority

Gannon’s Narrows Conservation Area is located north of the town of Ennismore along the shoreline where Pigeon and Buckhorn Lakes connect. This conservation area offers hiking trails and fishing opportunities. A roadside parking area and trailhead signage can be found...

Harold Town Conservation Area

Harold Town Conservation Area offers a network of trails, available for off-road cyclists and hikers. From beginner and youth to the most advanced technical rider, you will find a trail to excite and challenge you. Parking is available on site and a portable washroom...

Ingleton Wells Trails

Ingleton Wells Trails property which was donated by the Ingleton and Wells families, contains evidence of different eras of settlement. These lands include open fields and an orchard as well as upland forests, swamps and open areas providing diverse habitats for...
Jackson Creek Kiwanis Trail

Jackson Creek Kiwanis Trail

The Jackson Creek Kiwanis Trail is a 4.5 kilometer multi-use recreational trail that extends from Jackson Park in the City of Peterborough to just west of Ackison Road in Selwyn Township. This recreational trail provides opportunities for walking, running, dog walking...