Leeds & Grenville United Counties Nature Trails
Welcome to the United Counties of Lees & Grenville!
Leeds & Grenville United Counties is made up of 10 municipalities and three partner communities covering a large geographical area. Proudly surrounded by the shores of the St. Lawrence River and the 1000 Islands to the south, the banks of the Rideau Canal to the north, Leeds Grenville has four seasons of activity.
Found within a few hours drive of many larger Canadian centres, including Ottawa, our Nation's Capital to the North; Kingston, Quinte Region and Toronto to the west, and Montreal to the east, highways 15, 401 and 416 make it easy to come for a visit. Two international bridges on our southern shores allow easy access to and from the United States - so close in some spots, many visitors think it's an island.
Our 24 inland lakes and streams attract campers, anglers, hikers, cyclists, road tour enthusiasts and nature lovers. Our cottage country is known far and wide.
You've heard of the creamy salad dressing named for the 1000 Islands, but we are also known for our Mrs. McGarrigle's mustards, our river cruises, extensive hiking and cycling trails, worlds' best fresh water scuba diving and our shipwrecks.
Leeds Grenville is home to world-renowned UNESCO (United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization) sites of significance: the Rideau Canal and Heritage Route and the Frontenac Arch Biosphere Reserve.
There is something for everyone here. Visitors to our region in Eastern Ontario are famous for return visits. Once you experience Leeds Grenville you will see why people who live here feel this is a place where they can both work and vacation.
Plan your trip, and we'll see you soon.
You will find some of the best hiking and nature trails in Ontario right here in the United Counties of Leeds & Grenville.
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CHARLESTON LAKE PROVINCIAL PARK TRAILS
CHARLESTON LAKE PROVINCIAL PARK TRAILS Sandstone Island Trail: Interpretive trail, 2.6 km loop, moderate difficulty This trail features the geological and human history of the park. The highlight of the trail is a rock shelter that was used some 1,200 years ago by...Depot to Dam Trail
Depot to Dam Trail. Start at the depot, cross over the lock gates and walk along the north side of the canal to the tip of the old dam. Smooth natural path. Brochure available from Friends of the Rideau at the Depot. Link to trails map & brochure: Click to access...Ferguson Forest Trails
Ferguson Forest Trails Alf Campbell Trail is a 3.9 kilometre loop trail located within the Ferguson Forest Centre. This recreational trail has incline throughout the trail, but is flat in most areas. Alf Campbell Loop passes over some forest roadways, so be cautious...Foley Mountain Conservation Area
Foley Mountain Conservation Area. High atop a granite ridge overlooking the historic Upper Rideau waterway and Village of Westport is Foley Mountain. Foley is famous for its dynamic, hands-on, education programs for school children and youth groups. Enjoy the scenic...Gananoque Trail System
Gananoque Trail System Lions Loop From the Trailhead at the Umbrella on King St., follow the blue hiker/arrows trail markers north up the old rail line, through the Collins and Aikman property, right to Queen St., to the Alberta St. intersection, turn left on Alberta...
James H. Fullard Nature Reserve
James H. Fullard Nature Reserve This 26 acre island is located near Chaffey’s Locks in Lake Opinicon. Sugarbush Island is an integral part of the 385 acre wetland complex known as the Murphy’s Bay Wetland Complex, a Provincially Significant Wetland (PSW) and Ministry...Kemptville Waterfront Trail
Kemptville Waterfront Trail. Passing through Curry Park, this beautiful pathway along the north shore of the Kemptville Creek connects Old Town Kemptville to Clothier Street East. This recreational trail is relatively flat, with some incline and has a combined gravel...Libby Island Trail
Libby Island Trail has a 0.5 kilometre lightly trafficked loop trail located on the Rideau River. This trail is primarily used for hiking, walking, nature trips, and birding. This recreational trail is mostly flat with minimal incline. Parking is available on the...Limerick Forest – North Tract
Limerick Forest is a 5782-hectare community forest located in eastern Ontario, owned and managed by the United Counties of Leeds and Grenville. Today, the Limerick Forest is a multi-use system of over 180 km of trails. Trail activities may be restricted by location...