Sightseeing
A 3 minute drive will take you to Carnarvon Family Golf which offers a wide variety of recreational activities and amenities for the whole family to enjoy, including: Driving Range (Grass & Mat Hitting areas), 18-Hole Mike's Mini Putt, Par 3 Golf Course, Private & Semi-Private Golf Lessons, Instructional Clinics, 1/2 Day Junior Golf Camps Short Game Practice Green, Bunker Practice Area, Retail Golf Shop & Special Orders, Free Jumping Castle (July & August), Fitting Days (TaylorMade, Callaway, Titleist).
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Carnarvon Family Golf & the Gary Kent Golf School
9145 ON-118A 3 minute drive will take you to Carnarvon Family Golf which offers a wide variety of recreational activities and amenities for the whole family to enjoy, including: Driving Range (Grass & Mat Hitting areas), 18-Hole Mike's Mini Putt, Par 3 Golf Course, Private & Semi-Private Golf Lessons, Instructional Clinics, 1/2 Day Junior Golf Camps Short Game Practice Green, Bunker Practice Area, Retail Golf Shop & Special Orders, Free Jumping Castle (July & August), Fitting Days (TaylorMade, Callaway, Titleist).
A 7 minute drive will take you to Lakeside Golf Club. This mature course is designed to provide challenge and enjoyment to golfers of all skill levels. With a series of three sets of tee blocks measuring 3235 yards from the blue tees, this nine hole par 36 golf course is surrounded by evergreens, rolling hills and breathtaking views of Green Lake. The signature hole features a 589 yard par 5, with a sizable pond in front of the green. Golfers are fully challenged regarding club selection and strategy on this hole. Golfers can play 9 or 18 holes with reserved tee times as well as pay as you play.
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Lakeside Golf Club Inc
11524 ON-118A 7 minute drive will take you to Lakeside Golf Club. This mature course is designed to provide challenge and enjoyment to golfers of all skill levels. With a series of three sets of tee blocks measuring 3235 yards from the blue tees, this nine hole par 36 golf course is surrounded by evergreens, rolling hills and breathtaking views of Green Lake. The signature hole features a 589 yard par 5, with a sizable pond in front of the green. Golfers are fully challenged regarding club selection and strategy on this hole. Golfers can play 9 or 18 holes with reserved tee times as well as pay as you play.
A 12 minute drive will take you to Blairhampton Golf Club. Blairhampton is a premier 18 hole golf course. Golf amid the natural beauty of the Highlands. Blairhampton offers varied terrain, lush fairways and excellent greens-keeping, as well as a fully equipped pro shop, cart rental, rental clubs, and driving range.
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Blairhampton Golf Club
1557 Duck Lake RdA 12 minute drive will take you to Blairhampton Golf Club. Blairhampton is a premier 18 hole golf course. Golf amid the natural beauty of the Highlands. Blairhampton offers varied terrain, lush fairways and excellent greens-keeping, as well as a fully equipped pro shop, cart rental, rental clubs, and driving range.
a 21 minute drive will take you to Haliburton Highlands Golf Club - this 9 hole golf course is one of the area's oldest golf courses (dates back to 1932). The short yardage (2,425) causes golfers to make the mistaken assumption that this is an easy track.
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Haliburton Highlands Golf Club
3180 Kashagawigamog Lake Rda 21 minute drive will take you to Haliburton Highlands Golf Club - this 9 hole golf course is one of the area's oldest golf courses (dates back to 1932). The short yardage (2,425) causes golfers to make the mistaken assumption that this is an easy track.
A 15 minute drive will take you to Gull River Golf Club - This beautiful layout is suited for all skill levels with meticulously groomed greens, chipping area, new driving range, natural hazards and friendly hospitality.
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Gull River Golf Club
Golf Course RoadA 15 minute drive will take you to Gull River Golf Club - This beautiful layout is suited for all skill levels with meticulously groomed greens, chipping area, new driving range, natural hazards and friendly hospitality.
Terrific free demonstrations and displays of heritage crafts, trades, and local knowledge
Haliburton Highlands Museum - The Haliburton Highlands Museum was created for the purpose of providing education, inspiration, and aesthetic enrichment for all people.
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Stanhope Museum
1123 North Shore RdTerrific free demonstrations and displays of heritage crafts, trades, and local knowledge
Haliburton Highlands Museum - The Haliburton Highlands Museum was created for the purpose of providing education, inspiration, and aesthetic enrichment for all people.
The Haliburton Highlands Museum was created for the purpose of providing education, inspiration, and aesthetic enrichment for all people.
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Haliburton Highlands Museum
66 Museum RdThe Haliburton Highlands Museum was created for the purpose of providing education, inspiration, and aesthetic enrichment for all people.
is a unique outdoor collection of sculptures by Canadian and international artists. The trails in the Sculpture Forest are for walking and bike riding in spring, summer and fall and walking, snowshoeing and skiing in the winter. Provide changing perspectives of the forest and the sculptures in each of the seasons.
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Haliburton Sculpture Forest
297 College Dr is a unique outdoor collection of sculptures by Canadian and international artists. The trails in the Sculpture Forest are for walking and bike riding in spring, summer and fall and walking, snowshoeing and skiing in the winter. Provide changing perspectives of the forest and the sculptures in each of the seasons.
Woodlands Wildlife Sanctuary
2146 Duck Lake RdWWS is a year-round wildlife rehabilitation centre located on 45 acres
600 acres - The property is a spectacular example of the diversity of ecosystems in the Haliburton Highlands. The Reserve includes habitats ranging from Tolerant Hardwood Forest, Mixed Wood Forest, Marsh and Swamp to Open Upland Successional Forest habitat which is reclaiming former agricultural land. Similar habitats are found immediately south of the property and onto a large tract of Crown Land that is known to provide habitat for Species at Risk (SAR) such as Blanding's Turtle, Whip-Poor-Will and Five-Lined Skink. The Open Upland Successional Forest habitat is known to provide suitable habitat for numerous Species at Risk known to occur in Haliburton County.
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Barnum Creek Nature Reserve
1118 Gould Crossing Road600 acres - The property is a spectacular example of the diversity of ecosystems in the Haliburton Highlands. The Reserve includes habitats ranging from Tolerant Hardwood Forest, Mixed Wood Forest, Marsh and Swamp to Open Upland Successional Forest habitat which is reclaiming former agricultural land. Similar habitats are found immediately south of the property and onto a large tract of Crown Land that is known to provide habitat for Species at Risk (SAR) such as Blanding's Turtle, Whip-Poor-Will and Five-Lined Skink. The Open Upland Successional Forest habitat is known to provide suitable habitat for numerous Species at Risk known to occur in Haliburton County.
Coopers Lookout
Mifflin RoadAmazing view and lookout at the top
This historic site is a testament to the tenacity and perseverance of the tens of thousands of men who made their living in the logging industry, and whose courage helped forged the communities of rural Ontario. This chute is now the only one of its kind in Ontario
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Hawk Lake Log Chute
1584 Big Hawk Lake RdThis historic site is a testament to the tenacity and perseverance of the tens of thousands of men who made their living in the logging industry, and whose courage helped forged the communities of rural Ontario. This chute is now the only one of its kind in Ontario
One of Ontario’s favorite Golf courses designed by prominent golf course architect Jack Davidson. 18 holes, par 71 measures 6,024 yards. 160 acres of possibilities! The course is located at Pinestone Resort which features 102 rooms, chalets and villas; two restaurants; indoor and outdoor pools.
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Pinestone Resort and Conference Centre
4252 Haliburton County Rd 21One of Ontario’s favorite Golf courses designed by prominent golf course architect Jack Davidson. 18 holes, par 71 measures 6,024 yards. 160 acres of possibilities! The course is located at Pinestone Resort which features 102 rooms, chalets and villas; two restaurants; indoor and outdoor pools.
High Falls Trail
Hiking Area
Township Of Algonquin Highlands
1123 North Shore Road2 Tennis courts and a beach volleyball court with lots of parking
Algonquin Provincial Park is in southeastern Ontario, Canada. Its forests, rivers and numerous lakes, including the large Lake of Two Rivers, are home to moose, bears and common loons. The park’s many trails include the Whiskey Rapids Trail, along the Oxtongue River, and the Barron Canyon Trail, with views from the north rim. The Algonquin Logging Museum features a re-created camp and a steam-powered amphibious tug
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Algonquin Park
Algonquin Provincial Park is in southeastern Ontario, Canada. Its forests, rivers and numerous lakes, including the large Lake of Two Rivers, are home to moose, bears and common loons. The park’s many trails include the Whiskey Rapids Trail, along the Oxtongue River, and the Barron Canyon Trail, with views from the north rim. The Algonquin Logging Museum features a re-created camp and a steam-powered amphibious tug
22 km of classic cross-country ski trails offer eight stacked loops ranging in length from 1.2 km to 6.5 km. Beginner to expert level trails, we have it all. Families can explore the Fox, Bunny, Bear, Beaver and Otterslide trails. If you are looking for a longer, more remote backcountry experience try the Deer trail! Several trails offer technical downhill sections for advanced skiers
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Algonquin Highlands Trails
1123 North Shore Road22 km of classic cross-country ski trails offer eight stacked loops ranging in length from 1.2 km to 6.5 km. Beginner to expert level trails, we have it all. Families can explore the Fox, Bunny, Bear, Beaver and Otterslide trails. If you are looking for a longer, more remote backcountry experience try the Deer trail! Several trails offer technical downhill sections for advanced skiers
The Wild Life has something for everyone! Offers include, but are not limited to, equine trail rides, lessons, and equine assisted therapy. Specialized programs are also available as The Wild Life has indoor and outdoor riding arenas, as well as trails crossing grasslands and rolling forest paths. Situated on a large riverfront property overnight and weekly accommodation is available for small groups and families.
The Wild Life
2311 Eagle Lake RdThe Wild Life has something for everyone! Offers include, but are not limited to, equine trail rides, lessons, and equine assisted therapy. Specialized programs are also available as The Wild Life has indoor and outdoor riding arenas, as well as trails crossing grasslands and rolling forest paths. Situated on a large riverfront property overnight and weekly accommodation is available for small groups and families.
I've been going to Skyline Park every year since I was a baby. I make at least two trips per year: summer and, of course, Fall. It's a spectacular view of a huge area. It's especially breathtaking when the leaves are changing colour.
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Skyline Park
Skyline Park RoadI've been going to Skyline Park every year since I was a baby. I make at least two trips per year: summer and, of course, Fall. It's a spectacular view of a huge area. It's especially breathtaking when the leaves are changing colour.
Try this 33.6-km point-to-point trail near Kawartha Lakes, Ontario. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 9 h 32 min to complete. This is a popular trail for backpacking, cross-country skiing, and hiking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.
Grass Lake Hiking Trail Peak
Try this 33.6-km point-to-point trail near Kawartha Lakes, Ontario. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 9 h 32 min to complete. This is a popular trail for backpacking, cross-country skiing, and hiking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.
Queen Elizabeth II Wildlands Provincial Park is a 33,505 hectare park that contains more than 100 habitat types and is a vast biological engine renowned for its rock barrens, and beaver fens. Although extensive, this habitat is fragile please follow the principles of leave no trace.
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Queen Elizabeth II Provincial Park (Main entree)
1115 Devils Lake RdQueen Elizabeth II Wildlands Provincial Park is a 33,505 hectare park that contains more than 100 habitat types and is a vast biological engine renowned for its rock barrens, and beaver fens. Although extensive, this habitat is fragile please follow the principles of leave no trace.
On the north shore of Head Lake in the village of Haliburton, Glebe Park is 175 acres of woodlands and rolling hills with networks of trails for walking, mountain-biking, cross county skiing and snowshoeing
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Glebe Park
289 College DrOn the north shore of Head Lake in the village of Haliburton, Glebe Park is 175 acres of woodlands and rolling hills with networks of trails for walking, mountain-biking, cross county skiing and snowshoeing
The Minden Experience
1063 Ravine RdGo karts, batting cages, mini putt, and driving range
One of the best hiking trails in Haliburton is Circuit of 5 Viewpoints. This roughly 5 km loop trail is close to other Haliburton Highlands attractions like Hawk Lake Log Chute and Buttermilk Falls.
Circuit of 5 Viewpoints is one of the best Ontario fall hikes! Because, as you guessed, it offers multiple lookouts over expanses of forests. Plus, you can even see lakes and rivers in the distance!
The trail quickly ascends to take you up along one of the many ridges in the Highlands. You’re essentially hiking along the spine of the Canadian Shield. Along the trail you’ll hike under a canopy of various trees that include maple, cherry, and white pine. Be sure to mind your footing as you traverse rock and roots.
At each of the five unique viewpoints you’ll get a new glimpse of the area. One thing to note is that the first one is nearly hidden. It’s shortly after the trail evens out and offers a bench to take in the scenic view. But of all the views, I like the fourth one the best!
There’s a large parking lot at the trailhead, where you’ll also find a portable washroom.
Travel Tip: If you want to make a day of hiking, the trail also connects to Crests of Kennisis Trail that leads to the Historic Log Chute.
Address: 2029 Little Hawk Lake Rd, Algonquin Highlands, ON K0M 1J2
Price: Free
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Circuit of Five Viewpoints Trailhead
1981 Little Hawk Lake RdOne of the best hiking trails in Haliburton is Circuit of 5 Viewpoints. This roughly 5 km loop trail is close to other Haliburton Highlands attractions like Hawk Lake Log Chute and Buttermilk Falls.
Circuit of 5 Viewpoints is one of the best Ontario fall hikes! Because, as you guessed, it offers multiple lookouts over expanses of forests. Plus, you can even see lakes and rivers in the distance!
The trail quickly ascends to take you up along one of the many ridges in the Highlands. You’re essentially hiking along the spine of the Canadian Shield. Along the trail you’ll hike under a canopy of various trees that include maple, cherry, and white pine. Be sure to mind your footing as you traverse rock and roots.
At each of the five unique viewpoints you’ll get a new glimpse of the area. One thing to note is that the first one is nearly hidden. It’s shortly after the trail evens out and offers a bench to take in the scenic view. But of all the views, I like the fourth one the best!
There’s a large parking lot at the trailhead, where you’ll also find a portable washroom.
Travel Tip: If you want to make a day of hiking, the trail also connects to Crests of Kennisis Trail that leads to the Historic Log Chute.
Address: 2029 Little Hawk Lake Rd, Algonquin Highlands, ON K0M 1J2
Price: Free
Minden Wild Water Preserve Harrington Park
1870 Horseshoe Lake RdMinden River Walk
This is the largest park within Minden township, consisting of 460 acres of beautiful mixed woodland. This park is a must see destination point for outdoor enthusiasts for hiking, snowshoeing, cross country skiing, bird watching and many other outdoor activities.
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Snowdon Park
Gelert RoadThis is the largest park within Minden township, consisting of 460 acres of beautiful mixed woodland. This park is a must see destination point for outdoor enthusiasts for hiking, snowshoeing, cross country skiing, bird watching and many other outdoor activities.
Food scene
A 3 minute drive will take you to Boshkung Brewing Co. which is a small batch brewery focused on cottage living and great tasting beer, they offer a selection of brews hand crafted and sure to please.
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Boshkung Brewing Co.
9201 ON-118A 3 minute drive will take you to Boshkung Brewing Co. which is a small batch brewery focused on cottage living and great tasting beer, they offer a selection of brews hand crafted and sure to please.
A 6 minute drive will take you to Haliburton Highlands Brewing which is an award winning micro-brewery producing handcrafted, premium ales as fresh and natural as the Highlands that inspire them! Incorporating local ingredients and operating with sustainable practices.
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Haliburton Highlands Brewing
15543 ON-118A 6 minute drive will take you to Haliburton Highlands Brewing which is an award winning micro-brewery producing handcrafted, premium ales as fresh and natural as the Highlands that inspire them! Incorporating local ingredients and operating with sustainable practices.
a 16 minute drive will take you to Boshkung Social which also provides a wide assortment of beers to go or stay!
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Boshkung Social
20 Water Sta 16 minute drive will take you to Boshkung Social which also provides a wide assortment of beers to go or stay!
Pepper Mill Steak & Pasta House
15141 ON-35 A family restaurant with upscale flair.
It is one of the most well known family restaurants in the county.
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The Mill Pond
15526 ON-35 It is one of the most well known family restaurants in the county.
Rhubarb
9201 ON-118Wonderful atmosphere, great service and excellent food
Best place around for some fish and chips & they serve Kawartha Dairy ice cream
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The Chip Shop
Ontario 35Best place around for some fish and chips & they serve Kawartha Dairy ice cream
Wedgewood BBQ Bar
14445 Ontario 35Canadian-American BBQ smokehouse
A nice little spot located just across a small bridge, crossing over the Gull River, right next to the Gull River Golf Club. Good eats with a freshly renovated dining room, and a toasty wood stove right in the middle. Everything made in house, you can really taste the freshness of the burger beef and pulled pork.
Mulligans Pub and Patio
111 Golf Course RoadA nice little spot located just across a small bridge, crossing over the Gull River, right next to the Gull River Golf Club. Good eats with a freshly renovated dining room, and a toasty wood stove right in the middle. Everything made in house, you can really taste the freshness of the burger beef and pulled pork.
If you are in need of some vegan, gluten-free, nutrient-dense baked goods, frozen meals, soups, stews, curries you will need to check them out.
Nourished by Raisin the Root
27 Bobcaygeon Road If you are in need of some vegan, gluten-free, nutrient-dense baked goods, frozen meals, soups, stews, curries you will need to check them out.
Poquito Loco
223 Highland StreetEmbrace the flavours of Mexico!
Pizza On Earth
1009 Clan MacKay Rd It's a family-owned and run wood-fired pizzeria.
This site features local food shopping, interpretive trails, heritage breed displays, programming and event spaces, picnic areas, gardens and more!
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Abbey Gardens
1012 Garden Gate DrThis site features local food shopping, interpretive trails, heritage breed displays, programming and event spaces, picnic areas, gardens and more!
We feature organic, Fair Trade, and Rain Forest Alliance coffees. Our decaffeinated is done without chemicals using the Swiss Water Process. Coffee is a big business and we seek to find the means to bring beans to Ontario at a fair price for producers and consumers without sacrificing the unique quality of the beans we bring in.
Haliburton County Coffee Roasters
1012 Garden Gate DriveWe feature organic, Fair Trade, and Rain Forest Alliance coffees. Our decaffeinated is done without chemicals using the Swiss Water Process. Coffee is a big business and we seek to find the means to bring beans to Ontario at a fair price for producers and consumers without sacrificing the unique quality of the beans we bring in.
Welcome to the new Highlands Market – an artisanal market experience in the heart of cottage country. Walk our open-air market, browse local artisans’ creations and tasty treats. It’s THE place to get a feel for the local culture and creativity of Algonquin Highlands.
Join us every Saturday and Sunday from Victoria Day to Thanksgiving 2022 in Carnarvon, on Hwy 118, rain or shine.
Highlands Market
9996 Ontario 118Welcome to the new Highlands Market – an artisanal market experience in the heart of cottage country. Walk our open-air market, browse local artisans’ creations and tasty treats. It’s THE place to get a feel for the local culture and creativity of Algonquin Highlands.
Join us every Saturday and Sunday from Victoria Day to Thanksgiving 2022 in Carnarvon, on Hwy 118, rain or shine.
They make a fantastic latte and have many delicious Vegetarian, Gluten Free & Vegan food options all made from
whole ingredients and prepared fresh daily.
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Castle Antiques Cafe
223 Highland StThey make a fantastic latte and have many delicious Vegetarian, Gluten Free & Vegan food options all made from
whole ingredients and prepared fresh daily.
Some of the most delicious pastries I’ve ever tasted and they are open very early to accommodate the early risers.
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Country Bakery
1021 ON-118Some of the most delicious pastries I’ve ever tasted and they are open very early to accommodate the early risers.
Delicious coffees/ lattes and bakery options. Available in Minden and Haliburton
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Up River Trading Co
106 Bobcaygeon RdDelicious coffees/ lattes and bakery options. Available in Minden and Haliburton
Into the Blue Bakery
1012 Garden Gate DriveThe best wood fire pizza. Now located at Abbey gardens
Hook Line & Sinker
Beautifully newly renovation restaurant with great patio
Conveniently close! Grab a burger, hot dog, fries, pizza, or my favorite, the chicken sandwich.
Lola’s Meal Stop & Snack Shop
Conveniently close! Grab a burger, hot dog, fries, pizza, or my favorite, the chicken sandwich.
Kosy Korner
166 Highland Stfast food and ice cream as well as a place for kids to play!
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The Minden River Cone
119 Bobcaygeon Rdfast food and ice cream as well as a place for kids to play!
The woman who runs this is wonderful and the chicken, stir fried rice with veggies, and dumplings are all delicious. Definitely best Korean fried chicken I’ve ever had!!
K Pub Chicken
The woman who runs this is wonderful and the chicken, stir fried rice with veggies, and dumplings are all delicious. Definitely best Korean fried chicken I’ve ever had!!
The Moose n' Paddle
Four Bros Fries
awesome smash burgers!
Neighbourhoods
The Village of Haliburton as the downtown is called was founded in 1864. Downtown you’ll find over 100 businesses selling everything from outdoor gear to antiques. There’s also a range of restaurants and cafes. If you’re looking to go shopping in Haliburton a few great shops to check out include Algonquin Outfitters, Up River Trading Company, and Mixtape Vintage. One of my favourites is Castle Antiques! This antique shop meets quirky café is the perfect spot for a coffee and pick up a cool find.
Haliburton is known for its thriving art community! Along with various arts festivals that are held in the park downtown you’ll also find a few great art galleries. One of which, Rails End Gallery, is even located in the old rail station.
Downtown is also where you’ll find a few of Haliburton’s festivals! Like Frost Festival that’s held the Saturday of the Family Day long weekend in February. As well as Colourfest that runs the first Saturday of October.
Haliburton Lake
The Village of Haliburton as the downtown is called was founded in 1864. Downtown you’ll find over 100 businesses selling everything from outdoor gear to antiques. There’s also a range of restaurants and cafes. If you’re looking to go shopping in Haliburton a few great shops to check out include Algonquin Outfitters, Up River Trading Company, and Mixtape Vintage. One of my favourites is Castle Antiques! This antique shop meets quirky café is the perfect spot for a coffee and pick up a cool find.
Haliburton is known for its thriving art community! Along with various arts festivals that are held in the park downtown you’ll also find a few great art galleries. One of which, Rails End Gallery, is even located in the old rail station.
Downtown is also where you’ll find a few of Haliburton’s festivals! Like Frost Festival that’s held the Saturday of the Family Day long weekend in February. As well as Colourfest that runs the first Saturday of October.
Bobcaygeon Road