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Where nature meets small-town charm

What is a Trent-Severn Trail Town?

A Trail Town is a community a trail passes through, offering services to support trail users and actively promoting the trail to both residents and visitors.

In Kawarthas Northumberland, our “trail” is the historic 386km Trent-Severn Waterway. Ten communities along the Waterway are ready to serve boaters, paddlers, road trippers, cyclists, and any other visitors ready to enjoy the beauty of the Ontario landscape and the hospitality of small town communities.

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Hand holding an ice cream cone with a boat on a lake in the background and foliage — Banana Boat on the Trent-Severn by Kawartha Dairy

Tuna dish arranged on wooden plank — Lock 21 Tuna Tataki by The El [P]

Can of Focal Brewing Co. Riverside Wheat Ale — Riverside Wheat Ale by Focal Brewing Co.

A person in a blue apron and pink t-shirt holds an ice cream sundae — Lock 32 Sweet Sundae by Bigley's Sweet Treats

A smiling woman sits with a plate of butter tarts — Hastings Lock 18 Butter Tarts by Bridgewater Coffee & Pizza

Two jars of Moreroses honey — Blossoms of The Trent by MoreRoses Apiaries and Honey

Selection of sandwiches and snacks for teatime, arranged by the waterside — Traditional British Afternoon Tea by Coboconk Go Karts & Ice Cream

Cook scoops roti into a container — Lock 13 Jerk Chicken Roti by D's Modern Caribbean Cuisine

Burger with bacon in a basket — Lock 27 Homemade Smoked 7oz Burgers by Lock 27 Tap & Grill

Closeup of burger, with lettuce and slices of cheese — Angry Bird by The El Cobourg

An open pizza box with large pizza inside — Trail Town Special Pizza by Pizza Alloro

Three cans of Rice Lake hard cider on a dock — Rice Lake hard cider

Ice cream in a canoe-shaped bowl — Algonquin Canoe by Central Smith Creamery

Bag of coffee and cup of espresso sits by the waterside on a bright day — Otonabean Espresso at the Silver Bean Cafe

Taco with salad on black plate — The Burleigh River Raft by Burleigh Falls Inn & Suites

Thick Reuben sandwich topped with a pickle — Swingbridge Reuben Burger by Square Plates

Chocolate canoe in package outside tourist centre — Lock 26 Trail Mix Canoe by The Chocolate Rabbit

Plated chicken souvlaki dinner with pint of beer — Souvlaki on the Severn by The Dockside Bistro

Closeup of a lemon meringue pie — Lock 34 Lemon Meringue Pie by The Little Pie Shack

FIsh tacos with bottle of hot sauce — “Some Like It Hot” Fish Tacos by Locker at the Falls

Pickerel curry in a square bowl — Goan Down the Trent by Lotus Indian Bistro

Indulge in the Taste of the TSW

Discover delicious new regional favourites with the Taste of the TSW program. Food and beverage providers across Kawarthas Northumberland have shown inspiration and honoured the Trent-severn Waterway by coming up with new dishes, desserts and drinks for you to sample.

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Follow your curiosity with these itineraries

If you’re looking to get to know the Trent-Severn Trail Towns, we can help recommend routes, businesses, and experiences that most appeal to you.

Rent a houseboat and experience the historic Peterborough Lift Lock, cruise from Lakefield to Bobcaygeon, or hop on your bike for a multi-day exploration. No matter which you choose, our itineraries will take you through gorgeous country scenery, with regular rest stops in the Trail Towns to fuel up and experience local culture.

Houseboat the TSW

Bobcaygeon to Lakefield by Boat

Explore the TSW from Peterborough

Bikepack the Trail Towns

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The Trent-Seven Trail Towns are located on the Treaty 20 Michi Saagiig territory and in the traditional territory of the Michi Saagiig and Chippewa Nations, collectively known as the Williams Treaties First Nations. We respectfully acknowledge that the Williams Treaties First Nations are the stewards and caretakers of these lands and waters in perpetuity, and that they continue to maintain this responsibility to ensure their health and integrity for generations to come.

Adventure flows through here.

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