Bobcaygeon

A Trail Town Along the Trent-Severn Waterway

Welcome to Bobcaygeon

Your Trail Town adventure begins here.

Bobcaygeon is a town steeped in history—a place where century-old buildings stand side-by-side with modern updates and an eclectic mix of shops and restaurants. Enjoy the largest outdoor and waterside patios in the Kawarthas, weekly concerts and yoga at the locks, two-acre Beach Park, and streets lined with flowers, art and friendly people.

Bobcaygeon is located in a unique ecosystem known for its serenity and beauty, home to many species of wildlife. Surrounded by nature, six lakes, trails, legendary fishing, and sandbars, Bobcaygeon provides a unique blend of nature and culture.

Discover Bobcaygeon

Quality Time on the Water

Explore the TSW in style with a houseboat rental, find the best fishing spots, and take advantage of amenities like free Wi-Fi at Lock 32 in the heart of Bobcaygeon.

Restaurants, Cafés, and More

Indoor and outdoor dining options abound in this bustling small town. See here for a list of recommendations, from high cuisine to classic Canadian comfort food.

Experience Bobcaygeon History

Get a captivating look at the region’s past by exploring the Boyd Museum. Don’t miss Kawartha Settlers’ Village, with its fascinating collection of over twenty historic buildings.

Immerse Yourself in Nature

No boat? No problem. Check out the many rental options or opt for one of the hiking trails in the Bobcaygeon region, like the ones at Wilderness Park or Gamiing Nature Centre.

Visit Big Boyd Island

The largest undeveloped island in the Kawarthas is also an ideal picnic spot, with three new public docks and 8 km of hiking trails. Read more about our recommended canoe routes.

Explore Further

Bobcaygeon’s bike share is a great way to relax and tour the village. Check out VisitBobcaygeon.com for even more events, attractions, and recommendations.

Trail Town Friendly Business Trip Planner

Neon sign reading "It's 5:00 Somewhere," with bar visible to the left — Bobcaygeon Inn Restaurant and Waterfront Patio

Mexican-influenced mural of a wild-haired character surrounded by flowers, with the words "El Patio" beside it and several patio tables with umbrellas in front of it — El Patio

View looking between bar taps at a chalkboard reading "Old Dog Brewing" — Old Dog Brewing

A orange sweatshirt decorated with sunflowers and the words "O'Neill Surf" in the foreground, more racks of apparel in the background — Buckeye Surf

Interior of a clothing store, with a beige long-sleeved women's shirt in the foreground — Bigley's Shoes & Clothing

Three people in the bow of a boat wave to the operator as they navigate the lock in Bobcaygeon — Lock 32

Bobcaygeon Community History

Built on traditional Anishinaabe lands, Bobcaygeon is nestled at the narrows between Sturgeon and Pigeon Lakes. The village boasts the first lock built on the Trent-Severn Waterway in 1833, and has had a working swing bridge since 1921. Experience pioneer life at the Kawartha Settlers’ Village with more than 20 historical buildings to stir your imagination. Uncover the village’s roots as a lumber empire at the Boyd Museum, and explore the village through walking tours and the local bike share. Paddle or boat to the 1,200-acre Big (Boyd/Chiminis) Island Kawartha Land Trust property, visit Wilderness Park at the edge of town, or explore the local Arts and Heritage Trail. Kawartha Dairy and their famous ice cream have called Bobcaygeon home for over 80 years. Come find out for yourself why Bobcaygeon is known as the Hub of the Kawarthas. Memories are made here!