Explore
here are some things you and the family can do around the area
The sightseeing is rich with history. See world class museums in Canada’s Capital city of Ottawa. The Thousand Islands are close by and offer boat tours of the playground of the rich and famous at the turn of the century. Tour Boldt Castle or visit the beautiful cities of Brockville or Kingston – there’s so much to do and shopping galore.
Nearby, visit the historic canal stations and museums of the Rideau. (For more information see www.parkscanada.gc.ca). The waterway is a unique visit to the past which is now frequented by boaters from all over the world.
Shop-til-you-drop or go antiquing in the local villages of Chaffey’s Locks, Elgin, Portland and Westport.
The nearest grocery store, post office, gas station, liquor store, bank machine, churches and pharmacy are in the village of Elgin, a short 10-minute drive away on Hwy 15.
Food & Restaurants
Nearest restaurants are in Chaffey’s Locks, Elgin, Portland and Newboro. All are within 10 minutes
Homemade meals can be purchased at Kilborne’s on Hwy 42 leading towards Westport
Shopping & Antiquing
Forfar Cheese Factory
Shopping and Antiquing in nearby villages of Elgin, Chaffey’s Locks, Portland and Westport
Tourism
Rideau Canal Locks and Parks Rideau Canal Museum, Smiths Falls
Thousand Island Cruise and Boldt Castle tours, Gananoque
Old Fort Henry, Kingston
Upper Canada Village, Cornwall
Numerous world class museums in Canada’s Capital city of Ottawa
Recreation
Numerous Golf Courses
Bowling Alley
Elgin Fitness Centre, Elgin