The TRAILS
Welcome to the Eastern Ontario Trails, your guide to outdoor recreation and adventure in Eastern Ontario. With trail networks spreading from the Bay of Quinte, all the way north to Algonquin Park, there are endless ways for you and your family to discover Ontario’s history, natural environment and rural communities. Whether hiking, cycling, horseback riding, canoeing, ATVing or snowmobiling, are your pleasure, we have trails you’ll want to explore. You can visit for the day, or stay for the week. You can even customize your trip with one of our Stay and Play Packages. We’ll help you create the perfect route for independent travel.
Experience an unforgettable journey in one of the most beautiful landscapes in the world!
The Centre Hastings Heritage Loop is a beautiful scenic trail that takes you on a tour along side the villages of Madoc, Marmora, and Stirling just to name a few! Enjoy the serenity of being at one with nature as you travel through the picturesque township of Madoc. You can also enjoy visiting the historic Marmora Mine. With two thirds of the mine now filled with water, it is the perfect attraction to all sorts of wildlife, bringing out the naturalist in everyone! Lastly make your way over to Stirling to visit the village that was awarded the title of Kraft Hockeyville 2012. With unbelievable community spirit, there are many shops that you’ll want to check out and the folks of Stirling will make you feel right at home. Do all this and more while touring the Central Hastings Heritage Loop.
Central Hastings Heritage Loop experience
- Leave Tweed head west until you come to a bridge over a trail about 17km to 22 km out
- Go down the ramp to the other trail below and head North you will come to Madoc at the end of the trail follow along a street until you come to the trail beside the Ambulance station go along side the ambulance station and follow the trail you will come to a long bridge and then you go out to # 7 highway.
- Cross the highway follow the road beside Tim Hortons and around by the fuel station. You will come to # 62 highway
- Follow # 62 highway until you come to Eldorado. Just north of the sign that says Eldorado at a corner you will see the trail turn left.
- Go south on the trail
- After riding about 30 km on the trail you will come to # 7 highway again cross over and follow the trail until you come to an intersection continue to head south most likely about another 25 km you will come to another intersection turn left and head towards Stirling. Go through Stirling following the trail.
- You will cross a few bridges and then come to another intersection turn left and head north east but mostly north follow the trail until you come to the bridge that is above the trail. Go up the ramp and turn right head east back to Tweed
Come and enjoy the many features of the Eastern Ontario Trails!
Points of interest along the route
Drag Lake, Memorial Picnic area, Crookston bridge, Moria Lake, Deer Creek Bridge, Marmora Mine, Within Tweed Madoc Marmora and Stirling you will find accommodations, restaurants and fuel stations.
Let the Tweed to Bancroft Run entice your curiosity. This trail will take you from the charming village of Tweed to the rugged mineral capital of Canada, the town of Bancroft, with marvellous scenic attractions along the way! Start your journey in the Village of Tweed where you can check out the world’s smallest jailhouse! Or spend some time on the alluring Stoco Lake and catch a fish… or two. On the way why not stop by the Marmora Mine. With two thirds of the mine now filled with water, it is the perfect attraction to all sorts of wildlife, bringing out the naturalist in everyone. Now that you have reached your destination, be sure to check out the ever-popular Eagle’s Nest; A magnificent cliff that overlooks the York River Valley, the town of Bancroft and the forest that surrounds it. This is something you surely won’t want to miss. Experience all this and more on the Tweed to Bancroft Run.
Take the Tweed to Gunter Loop for an unforgettable experience through Ontario’s beautiful trails. Start your journey off in the quaint village of Tweed where you can check out the world’s smallest jailhouse! Or spend some time on the alluring Stoco Lake and catch a fish… or two. Stop by the Marmora Mine. With two thirds of the mine now filled with water, it is the perfect attraction to all sorts of wildlife, bringing out the naturalist in everyone. Travel the trail and let it take you past Gunter to the magnificent Bon Echo Provincial Park. Visit the grand Mazinaw Rock, a 1.5-kilometer sheer rock face rises 100 meters above Mazinaw Lake, one of the deepest lakes in Ontario; A great destination for painters, photographers and hikers alike. Do all this and more while touring the Tweed to Gunter Loop.
Your Gateway to the Trails!
Begin your journey in the great City of Corbyville! Head North to experience the excellent trails!
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INTERACTIVE TRAILS MAP
CUBE Coffee Bar TWD
Address
- Street: 301 Victoria St. N
- City: Tweed
- Postal code: K0K 3J0
Contact
- Website: cubecoffeebartwd.com
Bancroft Inn & Suites
Address
- Street: 528 Hastings St. North, RR#1
- City: Bancroft
- Postal code: K0L 1C0
Contact
- Phone: 613- 332-4900
- E-Mail: reservations@bancroftinnandsuites.com
Beachwood Hollow Resort
Address
- Street: 275 Victoria Street South
- City: Tweed
- Postal code: K0K 3J0
Contact
- Telephone: 613.478.5353
- E-Mail: info@beachwoodhollow.com
- Website: beachwoodhollow.com
Black River Retreat
Address
- Street: 107939 Highway #7
- City: Tweed
- Postal code: K0K 3J0
Contact
- Telephone: 613.243.7711
- E-Mail: info@BrrTweed.com
- Website: BrrTweed.com
Limerick Lake Lodge
Address
- Street: 123 Limerick Lodge Rd., RR#2
- City: Gilmour
- Postal code: K0L 1W0
Contact
- Telephone: 613-474-2144
- E-Mail: res@limericklodge.com
- Website: limericklodge.com
Park Place Motel and Suites
Address
- Street: 43 Victoria St. S.
- City: Tweed
- Postal code: K0K 3J0
Contact
- Telephone: 613-478-3134
- E-Mail: parkplacemotel@gmail.com
- Website: parkplacemotel.com
Stoco Lake Lodge
Address
- Street: 15 Trudeau Lane
- City: Tweed
- Postal code: K0K 3J0
Contact
- Telephone: 613-847-1399
- Website: stocolakelodge.com
White Pine Cottages
Address
- Street: 184 Centre Road
- City: Lake Saint Peter
- Postal code: K0L 2K0
Contact
- Telephone: 613.338.2655
- E-Mail: info@whitepinecottages.com
- Website: whitepinecottages.ca
Bancroft Inn & Suites
Address
- Street: 528 Hastings St. North, RR#1
- City: Bancroft
- Postal code: K0L 1C0
Contact
- Phone: 613- 332-4900
- E-Mail: reservations@bancroftinnandsuites.com
Beachwood Hollow Resort
Address
- Street: 275 Victoria Street South
- City: Tweed
- Postal code: K0K 3J0
Contact
- Telephone: 613.478.5353
- E-Mail: info@beachwoodhollow.com
- Website: beachwoodhollow.com
Black River Retreat
Address
- Street: 107939 Highway #7
- City: Tweed
- Postal code: K0K 3J0
Contact
- Telephone: 613.243.7711
- E-Mail: info@BrrTweed.com
- Website: BrrTweed.com
Stoco Lake Lodge
Address
- Street: 15 Trudeau Lane
- City: Tweed
- Postal code: K0K 3J0
Contact
- Telephone: 613-847-1399
- Website: stocolakelodge.com
Belleville Sport & Lawn
Address
- Street: 128 Church St.
- Postcode: K8N 3B8
- City: Belleville
- State: ON
Contact
- Telephone: 613-968-4559
- Fax: 877-968-4559
- E-Mail: bellevillesport@cogeco.net
- Website: http://www.bellevillesportandlawn.com/
Cosby Small Engines
Address
- Street: 949 Hwy 62
- Postcode: K0L 1P0
- City: Coe Hill
Contact
- Telephone: 613-337-5269
Palmateer's Abbatoir
Address
- Street: 2553 Crookston Rd.
- Postcode: K0K 3J0
- City: Tweed
Contact
- Telephone: 613-478-3801
Tweed Recreational Sport & Lawn
Address
- Street: 621 Moira St., RR#3
- Postcode: K0K 3J0
- City: Tweed
Contact
- Telephone: 613-478-3138
Aron Theatre Co-operative Inc.
Address
- Street: 54 Bridge St. E.
- Postcode: K0L 1L0
- City: Campbellford
Contact
- Telephone: 705.653.3390
- E-Mail: info@arontheatre.com
- Website: http://www.arontheatre.com
Bancroft & District Chamber of Commerce
Address
- Street:221 Unit 3 Hastings St N
- Postcode: K0L 1C0
- City: Bancroft
Contact
- Telephone: 613-332-1513
- E-Mail: chamber@bancroftdistrict.com
- Website: bancroftdistrict.com
Beachwood Hollow Resort
Address
- Street: 275 Victoria Street South
- City: Tweed
- Postal code: K0K 3J0
Contact
- Telephone: 613.478.5353
- E-Mail: info@beachwoodhollow.com
- Website: beachwoodhollow.com
Napanee ATV Club
Address
- Street: 59 Centre St.N.
- City: Napanee
- Postal code: K7R 1M8
Contact
- Telephone: 613-354-5202
- E-Mail: steveb@ndatvclub.org
- Website: www.ndatvclub.org
Outdoor Adventure Rentals
Ottawa Valley Area rentals for ATVs, Sea-Doos, snowmobiles, pleasure crafts and more.
Outdoor Adventure Rentals is your power sport rental provider servicing the Ottawa Valley and surrounding area. Outdoor Adventure Rentals has grown to become a leading all-season rental provider for local residents, cottagers, corporate groups and more. From our location on Highway 7 in Perth, Ontario, your rental is ready for you just minutes away from trails, waterways and the great unknown.
Our range of rental options include: ATVs, Sea-Doos, snowmobiles, pleasure crafts and more.
• Ski-Doo or Sea-Doo w/Trailer
• ATV Single/Two Up Seat
• 20’ Pontoon Boat/Fish & Ski Boat—also 18’ with 25 hp
• Trolling Motor – Ski’s – Tubes – knee board—wake board
• Trailers
• Helmets & PFD’s
Address
- Street: 105 Dufferin St
- City: Perth
- Postal Code: K7H 3A5
Contact
- Telephone: 613-267-6371
- E-Mail: reservations@outdoors-adventure.com
- Website: outdoors-adventure.com
Powell Powersports
Address
- Street: 102317 Hwy 7
- City: Marmora
- Postal code: K0K 2M0
Contact
- Telephone: 613-472-2633
Stoco Lake Lodge
Address
- Street: 15 Trudeau Lane
- City: Tweed
- Postal code: K0K 3J0
Contact
- Telephone: 613-847-1399
- Website: stocolakelodge.com
Wayne's World
Address
- Street: 29513 Hwy 28
- City: Bancroft
- Postal code: K0L 1C0
Contact
- Telephone: 613-332-4649
- E-Mail: info@waynesworldpolaris.ca
- Website: waynesworldpolaris.ca