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NORTH
GRENVILLE
2021 VISITOR GUIDE
SHOP
EAT
PADDLE
HIKE
30 Minutes South of Ottawa
Explore Kemptville and Rural Villages
ExploreNorthGrenville.ca
Really charming with
plenty of things to do!
“Farmers Market, cute shops, historical buildings, great landscape and yummy food!”
-Visitor From Ottawa, @thias_stark on Instagram
Kemptville Farmers’ Market
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Staying Safe:
The past year has been
a challenging time for
everyone, including our local
businesses. Owners and staff
offering visitor experiences
are doing their best to ensure
the safety of everyone.
With ongoing developments
regarding the COVID-19
pandemic, please visit
each location’s website or
social media for updates
on procedures such as
guest capacity, sanitization
methods, and operations.
When exploring, please
follow any guidelines put
in place by the province or
local health unit. Thank you
for helping to keep our
region safe.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
How to Get Here 4
Explore 6
Dining & Eateries 8
Drink & Be Merry 10
Picture Perfect 11
Shop 12
Old Town Kemptville 13
Hiker’s Paradise 16
What’s Happening 18
Day Trips 20
Four Seasons 21
Arts Scene 23
Relax 24
Stay 25
Brewed Awakenings
North Grenville 2021 Visitor Guide | 3
WELCOME TO
NORTH GRENVILLE
You won’t find a community like ours anywhere Enjoy our extensive trail network, family fun,
else! Situated along the historic, UNESCO and festivals. Our city centre, Kemptville, is
designated Rideau River, and only 30 minutes surrounded by historic villages, including
from Canada’s capital city Ottawa, North Grenville Burritt’s Rapids, the oldest community on the
is a quiet, quaint getaway in Eastern Ontario. Rideau River.
Settlers Trail
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Rideau Canal Lockstations Map base art copyright © Lyle Henderson.
Used with permission.
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HOW TO GET HERE
Whether you are travelling by car, bike,
or boat, we’re easy to get to!
DISTANCES TO
NORTH GRENVILLE
Coming From KM (Mi) Travel Time
Brockville 58 (36) 35 min.
Cornwall 110 (68) 1 hr 10 min.
Gananoque 110 (68) 1 hr 5 min.
Kingston 140 (87) 1 hr 25 min.
Merrickville 15 (9) 12 min.
Montreal 214 (132) 2 hr 15 min.
Morrisburg 52 (32) 40 min.
Ogdensburg, USA 43 (27) 35 min.
Ottawa 58 (32) 35 min.
Perth 57 (35) 50 min.
Prescott 39 (24) 25 min.
Smiths Falls 37 (23) 32 min.
Toronto 394 (245) 3 hr 45 min.
Wakefield 95 (59) 1 hr 5 min.
Smiths Falls
Cornwall
Merrickville
Brockville
©TD Graham + Associates. Used with permission.
North Grenville 2021 Visitor Guide | 5
EXPLORE
Looking for fun & adventure?
then North Grenville is the place!
Alpaca Tracks T(h)read Lightly
You don’t need to go all the way to
South America to pet an alpaca.
Visit Alpaca Tracks for a
unique adventure.
Get your paddle on at
Drifters Outdoors.
With classes and rentals, there’s
something for everyone.
fters Outdoors
Photo Credit : Dri
Adults and kids alike will
enjoy playing a round
at one of our
golf courses,
such as
Rideau Glen Golf Club.
Rideau Glen Golf Club
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Relaxing beachside Enjoy two close by,
more your style? sandy escapes.
@puregemenergy Rideau River Provincial Park
Rideau River Provincial Park: Located five minutes from Kemptville on the shores of the UNESCO
World Heritage Rideau waterway, come spend the day at the Rideau River Provincial Park or
book a cabin or campsite to enjoy a longer getaway.
Baxter Conservation Area: This swimming hole meets all your needs on a hot summer’s day. Take
a break from swimming to wander the trails. If you’re lucky you will be graced with the presence
of the Ice Cream Float! You guessed it, it’s a boat that floats on the shore serving up sweet treats.
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DINING Get your fill, eat plates from around the world. Whether you want a four-course meal, a fast bite, or a picnic, we’ve got it all. Curbalicious Foodies will love Curbalicious Food Truck in Kemptville! With an eclectic menu and pop up dinner events, you can take your gourmet cuisine to go. Curbalicious Food Truck brings gourmet homestyle cuisine curbside. Paul’s Bistro Need something filling after exploring the countryside? Stop by Paul’s Bistro, a gem found in the rural village of Oxford Station. @rentographer 8 | explorenorthgrenville.ca
and EATERIES
Bubba & Bugs Coffee Bar Farmers Market
For the quintessential small town café, Head down to the Kemptville Farmers’ Market
Bubba & Bugs Coffee Bar is located in the every Sunday 12-4 pm, May to October on
heart of downtown Kemptville serving delicious the B&H Grocery Parking lot (200 Sanders
treats, drinks, and full meals. Check out St. on the GPS). Pick up fresh, local produce,
Mr. Mozzarella for one-of-a-kind pizza pies and delicious baked goods and ethnic cuisine to
special desserts! take home and enjoy!
fine dining amidst historic ambiance
9 Bridge St, Oxford Mills • 613-258-4433 • brigadoonrestaurant.com
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DRINK & BE MERRY
Green Gables Vines
Learn about the wine making process
at Green Gables Vines and enjoy a glass (or three) of their unique blends. They have eight
varieties of wine, curated to invoke a specific mood. Enjoy a tasting in their quaint and cozy
tasting room, then walk the grounds through their picturesque vineyard.
The summer months
mean it’s patio season.
Head to Old Town Kemptville
and enjoy good food, drinks,
and friends on your
choice of patio.
Enjoy
live music
with a glass of your
favourite beverage!
Be sure to check out
Shoeless Joes
and Salamanders
for live music!
Photo Credit: Shoeless Joes
10 | explorenorthgrenville.caPICTURE PERFECT
NORTH GRENVILLE
Use #NorthGrenville and #LoveNG
to share your adventures with us!
@ thais_stark @_lifeofbritt SUP
@jennabbott 5 John Barclay
Amy Martin @tmsisportsmanagement
North Grenville 2021 Visitor Guide | 11SHOP
Between boutique shops, malls and
back-road finds, you can shop ‘til you drop
in North Grenville!
Jac’s Boutique
has in-style
pieces for your
wardrobe and home.
Their selection
is continually
refreshed,
with many
sustainable and
eco-friendly
products.
Photo Credit: Jac’s Boutique
Find the perfect pair of
shoes at Tanda Shoes.
Their selection spans styles
from the perfect boot
Country Side Antiques to an elegant sandal
for a romantic dinner
Hunt for special items at Country Side on the patio.
Antiques in a beautiful heritage stone
home in historic Oxford Station. Photo Credit:
Tanda Shoes
Check out a
unique shopping
experience with
My Local Markets,
featuring a variety
of goodies from
local makers.
See their Facebook
page for information
on their market
events or shop
online at
MyLocalMarkets.ca
My Local Markets
12 | explorenorthgrenville.caOLD TOWN
KEMPTVILLE
Salamanders
Spend a day in Old town Kemptville, home to eclectic shops, services and restaurants. Here the
buildings still hold their historic charms and the people couldn’t be friendlier.
Grahame’s Bakery Kemptville Creek
Be sure to grab a coffee and a sweet treat from Grahame’s Bakery and visit Sugold Jewellery
and Giftware to find that perfect gift. Choose lunch on your choice of patios, or take it to-go
and dine on the bank of Kemptville Creek, which runs through the centre of Old Town.
Watch the Old Town Kemptville Facebook page for the latest news & events.
North Grenville 2021 Visitor Guide | 13...YOU BE A GUEST
North Grenville’s caterer for
sublime service & cuisine for weddings
and corporate events for 12 yrs
820 Heritage Drive, Kemptville
Located on Kemptville Campus
613-324-3136
info@cateredaffairs.ca
WWW.CATEREDAFFAIRS.CA
Grahame’s Bakery
Keeping Heritage Alive
We are open with COVID restrictions
115 Clothier St E, Kemptville 613.258.2317 www.grahamesbakery.com
14 | explorenorthgrenville.caHIKER’S
PARADISE
Turtle Trail
Walk waterfront and forest trails
Here are
some of our
favourites:
✓ Ferguson Forest Centre
✓ Waterfront Trail
✓ Rail Trail
✓ Kemptville Campus Trails
✓ South Gower Fitness Trail
✓ Tip-to-Tip Trail
Photo Credit: Joseph R. Pearce
16 | explorenorthgrenville.caTRAILS
Riverview Ln
Ferguson Forest Trails To the
www.ngtrails.ca Rideau
River
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Download trail maps and
heritage walking tours at:
ExploreNorthGrenville.ca
Ferguson Forest
North Grenville 2021 Visitor Guide | 17WHAT’S
HAPPENING
Kemptville Farmers’ Market
North Grenville is a vibrant region with many events for everyone.
This year has been a little different, with many having to be postponed or cancelled.
Please find a list of our key annual events:
KEY EVENTS July 1
Sundays May-October Canada Day Celebrations
Kemptville Farmers’ Market Various Locations
B&H Grocery Parking Lot - July 1, 2021
200 Sanders Street, Kemptville Festivities and activities. Check the
Sundays May-October 12 pm-4 pm website for updated information.
Farm-fresh produce, meats, artisan www.northgrenville.ca
baked goods, arts and crafts, free
parking, family and pet-friendly. May-October
Local food vendors provide delicious Kemptville Cruise Nights
takeaway ethnic meals. All COVID Usually running may to October,
protocols followed. sadly the 2021 season is cancelled.
Follow @kemptvillefarmersmarket on Watch for some of these stellar rides
Facebook for the latest news. driving through town and check back
on the website for next year’s dates.
Kemptville Buskerfest
Old Town Kemptville
Featuring local talent and family fun.
Watch KemptvilleBuskerfest.ca for
2022 dates and details.
Canada Day
18 | explorenorthgrenville.caSee our events calendar at ExploreNorthGrenville.ca
for a full list of upcoming events!
Kemptville Live Music Festival
Kemptville Live Music Festival
Kemptville Campus
Annual music festival featuring
Country, Rock, Rhythm & Blues,
Folk and Roots.
Check the website for updated
event information based around
covid restrictions.
www.kemptvillelivemusicfestival.com
Downtown Promenade
Old Town Kemptville
Community Street Fair showcasing
Old Town Kemptville
local artists, food, and more.
Check the website for 2021 dates
as the season develops.
www.northgrenville.ca
My Local Markets
Kemptville Campus
Outdoor markets featuring
local vendors. Online shopping
and in-person market events.
Check @mylocalmarkets on
Facebook for dates.
www.mylocalmarkets.ca
Kemptville Cruise Night
North Grenville 2021 Visitor Guide | 19DAY TRIPS
Pack the car, these ready-made day trips are the
perfect way to spend a day.
Row Your Boat
9:00 am Wake up with a morning swim
#
1 at the beach of Rideau River
Provincial Park
10:30 am Hike the Tip-to-Tip Trail in
Burritt’s Rapids
12:30 pm Lunch at Hardstones Grill
in Kemptville
2:00 pm Rent a kayak, canoe or
stand-up paddleboard from
Drifters Outdoors
4:00 pm Reward yourself with a cone
at the famous Dairy Barn
Kemptville Creek
On The Farm
#
2 9:00 am Grab breakfast at Long Reach Bar & Grill.
Breakfast available all day!
10:30 am Hike at Ferguson Forest Centre and Tree
Nursery where you’re sure to glimpse
native birds and other small wildlife.
12:00 pm Pick up Lunch at B&H Grocery and head to
Rotary Park to eat beside the water
2:00 pm Saunter over to either Saunders Country
Critters to get up close with exotic
animals or visit Big Sky Ranch to make
some furry friends
3:00 pm Take the short drive to Shelley’s Kitchen to
grab a sweet afternoon treat or even one
Saunders Country Critter Zoo and Sanctuary of Shelley’s delicious take home meals!
Foodies Delight
#
3 11:00 am Head to Bubba & Bugs Coffee Bar
for brunch in Old Town Kemptville
12:00 am Walk off a few calories on a trail at
the Kemptville Campus
1:00 pm Lunch at Fat Les’s Chip Stand
2:00 pm Visit Green Gables Vines to enjoy a
tasting of local craft wines.
4:00 pm Treat yourself to a signature cone at
Dairy Barn. Enjoy fresh baking
at Grahame’s Bakery.
6:00 pm Dinner on the patio at Salamanders
@chelseahoagland
overlooking Kemptville Creek
20 | explorenorthgrenville.caFOUR SEASONS
@ott ventures
Visit anyti me of the year!
9:00 am Enjoy a warm breakfast at the
Kemptville Family Restaurant
11:00 am Wander through a snow dusted
trail at Limerick Forest
12:00 pm Feast at Shoeless Joe’s Sports Grill
1:00 pm Ice skate on our indoor and
outdoor rinks.
2:00 pm Warm up with a holiday flavoured
hot cocoa at Brewed Awakenings
3:00 pm Go hunting for the perfect tree
or take a horse-drawn carriage at
Burritt ’s Rapids Johnston Brothers Tree Farm
Ferguson Forest Centre Photo Credit: Angela Rodger Casey
North Grenville 2021 Visitor Guide | 21RAMBLE FULL PAGE AD
Gardens to Ramble
Garden Centre
Open Every Day 9am-5pm
Mid April to October
7210 Burritts Rapids Rd.
Merrickville
613-258-3797
rideauwoodlandramble.com
22 | explorenorthgrenville.caART SCENE
A growing hub for arts
and culture, there is plenty to
please all of your senses!
The North Grenville Arts Guild displays
their work at various cafes, restaurants, and
venues. Artwork ranges all mediums
and features different creators each month.
Visit NG-Arts-Guild.ca to see
each month’s venues.
Rideau Woodland Ramble is a
must-stop for art lovers.
Nestled amongst the sprawling gardens
is an artist shack displaying
works by garden owner
David Dunn.
Visit www.RideauWoodlandRamble.com for details.
Enjoy artist showcases
Bubba & Bugs Coffee Bar
throughout the community
Rideau Woodland Ramble
Check out www.ExploreNorthGrenville.ca for dates as the season unfolds.
North Grenville 2021 Visitor Guide | 23RELAX
If you’re looking to relax, you’re in the right place!
Need a girls’ night or luxurious staycation?
Choose from a variety of spa experiences
in North Grenville Pure Lotus Wellness Retreat
Pure Lotus Wellness Retreat offers a TLC experience like no other. Come for a massage, energy
treatments, or to relax in their backyard haven including hot tub, bonfire, hammocks and more.
For centuries, people
have used salt therapy
as a wellness treatment
and relaxation tool.
Saltastic has three
salt rooms to provide
you an experience
like you’ve never
had before!
If you are looking to get
pampered, check out
Aphroditi Escape Spa
& Salon or Spa Jada!
Whether you need a
manicure, massage,
or a total makeover,
you’re sure to be
feeling and looking
Saltastic
your best!
24 | explorenorthgrenville.caPLACES TO STAY
Visit ExploreNorthGrenville.ca for a list
of all accommodations
SureStay Hotel by Best Western Abbott Road Suites
Whether you are planning a romantic getaway or a girls’ weekend we have the perfect place to
kick-back and relax. We have a variety of B&B’s, motels, and upscale suites for every occasion.
Visit www.ExploreNorthGrenville.ca for a list of all accommodations.
LEGEND
CAMPING
• On-Site
RV SHOWER BOAT RENTALS REC DUMP
CAMPSITE CABINS ELECTRIC WATER LAUNDRY STORE POOL
ALLOWED & TOILET LAUNCH (PADDLE) ACTIVITIES STATION
Rideau River Provincial Park
2680 Donnelly Drive
613-258-2740
200 2 50 • • • • • • •
Sandy Mountain Camp
10152 County Road 43
613-989-2058
146 • • • • • • • • •
Wildwood Campground
9197 County Road 44
613-258-2940
• • • • • • • •
@ Phaedo_pup by Sarah Haworth
North Grenville 2021 Visitor Guide | 25Eastern Ontario’s
supplier of Native
trees, shrubs &
perennials
• Ferguson Tree Nursery
grows a variety of species
from locally sourced seed.
• Native or naturalized
non-invasive species.
• Environmentally suitable
solutions to regenerate
forests and landscapes.
• Outlet Store open Spring
and Fall. Online ordering
throughout the year.
• Bareroot seedlings and
greenhouse plugs
• 1-5 gallon trees and shrubs
• Starter & 1 gallon perennials
• Books
• Planting Tools & Resources
Keeping Our Community Green and Growing!
275 County Road 44, Kemptville, ON
613-258-0110
FergusonTreeNursery.ca
26 | explorenorthgrenville.caBring your family
to meet our family
Spend a leisurely day
talking to the animals!
Open 7 days a week 10 am-4 pm
Admission Prices
Youth (2-16) $8.00
Adults $12.00
Seniors (65+) $8.00
www.saunderscountry.com
1058 County Rd 44, North Grenville
613-258-1108
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