Stoney Lake Guidebook
Sightseeing
A great spot for walking, hiking and enjoying nature. The park contains the largest known concentration of Indigenous rock carvings (petroglyphs) in Canada, depicting turtles, snakes, birds, humans and more. Visit bright blue/green McGinnis Lake – one of only a handful of meromictic (layers of water that don’t intermix) lakes in Canada
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Petroglyphs Provincial Park
2249 Northeys Bay RoadA great spot for walking, hiking and enjoying nature. The park contains the largest known concentration of Indigenous rock carvings (petroglyphs) in Canada, depicting turtles, snakes, birds, humans and more. Visit bright blue/green McGinnis Lake – one of only a handful of meromictic (layers of water that don’t intermix) lakes in Canada
Fantastic spot for hiking and nature lovers. There are 15 km of trails that meander through forests and across open limestone plains. From the scenic lookout, you can view the Indian River valley. Along the Lookout Trail you’ll also see potholes and kettles and hear the sounds of the disappearing river.
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Warsaw Caves Conservation Area and Campground
289 Caves RdFantastic spot for hiking and nature lovers. There are 15 km of trails that meander through forests and across open limestone plains. From the scenic lookout, you can view the Indian River valley. Along the Lookout Trail you’ll also see potholes and kettles and hear the sounds of the disappearing river.
Quarry Bay Beach
2006 Northeys Bay RdGreat sandy beach with roped off swim area
The Canadian Canoe Museum is an engaging, family-friendly place that explores Canadian history told through the canoe.
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The Canadian Canoe Museum
2077 Monaghan RdThe Canadian Canoe Museum is an engaging, family-friendly place that explores Canadian history told through the canoe.
The Peterborough Lift Lock National Historic Site of Canada is located on the Otonabee River section of the Trent Canal in Peterborough
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Peterborough Lift Lock National Historic Site
The Peterborough Lift Lock National Historic Site of Canada is located on the Otonabee River section of the Trent Canal in Peterborough
Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 1 h 17 min to complete. This is a popular area for birding, camping, and hiking, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are April through November. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.
This trail offers a variety of terrains, with some log crossings, challenging climbs, and muddy areas. Trail indicators can be difficult to follow, so a GPS is suggested. The final destination offers a magnificent view of crashing waterfalls. Hikers recommend bringing hiking shoes, downloading the trail map, bringing water, and packing light.
Eels Lake
Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 1 h 17 min to complete. This is a popular area for birding, camping, and hiking, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are April through November. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.
This trail offers a variety of terrains, with some log crossings, challenging climbs, and muddy areas. Trail indicators can be difficult to follow, so a GPS is suggested. The final destination offers a magnificent view of crashing waterfalls. Hikers recommend bringing hiking shoes, downloading the trail map, bringing water, and packing light.
Food scene
A local favourite restaurant with a patio to enjoy a nice meal or tasty ice cream. The Stoney Lake Market also has a general store in the front for necessities.
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Stoney Lake Market
2374 Crowe's Landing RdA local favourite restaurant with a patio to enjoy a nice meal or tasty ice cream. The Stoney Lake Market also has a general store in the front for necessities.
City/town information
Lakefield is best know as a community that typifies small town Ontario. It’s a historic little town and the business section is lined with quaint shops, perfect for a weekend of antique hunting.
The town features waterfront parks, restaurants and the streets boast many charming original homes and churches dating back to the 1800’s. Right on the border of cottage country, visitors to Lakefield can soak in the feeling of both the historic aspects of farm town life and you are only a few steps from the scenic Otonabee River as it meanders through town. The best of both worlds!
When you come to Lakefield take the time to wander the boardwalk along the Otonabee River. You can also hike or bike along miles of rail trail. And because the town is situated in the Trent Canal Waterway system you can even arrive by boat! There are many area attractions including shopping, spa, golf, museums and galleries.
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Lakefield
Lakefield is best know as a community that typifies small town Ontario. It’s a historic little town and the business section is lined with quaint shops, perfect for a weekend of antique hunting.
The town features waterfront parks, restaurants and the streets boast many charming original homes and churches dating back to the 1800’s. Right on the border of cottage country, visitors to Lakefield can soak in the feeling of both the historic aspects of farm town life and you are only a few steps from the scenic Otonabee River as it meanders through town. The best of both worlds!
When you come to Lakefield take the time to wander the boardwalk along the Otonabee River. You can also hike or bike along miles of rail trail. And because the town is situated in the Trent Canal Waterway system you can even arrive by boat! There are many area attractions including shopping, spa, golf, museums and galleries.