2024 Cornwall, Stormont, Dundas, and Glengarry Visitor Guide

Dear Reader,

Thanks for picking up this guide. You’ve probably heard great things about Cornwall and SDG Counties but we think you need to experience it in person to understand why we love it here—and why you will too.

We’ve packed the following pages with ideas for your visit. Whether you’re a first-timer or a seasoned visitor, we promise you’ll find something intriguing, beguiling, tasty, and inspiring. We invite you to join us as we ride our bikes through the city or out on the open road, savour local flavours at our eateries, take in the vivid sights and sounds of our festivals and fairs, learn about the people who came before us, grab goodies at our shops or pick berries from our fields. Or maybe you’d rather come along as we taste test seasonal freshness at our farmers’ markets, sun ourselves at the beach, take in a show, camp by the riverside, raise a pint in our breweries or clink glasses in our vineyards?

Our invitation is always open. We hope to see you soon.

Warmly yours,

The team at Cornwall Tourism and SDG Tourism

Connect with us

Cornwall Tourism

info@cornwalltourism.com

Visitor Centre: 100 Water St. E. at the Cornwall Civic Complex

613-938-4748 (Feel free to text us!)

@CornwallOntarioTourism

@CornwallTourism

@TourismCornwall

SDG Tourism

tourism@sdgcounties.ca

613-932-1515

1-800-267-7158

@SDGTourism

This edition of the Visitor Guide is proudly produced by:

Kevin Lajoie and Amy Malyon, Cornwall Tourism

Karina Belanger, SDG Tourism

Chantal

Tranchemontagne, Big Catch Communications

Susan Marriner, Marriner Design

Contributing Photographers:

Gina Dragone, Gina Dragone Photography

Laura Bombier and Max Atwood, Creative Good Inc.

Lee Ladouceur, Ladouceur Photo

Robert Lefebvre, Ice Level Photography

Lay of the Land

Get to know Cornwall, SDG Counties, and Akwesasne.

In the furthest reaches of Eastern Ontario, you’ll find our seven unique municipalities—one urban, six rural—and the First Nation community of Akwesasne. It’s a large expanse that steeps in history, brims with local charm, and bubbles with urban and rural personality.

North Stormont

North Dundas

South Dundas

South Stormont

Getting Here

This region is beautifully protected from the hustle and bustle of the big cities—but not so far that we don’t enjoy their vibrant influence. Our communities are all within a short one-hour drive from Ottawa and Montreal, and a quick jaunt from Northern New York. Each place is easily accessible via Highways 401 and 417, and NY Route 37 via the Three Nations Bridge Crossing.

Our home is located on the traditional lands of the Haudenosaunee People, specifically the Kanien’keha:ka (Mohawk). We are grateful to be able to live and work here and give thanks to those who have cared for these lands since time immemorial. We also recognize their continued contributions to the strength of our communities.

We’d like to think our region has a timeless appeal. From the mid-sized hub city of Cornwall to the picturesque villages like Williamstown in the east and Williamsburg in the west, our residents are proud. Our people inspire us, our deep history grounds us, our waterways and green spaces calm us, and our farmers’ fields abundantly feed us

South Glengarry

North Glengarry

Cornwall

Akwesasne

 Cornwall

As more and more people discover the city’s allure, Cornwall continues to transform itself. The cultural diversity paired with the dynamic restaurants, shops, events, art, and activities—plus affordable housing and easy commuting—has helped grow this bilingual community into a more progressive place. Downtown Cornwall, also known as the Square Mile, features historic homes, an impressive public library, an exceptional art gallery, several retail-andrestaurant strips, and Lamoureux Park, the 43 acres of green space along the waterfront. Le Village, the city’s secondary commercial district, encompasses the Cotton Mill District, an ongoing urban renewal project with residential and commercial projects that capitalize on the history and long-lasting beauty of former manufacturing facilities.

SDG COUNTIES

 North Dundas

Teeming with energy, this is the SDG municipality closest to the nation’s capital and one of the largest agri-food clusters east of Toronto. Farms, fairs, feasts, and other fun drive the tourism economy here.

 South Dundas

A beautiful blend of urban and rural communities that hug the shoreline of the St. Lawrence River, this municipality has the distinction of being the site of significant battles that defined our dominion and also being recognized as the place where the McIntosh Apple was discovered.

 North Stormont

Families, food, and fun grow here. Their quaint communities have much to share—including fun fairs, exciting agri-tourism destinations, expansive parks, and a relaxed pace of living.

 Akwesasne

Akwesasne translates to “Land where the partridge drums”. This Mohawk community is truly exceptional. Pre-dating the founding of Canada and the United States, Akwesasne sits along the banks of the St. Lawrence River where present-day Ontario, Quebec, and New York State meet. Portions

of the territory—including Kawehnoke (Cornwall Island)— are on the Canadian side, while the mainland extends south into the American side. It is one of the few First Nation communities in Canada that shares these unique geographic features. Today, the community is known for its events like the Pow Wow

 South Stormont

This is a place that capitalizes on its natural spaces and celebrates its heritage too. It is perhaps best known as the home of the Lost Villages Museum and Long Sault Parkway, a group of picturesque islands just west of Cornwall.

 North Glengarry

Imbued with a love for French and Anglo-Scottish traditions, this community is made up of descendants of original settlers and many former city dwellers who appreciate family-run businesses, vast outdoor spaces, and easy access to urban centres.

 South Glengarry

Taking up a big swath of Lake St. Francis’ shoreline, South Glen is punctuated with postcard-perfect villages, sandy beaches, scenic drives, delightful B&Bs, great golf, and historical landmarks.

and Akwesasne Art Market & Juried Show, cultural tours, and vibrant craftspeople including basketmakers, beaders, and lacrosse stick makers.

* If you are planning a visit to our neighbours, please visit Akwesasne Travel’s website to learn about potential border crossing requirements.

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Collect badges by visiting participating South Dundas locations (available for download from our website).

Nestled alongside the majestic St. Lawrence River, South Dundas offers a charming panorama of quaint villages, idyllic hamlets, rolling farmland, and beloved waterfront parks and trails. The region is filled with an array of delightful experiences, including outdoor adventures, museums, live theater, a winery, numerous agri-food establishments, and bountiful orchards.

Enjoy our picturesque public beaches, indulge in diverse shopping and dining experiences, and visit iconic sites like the Iroquois Locks and Upper Canada Village.

For information on the attractions and activities awaiting you in the area, visit our website:

southdundas.com

Experience This

The Cornwall & Area Pop Event , better known as CAPE, is a massive two-day comic and pop culture convention at the Benson Centre. It brings out cosplayers, artists, exhibitors, incredible celebrity guests, and features a raucous after-party.

Moose Creek’s Countryside Adventures is a fun-packed playground. In the winter, glide the forest skateway, get on the tubing hill, or go snowshoeing; in the summer, try archery and axe throwing, use the ponds to fish or paddleboard, and stay in their cute cabins.

Trust us. There’s nothing quite like these local destinations and events.

What do you get when you mix pageantry and pipe bands?

Maxville’s  Glengarry Highland Games. This year marks the 75th anniversary celebration of Scottish heritage—complete with highland dancing, sporting events, and live entertainment.

The Apples & Art Annual Studio Tour across Cornwall & SDG Counties reveals the hidden talent in our communities when artists and creators open their studios to the public. To the folks considering it: We hope to inspire you to fill your home with art you love!”

—Barbel

Smith,

Artist, Green Valley

The Cornwall Motor Speedway has put on high-speed stock car racing since 1969. Some people come for the loud rumbling engines, some for the high-speed passing, and some for the rollovers. It’s great family entertainment, simple as that.”

—Raymond Lavergne, Promoter

The Akwesasne International Pow Wow takes place on the shores of the St. Lawrence River at the tail-end of summer. The largest cultural event of the year brings together hundreds of Indigenous dancers and drummers, artisans, food vendors, and the grateful throngs who enjoy it all.

 Pumpkinferno at Upper Canada Village in Morrisburg is a spellbinding fall event. After dark, walk the kilometre-long trail through the historic village and marvel at the 7,000 illuminated, hand-carved pumpkin exhibits.

An institution in Cornwall,  Archie’s was built for outdoor lovers. Tee up on the aqua driving range or the 9-hole par 3 course or 18 holes of miniature golf. Don’t forget to get a cool treat at their old-fashioned ice cream shop!

The Raisin River Canoe Race has been a popular annual springtime event since 1973. It attracts hundreds of participants and crowds of spectators line up along the 30-kilometre route between St. Andrews West to Williamstown.”

—Lissa Deslandes, Raisin Region Conservation Authority, organizers of the race

Every winter, Mill Pond swarms with hundreds of anglers for the Alexandria Ice Fishing Derby trying to land the biggest northern pike and compete for cash and prizes. This is a catch-and-release event and is open to all ages.

 Cornwall Art Walk transforms the city’s downtown core into a hub of creativity. Visual artists, musicians, dancers, theatre performers, and vendors line the streets to promote their talents and their one-of-a-kind wares. Retailers and restaurants support the event by staying open late too.

The  Cornwall Historic Walking Tour and SDG Historic Tour  honour points of interest, events, and stories from our region’s past with ethereal paintings by local artist Pierre Giroux. Cornwall’s 37 plaques can be found along the waterfront, downtown and in parts of Le Village and the east end, while 25 are peppered around the six SDG municipalities.

Get out to our farms and pick your pleasure.

Dentz Orchard and Berry Farm, Iroquois

Avonmore Berry Farm, Avonmore

Loulou Lavender, Williamstown Fields of Gold, Monkland

Cannamore Orchard, Crysler

Rubicon Farms, Avonmore

Braydale Lavender, Moose Creek Sunwheel Farms, Alexandria

Charlottenburgh

Step into nature along County Road 2 from Cornwall to Lancaster at the Raisin Region Conservation Authority’s three Conservation Areas. 18045 County Road 2

Gray’s Creek: Park/picnic area, trails, geocaches, marina, boat launch, snowshoe rentals

Cooper Marsh: Interpretive centre, trails, wildlife viewing blinds & platforms

Charlottenburgh Park: Camping, beach, picnic area, trails, boat launch

Cooper Marsh

Park strawberries apples lavender flowers blueberries raspberries black raspberries pumpkins sunflowers

Farm to Table

1 Just Farms, Alexandria

Everyone goes to their in-town farmstand for their 30 varieties of tomatoes, fresh veg, strawberries, and preserves.

4 Smirlholm Farms, Morewood

This farm transitioned from cows to bees and produces beautiful, all-natural, raw wildflower honey.

2 Cornerstone Organics,  Long Sault A first-generation farm that grows seasonal veggies and year-round greens, produces teas and honey, and hosts events.

5 Rutabaga Ranch, Brinston Jaymie and Robert grew up on dairy farms but now operate a biodiverse farm that grows the most scrumptious produce.

Our Local Markets:

Kinsmen Cornwall Farmers’ Market

• Cornwall Seaway Valley Growers Market

• Iroquois Farmers’ Market

Long Sault Farmers’ Market

•

Maxville Farmers’ Market

•

Morrisburg Farmers’ Market •

Williamsburg Country Market

•

Our region is infused with millennia of farming traditions and techniques passed down from Indigenous peoples and Europeans who arrived in the late 18th century. This agricultural heritage has led to a new generation of sons and daughters of the soil—and a long list of modern farms. Here are six standouts.

3 Paperboat Farms,  Newington

It’s all about the garlic! This unique market farm sells 31 varieties of certified organic, nonGMO bulbs and garlic products.

6 Pitt Street Garden, Cornwall

This urban market farm cultivates organic vegetables and microgreens on only one acre of land.

I’m in

the mood for comfort food

I’m Where Should I Eat? Hungry.

 Edward’s Bistro, Cornwall An all-scratch kitchen that plates up big portions.

Jack’s Pub, Williamstown A local watering hole with really good grub.

Schnitzel’s, Cornwall A European-inspired menu full of satisfying dishes.

 Rock'n Ronda's Diner & Pizzeria, Avonmore Subs, sandwiches, burgers and retro flavours.

Serve

me up some international flavours

 Wow India, Cornwall Exceptionally delicious desi dishes.

Sol de Acapulco, Ingleside Mexican and German food done right.

Yefsi, Iroquois Delighfully great Greek food in South Dundas.

 Spicy Pearl, Cornwall Caribbean and Thai cuisine for the win.

Refined dining, please

I’d like to feast al fresco

Ya ‘Za!

 Buvette du Marché, Alexandria Tapas-style plates with sultry vibes.

Casa Paolo, Cornwall Authentic Italian recipes, just like Nonna made.

Tauro, Cornwall NEW!

Seafood, steaks, fusion food in an upscale setting.

Sheep's Head Bistro, Glen Walter Delightfully fresh dishes, experimental cocktails and bar bites.

 Perch and Paddle

Pub, Lancaster NEW! A contemporary eatery right on the St. Lawrence.

Hops & Barley, Cornwall

Everything from pasta to pub fare on a pretty patio.

Blue Anchor, Summerstown

The classic riverside hangout with casual pub fare.

 The North Glengarry, Alexandria Sit by the waterfall to enjoy the contemporary menu items.

 Fraser Creek Pizza

Farm, Summerstown NEW! Wood-fired pizzas made with local ingredients.

King George, Cornwall Classic, thickly topped Cornwall-style pizza.

Iron Forge, Winchester Sourdough crust makes their pies unforgettable.

 Esca, Cornwall A newschool pizza joint with flair.

The Wine and Ale Trail

There are stories behind most of our wines and beers and we love to tell them during our tastings.”

We designed our brewery for the overall experience—from the large patio, weekly live entertainment, thoughtful touches of local history, and of course, great beer.”

Cornwall

Long Sault Ingleside Morrisburg

Mountain

Alexandria

Bainsville

Glen Robertson NEW! NEW!

—John Wright, co-owner, Lost Villages Brewery, Long Sault

—Smokie Leblanc, owner Smokie Ridge Vineyard & Microbrewery, Mountain

The St. Lawrence River offers a big selection of quality fish to catch whether on a boat or along the shoreline. Most anglers know its riches of trophy fish including bass, muskie, and walleye.”

—Robert Martin, Tight Lines Tackle

Wheelie Fun

The Cornwall and SDG Counties region has blown up as a cycling destination thanks to gradual and consistent infrastructure investments. We have it all here: dedicated bike routes, ribbons of country roads, forested trails, and a purpose-built race track. Ride on!

With the hard-earned designation as a Silver Bicycle-Friendly City, Cornwall has 40+ kilometres of dedicated bike lanes, 62+ kilometres of off-street recreation paths, and 100% bike rack-equipped transit buses which makes exploring the city on two wheels attractive. A coveted section of that network is the Riverside Trail, an uninterrupted 18-kilometre jaunt on the length of Cornwall’s waterfront. It’s also part of the larger Great Lakes Waterfront Trail that continues west for

another 25 kilometres to Upper Canada Village near Morrisburg, and east for 45 kilometres to the Quebec border. Bike rentals are available at Marina 200 and you can park-and-ride for free from the Civic Complex—the perfect launch point for a ride.

Cyclists who want to stretch their legs on longer open-road tours can hop on any of the 19 Adventure Club Routes established by Cornwall and SDG Counties. There are more than 1,000

kilometres of road riding that meander through the region with waypoints at major local landmarks, shops, restaurants, and parks.

For fat biking and mountain biking trails, point your wheels towards Guindon Park in Cornwall and  Summerstown Trails in Summerstown. Each park has 10 kilometres of dedicated trails in summer and winter. Fat bike rentals are available at Summerstown Trails.

Bicycle motocross riders can hit up one of Ontario’s longest and top-ranked tracks at the  Cornwall BMX Club. There are casual, open ride times, coaching clinics, as well as 40+ races per year.

For sales and service, two Cornwall bike shops— Total Cyclery and Bicycle World —will gladly welcome you with a smile.

Happy Trails

Surface:Paved(P)Natural(N)Walking/Hiking Trails/Park

A’nowara’ko:wa

Arena Walking Trail Akwesasne P

Cass Bridge Conservation Area Winchester N

Charlottenburg Park Summerstown N

Cooper Marsh South Lancaster N

Glengarry Trails Alexandria N

Gray’s Creek Glen Walter N/P

Guindon Park Cornwall N

Riverside Trail Cornwall N/P

Long Sault Parkway

Long Sault/ Ingleside N/P

McIntosh Park Conservation Area Berwick N

Moose Creek Recreation Trail Moose Creek N

Oschmann Conservation Area Winchester N

Reveler Conservation Area Crysler N

Robert Graham Conservation Area Brinston N

Summerstown Trails Summerstown N

Two Creeks Conservation Area Morrisburg N

Upper Canada Migratory Bird Sanctuary Ingleside N

Warwick Forest Berwick N Cycling MountainbikingFatbiking SnowshoeingX-countryskiingGeocaching

There are 30 km of trails for cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, fat biking and walking. They’re wellmarked, impeccably maintained by our volunteers, and nicely spaced out with multiple intersections so you can take a different route every time out.”

—Jean-Pierre Tibi, Summerstown Trails, Williamstown

Park It

Cornwall’s sprawling riverfront Lamoureux Park plays host to the summer’s hottest events.

Talented travelling ribbers always come to Cornwall Ribfest for the best and biggest BBQ party. Towers of smoke will lead you to the sizzling and sticky ribs and chicken vendors, but you won’t want to miss the other food vendors, live entertainment, and midway rides.

This city likes the sound of music so it hosts  Arts in the Park all summer long. This series of free outdoor concerts features favourite local musicians and performers. It’s a great place to park your dinnertime picnic.

The Eastern Ontario Garlic Festival celebrates 10 years in 2024. This gathering of garlic farmers, food, artists and community will also host its first Growing Together Conference and Summit.

Cornwall Culture Fest celebrates the multicultural mosaic of Akwesasne, SDG Counties, and Cornwall. Watch song and dance performances, eat traditional cuisines, and pick up art, clothing, jewelry and gifts from around the world.

The city’s pride week culminates with the vibrant and highly anticipated PRIDE Parade and Festival Join our vibrant LGBTQ+ community and enjoy live music, drag performances, vendors booths, BBQ, beer tent and bouncy castles, and more!

The 240th Anniversary of the Founding of New Johnstown and the Royal Townships celebrates the multicultural history of our area. The event features a heritage village, a living history encampment, and military manoeuvres.

Four for Fore

We asked our resident golf expert to share the most memorable (read: challenging) local holes.

Hole #11

at the Cornwall Golf and Country Club, Glen Walter

“This dogleg left par 5 is known for “The Guard”, an ancient and mighty oak tree near the green. A good tee shot will get most players past or right of the fairway bunker. “The Guard” on the left and bush on the right makes for a narrow neck to a double-tier green. Whatever you do, if the pin is in the front, don’t hit it long!

Hole #3

MacLennan Course at Summerheights

Golf Links, Cornwall

“This short par 4 at just 322 yards may

look simple. But you must place your ball in the middle of the fairway to have your best chance of hitting the green. Instead of reaching for your driver, the smart option is to use a shorter club for precision rather than distance! The green is also angled away from the fairway with a huge bunker protecting the right side so come in high, especially if the pin is in the back.”

Hole #11

at the Glengarry Golf and Country Club, Alexandria

“Your tee shot must be placed just so! Hit it right and you won’t

have a shot into this uphill par 4 green. Too far left? You’ll have a really long shot to a well-protected green. Did I mention that there’s also a creek that comes into play?”

Hole #14

at Upper Canada Golf Club, Morrisburg

“At 547 yards this par 5 is not for the weakkneed. With water up the left side and trees along the right, this is a shotmaker’s hole. Three consecutive shots must be hit precisely or you'll find yourself in trouble. Practice patience and try not to be overly aggressive. Take your 5 and move along!

Carol Ann Baxter owns the iconic Archie’s (see p.8). She is also the Executive Director for the PGA of Canada Ottawa

Zone, Regional Manager/Ottawa

Region for Golf Ontario, and a Life Member of LPGA Professionals.

Don’t feel like clubbing? We have disc golf, too!

Gunpowder Golf & Country Club Apple Hill

Cornwall Disc Golf Cornwall

Rick Cauvier Memorial Park South Mountain

Brrrrring It!

The coolest activities this side of the St. Lawrence River.

Aim for the river when you’re sledding the slopes at Lamoureux Park in Cornwall and the Long Sault Hill

Be delighted by the thousands of twinkling lights and festive decor at Upper Canada Village’s Alight at Night in Morrisburg.

Rent an ice fishing hut on Hoople Creek from Relic Outfitters in Ingleside. You can even spend the night!

Cornwall’s Big Ben Ski Centre is a little urban gem. Downhill or cross-country ski, snowboard, ride the rail park or just join in the regular festivities.

Make sure you feed the nuthatches while you’re out cross-country skiing or snowshoeing at the  Upper Canada Migratory Bird Sanctuary in Ingleside. Rentals available.

Explore the area by jumping onto  Upper Canada Snowmobile Region’s 3,000 kilometres of backcountry trails.

Pump up your cardio with a cross-country ski or fat biking session at  Guindon Park in Cornwall or Summerstown Trails. (Rentals available at S.T.)

St. Raphael’s Church was built in 1821. In 1970, a fire consumed the church, but the outer walls were spared with its impressive scale and fine masonry work. Visitors are welcome to tour this National Historical Site.

For wedding and photo reservations, and further information, please visit: SaintRaphaelsRuins.com

History, Repeated

Step back into time and explore the region's rich history.

Meet the farmer, the baker, the barber, and the dressmaker at Upper Canada Village  in Morrisburg, one of Canada’s largest living history sites.

Catch a glimpse of the people, objects, events and experiences that have shaped our regional history by stopping in for a visit at the  Cornwall Community Museum. It also hosts the national archives of the United Empire Loyalists’ Association of Canada.

The Glengarry Pioneer Museum’s pioneer buildings hold important records and artifacts of the region’s early settlers. Don’t miss this Dunvegan museum’s 1812 reenactment weekend!

Native North American Travelling College  in Akwesasne shares Mohawk history and stories of their people through contemporary art, cultural relics, and historical presentations.

To discover Glengarry’s fascinating past, dig into 300 collections of records at Alexandria’s Glengarry County Archives, housed in a building built in the late 1830s.

Then + Now

Sir John Johnson Manor

House National

Historic Site

A look at what once was… and how history lives on.

, Williamstown Historic SDG

Jail,  Cornwall

Then

Sir John Johnson raised this structure on the banks of the Raisin River between 1782 and 1792.

Now

Since 1971, Parks Canada and the Sir John Johnson Manor House Committee have cared for the property. The committee maintains the Glengarry Archives and is working on restoration plans.

St. Raphael’s Ruins, National Historic Site,  Williamstown

Then

St. Raphael’s Church, nicknamed the “Great Church in the Wilderness”, was an imposing limestone building completed in 1821. A fire consumed the building in 1970, sparing only the outer walls.

Now

The grand scale and fine masonry of the remaining structure— paired with its bucolic setting—attract visitors to this site. The Ruins were declared a National Historic Site in 1999.

Then

Between 1833 and 2002, this building was an asylum, a house of refuge, a courthouse, and a minimum and maximum security jail.

Now

In spring and summer, tour the jail and hear stories about incarcerated characters, unsolved mysteries, and daring escapes. See the original courthouse and creepy cell blocks, enjoy movie nights in the exercise yard and explore paranormal activity.

Then

Cline House was built in 1854 for Samuel Cline and Margaret Dickenson Cline and stayed in the family until 1955.

Now

Today, it is one of the city’s most coveted assets. It operates as a gallery showcasing local and visual artists, a space for special events, as well as a studio that supports visual arts programming for anyone who wants to discover their artistic talents.

Then

Mille Roches, Moulinette, Sheek, Wales, Dickinson’s Landing, Farran’s Point, Aultsville, Morrisburg, Iroquois and the smaller hamlets of Santa Cruz, Woodland, and Maple Grove were permanently submerged to make way for the St. Lawrence Seaway and Moses-Saunders Dam in 1958.

Now

The Museum pays homage to these villages and hamlets—and the people who once called them home. Visitors are invited to explore 10 fully restored buildings—including the Stuart Home and the Moulinette train station—from the original villages and hamlets.

Cline House,  Cornwall

Lost Villages Museum,  Long Sault

Lovely Locales

The venues you’ll love…and the organizations and events that fill them.

Aultsville Theatre  can be found on the grounds of St. Lawrence College. As a 680-seat large theatrical roadhouse, it hosts the Cornwall Concert Series and other touring performers as well as local Seaway Valley Theatre Company  productions. The SVTC also puts on exciting shows throughout the year at The Ianni Performance Hall, located in their theatre in downtown Cornwall.

Bonnie Glen Pavilion in Alexandria plays host to many banquets and weddings throughout the year but also serves as the place for Francophone music and comedy shows put on by Le centre culturel Les trois p’tits points

Cline House’s original charm and Georgian architectural details amplify every exhibit whether contemporary or traditional, solo or large group. Consider a workshop delivered by professional artists who are eager to help you explore new techniques and disciplines.”

—Emily

McLeod,

Visual Arts Coordinator

A Cornwall landmark since 1941,  The Port Theatre is a 450-capacity venue with a full-sized stage, great acoustics, and a licenced bar. They host live music and cinema events throughout the year.

Located in a 205-year-old former gristmill, the Priest's Mill Art Centre was renovated and reopened in 2023. Visiting guests, local artists, and eager learners will enjoy the refreshed gallery and studio for glass arts and other media.

The Atlantic Pub & Eatery in Alexandria is the perfect place for dinner and great Glengarry

There’s a real warmth to Winchester’s Old Town Hall . It’s a 96-seat black box theatre with amazing acoustics.

 The Dundas County Players, our local theatre group, petitioned the township to turn it into a theatre. A Bunch of People Arts & Events also uses the space to put on productions and Railroad Recording company brings in musical acts, too.”

—Amanda Burger, A Bunch of People Arts & Events - Old Town Hall

entertainment. Music, comedy, and solid-sounding jam nights are on regular rotation.

In Cornwall, the nightlife belongs to La Maison Tavern. Management likes to stock the schedule with live music from local and touring bands, comedy shows, and drag shows too.

Music lovers from near and far know  StoneCrop Acres Winery not only for their vintages but for their Concerts at the Winery. Put on in partnership with Harmony Concerts, the series features an exciting mix of dynamic emerging and established musicians.

People like Morrisburg’s  Upper Canada Playhouse because we put on professional theatre and live music shows in a repurposed toothbrush factory year-round. Plus, there’s no bad seat in the house. The St. Lawrence Acoustic Stage and other performing arts companies also use our space for their productions.”

—Donnie Bowes, Artistic Director, Upper Canada Playhouse

Kid’s Connect 4

Snap a photo at four or more of these destinations and come claim a special sticker pack at the Cornwall Visitor Centre or the Historic SDG Jail!

 Saunders Hydro

Dam Visitor Centre, Cornwall Learn about one of the largest engineering projects in Canada.

 Upper Canada

Village, Morrisburg

Hear stories of life in the 1860s and visit with the horses, cattle, and other animals.

Vanderlaand the Barnyard Zoo, Inkerman Peacocks and emus and goats, oh my! Visit this petting zoo for the biggest smiles.

Akwesasne

Skatepark NEW! and Alexandria

Skatepark NEW!: Ride the ramps, rails, and bowls at these two incredible skateparks.

Luminous Long

Sault , Long Sault NEW! In a watercraft or on shore, there is no bad vantage point for this drone light show.

Prehistoric World, Morrisburg

Meet the life-sized Triceratops, T-Rex, and all their friends at this reproduction park.

 Glengarry, Nor'Westers and Loyalist Museum, Williamstown

Discover the exciting lives of explorers and fur traders!

Split Rock Farms Alpacas, Apple Hill

Take a hay ride to visit and feed the 100+ alpacas that live here.

 Oschmann Forest’s Maple Syrup Education Program, Winchester

Take a forest walk to learn about maple syrup production.

Cannamore Orchard, Crysler Pick strawberries, apples, and pumpkins, wander giant hedge mazes and ride the spooky wagon.

Aquatic Centre, Cornwall Take the plunge in the pool, relax in the hot tub, or careen down the two-storey waterslide.

Poutine Feast , Cornwall Vendors hawk their delicious combinations of fries, gravy, and cheese at Lamoureux Park.

Nativity Bowl, Cornwall This awesome alley will line ‘em up so you can knock ‘em down. Try Rock n’ Bowl! Fat Les’s Scoop and Putt , Bonville What do you call a chip truck, ice cream shop AND a mini-golf course? Fun!

Iroquois Applefest , Iroquois The Kids’ Zone, featuring train rides, entertainment, and cotton candy, makes for core memories!

Winchester Dairyfest , Winchester

A three-day affair with a roller night, live music, and even a tractor parade!

True Confections

There’s so much cool stuff like warhead candies, disgusting things like crickets and scorpions, fudge, and bubble tea. There are even old arcade games like Donkey Kong and Pacman.”

—Beatrice, 11, co-owner, Violet’s Vault, Iroquois

Everyone should come here because they’ll love all the flavours of popcorn, the candy, chocolate and everything else in the store. The people that work here are also the reason the store is so special.”

—Jack, co-owner, Happy Popcorn Co., Cornwall

Satisfy your cravings and stop by these sweet sensations.

Fairy Sweet,  Cornwall

Downtown’s gourmet bakery with the most delightful cakes and cupcakes, brownies and squares, and donuts and pies.

Sip n’ Scoop,  Cornwall

Try the most decadent waffles and crepes but don’t forget to try their drink specialty: bobba tea with choose-your-own flavour combinations.

Ingleside Bakery and Gourmet Foods,  Ingleside

Satisfy that sweet-tooth craving with everything from cinnamon buns, doughnuts, cheesecake, jams, and more!

Muir’s Bakery,  Maxville

Though Muir’s prepares Scottish classics like haggis and steak and kidney pie, people come for their Empire biscuits, cakes, pastries, and pies, too.

Upper Canada Creamery Iroquois

Take Me To the Fair

Between the rides, the tractor pulls, live music, and livestock, there’s always something that will please the young—and the young at heart.

Avonmore Fair

Chesterville Fair

Maxville Fair

South Mountain Fair

Stormont County (Newington) Fair

Williamstown Fair

The Haul

A sampling of items you can pick up at our amazing gift shops.

1 Handmade Sign, Cedar & Fern, Alexandria

2 Glengarry teacups, Rob McIntosh, Lancaster

3 Beaded lanyard, Hummingbird Gift Shop, Akwesasne

4 Garlic olive oil, black truffle sea salt and white balsamic vinegar, Nickel & Ore, Cornwall

5 Sirius Quarts, Healing Wishes, Cornwall

6 Wooden tree shelf made by SDG’s Begin Bounty and Boards, Seaway Crafter’s Guild, Morrisburg NEW!

7 Hollyhawk printed leather cuffs, Planted Arrow Flowers & Gifts, Winchester

8 Puppy polish, puppy polisher, and pet celebration cake kit, Once Upon A Coffee Shop, Cornwall

9 1803 soy candles, Aultsville Station Country Shop, Morrisburg NEW!

10 Charcuterie board and spoon by Martintown’s Love & Hart, sold at Treats & Treasures Gift Shop, Finch

11 Turkish cotton throw, Life’s Little Pleasures, Cornwall

For Comfort and Class

Find the amenities you need and bed down in one of Cornwall’s best-loved brand hotels.

FreeWiFi Pool Hotel

FitnessCentrePet-FriendlyFreeParkingRestaurantFreeBreakfastBusinessCentre

Hampton Inn by Hilton

Ramada by Wyndham

Super 8 by Wyndham

Comfort Inn

Best Western Parkway & Conference Centre

Ramada Hampton Inn

Best Western Comfort Inn

Unique Stays

Find ideal accommodations to rest your weary head—from a familyfriendly treehouse to one of the oldest inns in Ontario.

The Goose

Jamink Farm,  St. Andrews West

a cute cabin, a swimming pond, and a silvopasture forest to explore, no wonder this was a Finalist for Best Hipcamps to Visit in 2023.

Robin’s Roost ,  Ingleside This treehouse-inspired cabin is located in the Upper Canada Bird Sanctuary, sleeps six, and grants you access to your own private beach.

Cottages at Cameron’s Point , Summerstown Take your pick of the Brown or Green Cottage. Each one has what you need for a good time: enough space for 8 to 10 guests, large back decks with riverviews, BBQs, and private fire pits.

Ponderosa Ranch Resort , Lancaster Expect seclusion at this five-bedroom log cabin.

The 35-acre property has its own walking trails, swimming pond, fire pits and sauna.

Chesley’s Inn, in downtown Cornwall, is the crown jewel of exceptional lodgings in the region. Built in 1814, the rooms were carefully restored and outfitted with elegant amenities.

For a family adventure or a romantic getaway, stay in a Mongolian yurt at Groovy Yurts, located just outside of Alexandria. It’s the perfect four-season basecamp for local adventures.

The Studio at Louck’s Pasture,  Chesterville NEW! An intimate studio apartment tucked into a hobby farm barn.

Ferme Butte and Bine,  Williamstown Stay in this 1812 farmhouse and be sure to order the homemade organic sourdough waffles with local maple syrup.

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Upper Canada Campground in Morrisburg is a family favourite. The kids love the basketball and volleyball courts, two pools, and four playgrounds while parents enjoy clean sites and a lively social scene.

 Charlottenburgh Park ’s campground in Summerstown takes up but a quarter of a larger 235-acre green space. After setting up camp, hike the network of nature trails, swim in the river or lounge on the beach, or launch your boat to head out for a fishing session.

Cool Camps

Life is better al fresco, with friends, by the campfire. Here are three places to set up tent and/or trailer.

Long Sault Parkway  which runs from Long Sault to Ingleside on an archipelago of 11 islands has a motherload of campgrounds, with an ample number of waterfront campsites and cabins. They typically open on the May long weekend and close on Thanksgiving weekend but some have extended seasons. Check with the St. Lawrence Parks Commission for additional information.

A Weekend Away

Mix and match for your ideal weekend itinerary.

The Glengarry Rambler Stay+

Play:

Launch your kayak or canoe at the colourful and Instaworthy  Lancaster Wharf to discover the beauty of the St. Lawrence and Raisin River

Set a target on your friends at  Bowman’s Tag in Maxville. It’s like archery but less lethal! As an exciting alternative, flex your creative muscles by taking a workshop at Trading Post Studio in Lancaster.

Enjoy a luxurious eco-lodge at  Laura’s B&B NEW! or an equally sumptuous yet urban stay at Auberge Glengarry Inn For something different, bed down in the Mongolian tent at Groovy Yurts

In South Glengarry’s lovely Lancaster, you must stop in at the Deirdre Cuggy Art Barn and  Millworks and Co. In the North, you won’t leave empty-handed if you go to Alexandria’s Cedar and Fern

Where to start? With cheese, of course! Try award-winning Glengarry Fine Cheese and Fauxmagerie Zengarry. Eat tapas and sip gorgeous cocktails at La Buvette du Marché and savour notable nosh by the riverside at  Perch and Paddle Pub NEW!

The Cornwall Adventurer Stay+ Play:

Stay in Cornwall’s most historic accommodation,  Chesley’s Inn or opt for a modern escape in the city centre at Khlozy Escape

Get your fashion fix at Love and Lee, Echo Trends, the Cornwall Square, and Nickel & Ore

Rent bicycles at  Marina 200 and ride the  Riverside Trail through Lamoureux Park or circumnavigate the entire city on the Urban Loop

Sample the city’s best downtown eateries with Cornwall Food Tours. For a tasty learning experience, take a culinary class at  Essential Kitchen

Head over to Akwesasne’s  Poptronic NEW! for an exciting virtual reality rush or work your way out of a downtown riddle room at  Rush Hour Escapes

Trouvez vos saveurs

Visitez le Réseau agroalimentaire de l’Est ontarien pour trouver des fermes, des saveurs locales, des artisans culinaires, des marchés champêtres, des festivals culinaires et bien plus encore.

The Stormont Suite Stay+ Play:

Scout the entire length of the  Long Sault Parkway by trying the “Park It and Parkway” cycling route as seen on Ride with GPS.

Roam the sunflower and cut-flower fields at Fields of Gold in Monkland and grab a fragrant bunch at  Braydale Lavender in Moose Creek.

North Stormont

South Stormont

You’ll have a beautifully remodelled and impeccably appointed barn to yourself at the  Lost Village Guest House NEW! in Ingleside.

Grab soaps and soft-skin potions at Cedar Barn Homestead in Avonmore. Jump over to Johnson's Antique Reproductions. in St. Andrews West for gorgeous solid wood furniture and home goods. Have camping and fishing needs? Relic Outfitters in Ingleside can stock you up.

Sleeping in the waterfront cabins at  McLaren Campground on the Long Sault Parkway makes for spectacular sunrise and sunset views.

Join the locals at their favourite watering hole, O’Neills Pub in Long Sault. Just west,  Butler’s Restaurant in Ingleside prioritizes tasty homemade dishes; further north, The Creek Bistro Pub and Market NEW! in Moose Creek serves elevated casual fare in a welcoming space.

• 125-SEAT PATIO. OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK FOR LUNCH & SUPPER

• FAMILY RESTAURANT & TAVERN

• HEATED OUTDOOR POOL, HOT TUB & SAUNA

• JACUZZI ROOMS & SUITE

• FREE HIGH SPEED INTERNET

3rd annual Soak Up The Sunflowers and Bee Amazed event on the weekends of July 27 & 28 and Aug 3&4

Live music, honey themed cocktails, educational exhibits and horse-drawn wagon rides. Something for all ages. We also do pickup orders at the farm 7 days a week.

The Dundas Tour Stay+ Play:

Find deep slumber in Winchester at a well-appointed not-so-tiny house called  The Lofty Nest or choose a classic Terrace Green B&B with lovely host Annette at the helm!

Shoppers from all over go to Winchester’s Rideau Auctions

Liquidation Centre to snag great deals. Stylish women go to  Main Street Clothing and Juli Fashion in Winchester and Morrisburg, respectively; those who love unique items beeline to Williamsburg’s Arabesque Pottery and Morrisburg’s Barnful O’Goodies

North Dundas

South Dundas

Wander  Williamsburg’s Seven Willows, a unique 7.5-acre property with eight distinct garden zones including 175 varieties of daylilies.

Sherry’s may be Williamsburg’s place for soups and sandwiches but do not leave without her sweets! For a loaded slice (or full pie), get to either Mr. Mozzarella locations in Winchester or Iroquois. To watch big ships while eating a hearty dinner, grab a seat at The Alibi in Iroquois.

Head to Inkerman's  Oak Valley Pioneer Park to wander the nut tree arboretum . Can you identify the 25 nut species?

Spend the day in the trees at the spectacular  Upper Canada Golf Course in Morrisburg or take the back roads by bike on the “Wine and Cheese Anyone” route. Taste the terroir at StoneCropAcres Winery in Morrisburg and Upper Canada Creamery in Iroquois along the way.

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Add these to your bucket list! Ajoutez-les à votre liste de ch oses à faire!

from our fields.

Cueillez des fruits dans nos champs.

our family attractions. Nos attractions familiales vous attendent.

in our wineries and breweries. Visitez nos vignobles et nos brasseries.

our award-winning cheeses. Dégustez nos fromages primés.

our trails and roads. Parcourez nos sentiers et nos routes à vélo

a sensational theatre show. Assistez à un spectacle de théâtre sensationnel.

about our fascinating history. Découvrez notre histoire fascinante.

joy at our fairs, festivals, and events. Trouvez la joie dans nos foires, festivals et événements.

the St. Lawrence River. Explorez le fleuve Saint-Laurent.

our world-famous pizza. Savourez notre pizza de renommée mondiale.