CWL-SDG-Guide-2025 by SDG Tourism

Wanderer, Meet Wonder

Here, it’s not just the destination that matters, but the journey—the unhurried pace, the gentle unfolding of each moment.

Find richness in gathering with locals who share stories as easily as they share a smile, taste flavours as vibrant as the land itself, wander landscapes that feel as old as time, and explore lively city streets that hum with creativity and connection.

In Cornwall and SDG Counties, history lingers in quiet spaces, and curiously bridges past and present in ways both grounding and a little bit mysterious. It’s a place to breathe deeply and to feel truly welcomed.

So pull up a chair, stay awhile, and discover a destination that feels, in the best way, like coming home.

The 2025 edition of this visitor guide is proudly produced by: Shauna Baggs, Tourism Supervisor, Cornwall Tourism

Hassan Rafiei, Tourism Development Officer, Cornwall Tourism

Karina Belanger, Acting Manager, Economic Development, SDG Counties

Cory Hagen, Acting Tourism Coordinator, SDG Tourism

Chantal Tranchemontagne, Content Director, Big Catch Communications

Susan Marriner, Graphic Designer, Marriner Design

Contributing Photographers: Gina Dragone, Gina Dragone Photography

Laura Bombier and Max Atwood, Creative Good Inc.

Lee Ladouceur, Ladouceur Photo

Nicholas Seguin, Nicholas Seguin Creative

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

North Stormont

Best known for: U-pick at Avonmore Berry Farm and Rubicon Farms (Avonmore), covered ODRs (Moose Creek and Finch), and Sand Road Maple Farm (Moose Creek)

Fave hangout zones: Countryside Adventures (Moose Creek), Reveler Conservation Area (Crysler), and DC Vollrath Memorial Park (Finch)

Most Instagrammable: Old General Store (Crysler)

North Dundas

Best known for: Summertime Garden Party Markets (Winchester), The Makers Hub (Winchester), Loughlin’s Country Store (Hallville)

Fave hangout zones: Sweet Corner Park (Winchester), South Mountain Fair (South Mountain), Vanderlaand the Barnyard Zoo (Inkerman)

Most Instagrammable: Apple Stock Orchard, (Winchester)

South Dundas

Best known for: McHaffie’s Flea Market (Morrisburg), Tubie Festival (Morrisburg), Arabesque Pottery (Williamsburg)

Fave hangout zones: Iroquois and Morrisburg beaches, Galop Canal (Iroquois), the waterfront for ship watching

Most Instagrammable: Prehistoric World (Morrisburg)

This Is Us

South Stormont

Best known for: Carp fishing (Long Sault), the Lost Villages Museum (Long Sault), and Hoople Bay ice fishing (Ingleside)

Fave hangout zones: Upper Canada Migratory Bird Sanctuary (Ingleside), Lost Villages Brewery (Long Sault), and Long Sault Parkway (Long Sault/Ingleside)

Most Instagrammable: Outdoor mural at O'Neills Pub

Cornwall

Best known for: Cycling the Riverside Trail, cultural festivals, world-famous pizza, and waterfront events

Fave hangout zones: Lamoureux Park , Guindon Park , and the downtown core

Most Instagrammable: "I ♥ Cornwall sign" (corner of Pitt and First St downtown)

North Glengarry

Best known for: Glengarry Highland Games (Maxville), Fauxmagerie Zengarry (Alexandria), and Priest’s Mill Arts Centre (Alexandria)

Fave hangout zones: Island Park (Alexandria), Loch Garry (Alexandria), and Wood Brothers Brewing (Glen Robertson)

Most Instagrammable: Glengarry Pioneer Museum (Dunvegan)

South Glengarry

Best known for: Raisin River Canoe Race (St. Andrew’s), perch rolls, Main St. shopping (Lancaster), and Williamstown Fair (Williamstown)

Fave hangout zones: Cooper Marsh Conservation Area (Lancaster), Summerstown Trails (Summerstown), Charlottenburg Beach (Summerstown), and South Lancaster Wharf (Lancaster)

Most Instagrammable: Pumpkin wall at Marlin Orchards and Garden Centre (Summerstown)

Akwesasne

Best known for: Akwesasne Powwow, Akwesasne Art Market & Juried Show, handwoven baskets, lacrosse stick production, and raised beadwork

Fave hangout zones: A'nowara'ko:wa Arena and Akwesasne Skatepark (Kawehno:ke/Cornwall Island), and Generations Park (Akwesasne, NY)*

Most Instagrammable: Poptronic virtual reality studio’s graffiti wall (Kawehno:ke)

*Passport required.

Come Find Us

We’re in a really good place, protected from the frenzied pace of the city yet close enough to benefit from the pulse of the urban jungle. Here’s how to reach us.

By car

A one-hour drive from Ottawa and Montreal, and a quick jaunt from Northern New York, will get you to Cornwall, SDG Counties, and Akwesasne. Each community is easily accessible via Highways 401 and 417, and NY Route 37 via the Three Nations Bridge Crossing.

Planning a visit to Akwesasne?

Please visit the Akwesasne Travel website to learn more about the community, its geographical spread, and potential border crossing requirements.

By train

You can ride the rails with Via Rail and Amtrak with service to Cornwall and Alexandria.

By boat

Cruise the St. Lawrence River to reach our waterfront communities in your own vessel or consider a trip with St. Lawrence Cruise Lines. The classic Canadian riverboat plies the waters—and goes through the locks in Iroquois—with overnight ports in Cornwall and Morrisburg.

The Quintessentials

These authentic local experiences are calling for you.

Don your tartan and head to the annual  Glengarry Highland Games in Maxville, one of North America’s largest Scottish festivals. Excellent experiences await you: sonorous pipe bands, highland dancing, caber tosses and tug-of-war, and vendors hawking everything from tartan goods to Scottish delicacies.

In 2025, celebrate the 55th edition of Morrisburg’s quirkiest festival, Tubie Weekend. Float your decorated inner tube downriver, vying for a prize for the fastest time or most creative design. Off the water, indulge in food, music, family-friendly activities, and the spirit of summer.

Fields of Gold has earned a reputation as a beautiful day trip destination in Monkland. In summer and fall, snap your selfies in the sunflower fields, pick fresh flowers in the u-pick zone, get lost in the corn maze, and roam the pumpkin patch.

European-style and aged cheeses from Glengarry Fine Cheese have helped put Lancaster on the map. Take home a wedge of their Global Cheese Awards-winning varieties: the soft and creamy Celtic Blue (Gold), semi-firm Lankaaster Aged organic (Gold), and well-balanced Iron Horse cheddar (Best International Cheese).

Every year, we have a full lineup of exciting events including our Horse Lovers’ Weekend, 1860s Fall Fair and Quilt Show, Pumpkinferno, and  Alight at Night. Whether visitors choose to attend to learn about 19th-century living or the village as a backdrop for magical encounters, there’s no doubt they’ll be delighted.”

—Carli

Smelko, Special Events Officer, Upper Canada Village

Ooey gooey, thick-crusted, and fully loaded with toppings: that’s how we’d describe authentic Cornwall-style pizza. Order a pie from one of the old-school pizzerias like  King George Restaurant or Riverside Pizza to enjoy a slice of this beloved local specialty.

Held annually for more than 130 years, the  South Mountain Fair is a classic rural Ontario event.

Everyone loves the live music, fair food, and carnival rides but the Season Ender Bender demolition derby and the raucous rodeo are definitely the hottest tickets in town!

Hop on your board or BMX to ride the  Akwesasne Skatepark in Kawehno:ke, also known as Cornwall Island. The 9,600-square-foot waterfront park has rail features, ramps,

and a bowl so you can practice your tricks plus a splash pad and playground for more fun.

It may only be a small slope but Cornwall's  Big Ben Ski Centre features big fun. This winter, the hill is celebrating its 50th anniversary so bring or rent skis and snowboards to enjoy the special events, terrain park, rail jams, and glow nights.

The Cornwall Curling Centre  has proudly hosted The Shorty Jenkins Classic for the past seven years. We are honoured and excited to welcome world-class and Olympic-calibre curlers, as well as eager spectators, to our wonderful facility once again this September!”

—Robert Mahon, President, Cornwall Curling Centre

In our region, the  Waterfront Trail stretches all the way from Bainsville to Iroquois. Explore it on foot or bike to reach scenic parks, beaches, cities, and villages; along the way, you can enjoy stunning river views, wildlife watching, plus picnic areas and playgrounds.

Every fall, the Annual Trunk Sale at Marlin Orchards draws 100+ vendors and thousands of shoppers from near and far. The two-day affair in

Summerstown is the place to find the best original wares—like handcrafted jewellery, knitwear, pottery, woodworking, artisanal foods, and more.

Just as summer winds down, the  Akwesasne International Powwow ramps up. Colourful, powerful, and infused with pride, the region’s largest cultural event brings together local and visiting dancers, drummers, food vendors, and artisans in a show of Mohawk and Indigenous culture.

Every Sunday between May and September, stock car racers at the  Cornwall Motor Speedway put on a high-octane show for the crowd. Get in the stands to experience the roar of the engines and the excitement of fast-paced racing with Modified, Pro Stock, and Sportsman classes.

Crysler’s  Cannamore Orchard can best be described as a one-stop family fun destination. There’s apple and pumpkin picking, giant hedge mazes, cow-train and covered wagon rides, and visits with the animals. If you’re here around Halloween, you must try the spooktastic Acres of Terror experience!

Built in 1833, the  Historic SDG Jail is steeped in eerie history. You can take a tour to learn about incarcerated characters, unsolved mysteries, and bold escapes and even join a paranormal investigation. Might you meet Matthew, the boy who haunts the courthouse?

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“Where Ontario Began”

It’s not just a tagline, it’s a fact.

On their voyage into the heart of the continent, explorers navigated the St. Lawrence River into our region. Fur traders established industry here; loggers and fishermen followed suit. Soldiers and civilians loyal to the British Crown settled on the riverfront and built New Johnstown and delineated the Royal Townships, now known as Cornwall and Stormont, Dundas, and Glengarry.

What it is:

A copy of the McNiff Map

Why it matters:

Created by Patrick McNiff who was dispatched to map out Eastern Ontario before the Loyalists began to settle it. It is considered one of the most essential resources for Loyalist history as it outlines concessions and names the owner of each lot. Learn what lands were reserved for upper and lower officers, the Mohawk people, and also emancipated black soldiers.

What it is:

The John Baker display

Why it matters:

Born into slavery in the 1780s, John Baker died a free man in Cornwall in 1871. He was owned by Major John Gray, a British officer during the American Revolution and his forced labour included farming his master’s land in present-day Cornwall. Baker’s servitude continued under Gray’s son, Robert, until he was freed in 1804. After being freed, he fought for the British in the War of 1812 and later in the Battle of Waterloo against Napoleon Bonaparte.

The history and heritage of the region is chock full of fascinating details, beautifully protected and preserved at the Cornwall Community Museum & Archives

Here’s a short list of what you might want to see at the museum—and why it matters. Fun fact:

What it is:

A replica of the HMCS Stormont

Why it matters:

Named after Stormont County, this frigate for the Royal Canadian Navy, was active during World War II. Many troops from our region served on this ship during the Normandy landings and the Battle of the Atlantic. Tycoon Aristotle Onassis bought the Stormont in 1952, transforming it into a superyacht he named the Christina O. Marilyn Monroe, Frank Sinatra, and the Rockefellers were among the list of notable guests. You can still charter the ship at a rate of more than $1M per week!

One of Baker’s many descendants in the region is none other than his great-, great-, great-, great-, great-nephew, Brent Whitford, curator at the museum.

Why not begin your visit to the region with a tour of our local museum, where you can learn about our rich history! There is more to Cornwall and SDG Counties’ past than meets the eye. One of our friendly guides will be happy to assist! We look forward to greeting you!”

—Brent Whitford, Senior Curator Cornwall Community Museum

What it is:

The Cotton Mills exhibit

Why it matters:

Many of the textiles in this exhibit room were manufactured in the weaveshed of the Canada Mill, one of the four mills owned by Canada Cottons Manufacturing Company. In 1883, the weaveshed became the first ever industrial facility to be lit electrically when Thomas Edison travelled to Cornwall to turn on his incandescent lighting system. What was once a bustling industrial zone that saw the influx of many French Canadian workers has now been transformed into a revitalized hub with condos and businesses.

The original inhabitants of the land

This region sits on the unceded traditional territory of the Akwesasne Mohawk and their ancestors, a fact we acknowledge and appreciate. Their lands, including several islands and swaths along the St. Lawrence River, sit 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 southern portion of the community extends into the U.S. Regardless of these unique geopolitical boundaries, the community remains strong and united.

To learn about Mohawk history and learn their stories through contemporary art, artefacts, and presentations, visit the  North American Travelling College (Kawehno:ke), the Akwesasne Cultural Centre (Akwesasne, NY), or take one of several immersive cultural tours through Akwesasne Travel

Bishop’s House  was built in 1808 and is among the oldest and most historic buildings in Ontario. It makes the perfect backdrop for Summer Sundays, an afternoon concert series featuring local musicians. If you make your way here, be sure to visit St. Raphael’s Ruins across the road!”

—Brenda Baxter, President, Glengarry Fencibles Trust

Visit the blacksmith shop, schoolhouse, and log homes at the Glengarry Pioneer Museum in Dunvegan to explore the life and times of early Scottish settlers.

Sir John Johnson Manor House houses the Glengarry Archives, and hosts popular Williamstown Discovery Walks and paranormal investigations too.

The Cornwall Historical Walking Tour and the SDG Historic Plaque Tour put our heritage on display with stunning artwork by local artist Pierre Giroux.

The  Glengarry Nor’Westers & Loyalist Museum in Williamstown shares the exciting stories of early explorers and fur traders.

The  Glengarry County Archives in Alexandria holds the largest repository of historical records in Eastern Ontario and the greatest collection of “Glengarriana”.

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Glengarry

Nor’Westers & Loyalist Museum

The

St. Raphel’s Catholic Church Ruins

Sir John Johnson Manor

Bishop’s House

Cairn

Thompson House

Martintown Grist Mill

Celtic Music Hall of Fame

State of the Arts

Experience creativity at every corner.

Theatre

Aultsville Theatre, Cornwall’s 680-seat theatrical roadhouse, sets the stage for live music, comedy shows, theatre, and dance.

Audiences love the Dundas County Players, Winchester’s community theatre troupe, for their creativity and well-produced performances.

Morrisburg’s Upper Canada Playhouse mounts professional productions between April and December to the delight of avid theatregoers.

Music

In partnership with Harmony Concerts, Morrisburg’s StoneCropAcres hosts a series of Concerts at the Winery with musical acts of all genres.

Now acting as a venue for concerts, live performances, and movie screenings, the charming Port Theatre was built in Cornwall in the 1940s.

Every Wednesday night in the summertime, Concerts at the Grotto in Alexandria invites local musicians to put on free outdoor shows in their scenic setting.

Seaway Valley Theatre Company is Cornwall’s premier nonprofessional theatre troupe. We pride ourselves on producing fabulous shows that showcase the region’s very best talent.”

—Lise Richer, President, SVTC

The St. Lawrence Acoustic Stage presents a powerful musical lineup in a small venue. Because of this intimacy, musicians can interact with the audience more easily and deeply. That’s a big part of what makes us unique.”

—Sandra Whitworth, Artistic Director,

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NEW! After being shuttered for a few years, Priest’s Mill Arts Centre has recently reopened as Alexandria’s most exquisite art gallery and studio.

With artists selling their works, live music, and workshops, there’s an exciting vibe at the Art on the Waterfront  festival in Chesterville.

Every fall, local artists throw open their doors to welcome visitors into their creative spaces during the Apples and Arts Studio Tour weekend.

A stunningly restored 1854 home is now Cornwall’s cultural hub.

 Cline House Gallery features rotating exhibits, workshops, and community events.

Fair Game

Come for the rides, stay to make memories.

Avonmore Fair

Williamstown Fair

Chesterville Fair

Maxville Fair

South Mountain Fair

Newington (Stormont County) Fair

Best of the Fests

A shortlist of memorable, must-go events.

If you appreciate classic, vintage, and custom cars, then you’ll want to attend the  Annual Father’s Day Car Show in Lamoureux Park , hosted by the Cornwall Road Warriors.

Beer drinkers, bands, artists, and makers will come together again for the electrifying Lost and Sound Festival at Lost Villages Brewery in Long Sault.

Like listening to old-time mountain music in a gorgeous waterfront venue? Then the three-day Galop Canal Bluegrass Festival in Iroquois is just your kind of hootenanny.

The Cornwall and Area Pop Event , best known as CAPE, is a comic convention that attracts cosplayers, artists, exhibitors, and even celebrity guests.

Along with midway operators, vendors, and entertainers, talented ribbers travel to  Cornwall Ribfest in Lamoureux Park for the season’s best BBQ party.

Winchester’s Dairyfest superbly celebrates the town’s agricultural roots. Cow races, a tractor parade, a petting zoo, and a downtown street market make up the fun.

Applefest in Iroquois is celebrating its 7th edition in 2025, complete with live entertainment, a night parade, and fireworks!

The Local Palate

A destination hit list for date nights and desserts.

Bite into bliss

Chomp chocolate Guinness cupcakes from Tom’s Pantry (Alexandria); try vanilla cream choux buns from Swiss Farmer Bakery, (Maxville); delight in the dulce de leche cake from  Ingleside Bakery, (Ingleside); and peanut butter chocolate brownies from  Fairy Sweet Gourmet Bakery, (Cornwall).

Get your(n)ice cream

Stack your favourite flavours at  Ole Sugar Barn (Apple Hill);  Upper Canada Creamery (Iroquois); Winchester’s Scoop of Jo’s (Winchester); and  Cowan’s Dairy (Cornwall).

Curbside cravings

Head for the food trucks! Get favourite festival foods at Carnie’s NEW! (Cornwall), curiously yummy bacon cheese curd rolls at Chi’s Spring Rolls (Cornwall), perfectly crispy pizza rolls at The Copper Penny (Winchester), and a fusion-inspired pulled pork naan wrap at  Chef in a Bun (Cornwall).

Dine al fresco

Watch the ships while dining at the  Blue Anchor (Summerstown), get the downtown vibe at  Schnitzels European Flavours (Cornwall), enjoy the rush of the waterfall at The North Glengarry (Alexandria), and look at the St. Lawrence while lunching at  Nautica Grill & Wine (Long Sault).

Keep it intimate

When you want to have a memorable meal—where the lights are dim, the space is special, and it’s just the two of you—request a tuckedaway table at  Birchwood (Cornwall),  Sheep’s Head Bistro (Glen Walter),  Buvette du Marché (Alexandria), Casa Paolo (Cornwall).

Midday eats

Lunch like a local and tuck into a hearty soup and hot Monte Cristo at Tilly’s (Cornwall), a big sandwich at  Riley’s Bakery (Cornwall), a yummy bowl at La Belle Sorelle (Alexandria), or a flaky croissan’wich at  Simply Baked Catering (Winchester).

Pour Decisions

Four craft beers worth the trip to their bustling breweries.

Mexican Lager Floating RaspberryChurch Sour

Wood Brothers Brewing Co., Glen Robertson

Made with the distinctively citrusy motueka hops and added lime zest, this easy-drinking barley pop is the brewmaster’s creative interpretation of a classic Mexican beer.

Best enjoyed with: their homemade woodfired pizza

Lost Villages Brewery, Long Sault

This ale can pack a mouth-puckering punch. Overall, the mouthfeel is smooth, and the flavour is sumptuously jammy. What a colour, too!

Best enjoyed with: live music, courtesy of their rotating lineup of musicians.

Grape expectations

Where to go to taste the passion for cold-weather winemaking.

Stonehouse Vineyard, Alexandria

StoneCropAcres Winery and Vineyard, Morrisburg

Fernwood Estates Vineyard and Winery, Bainsville

Smokie Ridge Vineyard and Brewery, Mountain

Cornwall Golden Lager

Rurban Brewing , Cornwall

This unfiltered and unpasteurized Germanstyle helles lager is easily identified by a pleasant and sweet maltiness and light bitterness.

Best enjoyed with: a sit-down and chat with local beer lovers.

Smokie Ridge Brewery, Mountain

This cream ale-style beer with a medium-light body imparts the sweet pepper taste—without the burn. Available on tap and in cans.

Best enjoyed with: A conversation with owner Smokie Leblanc, a retired special forces paratrooper.

This region offers a vibrant beer scene with some of Canada’s top-rated beers, from traditional German lagers and bold Hazy IPAs to inventive styles crafted with unique ingredients. Many celebrate local history, drawing inspiration from the region’s storied past. From classic to experimental, there’s something for every beer lover to discover.”

—Jay Killoran, Prud’homme Certified Beer Sommelier, owner of Hop Bomb Apparel Co., Cornwall

Around the World

up flavourful Caribbean fare while Yada creates vibrant Thai dishes. Must try: tender Curry Goat and Tom Yum soup.

2 NEW! Owner Tan Masong opened the doors to Tan’s Fusion in Morrisburg to meet the town’s appetite for Thai food. Must try: Crispy Lemongrass Chicken.

Ingleside’s Restaurante Sol de Acapulco is a triple threat with German, Canadian, and

Camarones À la Diabla with pickled cactus salad.

Cornwall’s Essential Kitchen is a cooking studio offering public and private classes. Learn. Make. Eat. Enjoy! Must try: Learn to Make Poke Bowls.

5 NEW! With Machu Picchu

Latino’s Market , Cornwall has a new grocery store and also an excellent Latin American restaurant. Must try: the Mixed Ceviche plate.

kitchen at Wow India and puts out mouthwatering and expertly spiced dishes. Must try: Hariyali Fish Tikka.

7 Cornwall’s classic Greek restaurant, Philo’s, always serves big portions, bold flavours, and service with a smile. Must try: their famous pork souvlaki pita platter.

Their Field, Your Table

Where to get the freshest food plus artisanal finds.

Cornwall Kinsmen

Farmers’ Market

Iroquois

Farmers’ Market

Long Sault

Farmers’ Market

Maxville Community Market

Morrisburg

Farmers’ Market

Williamsburg Country Market

Akwesasne

Farmers’ Market

Your Guide to UPick Farms

Find your hands-on harvesting adventure.

Marlin Orchards & Garden Centre Summerstown

Bischoff Orchards Bainsville

Dentz Orchards and Berry Farm Iroquois

Avonmore Berry Farm Avonmore

Rubicon Farms Avonmore

Cannamore Orchard Crysler

AppleStock Orchard Winchester

Seven Acres Farms Ingleside

Mountain Orchards Mountain Smyth’s Apple Orchard Dundela

Fields of Gold Monkland

Rijke’s Produce Farm Morrisburg

LouLou Lavender Williamstown

Braydale Lavender Moose Creek

Brighter with Blooms NEW! Finch Sunwheel Farm Alexandria

Hot (and Cold) Pursuits

The 3Ws of our seasonal action.

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DISC GOLF

NEW! Cornwall Disc Golf

Cornwall

One of Cornwall’s best-kept secrets, the challenging ninehole course starts and ends at the Trillium Drive picnic area in Guindon Park.

GOLF

Gunpowder Golf and Country Club Apple Hill

This is the only 18-hole disc golf course in our region. The course takes about two hours to complete and takes you through oat fields and a heritage apple orchard.

Find more greens  VisitCornwallSDGcounties.ca

Upper Canada Golf Course

Morrisburg

With a painstakingly groomed course, UCGC arguably has the best 18 holes in the region. Tee off with a sunrise-and-river view.

DIVING

Summerheights Golf Links

Cornwall

Summerheights has two Par 72 courses: Matheson West is approachable but still holds a challenge while MacLennan South is the fully matured course designed to reward accurate approach shots.

Flip to p. 36 to locate all dive sites.

Fred Mercur dive site

Glen Walter

See the beautiful 232-foot wooden steam cargo ship that sank in 1925. Fun fact: The hull is still intact and contains a load of coal!

FISHING

Carp fishing, Long Sault

European anglers love to brag about the number and size of their local catches. In fact, Long Sault is known as Canada’s Carp Capital.

Lock 21 near McDonnell Island

Long Sault

This is known as one of Canada’s best surface dives and will tune you into this haunting history of the underwater communities known as the Lost Villages.

BYOB (Bring Your Own Boat)

Between Glen Walter and Crysler, you can access four marinas and five boat launches. From here, you can launch your river expedition and/or hook northern pike, walleye, smallmouth bass, carp, and muskie.

Pro tip: Cornwall’s O2ToGo Dive Centre and Lancaster’s Deco Stop can rent you equipment, fill your oxygen tanks, and help qualified divers join a local excursion.

What

CROSS COUNTRY SKIING

Upper Canada Bird Sanctuary, Ingleside

A family-friendly trail system and a ski rental program. Plus, lots of wildlife to see!

Guindon Park ,  Cornwall

A 500-acre outdoor playground with a large trail network to suit all abilities. Easy access from the city.

Find the full list of our all-season trails  VisitCornwallSDGcounties.ca

OUTDOOR SKATING

Countryside Adventures,  Moose Creek

The three-kilometre skateway through the forest is magical! And the food truck treats are pretty darn good too.

ICE FISHING

Hoople Creek , Ingleside

It’s simple—rent an ice fishing hut and all necessary equipment and bait from Relic Outfitters. Then start jigging for walleye!

SNOWMOBILING

NVSA trail around Finch, Chesterville, Winchester, Williamsburg, Morrisburg and Iroquois

Nation Valley Snowmobile Association maintains 336 kilometres of trails for your sledding pleasure.

Seven outdoor rinks, Cornwall

It’s a simple joy to skate on an ODR, especially knowing that a small army of citizens volunteer their time to maintain it.

Mill Pond, Alexandria

In the winter, head to Mill Pond, drill your hole, drop your hook, and snag yourself a beautiful catch of northern pike.

GSC trails around Alexandria, Apple Hill

For its part, Glengarry Snowmobile Club grooms 161 kilometres of trails, and is also part of the Upper Canada Region’s 3000-kilometre network.

Rolling Right Along

What you need to know to ride the region.

Are we a road cycling destination? Let us count the ways: There are more than 1,000 kilometres of road riding in the region and you can hit up local landmarks, shops, restaurants, and parks along the way.

Cornwall has an official designation as a Silver Bicycle-Friendly Community

The Riverside Trail, considered a multi-use path, runs uninterrupted for 18 kilometres along the Cornwall riverfront and historic canal; it ties into the city’s scenic 27-kilometre Urban Loop as well as the Great Lakes Waterfront Trail that travels east for 45 kilometres to the Quebec border, and west to Iroquois and beyond.

Together, Cornwall and SDG Counties curated no less than 19 GPS-guided Adventure Club Routes—each ranging from ~10 to ~75 kilometres. These themed rides introduce cyclists to everything awesome around here: historic ruins and other heritage assets, wineries, breweries, beaches, and berry farms.

In the city, you can rent a bike at Marina 200; there’s free parking in the adjacent lot at the Civic Complex.

For fat biking and mountain biking, point your wheels towards Cornwall’s Guindon Park or Summerstown Trails in Summerstown. Each park has ~10 kilometres of dedicated trails for summer and winter

use. (Note: Fat bike rentals are available at Summerstown Trails on the weekend.)

BMXers should definitely get on the jumps, bumps, and rollers of the Cornwall BMX Club in Guindon Park. It’s considered

one of the top-ranked tracks in the province.

Finally, if you need anything after all that riding, head to Cornwall’s two full-service bike shops—Total Cyclery and Bicycle World. They’ll be happy to help.

WATER SPORTS

BEACHES

As a Mohawkowned business, we understand that Akwesasne is unique culturally and geographically; we also know that visitors are fascinated to learn more about our community. From late May to early October, we give personalized boat tours so they can enjoy a taste of the true Awkesasne experience.”

—Chessie Thomas-White, Owner, Mohawk Journeys

Walks in the Park

Though we have vast green spaces in between our cities, towns, villages, and hamlets, we still very much treasure our designated green gathering spaces. See you there?

Lamoureux Park

Cornwall’s waterfront jewel

Sprawled across 43 waterfront acres, there’s lots of space to spread out a blanket and relax but also lots to do if you’re in the mood to move. To get around, use the multi-use Riverside Trail; it meanders through the entire park and connects all the points of interest. Here are the highlights:

The Bandshell is truly the central amenity in the park. Between the Arts in the Park summer concert series and big events like Ribfest , the International Afro Diversity Festival, Akwesasne Powwow, and PRIDE, the stage is almost always filled with entertainers—and we love it like that.

The Rotary Eco Garden, a revitalized ecosystem, surprisingly feels like a little getaway thanks to a cascading creek and semi-hidden hangout spots. Most kids naturally gravitate to the play structure and the splash pad but some insist on going to the Aquatic Centre for the chance to zoom down the slide. Others are just as delighted with simple fun like rolling down the steep hill towards the water or playing chase in the open spaces. No matter what they choose to do, expect happy squeals.

If you’re one who likes to ply the waters for leisure or sport, there’s a boat launch as well as Marina 200, a sheltered basin with capacity for 160 boats.

Detour to downtown

Go to Life’s Little Pleasures, for Chris’ handpicked collection of housewares, gifts, clothing, and accessories;  Love and Lee, for your fix of trendy and classic fashion pieces; Echo Trends, for its well-curated consignment boutique; and the Cornwall Square, the city’s biggest shopping mall for retail therapy and quick-service meals.

Island Park

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There’s a definite correlation between hotter temperatures and the number of people who congregate at Island Park.

The sandy public beach on Mill Pond  is a major draw. On any given day, you’ll find people sunbathing, swimming to cool off, kayaking, and angling.

Of course, the park’s playground and splash pad draw a crowd but so does the recently expanded  skatepark NEW! on the southeast section of the park.

Four soccer fields, two tennis courts, a basketball court, and a beach volleyball court round out the recreational amenities.

Finally, if you follow the paved pathways to the south of the green space, you can tuck into the Glengarry Trails, a system with more than 15 kilometres of all-season paths.

Detour to downtown

Get to Attic Treasures and Flowers for tasteful home decor items and small, elegantly upcycled furniture pieces; The Glengarry Market for its artisanal food products and seasonal fruits and veggies; and finally,  Steve’s Knotty Furniture, for functional, oneof-a kind pieces from furniture to charcuterie boards.

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The Waterfront Trail also passes through Morrisburg’s townsite, slicing through this park. That means you can walk, cycle, run, or rollerblade to where you want to go.

Along the way, you’ll come across informational plaques looking out over the river. Part of the Morrisburg Waterfront Historical Path Project , they tell the story of the town, and what changed the course of its history.

Several benches on the river’s edge provide fantastic vantage points for ship watching. It’s exciting to see the frequent parade of lakers, salties, bulkers, and even cruise ships.

Getting a cone with a chocolate and vanilla ice cream swirl at Docksyde Ice Cream and Snack Bar is a local tradition. This year marks the shop’s 20th anniversary!

Detour to downtown

Get to  Barnfull O’ Goodies to hunt for high-quality antiques and collectibles; Juli’s Fashion for elevated outfit essentials; and Biba’s Shoes for footwear that matches your mood.

Morrisburg Beach  and its sandy beach give the whole family the option to swim in the river, splash along the shallow shoreline, and/or build the most spectacular sandcastles. Steps away, the splash pad offers another refreshing retreat from the heat. There's even a double dog park for your pooch!

Staying at Chesley’s Inn is really a way to time travel into a quieter, more elegant time— but with modern amenities.”

—Robert Prowse, owner

Stop and Go

Built in 1814, Chesley’s Inn is Ontario’s oldest inn and Cornwall’s oldest surviving building is—and has always been—an important stop for people travelling between Montreal and all points west of this city.

In fact, Catherine Parr Trail, the famous British émigré and author, stayed at the inn and it’s likely Charles Dickens and Thomas Edison did, too.

Construction of the railway replaced the river as a major

mode of transportation, and the inn was transformed into a personal residence. The house eventually fell into dire disrepair—until Robert Prowse took ownership in 2013 and began restoration work. It took nearly a year to breathe life back into

the building, upgrade its systems, and design the interior to match the grandeur of the Georgianstyle architecture.

Now, Chesley’s Inn is beautifully fulfilling its primary purpose: hosting travellers who are passing through town.

Experience the heart of our community in Downtown Cornwall!

Shop local treasures, savour delicious eats, sleep in a boutique style accommodation, and enjoy every unique moment. Discover the love and warmth of our vibrant local scene. Come, experience, and fall in love with Downtown Cornwall.

Settle In

Unique stays for every style.

Camp

McLaren Campground Long Sault Parkway

Charlottenburgh Park Summerstown

Upper Canada Campground Morrisburg

Glamp

Tranquil Farm Stay* Chesterville Treehouse* in Maxville

Anastasia’s Domain* Alexandria

Luxuriate

Robin’s Roost at Upper Canada Bird Sanctuary Ingleside

Auberge Glengarry Inn

Alexandria

Cozy Waterfront Getaway* Glen Walter

* book via Airbnb

Star Stays in the City

Real reviews from fellow travellers.

Best Western Hotel And Conference Centre

Great hotel in Cornwall

We have stayed here a few times. Nice hotel, quiet rooms, with a great breakfast, with a lot of choice. There is a restaurant and bar too and we noticed an outdoor swimming pool for the summer. The rooms are spacious and the staff are excellent.

—P. Warder, Kitchener via Tripadvisor

Inn By Hilton Cornwall

Exceptional hotel for a retreat and family gathering

Excellent professional and friendly staff. They all provided excellent service during our recent stay. From start to finish, everything was executed with professionalism and care, making our event a memorable success. Their attention to detail and commitment to excellence truly exceeded our expectations. We look forward to returning in the future.

—Elham G., Quebec City via Tripadvisor

By Wyndham Cornwall

Favourite place to stay

Wonderful, friendly, accommodating staff. Pristine rooms, surprisingly nice breakfast, quiet pool, great location, free coffee. Hidden gem. I have never had a bad experience. Great for personal and business trips.

—Co3130, Ajax via Tripadvisor

Hampton

Ramada

Did you know?

Cornwall has 1,200 rooms available and 40+ Airbnb properties.

Comfort Inn

Very good deal!

Comfortable rooms. Good value for the money! Friendly staff. Would stay again and recommend it!

Super 8 By Wyndham

Zero Complaints

We stayed here driving up to New Brunswick. We had such a positive experience that we decided to stay again on our way home rather than elsewhere. Hotel was clean, everything worked well, had a very comfortable bed, it was fairly quiet, great wifi and had very friendly desk staff! It had a nice pool as well. Checkout was also quick and got us on the road.

—travellingwithkar, Windsor via Tripadvisor

So you’re hosting a special event Might we have the perfect place for you?

Dev Hotel and Conference Centre, Cornwall

This is the largest facility of its kind in Eastern Ontario. With more than 200 rooms and suites and 70,000 square feet of meeting spaces, Dev can easily accommodate groups, conferences, sports teams, and special events.

McIntosh Country Inn & Conference Centre

Morrisburg

Consider this classic 59-room country inn to board your family and friend getaways, conferences, business retreats, and special events.

Tranquility Acres

Apple Hill

With 250 acres of lush meadows, a 10,000-squarefoot log home, and a 6,000-square foot terrace, this stunning property is the most picturesque wedding venue you’ll ever see.

—Lise C., Quebec City via Yelp

Choose Your Own Adventures

Take your pick of where to go, what to see…

The Cornwall Sports Hall of Fame exhibit lines the main concourse at the Civic Complex in Cornwall. Visit to learn about the incredible feats and sporting achievements of athletes past and present.

The Maxville Fairgrounds is best known as the venue for the Glengarry Highland Games (see p.7). With facilities that can accommodate thousands of people, this beloved community space is used for other incredible events like the Maxville Fair and the Glengarry Renaissance Festival

In a small corner of Glengarry County, you’ll find Apple Hill Alpacas and a merry band of five alpacas. Visitors are welcome— by appointment only, please—to meet these curious and calm animals, as well as a family of chickens and bunnies. Pick up

insoles, socks, hats, and other warm apparel made of incredibly warm and itch-free alpaca fibre.

Discover the stories of 12 communities disrupted or disappeared by the construction of the St. Lawrence Seaway at the Lost Villages Museum in Long Sault. Buildings from the original villages and hamlets were moved and restored in this village-like setting. Explore the barbershop, Stuart Home, and working General Store!

For the explorers

Last summer, producers and participants of the Amazing Race Canada came to town to film Season 10, Episode 8. Twelve competitors raced around the region, experiencing local highlights and vying for a $250,000 prize and a trip around the world.

Here are a few points of interest, inspired by their frenzied itinerary.

Kayaking throughout the  Long Sault Parkway is considered a signature experience in the region. While weaving through the 11 islands, look beneath the surface for roads, foundations, and railways. This is what’s left of Canada’s underwater ghost towns, the Lost Villages. Don’t let the haunting history spook you—paddling these parts gives you access to incredible picnic spots, serenity, and unmatched river views.

Waterview Restaurant in Long Sault, Georgian House Restaurant & Day Spa in Alexandria, or Esca in Cornwall.

The cabins at RiversideCedar Campground in Morrisburg, White Rock Motel in Alexandria, or Hampton Inn in Cornwall

There’s so much to learn at Saunders Hydro Dam Visitor Centre  There are exciting and interactive exhibits about the largest engineering project in Canadian history, and an outdoor Indigenous garden with interpretive features.

Step into a world of mystery and challenge at Rush Hour Escapes Use teamwork and quick thinking to unlock the adventure and solve puzzles before time runs out.

Kid’s Korner has been a downtown destination since 1985.

Search the floor-to-ceiling shelves for the latest trends to classic games and toys. There’s something for every age and interest.

Make a splash at the  Cornwall Aquatic Centre. Dive into the fully accessible pool, hang out with your littles in the leisure pool, relax in the hot tub, or

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Dive in to discover where to take your kids for a Cornwall experience they’ll be talking about long after the day is done.

Archie’s Golf  is an institution. Whether you tee up on the brand-new range stations or challenge the family to 18 holes of miniature golf, be sure to finish the round at the old-fashioned ice cream hut.

“wheeeeee” your way down the two-storey waterslide.

NEW! Rachel’s Park of Hope is a sprawling park complete with play structures, a zipline, and a splash pad. The best part is that it was designed to be fully accessible and inclusive so all kids can play together!

Shoeless Joe’s, Sip & Scoop, or Boston Pizza

 Ramada Inn, Stonehouse Cottage an Airbnb in Glen Walter, or Century Motel

With 6,000-square feet of space, Cornwall’s Nickel & Ore is one of Eastern Ontario’s largest gift stores. Find great giftware, kitchenware, gourmet foods, and fashion.

Owner Kirsta Wells converted an old barn in Morrisburg into  Aultsville Station Country Shop She filled it to the rafters with a curated selection of timeless and seasonal decor.

Rob McIntosh Unique Shops, opened in 1979, is a cluster of four buildings stocking everything you might need for your kitchen to closet. It’s a one-stop shop for quality cookware, leather goods, tartan, and crystal drinkware. Kemner Hall, an imposing heritage building in Winchester, is now home to Planted Arrow Flowers and Gifts and Ecoshire It’s the funkiest destination for plants, fresh cut flowers, giftware,

and planet-friendly lifestyle goods.

Chat with Gloria the shopkeeper at Treats & Treasures in Finch. She’ll guide you to the perfect gifts—clothing, jewellery, or handicrafts—for you or your loved ones.

Ingleside’s  Village Green Flower Shop is known for their attention

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There’s no shortage of shopping here. Design your own spree with a dash of spontaneity, luxe finds, and local flair.

NEW! Newcomers Kendall and Steve opened  Sadie & June in Maxville to everyone’s delight. They stock unique handmade vintage map gifts plus lots of other local- and travel-inspired souvenirs.

to detail and that includes their sweet little selection of jewellery, skincare, and candles.

 Hummingbird Gift Shop in Akwesasne is your destination for Indigenous-made gifts. Shop for leather goods, beautifully beaded jewellery, purses, footwear, and more.

Eat Stay

 Tauro in Cornwall, The Alibi in Iroquois, or Perch and Paddle in Lancaster

NEW! Inn by the Park in Morrisburg,  Best Western in Cornwall, or NEW! Manoir Leclair in Lancaster.

Gray’s Creek:

area, trails,

marina, boat launch, snowshoe rentals

Cooper Marsh:

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

Cornerstone Organics  in Long Sault is equally known for its local organic produce and prepared meals as its seasonal events: homesteading workshops, sound baths, date nights on the farm, and Halloween bazaars.

For a peaceful time in the fields, make your way to Williamstown’s

 LouLou Lavender in early summer or Finch’s Brighter with Blooms NEW! in August.

From yoga, meditation, dance, Mala workshops and more,  Turquoise Compass Wellness NEW! in St. Andrew’s is a fabulous destination for outdoor wellness events and day retreats.

For the nature lover

Reconnect with the natural world through immersive experiences that invite you to explore mindfully and find renewal from nature. You have to experience it to understand that yoga with alpacas at  Heart of the Willow in Brinston is so charmingly fun!

Sateiokwen Bucktooth will share her knowledge about medicinal wild plants on her property in Akwesasne and also offer a lovely tea tasting. It’s all part of her tour called  Plant Medicine: Gifts from the Land*. Book through Akwesasne Travel. *passport required

Stay Eat

 Fraser Creek Pizza Farm in Summerstown, Moon Akwesasne in Hogansburg, NY*, The Creek in Moose Creek *passport required

 Groovy Yurts in Alexandria, The Goose at Jamink Farms in St. Andrew’s, A Scottish Cottage NEW! near Dalkeith.