The Apple Route 2012 Tour Guide

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Quinte West and area

The City of Quinte West is located in a region

“Located in a region of spectacular beauty.”

of spectacular beauty, with cultural, sporting and natural attractions that beckon to be discovered and experienced in all seasons. The City hosts and supports a series of diverse events that will make visitors feel at home throughout the year.

Ontario’s Oldest Road is on the Apple Route Driving south of Trenton you are following the route of generations of Native explorers, settlers and soldiers. Here you will find an ancient portage route between Lake Ontario and the Bay of Quinte. This was the shortest path between the two bodies of water and it was called “The Carrying Place” by early settlers. Along this small part of Country Road 64, Old Portage Road has been given the distinction of being the Oldest Road in Ontario.

Vacationers & Boaters Paradise Being the Southern Gateway to the Trent-Severn Waterway, Quinte West attracts boaters from May 24th to Labour Day. With its large selection of campgrounds, camping resorts, B&B’s, Motels and Hotels, visitors have an abundance of options for their accommodation.

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