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Explore Lennox & Addington County

Offering an authentic rural escape featuring the rugged Canadian Shield, historic waterfront communities, and over 100 inland lakes.

OVERVIEW

Lennox & Addington County stretches from the Bay of Quinte to the granite ridges of Addington Highlands. This region provides a genuine alternative to mass tourism through unspoiled natural landscapes, a deep agricultural heritage, and high-quality experiences that celebrate a slower, more intentional pace of travel.

Best Time to Visit:

Year-round

Key Assets:

Dark Sky Viewing Area, 100+ Lakes, L&A Forest Trails

Communities:

Greater Napanee, Loyalist, Stone Mills, Addington Highlands

Location:

2 hours to Ottawa & Toronto, and 3 hours to Montreal

Explore Lennox & Addington

On the Water

Boat, paddle, swim, or cast a line across Lake Ontario, the Napanee River, and the quiet bays of Lennox & Addington.

Back to Nature

Hike forest trails, watch for birds, explore provincial parks, and discover the wild landscapes that stretch across Lennox & Addington.

Dark Sky Viewing Area (DSVA)

Experience some of Ontario's darkest skies, where clear nights reveal constellations, and the Milky Way in full view.

Touring & Routes

Follow scenic cycling routes, motorcycle rides, and backroad drives that open up the countryside and communities of L&A.

History & Heritage

Step into museums, historic homes, and heritage sites that tell the stories behind Lennox & Addington's past.

Additional Experiences

Pre-Planned Itineraries

Let curated itineraries guide your trip with ready-to-go routes covering nature, local flavours, heritage, and quiet corners worth finding.

Things to Do with Kids

Discover outdoor adventures, farms, museums, and activities that make Lennox & Addington a natural getaway for families.

Retired & Raring to Go

Explore relaxed experiences including scenic touring, heritage sites, golf, and peaceful nature suited to unhurried travel.

Farm Visits & Flavours

Meet local growers, visit working farms, and taste fresh regional products from orchards, markets, wineries, and breweries.

Dining

Enjoy welcoming restaurants, cafés, bakeries, and patios serving local flavours throughout Lennox & Addington’s towns and villages.

Fall Activities

Follow quiet roads past harvest orchards, turning maples, and historic villages during autumn in Lennox & Addington.

Winter Activities

Snowshoe forest trails, skate local rinks, or try ice fishing when Lennox & Addington settles into winter.

Communities

Explore charming communities like Greater Napanee, Loyalist, Stone Mills, and Addington Highlands, each with its own local character.

Plan Your Visit

Find trip planning tools, visitor information, accommodations, and helpful resources to make exploring Lennox & Addington easy.

Get Free Itineraries

Skip the planning by downloading our six curated travel guides. Whether you are looking for a ‘Sun & Stars’ or a family-friendly ‘Slice of L&A’, these pre-planned routes include turn-by-turn directions and the best local stops.

Common Questions About Exploring

What are the main townships in Lennox and Addington?

The county consists of Greater Napanee, Loyalist Township, Stone Mills, and Addington Highlands.

Are there guided tours available?

While we offer pre-planned itineraries, most sites are designed for independent, self-guided exploration.

Is the area suitable for family travel?

Yes, we offer numerous kid-friendly locations, including farm visits, accessible trails, and sandy beaches. In fact, we have a Family Fun: Things to Do with Kids page that curates options for families.