Winter Activities
Bundle up and head into the snow-covered landscapes and frozen lakes in Lennox & Addington.
You can find a variety of Winter Activities in Lennox & Addington by exploring 200 km of groomed snowmobile trails, ice fishing on Hay Bay, and stargazing at the Dark Sky Viewing Area. This region offers authentic seasonal experiences including snowshoeing, fat biking, and winter hiking through unspoiled forest landscapes.
Winter here is shaped by the contrast between frozen shorelines and the deep, snow-heavy forests of the north. The landscape becomes a working playground for outdoor explorers and families looking for something real in the cold months. From the plowed access at the Dark Sky Viewing Area to the long-standing tradition of ice fishing on Hay Bay, this county leans toward accessible, unpolished winter experiences rather than curated resort settings. Whether you are lacing up skates or riding a fat bike through the L&A Forest Trails, the season connects you to the outdoors in a way that warmer months sometimes cannot.
Explore Winter
Ice Fishing
Winter Stargazing
Winter Trails & Nature Parks
Snowmobiling
Birding
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Wine, Cider & Beer Tour
Take a drive to visit the breweries, cideries, and wineries across Lennox & Addington this winter. Please enjoy responsibly.
Museum of L&A
Warm up inside this community museum that tells the story of Lennox & Addington County through exhibits curated in-house by its own staff.
Enjoy a Tasty Evening Out
In Lennox & Addington, the dining options run from comfort food to something more refined. A good meal after a cold day outside is hard to beat.
Shop the Day Away
Lennox & Addington has a strong mix of locally owned shops where the people behind the counter know what they are selling and are glad to see you walk in.
Snowmobiling
Get your Ontario Federation of Snowmobile Clubs permit, then ride the trails maintained by the L&A Ridge Runners Snowmobile Club and the Mazinaw Powerline Snowmobile Club.
Find Your Winter Adventure Out Here
Good to Know
Permit Requirements
A valid Ontario Federation of Snowmobile Clubs (OFSC) permit is mandatory for all snowmobile trails within the regional network.
Ice Safety
Always verify local ice conditions with bait shops or residents before heading out for ice fishing.
Free Admission
Access to the Dark Sky Viewing Area and county forest trails remains free throughout the winter months.
Find Your Pace
For The Cold Weather Trailblazer
Endless trail perfect for skiing and snowmobiling.
Rugged winter fat biking and skiing.
Backcountry ice fishing and wilderness access.
For the Winter Wanderer
Solo stargazing under clear winter skies.
Spotting Snowy Owls in the Owl Woods.
Indoor heritage exploration on cold afternoons.