On the Water
From the granite cliffs of Mazinaw Lake to the shores of Lake Ontario, a county shaped by water from one end to the other.
Water-based activities in Lennox and Addington span the full length of the county. In the south, Lake Ontario and the Napanee River offer boating, fishing, and paddling from downtown to the Bay of Quinte. Through Stone Mills, Beaver Lake and the Salmon River connect paddlers through quiet mid-county routes. In Addington Highlands, Mazinaw Lake, the Skootamatta River, and over 100 Shield lakes offer some of the most rewarding fishing and paddling in Eastern Ontario.
Lennox & Addington is home to over 100 lakes, including Mazinaw Lake, one of the deepest in Ontario. In Addington Highlands, the land shifts into the granite of the Canadian Shield, where the shorelines are rocky, the water runs clear, and the access feels earned rather than handed to you. Local fishing spots hold walleye and trout, and the paddling routes here offer real solitude, not the kind you have to share with a line of other canoes. Whether you are launching a boat for a full day on the water or just walking a quiet shoreline, the pace is yours to set.
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Explore On the Water
Boating
Scuba Diving
Beaches & Swimming
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Good to Know
Boat Launches
With 35+ public boat launches across the county, there is almost always a ramp close to where you want to be. Check the boat launch map to find your best starting point.
Equipment Rentals
Local marinas and outfitters provide motorboats, canoes, and kayaks for daily use.
Safety Gear
Ensure all vessels have mandatory life jackets and safety kits before heading out on deep Shield lakes.
Clean Drain Dry
Help prevent the spread of invasive species by cleaning your gear between different waterways.
Find Your Pace
For the Independent Explorer
Historical rock art visible from the water
Backcountry paddling meets shoreline fishing
Unspoiled dunes, open shoreline, no crowds
For Little Legs (Family Fun)
Safe swimming spots with shallow entries
Lakes, wildlife, and trails kids can do
Easy riverside walk with a real waterfall