Lennox and Addington South
Lennox and Addington County South is one of Ontario’s beautiful lakeside regions, offering everything from beautiful nature and all-season outdoor activities to historic museums and metropolitan eats. Spend the day along the Lake Ontario coastline or Amherst Island. Discover a new favourite craft beer and dive into the area's gripping history.
Where is Lennox and Addington South?
The southern portion of Lennox and Addington County is located along the northeast coastline of Lake Ontario just west of Kingston. From Lake Ontario, the county stretches north into the countryside where visitors can enjoy the region’s incredible nature at countless lakes, nature reserves and a dark sky reserve.
Travel east from Toronto, just a few hours by car via Highway 401 East, or travel two hours west from Ottawa, taking either the scenic country route along Highway 7 or via Highway 416 South and 401 West.
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Things to do in Lennox and Addington South
Learn local history
Explore the area’s milling and manufacturing history at Macpherson House and Park and at the Museum of Lennox and Addington. In Odessa, Babcock Mill offers a view of the shallow falls.The mill is open for tours every summer.
Go shopping
Experience the unique boutique-style shopping and friendly personal service in downtown Napanee.
See the stars
Lennox & Addington County Dark Sky Viewing Area is the most southerly dark sky site in Ontario and features parking and a large concrete pad for camera and telescope setup.
Taste a local brew
Take a trip to MacKinnon Brothers Brewing Co. in Bath to taste some Ontario beers with a farmhouse twist. The Napanee Beer Company also creates delicious brews with local flair.
Experience farm life
Lennox and Addington County offers a range of agri-tourism experiences from immersive farm experiences, apple orchards, local food and drink and more.
Get outdoors
Visit Springside Park to see the beautiful Napanee Falls and Napanee River. Napanee Falls cascade for tens of metres, giving viewers a mesmerizing look at the sheer power of water. Parrott's Bay Conservation Area offers trails accessible in all seasons and fishing in the beautiful lake bay.
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Last updated: October 23, 2024