Kawartha
Trans Canada Trail

Enjoy Kawartha's own section of Canada's National trail.

 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Al MacPherson

1949 - 2023

It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Allen MacPherson on Monday June 12th, 2023. Al's list of accomplishments is long and inspiring. His passion for trails and their benefits to a community, as well as his tireless efforts for making them a reality is the foundation on which the Kawartha Trans Canada Trail was built. Al will be deeply missed.

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As an older adult, regular physical activity is one of the most important things you can do for your health, fitness, and quality of life. Additionally, studies have shown that simply being in nature has a dramatic effect on the body, mind, and spirit. Combined, outdoor physical activity is vital for improving and maintaining your overall physical health and mental well-being.

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Explore our Trail Map

Plan your route and explore the varied landscapes, points of interest, and amenities along the path of the Kawartha Trans Canada Trail. The trail offers recreation for people of all ages and abilities, across all four seasons!

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Trail News

Thursday, February 01, 2024

Important Parking Information

It has come to our attention that trail users have been parking in the Lindsay Recreation Complex parking lot and receiving parking tickets.

There are several paid lots managed by Fleming College around the Frost campus, however the Lindsay Recreation Complex parking lot is managed by the City of Kawartha Lakes and is only free for Recreation Complex use. Paid parking in Fleming College lots is available to trail users for parking in this area.

All of the above mentioned lots are heavily monitored by parking enforcement. Failure to abide by parking regulations may result in a parking ticket.

Tuesday, July 25, 2023

view of paved trail in omemee, ontario

Just in time for summer, the upgrade and paving of 1.6 km of the Omemee section, from Sibley Avenue to Emily Street of the Kawartha Trans Canada Trail is now complete and accessible for all public non-motorized use.


You are invited to a special Ribbon Cutting Celebration to officially inaugurate this section on the trail.


Join local officials, dignitaries and knowledge keeper of Curve Lake First Nation for a celebration and ribbon cutting, showcasing the recent trail enhancement.

*In the case of rain, the celebration will take place at Coronation Hall, 1 King Street West, Omemee. For event information, call 705-879-2719

Thursday, June 01, 2023

kawartha trans canada trail app shown on mobile phone

Featuring our fun Trail Passport, the Kawartha Trans Canada Trail App has all the trail information you need in the palm of your hand. Whether you’re looking to explore locations on or near the trail, find a place to eat or stay the night, or just a place to park close to the trail, our free trail app has just what you need.

With our Trail Passport, you can have fun along the trail by collecting stamps within the app! Just scan the QR code at any participating business during your visit to unlock the stamp for that location. Can you unlock them all?

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This project is funded by the Government of Canada through the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario.

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