On the Water

Free in Peterborough is a resource guide for activities to do, and places to see in Peterborough and area.  If you are interested in posting anything on this website please call the City of Peterborough's Recreation Department at 705-742-7777 x1873.

Beaches

There are two City beaches open to the public for supervised swimming starting late June to the third week in August. Beavermead on Ashburnham Drive and Rogers Cove on Maria Street will be supervised seven days a week from 11:00 am until 6:00 pm. A flag system is in place at the beaches to indicate the water quality. For water quality results please contact the Recreation Division 705-742-7777 ext. 1873 or the Peterborough City County Health Unit 705-743-1000 or visit www.pcchu.ca.

Wading Pools/Splash Pad

The Recreation Division provides supervised wading pools at five different locations throughout the City. These pools are appropriate for young children to approximately age 8. The wading pools operate late June to the fourth week in August and are supervised daily from 11:30 am to 4:30 pm, seven days per week. For more information call the Recreation Division 705-742-7777 ext. 1873

Locations of Wading Pools:
Barnardo Park located - Barnardo Avenue or Northminster Avenue
John Taylor Park - Hamilton Street
Chelsea Gardens - Southlawn Drive
Turner Park - Brown Street
Knights of Columbus - Park Street
King Edward Park Splash Pad - Princess Street - NEW!

Peterborough Liftlocks & Peterborough Liftlock Visitor Centre

This was the first North American liftlock to be constructed. Its 65-foot hydraulic lift is still the highest in the world. It is located on the Trent Severn Waterway on the Trent Canal. This is a National Historic Site. Closed during the winter season. www.liftlockcruises.com 705-742-9912, or Parks Canada at 705-742-9267

Otonabee River

The Otonabee River is part of the Trent Severn Waterway system. It starts at Kathchiwanooka Lake, which is surrounded by limestone and cedar lined shores and makes its way into Little Lake in Peterborough. The other part of the river travels through areas to Rice Lake. The River is short in length, only 54 kms. Lakefield, Peterborough, and Rice Lake ON.

Family Fishing Weekend

Canadian residents can enjoy fishing in Ontario without a license during the Annual Ontario Family Fishing Weekend. For more information contact Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources at 1-800-667-1940 or www.mnr.gov.on.ca

Eels Creek Canoe Route

This 2-day canoe route follows Eels Creek from the Hwy 28 bridge on Northeys Bay Road. There are five portages varying in difficulty. Highlights include High Falls and a trail from there to the Petroglyphs Provincial Park.

Long Lake Canoe Loop

This is a 2-3 day route, which includes a number of relatively small lakes on the west side of the Kawartha Highlands area. The circle route includes 9 portages and visits Long, Loucks, Compass, Stoplog, Turtle, Sherry, Triangle and Cox Lakes. This route starts at the end of Long Lake Road off of Hwy 28 north of Woodview.

Kawartha Highlands Canoe System

This park contains a large number of lakes suitable for a canoe trip. There are numerous routes to choose from, including short day trips.

Serpentine Lake Canoe Route

This route requires 2-3 days and has 7 portages. It starts near the east end of Anstruther Lake and heads north into Rathburn. Access is via the public landing towards the east end of Anstruther Lake Road off Hwy 28 just south of Apsley.

The Trent-Severn Waterway

The Trent-Severn Waterway runs for 386 km between the Georgian Bay and Lake Ontario. The route passes through many locks, including two of the highest hydraulic lift locks in the world. Many activities are available en route, including swimming, fishing and sightseeing.
Address: PO Box 567, Peterborough, Ontario, Canada, K9J 6Z6.
Phone: 1-888-535-4670

The O.F.A.H. Conservation Centre Pond

The O.F.A.H. property boasts an impressive stocked pond, where anglers can try their luck fishing for bass, perch and sunfish. Also featured on the property is the Rick Morgan Habitat Trail, a beautifully landscaped walking path, flanked by two gazebos and several picnic areas where guests are welcome to enjoy lunch or a snack.

Fishing equipment and instruction are provided free of charge. Guests are asked to bring their own bait (ie.worms). For availability, or to make a booking for your group, please contact the O.F.A.H. between May and September at www.ofah.org or 705-748-6324.

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Revised:2012-05-22| Revised by: The City of Peterborough