Spring is in the air in Lanark County

Less than an hour from Ottawa, nine charming towns are waiting.
Trails, local flavour, and Spring events – all in one place.

Discover the Best of Lanark County

From scenic trails and outdoor adventures to local flavours and welcoming places to stay, Lanark County is full of experiences waiting to be discovered.

Ride
From easy countryside loops to epic multi-day routes, Lanark County has a trail for every kind of cyclist.
Explore
Parks, waterways, heritage walks, and wide-open spaces - there's always something new to discover around the next bend.
Taste
Ontario's Maple Syrup Capital takes food seriously. Farmers' markets, farm-to-table dining, craft breweries, and the Sip & Savour Trail are all yours to enjoy.
Stay
From cozy heritage inns to lakeside cottages and campgrounds under a starry sky, Lanark County is worth more than a day trip.

What’s Happening in Lanark County

Top 6 Spring Events

Saddle up for everything from scenic routes through our quiet countryside to local festivals worth planning your weekend around.

Spirit of the Drum PowWow

June 13–14
Smiths Falls

An annual celebration of Indigenous culture on Duck Island. Traditional Grand Entries, drumming, dancing, vendors, and community gatherings open to all.

Lady Slipper Orchids

Mid-June to Mid-July
Purdon Conservation Area

One of Ontario’s most spectacular wildflower displays, tucked into the Lanark Highlands. A quiet, breathtaking reason to extend your spring into early summer.

Franktown Lilac Festival

4th Saturday of May
Franktown

Franktown is the lilac capital of Ontario. Come for the fragrant blooms and stay for the food, music, and small-town charm at its most colourful.

Itineraries

Signature Itineraries

Each route tells its own story through the county.

Explore Almonte
Walk the streets that doubled as a Hallmark film set, browse boutique shops, and follow the Mississippi River trail through the heart of town.
Explore Smiths Falls
Paddle the Rideau Canal waterway, wander the shops, and find your perfect picnic spot - pet-friendly routes included.
Explore Carleton Place
A lively riverfront town with a vibrant food truck scene, antique shops, and riverside trails made for a full day out.
Explore Perth
Bookstores, heritage walks, geocaching, and mini golf - Perth is the kind of place that turns a day trip into a full itinerary.
Explore Tay Valley
Quiet roads, heritage architecture, and Scottish settler history winding through lakes, sugar bushes, and small-town charm.
Explore Lanark Highlands
Trails, lakes, fishing, camping, and golf - the Lanark Highlands are made for the kind of adventure the whole family remembers.

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