Lindsay Trails

McDonnell/Carew Park

McDonnell/Carew Park is located in the heart of downtown Lindsay. This park features a 4 kilometre lit urban trail along for both daytime and nighttime use. The wooden boardwalk provides the perfect, picturesque spot for a stroll as visitors will be led along the shores of the Scugog River.

Whether you are looking for the perfect spot to sit and watch the boats go by as they head to the Trent Severn Waterway Lock 33 or cast a line and fish from the dock there is plenty to see and do at this tranquil spot. Visitors can continue along the boardwalk as it leads to Old Mill Park, once there have some fun on the inclusive playground, the Old Mill historical building located in the park, offers a glimpse into Lindsay’s historic past and offers a great backdrop for photos

Address: 17 Lindsay Street, North, Lindsay

For more information call 705-324-9411 extension 1301 or e-mail the Kawartha Lakes Parks and Recreation Division.

Ken Reid Conservation Area

Ken Reid Conservation Area is a 110-hectare (272 acre) property of open meadow and forest that provides protection to the McLaren's Creek wetland. It is designed to be easily accessible and enjoyable for the whole family.

Ken Reid Conservation Area contains 12 interconnected trail loops totaling almost 12 kilometres.

Amenities include:

hiking trails
cycling trails
picnic shelters
group camping area
wetlands
cross-country ski trails

Ken Reid Conservation Area is located 3 kilometre north of Lindsay, off Highway 35 east on 277 Kenrei Park Road, Lindsay. For more information call 705-328-2271.

Lindsay Legacy Trail

The Lindsay Legacy Trail is 1.6 kilometre section of paved trail from Victoria Junction (the corner of William Street North and Orchard Park Road, Lindsay) to Thunder Bridge Road, along the Victoria Rail Trail Corridor.

This trail is great for any form of active transportation. Stop by the railway station replica for information on geocaching, train history and local wildlife.

For more information call 705-324-9411 extension 1301 or e-mail the Kawartha Lakes Parks and Recreation Division.

Rivera Park Trail

The Rivera Park Trail is located on the east side of the Scugog River in Lindsay. The trail is 2 kilometres and takes approximately 30 minutes to walk. The trail is open year-round and is great for a variety of outdoor activities.

For more information please call 705-324-9411 extension 1301 or e-mail the Kawartha Lakes Parks and Recreation Division.

Rotary Trail

The Scugog River Rotary Trail follows the Scugog River on the east side of Lindsay. This trail was paved by the Rotary Club of Lindsay and is accessible for walkers, wheelchairs, strollers and roller skates. This trail is non-motorized. You can access the trail from Logie Street and King Street.

For more information call 705-324-9411 extension 1301 or e-mail the Kawartha Lakes Parks and Recreation Division.

Fleming College Trails

There are 3 loop trails off of the Kawartha Trans Canada Trail behind Fleming College in Lindsay that travel through the woods, along the Scugog River and across a field. Beautiful bridges, boardwalks and look out areas have been developed and maintained by Fleming College students. Enter the Fleming Campus at 200 Albert Street South in Lindsay. Trails are accessible from behind the Heavy Equipment Building and Student Union Building.

Kawartha Lakes
P.O. Box 9000, 26 Francis Street
Lindsay, ON, K9V 5R8
Telephone: 705-324-9411
Toll free at 1-888-822-2225
After-hours emergencies: 1-877-885-7337