Fall Colors Kawartha Lakes

Discover fall in Kawartha Lakes-vivid trails, scenic drives, harvest festivals, fishing, and 600 km of paths across colourful forests and lakes. Kawartha Highlands Provincial Park One of the top spots to see the fall colors in Peterborough and the Kawarthas is near the town of Apsley. Kawartha Highlands Provincial Park is a huge area to explore.

And with Kawartha Highlands Provincial Park being the second-largest provincial park in southern Ontario, there's plenty of foliage to explore. After taking in the Fall Fair and fresh air of Bobcaygeon, continue through Sturgeon Lake to the nearby community of Fenelon Falls - the Jewel of the Kawartha Lakes! This community offers an eclectic mix of antique stores, gift shops, coffee houses, health and wellness services plus many restaurants. Discover Breathtaking Fall Foliage on Pre-Planned Driving Tours There are boundless autumn activities in Peterborough & the Kawarthas to enjoy.

The top of that list is steeping in the fall foliage. Immerse yourself in Ontario cottage country's stunning landscapes and natural settings Choose one of our thoughtfully curated itineraries below. Swing by a farmers' market to scoop up some local.

Bobcaygeon to Buckhorn "The drive between Bobcaygeon and Buckhorn is one of the loveliest around in the fall," says Joyce Martin Jackson. Head north on CR #36, and let the colours unfold. Along the way, you might visit Kawartha Country Wines.

Just past Buckhorn is McLeans Berry Farm where the Pumpkin Festival is in full swing weekends in October starting Thanksgiving, from 11am. Experience the vibrant fall colours of Kawartha Lakes with four scenic driving routes perfect for a day trip or a weekend getaway. Discover hidden gems, charming towns, and breathtaking views crafted by locals for the ultimate autumn adventure.

Capture the season's beauty along these unforgettable routes. Whether it's the refreshing lakes to cool off in on a hot summer day or the soft white backdrop of flurries on a winter landscape, it's always a good time to visit and live in the Kawarthas. But there's something extra special about an Ontario fall that makes it truly incomparable, from the changing foliage to the deer feeding from fallen apples to the anticipation of upcoming holiday.

These scenic Kawartha, Ontario driving routes are perfect for a fall road trip passing lake towns, rolling hills & changing fall foliage. In Kawartha Lakes, fall colours shine hues of rich mahogany, forest green, burnt orange and mustard yellow into the beautiful surrounding area. Whether you head out on a long fall drive, a fall hike or a trip to the lake, these are some of our favourite spots to seek out Kawartha Lakes fall colours.

To make your autumn trip planning easy, Kawartha Lakes Tourism has developed four new scenic driving routes featuring itineraries and tips to guide you through peak fall colours and roadside attractions. The new Kawartha Lakes Scenic Drives map and guidebook is available in both print and digital formats, including individual maps for each route and how to connect them all together.