Nature Trails in Carleton Place |
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Anthony Curro Park
Location: Mississippi Quays subdivision |
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Hendry Farm Park
Location: Preston Drive |
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Mississippi River Walk
Location: This nature trail runs from Princess Street to Anthony Curro Park. |
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Riverside Trail This is Nature Trail 2 on the Self-Guided Walking Tour. Discover the historic Carleton Place Canoe Club, learn about the downtown, and finish up at the scenic Town boat launch. |
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The Rotary Centennial Trail Entrance: The end of Maple Lane (off of William Street) Enjoy this 7km stroll along the Mississippi that connects the village of Appleton to Carleton Place. This trail lets out at the junction of Hillcrest Drive and River Road in Appleton. This trail showcases the varied landscapes beside the Mississippi River. |
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The Beckwith Trail Entrance: At the end of McNeely Ave (behind the TD Bank) The trail takes you to the 9th Line in Beckwith, leading to the Beckwith Recreational Park. The trail consists of three different parts; the McGregor branch that leads from Carleton Place to the 10th line, then the Shady Branch that takes from the 10th line to the 9th line, then the CJ Branch that leads to the Beckwith Recreational Park. |
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Trans-Canada Trail Entrance: On Cavanagh Road (off of McNeely Avenue) The Trans Canada Trail is a proposed 18, 078 km recreational corridor, winding its way through every province and territory, linking 800 communities en route. Our local section can be found at the intersection of McNeely Ave and Coleman St. The first break in the trail is at Appleton Side Road. |
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| Don’t forget to pick up your copy of the Self Guided Walking Tours of Carleton Place! Take yourself and your family on an adventure around CP and find out about some great heritage sites | |
10 Things to See and Do in Carleton Place |
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Bridge Street You never know what you’ll find in the shops and restaurants on Bridge Street! An eclectic mix of shops and services make up our downtown core! Throw in some amazing restaurants and you’ve got a winning combo! |
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Riverside Park Take advantage of the beautiful Riverside Park! With its sandy beach and amazing splash pad you’re sure to stay cool during the summer! Riverside Park also has a beautiful trail and shady trees, a great place for a picnic! It’s also the home of the oldest flat water Canoe Club in Canada! Check out some of our other parks as well. |
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Canadian Co-Operative Wool Growers 142 Franktown Rd Betcha you didn’t know that almost 3 million pounds of wool arrive in Carleton Place for grading every year. It’s true! Go and take a look! There’s even a museum where you can learn about the different sheep! Once you’re done, you can check out all of the great merchandise at The Real Wool Shop! |
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Carleton Place & Beckwith Heritage Museum (formerly the Victoria School Museum) 267 Edmund St Step inside and be amazed! The Carleton Place & Beckwith Heritage Museum holds all the answers to your questions on our local history. Learn how the early settlers of CP lived and find out more about its first inhabitants! Once you’re done touring the museum step outside and check out their labyrinth and gardens! |
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Let’s Get Some Exercise There are over 5 walking trails in Carleton Place! From the Riverside Trail to the Hendry Farm Park, we have trails for everyone! Walking, biking or even roller blading! Want more information? Come to the Carleton Place & District Chamber of Commerce and Arts Carleton Place Headquarters, which doubles as an information centre and Gift Shop! |
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Carleton Place & District Chamber of Commerce & Arts Carleton Place 132 Coleman Street Psst! We’re in here! Taking a Trip? Want to do something fun in Carleton Place? When’s garbage pick-up? Want a list of all the Nature Trails? Come on in to the Information Centre! We have all the answers! We also double as a gift shop that displays beautiful art that is for sale! The Carleton Place & District Chamber of Commerce runs the Information Centre and Arts Carleton Place supplies the art to decorate their headquarters! The Dynamic Duo! Don’t forget to buy a deck of 52 Things to See and Do in Carleton Place! |
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An Evening of Theatre… Music, Dance, Drama on Stage! The Mississippi MUDDS is a local amateur theatre that puts on amazing shows that are held in the Town Hall Auditorium! Take in a show featuring local performers! The Mississippi MUDDS are known throughout the Valley for their stellar performances. They also put on murder mystery dinners. They are always accepting new members! The Mississippi MUDDS also host Youth Theatre Workshops! |
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Or a Night of Hockey! 75 Neelin Street If the theatre isn’t for you, then head on over to the Carleton Place Arena to watch the Carleton Place Canadians battle it out on the ice! The games are guaranteed to be action-packed fun! The arena also has public skating from August to April! If the summer heat gets to be too much, just strap on the skates and take ’em for a joy ride! |
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Heritage Carleton Place The Town Hall, built in the 1800s, demands attention! With it’s big bold doors and its incredible stone work, its a building to be admired. Don’t just stop at the Town Hall, discover all of the heritage buildings in CP - our walking tour highlights them all! Pick up the guide at the Tourism Centre or the Town Hall! |
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Shhh! I’m Reading! Don’t you just love a good book? Check out the best ones at the Carleton Place Library! With its cozy atmosphere and comfy chairs, you’ll be there for hours! You can also do research on your family tree and find out more about your CP relatives! If you want to own your favourite novels, be sure to stop in at Read’s Book Shop! While you’re there, enjoy the great coffee and yummy treats! |