The Township of North Frontenac is committed to providing recreational experiences via the various facilities throughout our Municipality. A healthy life style is vital for all residents and visitors throughout North Frontenac Township. Please enjoy the facilities throughout our beautiful area, assist us with keeping them clean and safe and help by contacting us if you observe any safety concerns.
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Whether its softball or baseball, hit the ball out of the park by visiting North Frontenac's ball diamond located just outside he hamlet of Cloyne.
14453 Highway 41 Cloyne, Ontario K0H 1K0 Facility Includes:
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Be careful and courteous when using boat launches and obey all posted signs. Its very important to ensure you park in a manner that is not blocking the access or parking for other users. Some boat launches require a road permit to gain access. See below for additional information. Buy a daily, weekly or seasonal Road Access Permit. Overnight camping is not permitted at any boat launches within the Township of North Frontenac per By-Law. View our Prohibit Camping on Municipal Property By-law on the Township's Civic Web Portal where all Township By-laws are e-published.
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Mountain bikers will enjoy remarkable scenery and differing terrains to challenge bikers of all skill levels. With over 58 kilometers of Crown access roads and a multitude of off-road trails through the forests and around the lakes of the North Frontenac Park Lands, bikers will take in stunning vistas from sandy beaches, pristine lakes and upland hardwood, to igneous substrata, granite slopes, rocky bluffs and outcroppings. As many trails wind their way in and out of the North Frontenac Park Lands and on and off Crown Land please observe and respect any private property postings you may encounter. |
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Nestled atop the Madawaska Highlands with both the Mississippi and Madawaska rivers flowing through it, the North Frontenac Parklands offer the canoeing and kayaking enthusiast lots of variety. From the tranquility of exploring the numerous streams and tributaries to the inspiring views offered during paddles down long lakes and the thrill of shooting its class I – IV rapids, North Frontenac Parklands has it all. While virtually every lake and campsite in North Frontenac Parklands offers a variety of canoeing options. Although some paddle routes flow through parts of North Frontenac Parklands, the routes are not mapped, marked, or maintained by Parklands Staff and some routes may not be navigable. |
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LETS GO FISHIN' North Frontenac is a great place to fish. For comprehensive information about fishing in North Frontenac, take a look at the Ministry of Natural Resources Ontario Recreational Fishing Regulations Summary. North Frontenac is in Zone 18. *Now available through the MNR, are interactive ON-Line Fishing Maps stocked with information about many lakes throughout Ontario. |
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Outdoor Rink | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Enjoy North Frontenac's outdoor ice rink, fun for the whole family. The Plevna ice rink is open for use by all daily 8 am to 11pm when weather conditions allow between the months of December to March. Skaters are encouraged to wear helmets at all times. |
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Playgrounds | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
When you are looking for a place to take the kids for the afternoon to play North Frontenac's playground located beside the Clar-Mill Community Hall in Plevna will ensure a great time for the whole family. Pack a picnic, enjoy a walk around the path, and socialize with our residents. 6598 Buckshot Lake Road, Plevna Ontario K0H 2M0 |
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Snowmobiling |
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A snowy wilderness awaits lucky snowmobile enthusiasts who take to the trails in North Frontenac. All riders must purchase an OFSC permit online.
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Stargazing |
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Backyard astronomers know the importance of dark skies. North Frontenac Park Lands offer stargazers a remarkable view of the starry canopy without the annoying effects of light pollution. Enjoy your favourite spring, summer or fall constellation from a quiet, secluded campsite providing the ideal setting for hours of dark sky enjoyment. Amateur astronomers appreciate our “top 10” dark sky rating, especially when observing deep sky objects like nebulas and faint galaxies in the deeper regions of space. To help you choose the best nights to book your campsite, here are a few links, complements of Environment Canada, where you can get 48 hour forecasts for cloud cover, seeing quality, and sky transparency.
For more information visit our North Frontenac Astronomy Park. |
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Swim Program |
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Tennis/Pickleball |
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Enjoy plenty of physical activity or try a new sport with North Frontenac's Tennis and Pickleball Courts. North Frontenac is home to two public tennis courts and four public pickleball courts. Two shared tennis and pickleball courts are located just outside the hamlet of Cloyne and two pickleball courts are located in the village of Plevna. Courts are open from April to October (weather permitting) on a first come, first serve basis.
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Trails |
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Kilometres of hiking trails wind their way through the forests and between the lakes making North Frontenac a hiker's paradise. Take your camera as photo opportunities present themselves at almost every turn in this natural wonderland. Capture memories of the abundant flora and fauna or some of the breathtaking landscapes and views.
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