Explore the trails weaving in and around Perth for a good hike. The Tay River Trail is a historic pathway and portage site that dates back to the military settlement of Perth-upon-Tay in 1816. Using the Tay Basin as the hub or home port of the trail, you can either travel upstream toward the river's source at Bobs Lake or downstream to the Tay delta where the river spills into the Lower Rideau Lake. The Rideau Trail runs through downtown Perth, and makes for a great walk along the Tow Path. Just outside of Perth, you'll find the Wildlife Reserve, which has a beautiful, self-guided 2.5-kilometre trail near the Tay Marsh. You can also discover the many trails at Murphys Point Provincial Park where you can snowshoe or cross-country ski in the winter.
With funding from FedDev Ontario, Perth Tourism has partnered with GirlGoneGood® to create a guide to hiking trails in Perth and area. Head to the Visitor Information Centre to pick up a hard copy, or download and print your own, here: Hiking Guide Perth and Area.
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