Guidebook for Wakefield, La Peche & Gatineau Park
Sightseeing
The centerpiece of local sightseeing locations. Park at the Fairbairn House listed below which is very close by.
There are some rocks on the East shore just on the South side of the bridge that people use to relax and dip into the Gatineau River. Just don't bring alcohol.
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Wakefield Covered Bridge
45 Chem. de Wakefield HeightsThe centerpiece of local sightseeing locations. Park at the Fairbairn House listed below which is very close by.
There are some rocks on the East shore just on the South side of the bridge that people use to relax and dip into the Gatineau River. Just don't bring alcohol.
There is a lovely waterfall which can be quite loud and roaring. It's a must see. Very romantic to.
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Wakefield Mill
60 Chem. MillThere is a lovely waterfall which can be quite loud and roaring. It's a must see. Very romantic to.
Local History and a great place to park to visit the Wakefield Covered Bridge or take a short hike through the woods.
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Fairbairn House Heritage Centre
45 Chem. de Wakefield HeightsLocal History and a great place to park to visit the Wakefield Covered Bridge or take a short hike through the woods.
An historic and very well maintained cemetery with a great view from a hill and some short trails. Not far from the Wakefield Mill. Watch the sunset. On a warm sunny day it's actually an enjoyable place to visit.
http://wakefieldcemeteries.com/
MacLaren Cemetery
42 Chem. du Cimetière-MaclarenAn historic and very well maintained cemetery with a great view from a hill and some short trails. Not far from the Wakefield Mill. Watch the sunset. On a warm sunny day it's actually an enjoyable place to visit.
http://wakefieldcemeteries.com/
One of the last vestiges of the Wakefield Steam Train line that carried visitors from Ottawa to Wakefield. The steam engine and train cars were unfortunately sold for scrap metal a few years ago. Now only the turntable, water tank, a converted train station and some track remain but it makes for a pretty little walk through Wakefield.
Along or near the tracks, there are several pleasant places to access the river.
Wakefield Steam Train Turntable
Chemin RiversideOne of the last vestiges of the Wakefield Steam Train line that carried visitors from Ottawa to Wakefield. The steam engine and train cars were unfortunately sold for scrap metal a few years ago. Now only the turntable, water tank, a converted train station and some track remain but it makes for a pretty little walk through Wakefield.
Along or near the tracks, there are several pleasant places to access the river.
The tallest peak in the Region at 550 meters and home to an abandoned Cold War radar station. This is not a hike for the faint of heart but beautiful views await you as you climb this mountain starting at 200 meters.
Check out this blog about the site:
https://www.ontarioabandonedplaces.com/quebec/mont-stmarie/cold-war-gap-filler-radar-site/filling-the-gaps
Lac Ste. Marie Gap Filler Radar Station
Chemin du RadarThe tallest peak in the Region at 550 meters and home to an abandoned Cold War radar station. This is not a hike for the faint of heart but beautiful views await you as you climb this mountain starting at 200 meters.
Check out this blog about the site:
https://www.ontarioabandonedplaces.com/quebec/mont-stmarie/cold-war-gap-filler-radar-site/filling-the-gaps
A turn of the 20th Century dam.
https://www.google.ca/maps/place/Paugan+Dam/@45.8085118,-75.9386108,2984m/data=!3m1!1e3!4m5!3m4!1s0x4cd1cf6e71e89cfd:0x869aef4d28735a3c!8m2!3d45.8121984!4d-75.9261918!5m1!1e4
Paugan Dam
Chemin PauganA turn of the 20th Century dam.
https://www.google.ca/maps/place/Paugan+Dam/@45.8085118,-75.9386108,2984m/data=!3m1!1e3!4m5!3m4!1s0x4cd1cf6e71e89cfd:0x869aef4d28735a3c!8m2!3d45.8121984!4d-75.9261918!5m1!1e4
Parks & Nature
This is a an easy place to get to to enter Gatineau Park. The trail leads first to the Wakefield Mill. Check out the waterfall behind the Mill. From there, take Trail 52 into the park.
Also has a skateboard park and lots of kids go there. Soccer field in the back.
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Centre Wakefield La Pêche
38 Chem. de la Vall. de WakefieldThis is a an easy place to get to to enter Gatineau Park. The trail leads first to the Wakefield Mill. Check out the waterfall behind the Mill. From there, take Trail 52 into the park.
Also has a skateboard park and lots of kids go there. Soccer field in the back.
It will take 40 minutes to get there from the chalet but it is a beautiful beach on the lake. It's harder for people in Ottawa to get there and is generally not too busy.
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La Pêche Lake
It will take 40 minutes to get there from the chalet but it is a beautiful beach on the lake. It's harder for people in Ottawa to get there and is generally not too busy.
Quickest way to enjoy Gatineau park trails to the full. Gatineau Park - Trail 53. Check out the Best Trails Guide: https://www.alltrails.com/parks/canada/quebec/parc-de-la-gatineau--4
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P17 Gatineau Park
Route Principale EstQuickest way to enjoy Gatineau park trails to the full. Gatineau Park - Trail 53. Check out the Best Trails Guide: https://www.alltrails.com/parks/canada/quebec/parc-de-la-gatineau--4
P19 Gatineau Park (Philippe)
Chemin du Lac-PhilippeGatineau Park - Trans-Canada Trail - Parking
Parent Beach
300 Chem. du Lac-PhilippeGatineau Park - Lac Philippe Beach - Trans-Canada Trail - Parking
Gatineau Park - Cave - Trail 54 - A trail leading to the cave. Bring your swimsuit and extra shoes. Wet.
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Lusk Cave
Trail 54Gatineau Park - Cave - Trail 54 - A trail leading to the cave. Bring your swimsuit and extra shoes. Wet.
P16 Vallée-Meech Parc de la Gatineau
Chemin PineGatineau Park - Trail 50 - Parking
P13 - Blanchet
905 Chem. du Lac MeechGatineau Park - Blanchet Beach on Lac Meech & Wolf Trail(Trail 62) - Parking
Champlain Lookout
Promenade ChamplainHuron Lookout
Promenade ChamplainFortune Lake
Promenade du Lac-FortuneLac Fortune - Near Trail 03
Gatineau Park P10 (Fortune)
Chemin Dunlop Gatineau Park - Parking
Gatineau Park P9 (Dunlop)
Chemin du Lac MeechGatineau Park - Parking
P8 - Chelsea
331 Chem. du Lac MeechGatineau Park - Trail - Parking
Visit Gatineau Park or visit Old Chlsea which has cafe's, ice cream shops, restaurants, etc... A cute little town with very nice outdoor spaces near eateries. A MUST SEE. At the visitors centre, there is a museum and you can rent some winter equipment like snowshoes. Call them.
Quite busy at times as this is usually where people from the city go as it is not too far to drive to from the city.
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Gatineau Park
33 Chem. ScottVisit Gatineau Park or visit Old Chlsea which has cafe's, ice cream shops, restaurants, etc... A cute little town with very nice outdoor spaces near eateries. A MUST SEE. At the visitors centre, there is a museum and you can rent some winter equipment like snowshoes. Call them.
Quite busy at times as this is usually where people from the city go as it is not too far to drive to from the city.
A turquoise lake with cliffs. About 2.5 km trail goes around it. No swimming as it is a very special and unique type of environment.
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Pink Lake Lookout
Promenade de la GatineauA turquoise lake with cliffs. About 2.5 km trail goes around it. No swimming as it is a very special and unique type of environment.
Around 300 meters above sea level which is about 200 meters above the Ottawa River which you have a stunning view of.
King Mountain Trail
Promenade ChamplainAround 300 meters above sea level which is about 200 meters above the Ottawa River which you have a stunning view of.
The ruins of an old experimental production facility that used water much like a dam to power its production of a product used for fertilizers. Nice sized water fall. Hold on to the hands of young ones as there are many climbing opportunities.
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Ruinas de Carbide Willson
639 Chemin du Lac MeechThe ruins of an old experimental production facility that used water much like a dam to power its production of a product used for fertilizers. Nice sized water fall. Hold on to the hands of young ones as there are many climbing opportunities.
The former estate of Prime Minister Mackenzie King. Very close to Lake Kingsmere which is beautiful in and of itself.
Visit the following website first:
http://ncc-ccn.gc.ca/places-to-visit/gatineau-park/mackenzie-king-estate
P6 Mackenzie King
Chemin MacKenzie KingThe former estate of Prime Minister Mackenzie King. Very close to Lake Kingsmere which is beautiful in and of itself.
Visit the following website first:
http://ncc-ccn.gc.ca/places-to-visit/gatineau-park/mackenzie-king-estate
Take a beautiful ride to get to the trail then see some beautiful waterfalls and then if you climb up to the top, you will have a beautiful view of the Ottawa River.
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Luskville Falls Trail
Chemin de l'Hôtel de VilleTake a beautiful ride to get to the trail then see some beautiful waterfalls and then if you climb up to the top, you will have a beautiful view of the Ottawa River.
Get the map of Wakefield Trails at the below site to see all the trails here. Plenty of them. Not just this one. This one has public parking nearby.
14 Chemin Caves
14 Chemin CavesGet the map of Wakefield Trails at the below site to see all the trails here. Plenty of them. Not just this one. This one has public parking nearby.
Chelsea Rail Trail Parking - A steam engine train used to take people from Ottawa to Wakefield up until a few years ago. Now the rail line has been converted to a beautiful trail.
https://www.trailforks.com/trails/chelsea-rail-trail/
331 Chemin de la Rivière
331 Chemin de la RivièreChelsea Rail Trail Parking - A steam engine train used to take people from Ottawa to Wakefield up until a few years ago. Now the rail line has been converted to a beautiful trail.
https://www.trailforks.com/trails/chelsea-rail-trail/
Hiking and a waterfall away from everything.
https://www.tourismeoutaouais.com/en/attractions/sentiers-du-parc-des-chutes-de-denholm/
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Parc des chutes de Denholm
830 Chem. PauganHiking and a waterfall away from everything.
https://www.tourismeoutaouais.com/en/attractions/sentiers-du-parc-des-chutes-de-denholm/
The tallest peak in the Region at 550 meters and home to an abandoned Cold War radar station. This is not a hike for the faint of heart but beautiful views await you as you climb this mountain starting at 200 meters.
Check out this blog about the site:
https://www.ontarioabandonedplaces.com/quebec/mont-stmarie/cold-war-gap-filler-radar-site/filling-the-gaps
Lac Ste. Marie Gap Filler Radar Station
Chemin du RadarThe tallest peak in the Region at 550 meters and home to an abandoned Cold War radar station. This is not a hike for the faint of heart but beautiful views await you as you climb this mountain starting at 200 meters.
Check out this blog about the site:
https://www.ontarioabandonedplaces.com/quebec/mont-stmarie/cold-war-gap-filler-radar-site/filling-the-gaps
A turn of the 20th Century dam.
https://www.google.ca/maps/place/Paugan+Dam/@45.8085118,-75.9386108,2984m/data=!3m1!1e3!4m5!3m4!1s0x4cd1cf6e71e89cfd:0x869aef4d28735a3c!8m2!3d45.8121984!4d-75.9261918!5m1!1e4
Paugan Dam
Chemin PauganA turn of the 20th Century dam.
https://www.google.ca/maps/place/Paugan+Dam/@45.8085118,-75.9386108,2984m/data=!3m1!1e3!4m5!3m4!1s0x4cd1cf6e71e89cfd:0x869aef4d28735a3c!8m2!3d45.8121984!4d-75.9261918!5m1!1e4
An odd ball site seeing spot if you are passing by the area.
https://www.nrcan.gc.ca/science-data/research-centres-labs/satellite-receiving-stations/satellite-facilities/gatineau-satellite-station/10948
Canada Centre for Remote Sensing - Gatineau Satellite Station
75 Chemin McclellandAn odd ball site seeing spot if you are passing by the area.
https://www.nrcan.gc.ca/science-data/research-centres-labs/satellite-receiving-stations/satellite-facilities/gatineau-satellite-station/10948
Food Scene
Great place to have breakfast. Great view of the Gatineau River if you can sit outside or if the window seats are available inside. Make reservations to make sure you get a nice table. Get there before 11:30 AM. I like "The Big Lad". Reasonably priced.
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Chamberlin's Lookout
804 Chem. RiversideGreat place to have breakfast. Great view of the Gatineau River if you can sit outside or if the window seats are available inside. Make reservations to make sure you get a nice table. Get there before 11:30 AM. I like "The Big Lad". Reasonably priced.
Great place to eat. Nice patio to eat in the centre of town. Nice view of the Gatineau River. A tiny bit retro on the inside. Don't forget to visit Pipolinka when you are there. A tad bit more expensive but still reasonable.
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Le Hibou
757 Chem. RiversideGreat place to eat. Nice patio to eat in the centre of town. Nice view of the Gatineau River. A tiny bit retro on the inside. Don't forget to visit Pipolinka when you are there. A tad bit more expensive but still reasonable.
Fantastic bakery in Wakefield. Lots of people go there. Everything made on the premises. Just delicious. I like there chocolate croissants. Most places don't put enough tasty chocolate in them but Pipolinkas does them right. Eat them cold or warm them up a little at home but not too much. Mango Lassies are great. They have soups of the day. Get the large size for $5. A tad pricey but you get your monies worth.
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Pipolinka Bakery
757B Chem. RiversideFantastic bakery in Wakefield. Lots of people go there. Everything made on the premises. Just delicious. I like there chocolate croissants. Most places don't put enough tasty chocolate in them but Pipolinkas does them right. Eat them cold or warm them up a little at home but not too much. Mango Lassies are great. They have soups of the day. Get the large size for $5. A tad pricey but you get your monies worth.
Traditional Quebec food. Always busy. Very popular. Very delicious. Make RESERVATIONS. Often has live music and traditional folk dancing that you join in. Call them and ask what's happening that day or night.
Bring your appetite. Do not eat the bread and butter because you will probably not be able to eat the whole meal which you will regret as it is really delicious. Its a pre-fix.
There is also a Sugar Shack meaning that they make maple syrup toffee, called Tier in French, from the Maple trees on the property. They give tours on how it is collected and made. Kids will love it. Grown-ups will love it.
It's just a great place. I find it is very much worth the price.
Vignoble de Chelsea
1582 Rte 105Traditional Quebec food. Always busy. Very popular. Very delicious. Make RESERVATIONS. Often has live music and traditional folk dancing that you join in. Call them and ask what's happening that day or night.
Bring your appetite. Do not eat the bread and butter because you will probably not be able to eat the whole meal which you will regret as it is really delicious. Its a pre-fix.
There is also a Sugar Shack meaning that they make maple syrup toffee, called Tier in French, from the Maple trees on the property. They give tours on how it is collected and made. Kids will love it. Grown-ups will love it.
It's just a great place. I find it is very much worth the price.
Quaint bakery. Great bread and deserts. Great for a sandwich but get there early before there all gone. A bit more expensive.
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Wakefield Bakery
813 Chem. RiversideQuaint bakery. Great bread and deserts. Great for a sandwich but get there early before there all gone. A bit more expensive.
Check it out when your near the General Store or the bakery.
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La Confiserie Wakefield
817 Chem. RiversideCheck it out when your near the General Store or the bakery.
Ice cream! The outside seating areas are fantastic here.
Old Chelsea has lots of good dining.
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La Cigale
14 Chem. ScottIce cream! The outside seating areas are fantastic here.
Old Chelsea has lots of good dining.
Nice place to eat in Old Chelsea. Check out everything in this one block area. The outdoor area in the eateries around here are great.
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TONIQUE
18 Chem. ScottNice place to eat in Old Chelsea. Check out everything in this one block area. The outdoor area in the eateries around here are great.
Jean Burger
88 Rte 105Inexpensive. Burgers.
The best pizza. Not just the best pizza in Wakefield. I mean the best pizza I know of in Canada. Really, really good.
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MJ.M.D. Pizza de Luigi Pizza
31a Chem. de la Vall. de WakefieldThe best pizza. Not just the best pizza in Wakefield. I mean the best pizza I know of in Canada. Really, really good.
Best restaurant in Wakefield. A bit pricey though.
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The Village House
759 Chem. RiversideBest restaurant in Wakefield. A bit pricey though.
This is Canada. Got to know where the nearest Timmies is.
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Tim Hortons
525 Somerset St WThis is Canada. Got to know where the nearest Timmies is.
Ice Cream with a great view and place to sit. Sit in the backyard on big chairs and watch the La Peche River empty into the Gatineau River or walk along the boardwalk eating delicious ice cream.
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Wakefield MaBoule
761 Chem. RiversideIce Cream with a great view and place to sit. Sit in the backyard on big chairs and watch the La Peche River empty into the Gatineau River or walk along the boardwalk eating delicious ice cream.
New! Opened in December of 2020. Coffee for the Coffee lover.
https://bluebarncoffee.com/
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Bluebarn Coffee Roasters
20 Chemin de la Vallée de WakefieldNew! Opened in December of 2020. Coffee for the Coffee lover.
https://bluebarncoffee.com/
Located in Val-des-Monts (not Wakefield), and just 9 minutes from the Chalet. You may have to speak a little French.
https://www.maisonmelda.ca/
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Maison Melda
754 Route PrincipaleLocated in Val-des-Monts (not Wakefield), and just 9 minutes from the Chalet. You may have to speak a little French.
https://www.maisonmelda.ca/
la Fauxmagerie Ma Petite Cuisine (My Tiny Cupboard)
28 Chem. de la Vall. de WakefieldVegan Restaurant
https://mytinycupboard.com/
Gourmet Ice Cream
https://www.facebook.com/SurLaLuneWakefield/
https://www.tripadvisor.ca/Restaurant_Review-g681182-d17476940-Reviews-Sur_la_Lune-Wakefield_Outaouais_Region_Quebec.html
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Sur la Lune - Crème glacée
31A Chem. de la Vall. de WakefieldGourmet Ice Cream
https://www.facebook.com/SurLaLuneWakefield/
https://www.tripadvisor.ca/Restaurant_Review-g681182-d17476940-Reviews-Sur_la_Lune-Wakefield_Outaouais_Region_Quebec.html
Kaffe 1870
715 Chem. RiversideCafe, Pub and Live Music.
Essentials
Best place to get groceries period. Same price as big name grocery stores but much more inviting. They have lots of locally produced goods. If you like making eggs or foods containing eggs, there are locally farmed eggs in a yellow carton. Best tasting. The bread is from the bakery across the street. They have a nice selection of meats some locally sourced. They have some freshly made delicious meals that you can prepare quickly. Excellent selection of Beer. Also some wines. Just go there!
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Wakefield General Store
804 Chem. RiversideBest place to get groceries period. Same price as big name grocery stores but much more inviting. They have lots of locally produced goods. If you like making eggs or foods containing eggs, there are locally farmed eggs in a yellow carton. Best tasting. The bread is from the bakery across the street. They have a nice selection of meats some locally sourced. They have some freshly made delicious meals that you can prepare quickly. Excellent selection of Beer. Also some wines. Just go there!
Petro-Canada
292 Rideau StNearest Gas Station.
This is a cross between Costco, Winners, Wallmart and a dollar store. Very low prices for big brand groceries. Milk butter, cheddar cheese, cookies, Doritos, Coke, etc.... Right off the highway and there is a Tim Hortins and a dollar store next to it. Although I prefer the Wakefield General Store for its quality, this place has really cheap prices. Your call. They also have a whole lot of inexpensive DVDs and BluRay disks. You might catch a few titles you like. Video Kennedy is a DVD/BluRay rental place if that is what you are looking for.
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Tigre Géant
170 Chem. ValleyThis is a cross between Costco, Winners, Wallmart and a dollar store. Very low prices for big brand groceries. Milk butter, cheddar cheese, cookies, Doritos, Coke, etc.... Right off the highway and there is a Tim Hortins and a dollar store next to it. Although I prefer the Wakefield General Store for its quality, this place has really cheap prices. Your call. They also have a whole lot of inexpensive DVDs and BluRay disks. You might catch a few titles you like. Video Kennedy is a DVD/BluRay rental place if that is what you are looking for.
Nearest SAQ. Like all SAQs they have crappy hours and close way too early. It's like you have to be a house-wife to be able to get there while they are open. For those of you who are not from Canada, the SAQ is the only place where you can purchase decent wine. It is a monopoly and very much like a supermarket. Welcome to Canada. I'm originally from NYC and this was truly a shock when I moved to Canada. In a pinch, go to the Wakefield General Store. Small selection but pretty good or else head to the back of the store and grab yourself a nice beer from Quebec that's in a big thick champaign style bottle. Can't go wrong.
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SAQ
1707 Rte 105Nearest SAQ. Like all SAQs they have crappy hours and close way too early. It's like you have to be a house-wife to be able to get there while they are open. For those of you who are not from Canada, the SAQ is the only place where you can purchase decent wine. It is a monopoly and very much like a supermarket. Welcome to Canada. I'm originally from NYC and this was truly a shock when I moved to Canada. In a pinch, go to the Wakefield General Store. Small selection but pretty good or else head to the back of the store and grab yourself a nice beer from Quebec that's in a big thick champaign style bottle. Can't go wrong.
Nearest regular supermarket to Wakefield on Autoroute 5. Exit 24 Cross Loops. Visit the SAQ next door if you get there early enough.
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IGA Famille Charles
455 Mnt de la SourceNearest regular supermarket to Wakefield on Autoroute 5. Exit 24 Cross Loops. Visit the SAQ next door if you get there early enough.
Nearest regular supermarket to house. It is on Rt. 307. There is another IGA closer to Wakefield.
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IGA Famille Charles
455 Mnt de la SourceNearest regular supermarket to house. It is on Rt. 307. There is another IGA closer to Wakefield.
Local Hospital in the town of Wakefield about 10 minutes away from the our chalet.
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Centre Hospitalier Gatineau Mémorial
101 Chem. BurnsideLocal Hospital in the town of Wakefield about 10 minutes away from the our chalet.
Food straight from the farm. Local Organic farm with retail store. Check website for which days & hours open.
https://juniperfarm.ca/
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Juniper Farm
375 Chem. ShouldiceFood straight from the farm. Local Organic farm with retail store. Check website for which days & hours open.
https://juniperfarm.ca/
A unique farm with unique products. Worth a trip but check the website for hours for their stand. Only open certain day(s).
http://fermeetforet.ca/
Ferme et Forêt
225 Chem. ShouldiceA unique farm with unique products. Worth a trip but check the website for hours for their stand. Only open certain day(s).
http://fermeetforet.ca/
L'Alpakiade
683 Route 105Farm Fresh Eggs and alpacas.
https://en.alpakiade.com/
Drinks & Nightlife
Famous place. Check out who is playing there or just roll the dice and see if you like whatever band is playing there. Go to their website
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The Blacksheep Inn / Auberge Le Mouton Noir
753 Chem. RiversideFamous place. Check out who is playing there or just roll the dice and see if you like whatever band is playing there. Go to their website
Everything Else
Always people filling up huge jugs with great tasting spring water. It is frequently tested by the municipality. Bring some water bottles of your own. None provided.
La source - Wakefield Spring
Always people filling up huge jugs with great tasting spring water. It is frequently tested by the municipality. Bring some water bottles of your own. None provided.
Arts & Culture
A nice rustic museum about the history of the area with a few trails into the woods. Free parking. Use it to visit the covered bridge. Information centre. A little brook runs through it.
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Fairbairn House Heritage Centre
45 Chem. de Wakefield HeightsA nice rustic museum about the history of the area with a few trails into the woods. Free parking. Use it to visit the covered bridge. Information centre. A little brook runs through it.
Galerie D'Art
Art galleria and coffee with a back porch to enjoy.