Prince Edward County

Experience True Farm-To-Table Initiatives

Before the ground begins to freeze you may want to stock up on locally grown fruits and veggies, so we found a few of the best local county farms to help you fill your fridge for the colder months.

Campbells Orchards & Country Market – Rednersville, ON

This family-friendly farm is celebrating their 50th anniversary and offers a vast amount of sweet and savoury goodies including pick-your-own apples, pumpkins (all you can carry for $20), tomatoes and field veggies. Bring the family and your friends to enjoy some freshly baked goods, a run through the corn maze, lunch, hard cider, kids playground, animal petting area, wagon rides and more!

Danforth Acres – Hillier, ON

If solitude is more your style, you should take a peek at the Danforth Acres County farm stand. True to the farm life, you can take your pick of the fresh vegetables and fruit (including potatoes, peas, kale) and leave your cash in the box! This is the epitome of country living.

Honey Wagon Farms – Picton, ON

Organic, clean and fresh. Honey Wagon Farms puts their ripened squash and pumpkins on display for farm-goers to enjoy while offering their renowned maple syrup anytime of the year.

Laundry Farms – Picton, ON

You won’t find a more fall-themed farm then Laundry Farms, with apples, corn on the cob and scrumptious pumpkins ready for purchase all year round.

Creasy’s Apple Dabble Farm – Waupoos, ON

Pie, tarts, turnovers, squares, caramel covered, or just plan red – you can’t get enough of the apples over at Creasy’s Apple Farm. Pick-your-own batch or grab a bag of pre-plucked rubies!

Heres a list of pick your own and farm stands.

Sip Your Way Through The County

The County has the welcome mat out for wine lovers, with more than 40 wineries, and a growing craft-beer scene enticing visitors to sip and savour while indulging in a winery tour. This is the perfect place to leave the city bustle behind and relax while enjoying award-winning wines in rustic barns, on patios, or overlooking vineyards. The County’s limestone-rich soil and cool climate provide a terroir that is prime for producing scores of award-winning wines. The County produces world-class Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and Riesling, among others.
Even cider, mead, spirits, cordials, and kombucha are being nurtured in The County.

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Let Your Creativity Run Wild

Artistic flare is diverse in The County. You’ll find artist creations and spaces in galleries, rustic barn studios and even in outdoor exhibitions. Visit these spaces to discover everything from paintings to pottery and glasswork to silk art. But the artistic experiences don’t stop there, dive into the arts scene head first and create your own piece inspired by The County! Get your hands dirty in an in-studio workshop to create the ultimate keepsake. Drive the countryside to chat with the artists and gallery owners who make the county a beautiful place to explore and unwind.

Savour The Flavour Of The County

Experience Prince Edward County’s fantastic flavours and revel in its creativity. Fall offers a time to reflect, rejuvenate and reimagine – perfect for whiling away a day gathered around a table with friends or family, imbibing with gusto at one of the local restaurants, farms, cideries or breweries. Local farmers, winemakers, brewers and craftspeople are celebrated in food and drink here.

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Fall Migration

Birders beware: this gem will leave you wanting to come back! Visiting the Prince Edward Point Bird Observatory in fall is an exciting and hands-on County destination. A migration monitoring station that was established almost 25 years ago, the observatory is the caretaker for the Prince Edward County South Shore Important Bird Area. This banding site is located along a major migratory route and is a focus for passerines, waterfowl and raptors with yearly reports of rare and unusual species. The best part? The Observatory is open to the public!

This season, the Observatory is offering guided bird walks and Saw-whet Owl Banding on certain nights throughout October. These owls are typically hard to spot; they’re tiny, with an oversized head and round, bright yellow eyes. But see them here during special night events and be a part of the banding! The events are free, but do require pre-registration.