Toronto 
The scenic Long Sault Parkway is officially set to reopen for the 2025 season on April 15, offering drivers, cyclists, and outdoor enthusiasts the chance to explore one of eastern Ontario’s most unique routes.
Credit: St. Lawrence Parks
Located between Kingston and Montreal, this 10-kilometre stretch of road links eleven islands in the St. Lawrence River—remnants of a landscape dramatically reshaped in the 1950s during the creation of the St. Lawrence Seaway and the Moses-Saunders Power Dam.
Each island has its own character, and the route is ideal for everything from a peaceful drive to an active day of cycling or paddling. Wide shoulders accommodate bikes, and the nearby waters are perfect for kayaking or stand-up paddleboarding, with rentals available from local outfitters like Mike and Jenny’s Paddle Fit.
The Parkway isn’t just about views. It also has deep historical roots. Before starting your drive, you might want to stop at the Lost Villages Museum in Ault Park, where restored heritage buildings tell the story of communities submerged by the seaway project. Lost Villages Museum opens in June.
Beachgoers can unwind at Woodlands Beach or the larger Mille Roches Beach, while anglers have plenty of spots to cast a line.
For those planning a longer stay, there are campgrounds, cabins, and even opportunities to dive and explore the remnants of Lock 21, one of Canada’s top surface dive sites. You can also consider Cornwall as a base camp and explore Long Sault Parkway on a day trip.
Open through mid-November, weather permitting, the Long Sault Parkway makes for a memorable spring or summer getaway just a short drive from Ottawa or Kingston.
So, when are you hitting the road?
