Marmora KOA

The Greensides’ Farm

Within walking distance, off Hwy #7 just west of KOA Campground Road. A family farm was converted several years ago into a retreat area, including a large walking trail for Stations of the Cross, and a beautiful woodsy rosary path. A natural setting open to anyone for prayer or just a peaceful walk.

Marmora Iron Mine

One mile west of the campground, turn left off Hwy #7- an open pit iron ore mine, measuring nearly 700 feet deep, was mined up until 1978. The surface dimensions measure more than 1500 by 2800 feet. Now filling with pure spring water, the effect is spectacular. A look-out point off the roadway affords a perfect view and a chance to collect iron ore samples.

Lang Pioneer Village (Peterborough)

The Village is open daily from mid-May to mid-October. Sunday 1 to 6 p.m., Monday to Friday 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturdays and Holiday Mondays 1 to 5 p.m. Every Sunday there are special events, demonstrations and displays. The Visitor Center is open year-round. Some attractions include Milburn House, Tinsmith Shop, David Fife’s Log Cabin, Barge, Glen Alda Methodist Church and much more.

O'Hara's Mill Pioneer Village

Follow Hwy #7 east from camp to Jarvis Rd., then north and follow the signs. This beautiful conservation area sits on 35 acres of land, and houses an old Muley type sawmill, believed to be the only one of this type still in existence in Ontario. In addition, see a pioneer home, school house, museum and farm machinery. (Buildings closed for viewing due to cutbacks). Open Wednesday - Sunday from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Horsin' Around

Located 9 km west of the camgpround, off Tiffen Road. Trail Rides and lessons. www.horsinaroundfun.com

Hastings Heritage Trail

An abandoned railway line, from Trenton to Algonquin Park, with many trails leading off to cover Hastings County and beyond. Just south of Marmora, the trail intersects the Trans Canada Trail, from Rice Lake to Perth. These trails can be used for hiking, biking, ATVs, horseback riding and more. Direct access to these trails from the campground. Visit www.atvontario.com for more information.

Indian River Reptile Zoo

Just 20 minutes away, Hwy #7 between Norwood & Peterborough. Canada's largest and only accredited Reptile Zoo. See over 200 venomous and non-venomous reptiles. Call and book tours and groups, otherwise just drop in. See www.reptilezoo.com to learn more.

Callaghan's Rapids Conservation Area

Callaghan's Rapids are small, but the waterfall is very wide plunge waterfall. There are at least two "Falls" of no more than one meter in height, each spanning the entire width of the river, which here is about 40 to 60 m across. When river flows are low enough (probably much of the year), you can walk out and explore the river bed. The upper "falls" is interesting in that it is formed on a wedge-shaped outcrop of limestone which appears to be beveled down to a sharp edge, right at the crest of the falls.

Unique Shopping

Visit Peacock Antiques in Marmora. Handicrafts, gift items, leather goods at the cheese factories, and more.
Artists in Motion - Gallery & Fine Crafts in Marmora on Forsyth Street.
High Spring Trading Post and Saddlery Located three miles West of Marmora. A leather outlet, Indian Crafts and jewelry.

Cheese Factories:
Here in the heart of dairy farmland, cheese is of the highest quality. There are several factories nearby with a large variety of cheese.
Eldorado
Ivanhoe (in the Madoc area)
Empire (in Campbellford)