Kirkfield and Area

Kirkfield is home to two of the most photographed sites in Kawartha Lakes, the Carden Plain Important Bird Area (IBA) and Lock 36 on the
Trent-Severn Waterway, the second highest hydraulic lift lock in the world.

Bordered by the villages of Bolsover, Dalrymple, Lorneville, Seabright, and Victoria Road this area is popular amongst cyclists and features sites on the Kawarthas Northumberland Butter Tart Tour that you won't want to miss.

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Home of the world’s second highest hydraulic lift lock, located at Lock 36 on the Trent-Severn Waterway.

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The Carden Plain is home to over 260 species of birds and is ranked as one of the top birding destinations in Ontario.

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The area is popular amongst cyclists and features sites on the Kawarthas Northumberland Butter Tart Tour.

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Explore the history and culture that make this community unique on our Stories Map.

Things to do in Kirkfield & Area:

Carden Alvar Important Bird Area

The Carden Alvar is a rare type of grassland habitat that supports a unique assemblage of plant and animal species, many of which are provincially or nationally rare. It is home to the Carden Plain Important Bird Area.

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Explore Local Trails

Over 40km of trails traverse the Queen Elizabeth II Wildlands Park. This park is one of the most diverse and least disturbed natural areas found in Central Ontario.

Kirkfield Lift Lock

Designed by Canadian engineer Richard Birdsail Rogers, the Kirkfield Lift Lock is the 2nd highest hydraulic lift lock in the world, with a lift of 15 metres (49ft.)

Visit the Kirkfield Museum

Featuring beautiful stained-glass windows, the museum space and features artifacts and exhibitions that illuminate Kirkfield's heritage.

Quaker Oaks Farm

Experience the authentic, rural, whimsical charm of Quaker Oaks Farm. Browse the roadside shop that features an eclectic mix of great food, art, crafts, gifts and souvenirs.

Balsam Lake Dry Stone Walls

Built by George Laidlaw in the 1860's, three kilometres of these walls still stand and are visible along both sides of Balsam Lake Drive.

Stay & Eat in Kirkfield:

With so many surrounding areas and unique accomodation options, there's no shortage of adventure in Kirkfield. Take a scenic drive through the region to discover the natural beauty of this community or stay and explore.

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View the Bolsover business listings

View the Dalrymple business listings

View the Lorneville business listings

View the Sebright business listings

Map of Kirkfield and Surrounding Areas with markers for important assets

Helpful Links:

Arts & Heritage Trail

Trip Planner

Nature Conservancy Canada

Coboconk, Norland & Area Chamber of Commerce