Burleigh Falls
Granite rapids on the northern edge of the Kawartha Lakes, where the Canadian Shield meets the limestone plains. In summer you can sunbathe on the rocks and wade in the water.
Burleigh Falls sits beside Highway 28, where the river rushes over pink granite in a series of rapids. Beside it are Lock 28 and a small dock. In summer locals swim in the calmer waters, fish, and picnic and take photos on the rocks. The falls are also considered the gateway to the northern wilderness of cottage country. It is a convenient stop on the way to Petroglyphs Provincial Park and the Kawartha Highlands. Admission is free.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Warsaw Caves Conservation Area
- Lakefield
- Petroglyphs Provincial Park
- Whetung Ojibwa Centre
- Kawartha Highlands Provincial Park
- Riverview Park & Zoo
- Indian River Reptile Zoo
- Peterborough Lift Lock