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160 Unusual Things to See in Ontario ~ Bay of Quinte



I know nothing about the Bay of Quinte so I Googled it. I asked Google what was so special about Bay of Quinte and Google gave me lots of answers.

"In the town of Belleville, situated along the shores of the beautiful Bay of Quinte, the water lures anglers, sailors and city folk who simply love a good view. This historic town offers entertaining attractions and a history that will pique your curiosity, as well as unique shopping, great dining and unending views of the water. Charter a sailboat or don your best walking shoes to enjoy the best of the Bay of Quinte and Belleville.

"Where to go for a drink
The Lark is a bustling cultural hub and a beloved stopping place in the downtown core, with drinks from an award-winning cocktail maker and sommelier

"Where to get great ice cream
Reid's Dairy is one of Ontario's largest, independently-owned dairy producers known for its famous Loonie shake.

"Where to go for a hike
Batawa Trails features 22 km of non-motorized trails, where you can spend quality time outdoors going for a run, hike or bike surrounded by beautiful forests. It's a wonderful place to be in the fall when the leaves change colour.

"Where to watch the sunset
For a tiny window in late spring, there are cherry blossoms in bloom that make a beautiful backdrop for sunset photos at Riverside Park."

https://www.destinationontario.com/en-ca/cities-towns/bay-of-quinte-and-belleville


"The Bay, as it is known locally, provides some of the best trophy walleye angling in North America as well as most sport fish common to the great lakes.

"Tourism in the area is significant, especially in the summer months due to the Bay of Quinte and its fishing, local golf courses, provincial parks, and wineries."


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