This small farming and resort town in scenic Lanark County, lies on the Mississippi River in the Ottawa Valley countryside, and is located 15 km south of Arnprior, and 60 km west of Ottawa.
Pakenham Attractions
Fulton’s Pancake House and Sugar Bush
399 Sugar Bush Rd, Pakenham, ON K0A 2X0
(off Country Rd 29 between Almonte and Pakenham)
613-256-3867 fax; 613-256-2624 1-888-538-5866
This 400 hectare sugar bush, owned by its fifth generation, is a perfect place to enjoy the spring maple syrup run and the fall colours. Nature trails, kids playground, dining room, and maple gift shop. Free admission, except for special activities. Open all year for pre-booked groups, Mar-April and Sept-October for general public. 10 am to 4 pm.
Mount Pakenham
Box 190 Pakenham K0A 2X0
Highway 17 to Antrim turnoff, Highway 15 to Pakenham to McWatty Road for 2 km
613-624-5290 fax: 613-624-5612 1-800-665-7405
Full service family ski and snowboard park, with a 100 metre vertical. Also, 20 km of cross-country trails.