Discover Clarence-Rockland

Clarence-Rockland can be discovered through a range of different themes: a protected natural area, a 72-kilometre recreational trail, and places that share local history and heritage. There are also tours and programs at Tucker House and Hammond Hill in Hammond. As you plan your vacation, you can consider whether nature, activity, history, or a combination of these interests should be the focus.

Nature and Activities in Different Seasons

Lavigne Natural Park is a protected area covering 100 acres. It allows wildlife, vegetation, and birds to thrive naturally. Those interested in nature and wildlife will find a different focus here than in the local history offerings. Tucker House’s Wellness and Recognition Garden is open to the entire community, complementing the nature themes with a garden explicitly open to everyone.

For active days, the Prescott and Russell Recreational Trail is another option. The 72-kilometre trail is used for hiking and cycling in summer and snowmobiling in winter. Activities therefore vary considerably by season. The trail’s stopping point in Bourget has parking, a covered pavilion, picnic tables, and washrooms. These amenities can be useful when planning a visit to this stopping point.

Local History and Heritage

Clarence-Rockland’s Heritage Tours share the city’s history through signs outside historic buildings. They are organized by the City of Clarence-Rockland and the Saint-Pascal-Baylon Historical Society. The tour also includes the former Sainte-Famille School. It is considered local heritage because of its long-standing role in the community’s education and its new cultural use. Its former function and current cultural use make it a distinctive example of local heritage.

The Clarence-Rockland Museum has a collection of more than 5,000 objects. These include photographs, documents, newspapers, old books, medals for military bravery, tools, garments, plaques, trophies, and other artifacts. The collection therefore spans a wide variety of object types. The museum is currently closed to the public while its operations are being transferred to the Clarence-Rockland Public Library. Keep this current situation in mind if the museum is relevant to your trip planning.

Tucker House and Hammond Hill

Tucker House offers guided or self-guided tours about local history and heritage, as well as its sustainability features. Workshops and programs are also held at Maison Tucker House, in the historic residence, various gardens, and the forest. The subject matter ranges from the history of the house and its surroundings to the events offered there. If you are interested, you can choose between a tour and a workshop or program as different reasons to visit.

Hammond is also a distinct discovery theme, with Hammond Hill: it is the location of Canada’s first eco-experience and wilderness retreat of its kind. Along with the protected area, recreational trail, and cultural offerings, this provides a range of interests to consider when choosing a vacation rental in Clarence-Rockland.

Discover More Places

If you would like to include other places in your search, you can find Hawkesbury, L'orignal, Plantagenet, Limoges, Curran, Wendover and Casselman here.

For the broader travel overview: Prescott And Russell United Counties.