Brighton retains the spirit of the area's early settlers, who established some of the finest apple orchards in Canada. You'll see celebrations of this in the fall at Applefest. The town also features many 19th century architectural treasures and some great dining locations. One is among the top 100 places to eat in Canada, The Gables, while two others are the only restaurants in Northumberland to overlook Lake Ontario at Presqu'ile Bay -- Harbourview Cafe and The Whistling Duck (free wifi and docking, too!)
Just south of Brighton proper, Presqu'ile Provincial Park is a renowned "hot spot" for bird watchers. More than 300 species can be found here, and every spring thousands of migrating ducks and other waterfowl stop off at the park to rest on their way north. Other park activities include swimming, camping, windsurfing, diving, nature programs, or a visit to the Heritage Centre at the oldest operating lighthouse on the north shore of Lake Ontario. Cross-country ski trails are available during the winter.
Within the shelter of Presqu'ile Bay, many water enthusiasts enjoy renting watercraft from a Gosport outfitter, and in the winter months you can be outfitted with ice fishing gear so you can 'walk on water' to your fishing hole.
Make sure you tour the Victorian splendour of Proctor House Museum, or watch a performance at the Brighton Barn Theatre right next door. Next to the Barn Theatre is Proctor Park Conservation Area with looped trails alongside Butler Creek.
Another exciting family experience is attending a race at the Brighton Speedway, where you'll see oval ice races, enduro races, sprint cars and much more. In winter, oval ice racing takes place with ice bikes and snowmobiles.
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