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For a scenic country drive near Ottawa that gives you lots of opportunities to hike, eat, shop and relax, all you need to do is Follow 44.

Just minutes south of Ottawa, County Road 44 offers an easy and scenic weekend getaway outside of the city. This 27-kilometre rural route begins at Rideau River Provincial Park, travels through historic downtown Kemptville, winds past farms and countryside attractions, and ends in the charming village of Spencerville.

Spend the weekend discovering local cafés and baked goods, exploring wooded trail networks (dog-friendly, too), meeting artists and makers, walking with an alpaca, browsing farmers’ markets and independent boutiques, paddling along the Rideau River, or enjoying a relaxed lunch in a quiet rural village.

If you’re searching for a peaceful escape close to Ottawa, a rural Ontario road trip, or a weekend getaway filled with small-town charm, Follow 44 invites you to slow down and discover your own favourites along the way.

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Saunders Country Critters

An animal sanctuary that rescues both domestic and exotic animals that have no place else to go. You can visit the animals and help to support their care!

Green Gables Vines

Visit this vineyard for a simple glass of wine among the wines, or for a curated tasting of the local wines. You can even experience grape picking during harvest time.

Kemptville Farmers’ Market

May to October, this popular market’s vendors are all producers. They must grow the food, or make the products they offer. Check out the Wildling Acres flower booth – you can also attend Pick-your-own bouquet events at their location, south on County Road 44!

Rideau River Provincial Park

Enjoy camping on nice level, shaded campsites with all amenities nearby. Swimming, motorboating, kayaking, fishing.

The Spencerville Mill

Discover how the Spencerville Mill adapted from a flour and grist mill serving the community’s needs to a feed mill serving local farmers and feed stores.

Ferguson Forest Centre

A large public forest on the Kemptville Creek that includes Forest trails, Kayak launch, 7.5 acre forested dog park, 18-hole disc golf, an arboretum, groomed winter trails, and more.