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Ask a QuestionWhat is the history of the old house in Fort Stewart associated with Dr. Harriette?
What is known about the historic house in Fort Stewart that local residents have said was once owned by a doctor whose name may…
How can new residents join an ATV club and get local trail maps?
We are new to the Bancroft area. Which ATV club should we join, where can we obtain current trail maps and permits, and what…
Are there photos of the Diamond Lake lumber camp and one-room school?
Are there surviving photographs or records of the Diamond Lake lumber camp, its camp house and the one-room school attended by workers’ children during…
Are there old photos or brochures from Lavallée Lake?
Are there historical photographs, brochures or memories of the former tent-and-trailer camp at Lavallée Lake?
Where can visitors find the locations of ghost towns near Bancroft?
Is there a reliable map or guide showing the locations and history of ghost towns in the Bancroft and North Hastings area?
Where can I view historical photographs of Bancroft?
Which local museum, archive, library or online collection has the largest selection of historical photographs of Bancroft and the surrounding area?
Is there a trail between Cardiff and Bancroft?
Is there a legal multi-use trail connecting Cardiff and Bancroft, and where can visitors check its current condition, permitted uses and seasonal closures?
What are the rules for camping on Crown land near Bancroft?
Can visitors camp on Crown land near Bancroft with a travel trailer, and where can they verify access, length-of-stay, fire, waste and road-use rules?
How accessible is Eagle’s Nest for visitors with limited mobility?
How close can visitors drive to the Eagle’s Nest lookout, and are any viewpoints or facilities accessible to people who cannot walk the full…
Can visitors access Eagle’s Nest for sunrise?
Can visitors enter Eagle’s Nest early enough to watch the sunrise, and where are current gate and park hours posted?
When does the road gate at Eagle’s Nest close for the season?
During which months is the roadway to Eagle’s Nest normally open, and where can visitors confirm whether the gate is open before making the…
Can visitors tour a ghost town by ATV and camp nearby?
Are there legal ATV routes to any ghost towns near Bancroft, and where can riders camp without trespassing or damaging historic sites?