Things to See in Bancroft

Climb atop the Eagles Nest for a breath-taking view of the York River Valley. Located above down town Bancroft, off Hastings Street North.

Crooked Slide Park is a restored chute on Rockingham Creek, and is an interesting example of how one used to work.

Located on the north shore of Steenburg Lake, the McGeachie Conservation Area has trails, ponds, wetlands, & more.

This beautiful waterfall is located at the end of an old forest access road, east of the town of Bancroft.

Algonquin Park has attracted visitors for over a century.  Visit the park to see why it has inspired artists, photographers, and outdoors people for years.

Enjoy a relaxing stroll, picnic, stretch your legs, or just sit and enjoy the scenery in one of Bancroft’s beautiful local parks.

Visit one of the many historic sites and plaques in Bancroft and the surrounding areas.

The “Gut” is a gorge around 30 meters high, through which Crowe River flows for approximately 230 meters.

See local artists and their artwork.  The gallery features member artists in the gift shop and hosts monthly shows.

Located on the York River at Birds Creek, High Falls has a dam built on it’s crest to control the level of Baptiste Lake.

The Hastings Heritage Trail is a four season, multi-use trail, which follows an old abandoned railway line.

The North Hastings Heritage Museum is a place of history for you to enjoy while visiting Bancroft.

Find local & worldwide mineral and fossil specimens, Canadian soapstone carvings, silver and gemstone jewelry, rock crafts, gifts, and a rock farm to collect your own specimens

North Hastings offers 13 different scenic routes, marked by highway signs to keep you on track.

There are over 270 Provincial Parks in Ontario.  We’ve compiled a list of the ones around the Bancroft area.  What a great way to spend the day.

The York River Millennium Band Shell is a traditional log structure is home to various events throughout the spring, summer, and fall.

The Bancroft Mineral and Mining Museum is housed in the fully-restored heritage train station. Stop by and discover the history of the mining in the area.

The Bancroft and Area Studio Tours are held once a year in the fall, and are an event in which local artists display their creations.

Enjoy live performances, musicals, and concerts and the Bancroft Village Playhouse.

Learn more about where and how to go rockhounding in Bancroft and the area.

With so many great trails in the area, it’s no wonder people flock here in the winter.

If you’re looking for the best place to see fall colours in Ontario, we’ve compiled a list to help.

Art, crafts, and music in the area is a popular past time.