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Information
This 3.6 km circular walk
follows the route of one of the three Arnprior Millennium Trails (Gillies,
McLachlin and Heritage). The trail passes by the public marina and continues
along the Madawaska River until it meets the Ottawa River. The trail
then goes past the Galilee stone mansion, built in 1853, and then enters
Gillies Grove, which is a rare remnant of old growth forest.
How
to get there
Drive to Arnprior via Hwy 17, and at the
traffic lights, approach the town via Daniel St. Cross the railway line
and continue straight on along Daniel St North. Turn left onto Madawaska
Blvd, then first right onto John St North. Park immediately on your
right in the lot by Arnprior and District Museum / Library.
Directions
- From the Arnprior and District Museum
walk along Madawaska Blv to the Millennium Trail Kiosk near to Arnprior's
Bell Tower.
- Turn left onto the Millennium Trail
and walk along the west bank of the Madawaska River, passing the public
marina and boat launch.
- By the public beach, climb the steps
and pass through Robert Simpson Park. Then follow the road out of
the park a short way before turning right and entering the grounds
of the “Galilee Community” (private property - respect their
goodwill).
- You pass by the
stone mansion called, “The Hill,” built by the first David
McLachlin in 1953.
- Continue along
and before a gate (signed private property), turn left into the woods.
Please note, a change of trail is currently under consideration
at this location. The alternative route will be posted shortly.
- Then turn right
at the main trail and take the footpath through Gillies Grove to the
Millennium Trail Kiosk, as you exit Gillies
Grove.
- Follow Ottawa
St, turn right onto Harrington St, left onto Victoria, and right along
John St North, and the circle is complete.
Map
-- Gillies Grove
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