Lanark lines the Clyde River with tree-lined streets, heritage stonework, and a small-town pace that still puts you close to bigger-city amenities in Perth and Ottawa. The Township’s website, the Township of Lanark Highlands, highlights local services, recreation, and community programs, while the wider Lanark County is celebrated for its maple syrup traditions, country roads, and four-season festivals. Weekend plans range from paddling quiet stretches of the Clyde to browsing artisan markets and farm stands.
Families appreciate education options anchored by Maple Grove Public School, known for a close-knit atmosphere, outdoor learning, and extracurriculars. Older students typically commute to high schools in nearby towns, offering specialized programs and athletics. Local clubs, arenas, and libraries across the county help fill the calendar with youth sports, music, and maker activities.
Outdoor lovers find remarkable variety here. The Purdon Conservation Area bursts with showy lady’s-slipper orchids each June and has boardwalks suited to all ages. Hikers make the short, rewarding climb to the Blueberry Mountain lookout at Blueberry Mountain (CliffLAND) for sweeping views over forests and lakes. Anglers work the pools and runs of the Clyde, cyclists spin quiet backroads, and winter brings groomed trails and clear, starry skies.
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