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Swimming, Picnics and Beaches
The Douglass
beach is located just outside of the village on Lakeside. Soft sand and shady
trees on the shores of Brome Lake make this the best place to beat the heat and
enjoy and outdoor lunch. Officially open from June 24th through until August 20th.
There are toilets, picnic tables, showers and a life guard on duty during official
operating season. There is a fee for parking that starts at 7$ per day. There
is a lovely walking trail that leads to the beach from Landsdowne and Victoria
street so if you prefer to save the parking fee take a walk through the woods
and you'll reach the beach which is within easy walking distance (about 2 km).
Swimming
is also available at the exclusive Brome Lake Yacht Club at 221 Lakeside but annual
membership is required ($725 per family). The phone number is (450) 243-523.
Another popular picnic spot is in the center of the
village in the Mill Pond Park right beside the dam. The waters cascade into the
Coldbrook and there is often arts events and music happening during the summer
weekends so it is a lively place for a picnic and great for taking a break from
shopping in the village.
Outdoor
Tennis Courts (Free)
The Lions Park
in Knowlton on Center Street, across from the Brome Lake Duck farm maintains great
fenced in tennis courts that have well cared for nets, not sagging like in many
public courts!
Also at the Lions Park in Knowlton:
Skateboard ramps, basketball court, softball diamond, football and soccer fields.
There is also a basketball court and some kids playground
apparatus available right beside Knowlton Academy which is located on Victoria
Street near Landsdowne Street.
Skating, Hockey
and Tobogganing
In winter there is a hockey rink
that is maintained behind the Knowlton Academy and on the hill that leads down
to the Coldbrook is the perfect winter sliding and tobogganing hill for the kids!
Also during the winter
a small public rink is often built in the small park beside the Mill Pond Dam
in the center of Knowlton.
Walking
Trails and Cycling
There are some peaceful walking
paths in Knowlton that are perfect for a quick stroll and none of them require
special hiking shoes as most are simply pedestrian paths through the woods and
are well maintained. One trail starts near the Mill Pond Park and winds along
the Coldbrook before heading up the hill to Knowlton Academy and then winding
towards the beach and beyond to the North.
Toms Bike Shop, 231 Knowlton Road, is the best place in town to have quick
repairs done or to buy new bike bikes and gear. Tom also carries skateboarding
gear.
This trail winds from Waterloo to Bromont and is an easy
distance to peddle. The trail head is only a 15 minute drive from Knowlton. Cycling
in the Eastern Townships offers many choices from paved easy rides to more extreme
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Lac
Brome Chamber of Commerce
The Chamber of commerce operates the tourist
office in Foster and a small kiosk in Knowlton and they also have a tourist information
office at the main Chamber of Commerce Office which is open 7 days a week in summer
(with staff available to answer questions) and weekdays only the rest of the year.
Located
at 255-C Knowlton road across
from the Knowlton Pub and close to good ice-cream! Phone: (450) 242-2870
Chamber of Commerce Website
The Visitors Information Center is located on Lakeside right in the
heart of Knowlton beside the Mill Pond Park. A booth is operated during the summer
season and contains information on all recreational activities and complete listings
of things to do in the Eastern Townships.
Another tourist information
booth is located in the historical train station near Foster at the intersection
of highway 243 and highway 215 near the Knowlton Golf Club. This information booth
has a more complete array of guidebooks, maps and event schedules for the Eastern
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Camping
While many people stay at one of the Hotels or beautiful Bed & Breakfasts
in the Knowlton area there are also fantastic opportunities to enjoy some camping.
Domaines des Erables , located at 688 Bondville, is a large camping
and family activity site perfect for an outdoor vacation. The campsite has 185
sites and offers a full range of camping services. They have a dumping station,
a corner store and snack bar, laundrymat, an outdoor pool as well as a boat launch
and rentals. A full community hall and games court make this a perfect spot for
a vacation in the Eastern Townships.
Visitors can enjoy many activities on Brome lake including
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Sailing & Boating
There are boat and canoe rentals
at the Knowlton Marina which is at 78 Benoit Street. The Marina also offers
a power boat launch and fueling services as well as an outdoor lounge and restaurant.
There is also a free boat launch on Lakeside road right beside the Auberge
Quilliams. The launch is perfect for kayaks, windsurfers and canoes.
There is also a picnic area here and a toilet.
For the more discerning
of residents and visitors there is the Brome Lake Yacht Club on Lakeside. Since
1901 this exclusive yacht and summer country club has provided members with superb
service and recreational facilities. There are tennis courts and a full range
of summer activities for all members of the family. Membership and annual dues
are required and current family memberships are $725 for a year.
Golf
Golfing in the Eastern Townships offers a choice of many challenging courses that
combine incredible scenery with luxurious facilities. There are many other courses
available in the vacinity of Knowlton as well so ask at the visitros information
center about the choice of golf courses.
Golf
Inverness is located at 511 Bondville on the shores of Brome lake, not far
from the village of Knowlton. The lovely course has 18-holes where golf lovers
will find each fairway and green more surprising than the last. All greens are
well protected with one or two sand traps and two of every three include a water
hazard to bring out the best in you. Three different skill levels with separate
tee-off areas.
Brome Lake Golf
Club is located at 700 Lakeside near the tourist information booth. The course
is only 3 kilometers from highway 10 at exit 90 at the door to Brome Lake. The
"Club de Golf Lac Brome" is for the golfer who enjoys a fair challenge
and has already become known as one of the best Executive golf courses in Québec.
This par 3-4, nine-hole course is nestled right in the heart of the Eastern Townships.
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