Top 8 Places to Visit in
L’Orignal | Ontario
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L’Orignal Moose Statue
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Don’t miss this perfect selfie spot. L’Orignal likely took its name from its location on the Ottawa River, once known as Pointe à l’Orignac (French for “Moose Point”). Moosed crossed the river here. Photo: Google Street View
Ancienne prison de L’Orignal
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The oldest jail in Ontario Built in 1825, L’Orignal is known as Ontario’s oldest prison and the second oldest in Canada, operating until 1998. Still in service is Ontario’s oldest courthouse, located on the prison’s second floor. In 2007, the prison opened its doors to the public as an essential piece of Ontario’s heritage, conducting […]
Riverest Marina
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Enjoy the scenic views of L’Orignal Bay and the Ottawa River by going hiking, relaxing by the shore, or doing watersports like kayaking or sailing. Managed by passionate co-owners Alexandra and André, the Riverest Marina is one of the oldest properties in Ontario and a top tourist destination in L’Orignal, Ontario. Photo: https://riverest.ca/
Riverest Restaurant
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Located along the Riverest Marina and opened in 2019, the Riverest Restaurant serves delicious food made with locally sourced ingredients, prepared by executive chef and Southwestern Ontario native Colin Marshall and his amazing team.
The Seigneury of L’Orignal
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A local landmark of L’Orignal’s rich heritage, this area is known as the first seigneuries (distribution of land) in the land we know now as Ontario. Granted to François Prévost, a town major of Quebec, the landmark now serves as a place to remember the local heritage and history of the town. Photo: https://www.ontarioplaques.com/Graphics/Image_Prescott04.jpg
- Centennial Park, 772 Front Street, L'Orignal
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- https://www.heritagetrust.on.ca/en/plaques/seigneury-of-lorignal
Plage de L’Orignal
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L’Orignal Beach Located in the heart of L’Orignal, L’Orignal Beach offers a variety of outdoor experiences for guests of all ages! Go swimming within the swim-safe areas, boating during the summer, or skating and skiing during the cooler months! L’Orignal Beach is the perfect spot on your daytrip to L’Orignal! Photo: Google Maps, Cee Cee
- 772 Front Street West
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- https://www.champlain.ca/en/recreation-and-leisure/l-orignal-beach.aspx
Sacha’s Park
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An innovative and inclusive playground in L’Orignal, Sacha’s Park prides itself on its welcoming atmosphere and accessibility for children of all abilities and walks of life. Built in memory of Sacha Chenier, a boy unable to play in park playgrounds due to their wheelchair’s inaccessibility. Sacha’s Park strives to provide a place where no child […]
Golden Dragon House
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A delicious, must-try spot for authentic Chinese food in L’Orignal, Golden Dragon House serves delicious Chinese cuisine favourites from Chow Mein to Fried Rice. A few minutes drives from some of L’Orignal’s tourist attractions, Golden Dragon House is a convenient and affordable stop for delicious food on your trip to L’Orignal. Photo: Google Street View