Hastings on the Trent is the gateway to Rice Lake, the second largest lake on the Trent system. Since 1615, when Samuel Champlain is said to have navigated this historical site, to 1820 when the town was named Crook’s Rapids, and onward to today, people discover abundant wildlife along our 1500’ greenbelt marina and picnic area. Watch for Great Blue Herons, muskrats and beaver as you swim at our public beach.

     Relax on the 70’ waterfront deck at the new municipal marina and stroll along the waterfront promenade; a great place to dock large yachts and give the feet something to do. You can ponder the great steamships that used to travel to Hastings as you walk to the first dam ever built on the Trent in 1844, or  marvel at the highest velocity of water shooting through the dam chutes as fishers compete for trophy fish from the bridge. After this kick up your feet and have some lunch fare while patio dining at the water’s edge, munch on fish & chips at our restaurants, and cap it off by sampling gourmet coffee at our new chic lock-side café.

      If you are in need of more to do there is 5-pin bowling, century homes to enjoy, pontoon boat and jet-ski rentals, or just stock up on supplies at the LCBO and grocers and catch up on your banking. Why not check on your email with free internet access at the marina? Chat with our veterans at the Legion and relax a while or visit the local library. We also have many beautiful churches that are very active in the community. With 60 kilometres of lock-free open water, Hastings is a great choice to stay overnight -   or dock your vessel for the season!

      And at the end of it all, watch spectacular sunsets from the deck of your yacht as you prepare for yet another day at

Hastings, the Hub of the Trent!