Arts, Culture & Heritage

Please note the construction project at the Dorset Scenic Lookout Tower is now complete, and the Tower has been fully re-opened in time for the Labour Day Weekend. Come and take in one of the most spectacular vistas in all of Ontario cottage country! 

Please note the Algonquin Highlands Administrative Office will be closed on Monday, Sept. 1 for Labour Day, re-opening to the public at 8 a.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 2. The Dorset Recreation Centre will also be closed, reopening on Tuesday. 

Advance tickets to visit the Dorset Scenic Lookout Tower during fall colours go on sale beginning Tuesday, September 2. Tickets will be required to visit the Tower beginning September 20, and continuing through to the end of the season on October 26.

Please note the Log Chute Trailhead into Crests of Kennisis will be completely closed for both entry and exit from Wednesday, Aug. 27 to Friday, Aug. 29 for maintenance. Please make alternative arrangements for exit and entry on any connecting trails during this time period. 

One of the Township's most popular events of the year returns to the Stanhope Municipal Airport from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 27! Mark your calendars for the Fall Colours Fly-In!

Please note that the Township’s water treatment systems will undergo routine maintenance on a rotating schedule during Monday, Sept. 8 and Tuesday, Sept. 9. 

Please note the terminal building at the Stanhope Municipal Airport will be closed on Friday, August 15. We apologize for any inconvenience.

The community is invited to attend the Township of Algonquin Highlands flag-raising celebration for Pride in the Highlands, which will take place Monday, Aug. 18 at 2 p.m. on the front lawn of the AH Administrative Office at 1123 North Shore Road. 

The next regular meeting of Algonquin Highlands Council takes place this Thursday, August 14 commencing at 9 a.m. You can view the agenda, which includes a link to the livestream, here. 

TAKE NOTICE the bus tour of municipal infrastructure for members of Algonquin Highlands Council for educational purposes that had been scheduled for Tuesday, August 12, 2025 has been cancelled.