Killaloe (Ontario) Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
village in Ontario, Canada
About Killaloe (Ontario)
The shores of Golden Lake are 3 km (1.9 mi) to the east, which is well known for quality angling and year-round recreation. There is little of note in the town, but those heading to the park or to other remote areas might consider stopping here for provisions. The name Killaloe (pronounced "KILL-a-LOO") hails from an Irish community in Ireland of the same name and salutes the Irish heritage of many of the first settlers to this area who came to Canada in the early 19th century seeking a better life. The origin of this little town centred on the lumber trade. Built in 1849, and rebuilt in 1870 after a devastating fire, the mill at Old Killaloe harnessed waterpower to grind grain for area residents up to 1930, and planed lumber until the 1960s. In those days it was known as Fort McDonnell, b
Where to Stay in Killaloe (Ontario)
- 🏨Sands on Golden Lake
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