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Summary

This cute town 1 hour from Toronto is a summer gem with storybook streets and winding trails

Cozy cafes and picturesque hikes await.

Lead Writer, Travel

You don't need to embark on a lengthy road trip to discover a charming small town. This village is just an hour away from Toronto and offers endless trails, quaint streets and summer charm.

You can spend a day strolling through local shops, enjoying an iced coffee at a cozy cafe and exploring some beautiful scenery at this dreamy spot.

Uxbridge is a charming small town located about an hour away from Toronto. It's known as the "Trail Capital of Canada," so you'll want to bring your hiking boots along for the adventure.

The downtown boasts historic buildings, old-world shops and picturesque patios. You can grab a drink from The Bridge Social Inc. and find your next read at Blue Heron Books.

Fans of Anne of Green Gables will want to explore the Lucy Maud Montgomery Trail, a self-guided journey through Uxbridge and its surrounding communities that highlights key sites from the author's life.

Other self-guided trails to explore that feature stops in Uxbridge include the Beer & Cider Trail and the Culinary Trail.

As Uxbridge is Canada's "Trail Capital," you'll want to plan a hike or two. According to Discover Uxbridge, the area is home to over 300 kilometres of trails that "run through historic villages, mixed forests, streams, wetlands, and meadows with an abundance of brilliant flora and fauna."

You can explore areas like Glen Major Forest and Red Oak Loop for some stunning scenery.

Uxbridge is surrounded by quaint countryside farms, so you can stop on your way home to pick up some local produce or fresh flowers.

With small-town charm and beautiful trails, Uxbridge is a dreamy spot for a day trip just outside Toronto.

Discover Uxbridge Website

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    • Lead Writer

      Madeline Forsyth is a Toronto-based Lead Writer for Narcity Media. After earning her B.A. (Hons) at Queen's University, she spent a year travelling much of the world as a flight attendant. Now, she uses her experience in the travel industry and passion for writing to share stories about buzzworthy events and adventures across Canada and the globe. Madeline has been published in PopSugar and has interviewed sports and entertainment personalities for Narcity. She has covered and photographed restaurant openings as well as event launches such as the world premiere of the Dr. Seuss Experience. Some of her favourite things to write about include charming small towns and anything to do with Harry Potter.

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