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This Ontario Driving Route Lets You Cruise Through Endless Lilac Blooms

You'll want to roll down your windows for this sweet-smelling drive. 🌸

A woman in a red dress stands in front of lilac trees. Right: A map of the Ontario route.

A woman in a red dress stands in front of lilac trees. Right: A map of the Ontario route.

Lead Writer, Travel

You can cruise through a purple paradise this spring at the Northumberland Lilac Tour.

Every year at the end of May, the area bursts into fragrant blooms, and you can choose from these three driving routes that will take you through all the floral splendour.

The maps will take you around shining lakes and scenic farmlands dotted with lilac bushes.

There are also several hikes along the way that you can stop at and explore for more nature views.

Breathe in the scent of lilacs as you drive along this gorgeous floral route.

Northumberland Lilac Tour

Price: Free

When: Blooms near the end of May

Address: Northumberland, ON

Why You Need To Go: Drive through a lilac paradise by following these scenic routes.

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Before you get going, check out our Responsible Travel Guide so you can be informed, be safe, be smart, and most of all, be respectful on your adventure.

  • 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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