Featured Hotels Near Brown Natural Area

The Inn at Brown Natural Area is a top choice with eco-conscious accommodations just steps from the trailhead. Guests can enjoy wildlife-viewing rooms featuring panoramic forest views, including sightings of red foxes and squirrels. The hotel offers complimentary electric bike rentals to explore nearby lakeside boardwalks. Each room uses solar-powered energy systems, and guests receive a free nighttime wildlife tour led by local naturalists, providing an immersive experience in Eastern Ontario's pristine wilderness

From The Inn at Brown Natural Area, the main trailhead is just 2 minutes on foot. The Turquoise Trail (3.2 km) features interpretive signage and birdwatching platforms along the way, where visitors commonly spot ducks, herons, and woodpeckers. The hotel provides free outdoor gear lending, including binoculars, maps, and waterproof jackets, allowing guests to hike comfortably while focusing on the rich biodiversity of the region

Yes, The Inn at Brown Natural Area offers daily guided eco-tours led by local naturalists at 10:00 AM and 2:00 PM, covering plant identification, insect habitats, and winter animal tracking. After each tour, guests can relax at the hotel’s Forest Tea Room, enjoying house-made berry tea and whole-grain biscuits. Monthly night sky lectures with telescopes provide unforgettable views of the Milky Way and meteor showers, making it a unique educational and sensory experience