Neighbourhood
Life in Campbellford.
Campbellford is a small town with big character. Nestled along the Trent-Severn Waterway in the Municipality of Trent Hills, it offers a walkable downtown, local shops, and a pace of life that lets you enjoy every day.
At a Glance
What Campbellford Offers
Walk Score
Rated "Somewhat Walkable" on Walk Score. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, and the downtown core is within easy reach on foot from Cromwell Street.
Minutes to Hwy 401
About 30 minutes to Highway 401 at Brighton (Exit 509). Roughly 45 minutes to Peterborough, Belleville, or Cobourg for larger shopping and services.
Population
Campbellford proper has roughly 2,660 residents. The wider Municipality of Trent Hills totals about 13,800. It's a mature, welcoming community.
Getting Around
How Walkable Is the Neighbourhood?
From 155 Cromwell St., you can walk to downtown Campbellford in about 14 minutes. Bridge Street and Front Street have local restaurants, cafés, and shops. The Campbellford Memorial Hospital is also close by, and we have a full guide to living near Campbellford Memorial Hospital. For the full picture of what the walk covers, from the Saturday Farmers' Market to the library, read our walk to downtown Campbellford buyer's guide, or for a street-by-street look, read our Cromwell Street, Campbellford buyer's guide.
For commuters, Highway 30 runs through town and connects to Highway 401 at Brighton in about 30 minutes. Peterborough and Belleville are each roughly 45 minutes away by car.
Drive Times
How Far Is Everything?
Schools
Local School Options
Kent Public School
K to 8 · 150 Kent Street
Public elementary school serving the Campbellford area under the Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board.
Hillcrest Public School
K to 8 · 55 Elmore Street
Offers an Extended French program for Grades 5 through 8. Part of the Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board.
Campbellford District High School
Secondary
The local secondary school serving Campbellford and surrounding areas. Part of the Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board.
St. Mary's Catholic School
Catholic Elementary
Catholic elementary option in the area, under the Peterborough Victoria Northumberland and Clarington Catholic District School Board.
Want the full rundown, including the schools in Hastings and Warkworth? Read our complete guide to the schools in Campbellford and Trent Hills.
Local Living Guide
Is Campbellforda Good Place to Raise a Family?
Eat & Explore
Local Spots in Campbellford
The Dockside Bistro
67 Queen St
Restaurant · $$
Antonia's Bistro
28 Doxsee Ave S
Café & Bistro · 4.7 ★
Capers Tap House
28 Bridge St W
Pub & Restaurant · $$
Tap & Tonic
18 Bridge St W
Pub & Bistro
Golden Cafe
11 Front St N
Café
Ming Star Restaurant
23 Front St N
Chinese · $
For the full rundown of the shops, the landmarks, and the Saturday Farmers' Market, read our downtown Campbellford buyer's guide.
Community
More Than a Small Town
Trent-Severn Waterway
Campbellford sits on the Trent-Severn Waterway, a 386-kilometre canal route that's popular for boating, fishing, and recreation. The town is recognized as an official Trent-Severn Trail Town. For the full list of local parks, trails, and river spots, from Ferris Provincial Park to Healey Falls, read our guide to parks and trails in Campbellford and Trent Hills.
Community Spirit
Local farmers' markets, community events, and a strong sense of neighbourliness make Campbellford feel like home from day one. The waterfront trail system and downtown shops add to the small-town charm. For this weekend's events across Campbellford, Hastings, and Warkworth, check our latest what to do this weekend in Trent Hills guide, or explore the character of the municipality's other two communities in our buyer's guide to Hastings and Warkworth.
Weekend Guide
What To Do This Weekend in Trent Hills
Come See the Neighbourhood.
The best way to understand Campbellford is to walk its streets. Schedule a visit and see why 155 Cromwell St. could be your next home.