Welcome to Amherst Island
Amherst Island is a close-knit community located at the east end of Lake Ontario, 15 minutes west of Kingston in Loyalist Township (part of Lennox and Addington County). Whether you’re a long-time resident, newcomer, or just visiting, we’re delighted to have you here.
Amherst Island is a place where natural beauty meets rich history, and where neighbours come together to create a vibrant and supportive community. This website is designed to be your go-to resource for all things Amherst Island, offering a wealth of information and services tailored to the needs of visitors and residents.
Explore the site to learn more about the unique charm of Amherst Island, discover ways to get involved, and access the resources you need. We are proud of our island and the strong community spirit that defines us, and we invite you to dive in and experience all that Amherst Island has to offer.
This page is offered and maintained by the Amherst Island Community Alliance.
Points of Interest Map
Click on any of the points of interest on the map above to learn more about the business or location it represents. The map above is broken down into businesses, geographic areas of interest, etc. The map is printable through Google Maps.

Bagheera Valentine ♥️
Patio panther
Not a pet
Not exactly wild
Bagheera and Sally have a strong bond
Affectionate
"I never thought I`d feel this way about a cat"
They go for walks together - a farmer has never seen a cat follow someone walking up and down the road (pic 3)
As Sally rehabs her foot after a stroke last year, Bagheera is right at her heels
They snuggle on the patio
Sally responding to your wonderful comments - purrhaps some knitting
Bagheera is a heating pad
Towards the rest of us, Bagheera is cat
Aloof
That`s not totally accurate, she likes Kyle and Kayleigh the shepherd team well enough - they bring interesting smelling foster lambs around sometimes (pics 6 & 7)
She`ll rub against workpants but it`s mostly just going through the motions
"This is the spot where I eat breakfast" - Bagheera
I do my best to keep the rodents under control
I slink
A shadow
I am Bagheera
I will rub against your leg
Purrring
Yellow eyes on exit route
This is my home
My territory
I know the voids
The places secret only to me
The gaps in the barn
The shelter under the shed
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Bagheera would like everyone to know that the farm and Wool Shed will be open on Family Day Monday.
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📸ilanablock.photography pics 1 and 2
📸jillfinney pic 4
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It`s the perfect day to stay cozy after that nasty winter storm!
This red fox and it`s mate were soaking up the sun during this encounter back in 2023 on Amherst Island. On that trip I spotted 8 foxes, including one without a tail!
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A rare opportunity to own 44.3 acres of pasture, forest, and 242.5m of shoreline along the North Channel of Lake Ontario, with breathtaking views of Prince Edward County. Zoned for both rural and shoreline residential use, this property offers endless potential—a private estate, a waterfront retreat, or a smart investment (potential for severance into 3 lots).
Amherst Island’s peaceful charm is preserved by ferry access, yet it`s just a short ride to the mainland. Don`t miss this one-of-a-kind island escape.
📍 15355 Front Road, Amherst Island
MLS# X11967258
📏 44.3 acres
🏷 $699,000
Interested? Let’s chat! Contact us at 📞 (343) 989-1550 or (613) 389-1005
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Off the bow of the ferry going to Amherst Island were several bald eagles accessing the open water created by the ferry. This one had stolen a gull’s catch mid air and then alighted on the ice. The movement of the ferry caused the eagle to take flight again. Quite a spectacular scene! #amherstisland #birdphotography #ontarionature #ontariobirds ...
Grace in the wild. 🦌✨
From intimate portraits to minimalist frames, capturing the quiet beauty of white-tailed deer on Amherst Island. Which one’s your favorite?
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