Community of Montague
The town of Montague is located along the Heritage Montague
River in what used to be known
as Township Lots 52 and 59. It lies approximately six miles
upstream from Cardigan Bay, allowing for easy access
by water to the Northumberland Strait and the Atlantic Ocean.
The river bisects the town from east to west, providing excellent
small port access for transport, fishing and recreation, as
well as enhancing the town's scenic beauty.
Kings County is
the eastern most county of Prince Edward Island, and Montague
lies considerably south of the main body of the
Province. Its geographic position is in close proximity to the
provincial capital, Charlottetown, and various important centres
in Kings County has contributed strongly to its growth and
development. The town is divided almost evenly by highway route
#4 in a north-south
direction, linking it to many of the outlying communities.
The
surrounding area is also quite picturesque, and has been termed
the "Hills and Harbours" area by the Province's tourist
authourity. It is characterized by rolling countryside, peaceful
rivers, picturesque beaches and vibrant colours: the pristine
white of winter snow, the brilliant violet of the lupins that
line the roadways in spring, the green of the summer grass
and fields, and the kaleidescope of hues in the autumn leaves.
Our back roads maintain the same colour throughout the year
- the famous rich red which is characteristic of the Island.
Much of the land is used for agricultural purposes, though
there is a substantial amount of woodland, allowing for hiking,
camping and bird- watching.
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