Page "Kincardine, Ontario" Paragraph 8

In the summer of 1851, the Durham Road finally reached its terminus at Penetangore, and allowed access to the settlement by land.

The road would be considered nearly impassable by today's standards, but at the time represented a significant improvement in communication and trade.

A post office was established at Penetangore in the same year. The Walker House and Kincardine Lighthouse | lighthouse as seen from the harbour, in the 1880s.