World-Class

MUSKOKA
ONCE DISCOVERED, NEVER FORGOTTEN
A
World-Class
Destination...
MUSKOKA
OYEZ!!
As the Official Town Criers within Muskoka, we’re pleased…
nay…we are absolutely thrilled to welcome you to the
land of mystical lakes and woods!
Yes … the beautiful District of Muskoka.
Here, you will see magnificent waterfalls, lush forests and pristine
waterways. A more majestic land … never known! Why even
our good friends, Santa and Mrs. Claus, summer
here at The Village!
Yes, our beloved Muskoka, is recognized by National
Geographic Traveler, as one of the ten best summer
vacation areas … “in the world”. We offer the most varied
& unique summer experience one could imagine.
Whether by the blue waters of Georgian Bay or around the
hundreds of lakes within our region, swim, camp, cruise, hike or
bike but mainly …just relax. Enjoy the beauty the serenity …
the wonderment of nature!
So if you’re the hearty type for camping; or prefer resort
pampering or if you love the many quaint B&Bs or motels …
expect to be dazzled with great service and real kindness.
Our hospitality is outstanding! And why you ask?
Why …because we are really, really nice people
here in Muskoka.
Yes, experience the unique shops, arts & crafts, fine cuisine or the
invigorating aspect of nature, but … always remember the
Town Crier’s words …
“Muskoka, Once Discovered …Never Forgotten!”
Town Crier Bruce C. Kruger & Escort Lynn
Town Crier Shaun Kruger & Escort Martina
The Perfect Playground...........................................
Kid Friendly..............................................................
Great Adventures.....................................................
Family Run Resorts..................................................
A New Muskoka Classic..........................................
Cruising Muskoka....................................................
Making Memories....................................................
Muskoka Spas and Fitness......................................
Savouring Muskoka.................................................
Another World-Class First........................................
Trailblazing..............................................................
A Walk in the Park...................................................
Georgian Bay Islands National Park..........................
The Land of Greens and Fairways............................
On The Road Again..................................................
The Meeting Place...................................................
Muskoka Rocks.......................................................
Fantastic Fall Foliage...............................................
Snow White.............................................................
Muskoka is Camera Ready......................................
Unique Muskoka Attractions....................................
Muskoka at your Fingertips......................................
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Muskoka Visitor Centres:
Hwy 11 North Visitor Centre
1342 Hwy 11 north – 2 km north of Severn Bridge • 1-800-267-9700
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45 Lone Pine Road, Hwy 400, Port Severn, Exit #156 • 1-705-538-0817
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Huntsville District Memorial Hospital 354 Muskoka Rd # 3 North, Huntsville
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The
perfect
playground...
Muskoka’s ready to explore
There’s simply no end of choice when it comes to finding fun things to do or wonderful places to stay when visiting
Muskoka. Boasting more than 80 resorts – everything from luxury all-inclusive hotels, family-run lodges, quaint inns,
historic B&Bs and rustic cottage resorts – Muskoka’s got something for everyone. Those looking for back to nature
experience are well catered to, with many parks and facilities available to set up camp.
The list of things to do once you arrive in magnificent Muskoka is equally long. Boaters will want to explore the mile-aftermile of shorelines along the region’s magnificent lakes, big and small. Take your pick on how best to do it: area marinas and
resorts offer rentals of everything from powerboats to canoes and kayaks, as well as winter equipment such as snowmobiles
and snowshoes, and boat ramps and beaches are plentiful if you’re bringing your own vessel.
Exploring Mother Nature’s rich abundance on foot is another wonderful way to discover Muskoka. From the many hiking
trails crisscrossing vast Algonquin Park to pleasant strolls along picturesque streets and boardwalks, Muskoka’s one endless
outdoor adventure. Wilderness hikes will lead to encounters with vast stretches of trees and water, all of it home to a
tremendous array of wildlife. In town you’ll be rewarded with unique dining, shopping and cultural experiences. There are,
of course, many other great reasons to visit Muskoka: fantastic golf, relaxing spas, skiing, festivals and art shows… the list
is endless.
Stretching from the vast wilderness of Algonquin in the east to the rugged windswept shores of Georgian Bay in the west,
the District of Muskoka – including the towns of Gravenhurst, Bracebridge and Huntsville, and the townships of Georgian
Bay, Lake of Bays and Muskoka Lakes – offers a truly unique Canadian experience, one that will draw future generations of
travellers for decades to come.
Kid Friendly!
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By Bryan Dearsley
Vacationing is something we all do for fun. But have you ever stopped to consider just
how much of a learning experience a spot of travel can be, especially for a young
developing mind? New places, new faces, new cultures… history, geography,
languages. The list of educational opportunities is endless.
Author Keith Bellows
Muskoka
offers unique
learning
opportunities
for young travellers,
says author.
“Muskoka’s one
of the purest
expressions of
natural wonder,
combined with
the potential for
childhood
wonder.”
Fortunately for parents, the importance of travel and learning for kids is very near and
dear to the heart of author Keith Bellows. A parent himself, Bellows perhaps understands this more than most as he’s Editor-in-chief of National Geographic Traveler, one
of the world’s leading travel magazines. So when Bellows says Muskoka’s a great place
to take a child in order to broaden their worldview, you know he’s right.
“I think Muskoka’s one of the purest expressions of natural wonder, combined with the
potential for childhood wonder,” says Bellows, whose latest book, 100 Places that can
Change Your Child’s Life: From Your Backyard to the Ends of the Earth is available
from National Geographic Books. Muskoka, of course, is featured in the book.
Canadian born and bred, it’s perhaps not surprising that Bellow’s fondness for
Muskoka stems from his own childhood experiences here. The region certainly keeps
good company in his book, holding its own alongside destinations such as the Grand
Canyon, Loch Ness… even Antarctica.
“It was a rite of passage,” says Bellows. “It was where I learned to waterski and canoe.
More importantly, it’s where I really learned to appreciate nature. The world is the
greatest classroom we have. I’m convinced that any parent willing to give the gift of
travel offers a gift that keeps on giving. Children who learn to travel will travel to learn.
And they will do it all their lives.”
Kid Stuff
In addition to all that
fantastic wilderness just
waiting to be explored,
Muskoka is home to a
tremendous variety of
unforgettable
experiences youngsters will simply love. Topping the
list is that ageless favourite, Santa’s Village Family
Entertainment Park. Located in Bracebridge, Santa’s
Village has been entertaining kids of all ages for over
50 years. An un-filled trip to Santa’s Village includes
the pay-as-you-play Sportsland Park with its thrilling
go-carts, mini-golf, batting cages, zip-lines and
trekking, laser tag and an arcade, as well as an
excellent river cruise.
Wannabe pirates and sailors will want to visit the world
famous RMS Segwun, North America’s oldest still
operating steamship. Throughout the summer this
classic vessel, along with its sister ship Wenonah II,
hosts a variety of exciting adventures for kids,
including the excellent Pirate Cruise. Animal lovers
in your family will want to visit for the Noah’s Ark
Cruise, complete with a selection of local furry friends.
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While visiting the ships,
be sure to pop across to
the Muskoka Boat and
Heritage Centre for its
fascinating collection of
antique boats, steamship
memorabilia and fun
digital games for kids.
Another great attraction
for kids is the always fun
Bala Museum, located
in the former summer
cottage of Anne of Green
Gables creator Lucy Maud
Montgomery. In addition to its fun displays,
the museum’s very handson, and even encourages visitors to dress up in period
costumes.
Finally, what child wouldn’t enjoy spending time at one
of Muskoka’s wonderful summer camps? The choices
are endless, and include everything from sports camps
to camps focusing on theatre and the arts.
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Your guide to fun
year-round activities in Muskoka
When it comes to enjoying Muskoka, you can’t do much
better than participating in one of the many incredible
outdoor adventures on offer throughout the region: rock
climbing, hiking, mountain biking, canoeing and kayaking, diving and eco-adventures, to name but a few. Then,
of course, there are the winter months with skiing and
snowboarding, tubing and tobogganing, dogsledding,
snowmobiling and snowshoeing – the list is endless. Here
are a few tips to get you started…
Zip Lining and Treetop Trekking
These thrilling family focused adventures provide a
chance to see the world from a completely different
perspective using rope bridges, zip lines, climbing nets,
footbridges and swings. In addition to the fun, there are
very positive character building attributes, too: it helps
kids develop independence and responsibility, conquer
fear of heights and focuses concentration… and provides
a unique opportunity to get up close and personal with
Mother Nature.
Biking
Muskoka’s diverse landscape offers bikers some of the
best downhill and trail experiences anywhere in Ontario.
For those who prefer a flatter cycling surface, mile-aftermile of quiet tree-lined rural roads lend themselves well
to a leisurely pedal… or a fast-paced workout.
Off-roading
For those who enjoy a motorized ride on the wild side,
a variety of exciting options are available in Muskoka.
Hummer tours, for example, include an experienced
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driver ready to deliver demonstrations of these versatile
vehicles’ off-road capabilities. Prefer to do the
driving yourself? Then take the wheel of a custommade bio-fuelled Rock Buggy for endless trailblazing
Alternatively, try an ATV off-road adventure along
Muskoka’s 3000km trail network. Better still, sign up
for a fun-filled ATV camping safari.
Eco-tourism & Extreme Camping
Eco-tourism in Muskoka offers a perfect opportunity to
experience the region’s diverse wilderness, and area outfitters offer exciting experiences ranging from daylong
excursions to seven-day adventures in beautiful Algonquin Park. Algonquin boasts an impressive 1,600kms
of canoe routes for the adventurous to explore, and is
a great place for families and friends to spend quality
time while experiencing the great outdoors.
Stargazing
One of the best places to observe the night sky is
the Torrance Barrens near Gravenhurst. Designated
Canada’s first Dark Sky Reserve, Torrance Barrens is a
star-filled protected space free from intrusion by urban
light pollution (so take a flashlight).
Snowmobiles
For fans of winter, numerous marinas, resorts and
tour operators offer snowmobile adventures. Packages
available include overnight rides stopping at a resort
or lodge, as well as daily/hourly rentals. Whatever your
choice, your adventure will take you on a thrilling ride
along sections of Ontario’s largest snowmobile trail
network – some 1200kms of trails crisscross Muskoka
waiting to be explored.
Water Activities
Muskoka has mile after mile of waterways and lakes to
explore, and many local businesses offer rentals of boats,
canoes and kayaks. The bigger lakes – Muskoka, Lake of
Bays, Rosseau and Joseph – are a hotbed of wakeboarding and waterskiing activities, boasting some of the best
conditions in Canada. The region is also popular for
scuba divers, and fans of fishing won’t be disappointed:
spinning, bait casting, fly-fishing, ice fishing, kayak
ishing… pike, bass, trout, walleye and muskie. Whatever your preference, Muskoka has some of the best
freshwater sport fishing anywhere, with packages
available for avid anglers and novices alike.
Paintball
Paintball is North America’s fastest-growing action
game, and few locations can provide the kind of
backdrop that Muskoka’s unique landscape offers. No
experience is necessary, and packages are available that
include everything that’s needed fun (gun, paintballs
and protective pullover) to have fun is provided.
Horseback Riding
Muskoka’s riding stables offer a variety of equine
activities suitable for all levels of experience and ages.
Options include supervised adult trail rides, day camps
for young riders, as well as carriage and horse drawn
wagon rides.
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Family Run, Family Fun
Muskoka’s resorts work hard to keep it in the family
Muskoka’s reputation as a fantastic fun family
destination is certainly well deserved. Regardless of
their interests, families will always find something fun
to do in this beautiful year-round playground.
breathe the lifestyle here. What makes it so special for
guests is that they get the stories, the feeling, the passion
and the history of the resorts and the area. They end up
getting so much more than just a nice view.”
So it should come as no big surprise that many of
Muskoka’s resorts are not only family friendly, they’re
run by families, too. A group of these privately owned
family-run resorts have in fact banded together to
promote their family friendly focus, and are eager to
share this message with visitors to Muskoka.
Wallace knows of what he speaks. His family own
one of the oldest of Muskoka’s vacation properties,
Foxwood Resort, a cottage resort established in1876.
In addition to himself and his wife, each of his three
children has also worked at the resort. “It’s because of
things like this, the family connections, that people come
back to these resorts year after year,” he says. “We’ve all
seen families come with their kids, only to see them grow
up and come back with kids of their own.”
“So many of the resorts in the area have been in the same
families for generation upon generation,” says Rob
Wallace, a founding member of the 14-member
Resorts of North Muskoka group. “Sure, they’ve
changed over the years, but when guests are greeted at
these resorts they’re welcomed by people who live and
Other benefits for guests, says Wallace, is the chance
to get to know the people who own and run the
properties, a personal touch not always available at
much larger properties. “You really do feel like you’re a
somebody,” adds Wallace. “You’re welcomed and looked
after by people who truly care about their business and,
of course, how important it is for their guests to have a
good time.”
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A long tradition of looking
after visitors
For nearly 140 years, Muskoka’s resorts and lodges
have welcomed visitors from far and wide. Many of
those resorts are still bustling today, a testament to the
region’s reputation as one of the world’s
top resort destinations.
“It gives me great pride to tell people I’m from Muskoka,”
says Rick Breckbill, whose family has owned and
operated Severn Lodge for close to 100 years.
“Muskoka has such unique and spectacular scenery,
including its huge granite rock outcroppings, windswept
pines and its hundreds of lakes and rivers. It’s just
beautiful up here.”
In addition to the region’s stunning scenery and
laidback pace of life, Breckbill believes the longevity of
so many of Muskoka’s resorts has a lot to do
with location.
“Muskoka’s worldwide appeal is due to so many things,”
he says. “But the close proximity to a major gateway
airport, coupled with its spectacular scenery, are two of
the most important reasons for its popularity.”
“But,” adds Breckbill, “as nice as it is to have world class
cities nearby, it’s always a great feeling to return
home to the peace and quiet of our lake country.
The lifestyle here simply can’t be beat.”
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A New Muskoka
“There’s no denying that Muskoka has a lengthy list of
outdoor activities to keep you busy through the summer
months. Each year my family arrives from the city eager
to do all our favourites like paddling, cycling, hiking
and boating.
Last summer we climbed out of this funk at one of
Muskoka’s newer attractions, Treetop Trekking in
Huntsville. Conveniently located between Huntsville
and Dwight along Highway 60. We ended up
spending an unforgettable afternoon climbing through
some classic Ontario forest on an intricately built
network of platforms, wooden bridges, zip lines and
other creative and challenging games dangling high
in the trees.
My oldest daughter and I were proud that we had conquered the parks most challenging courses, while my wife
and son were just as satisfied with having completed
the beginner and intermediate courses. As the summer
came to an end, our visit to Treetop Trekking stood out
as one of the highlights of the summer and from now on
will be added to our list of summer must-do’s.”
by Max Speed
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CRUISING
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Do not leave your camera behind.
One of best ways to enjoy the splendour of the Muskoka
landscape is from the deck of a tour boat. With over seven
certified cruise operators providing tours and cruises on the
larger Muskoka lakes and Georgian Bay you will get to see
magnificent scenery, outstanding boathouses and marvelous
summer homes. The cruises range from sightseeing tours along
the fabled Millionaires’ Row, lunch and dinner cruises, and
overnight adventures which include accommodations at a
historic resort. A cruise in Muskoka is a memory to be
cherished forever.
The oldest and the most iconic of the cruise ships is the
R.M.S. Segwun, built in 1887. This 99 passenger ship departs
from Gravenhurst’s Muskoka Wharf along with its sister ship
the Wenonah II on a regular schedule throughout the day.
If you are in the Bracebridge area, the 300 passenger Lady
Muskoka offers an excursion down the Muskoka River and out
into Lake Muskoka. While visiting Port Carling, Sunset Cruises
offers a variety of cruises including luncheon cruises (must be
pre-booked) or regular scheduled scenic cruises on the 45
passenger Peerless II or for a more intimate cruise, the 12
passenger yacht, the Idyllwood, which operates out of
different ports of call depending on the day. In the village of
Dorset there is the historic yacht the Bigwin that sail a limited
schedule of cruises during the summer season. This historic
boat ferried the rich and famous like Clark Gamble, Louis
Armstrong, Winston Churchill, Greta Garbo and many others
from the mainland to the prestigious Bigwin Island Resort.
If you are on the Georgian Bay side of Muskoka and want to
see the ruggedness of the coast, you will find two
excellent tour boats operating in different areas. The Island
Queen 550 passenger operates twice daily tours out of the
harbor at Parry Sound, viewing Georgian Bay’s 30,000 Islands
Biosphere Reserve. The Miss Midland sets sail with different
departure times out of Midland along the southeastern side
of Georgian Bay and taking you towards Beausoleil Island.
Many smaller vessels are also available across Muskoka for
intimate family cruises, including pontoon boats, classic
wooden launches and vintage yachts.
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MAKING MEMORIES
Muskoka’s family-friendly attractions offer unforgettable
learning experiences.
The list of family-friendly attractions and events to be
found in Muskoka is a long one. Not only is the region
home to one of Ontario’s oldest annual outdoor art
shows, Muskoka Arts & Crafts, it also boasts Canada’s
oldest studio tour in the annual Muskoka Autumn
Studio Tour, as well as the century old heritage theatre,
the Gravenhurst Opera House. Muskoka’s many
music festivals, such as the Huntsville Festival of the
Arts, keep the crowds coming back for more. Add to
this mix the almost daily Farmer’s Markets, and you’ve
got a first rate tourism destination that’s rich in culture
and heritage.
Many museums have also popped up in celebration
of Muskoka’s cultural and social heritage, such as the
Muskoka Lakes Museum in Port Carling – a history
that encompasses peoples from around the globe, from
the early British settlers responsible for starting the
resort industry in the 19th Century, to their American
guests, to the Norwegians who used Muskoka Airport
as a training base in World War 2 and who are
celebrated at the facility’s Little Norway Memorial.
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All told, Muskoka boasts nine superb museums and 40
historic sites, each offering exciting educational family
adventures dedicated to everything from transportation
(visit the Muskoka Boat and Heritage Centre for its
antique boats and steamship memorabilia), to famous
people (famed Canadian doctor Norman Bethune,
born in Gravenhurst, is celebrated at Bethune
Memorial House, while Anne of Green Gables creator
and Muskoka cottager Lucy Maud Montgomery is
honoured at the Bala Museum). Other great tour boat
options include a number of historical vessels, such
as Peerless II and the Idyllwood operated by Sunset
Cruises on Lake Muskoka and Bigwin on Lake of Bays,
and more modern vessels such as Lady Muskoka (Lake
Muskoka) and Island Queen (Georgian Bay).
In addition, each of Muskoka’s major towns has
something unique to offer in terms of arts and culture.
Huntsville, along with its bustling main street and its
many entertainment opportunities, has the delightful
Muskoka Heritage Place with its pioneer exhibits;
Gravenhurst has its magical steamships, part of the
fantastic Real Muskoka attraction; and Bracebridge
has its antique, arts and collectable stores, as well as the
beautiful Bracebridge Falls.
Outdoor Fun
You can also get close to nature at the excellent Visitor
Centre in Algonquin Park, or at the Torrance
Barrens Dark Sky Reserve. For those seeking an even
more exhilarating experience, numerous Muskoka
attractions provide exciting adventures suitable for the
whole family. From waterskiing and wakeboarding
lessons to a thrilling outdoor adventure aboard ATVs
or personal watercraft, there’s never a dull moment for
the young – and the young at heart – in Muskoka. For
those preferring a more traditional means of transport,
try your hand at trail riding across Muskoka’s rugged
terrain with Maple Valley Ranch in Bracebridge.
Of course, no trip to Muskoka would be complete
without visiting Santa’s Village Family Entertainment
Park in Bracebridge, which has been entertaining kids
of all ages for over 50 years. A trip to Santa’s Village
includes the pay-as-you-play Sportsland Park with its
thrilling go-carts, mini-golf, batting cages, laser tag
and arcade.
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My Muskoka
Moment was...
…Having drinks on the deck of the JW
Marriott, talking politics with Patrick Boyer
and John Ibbitson, as I did at the Muskoka
Chautauqua writers’ festival!
Steve Paikin, anchor, TVO’s The Agenda •
… Coming in last place at the Peninsula
Lake sailing regatta every year – and loving
every minute of it!
Sidney D. Kirkpatrick, New York Times best-selling
author and co-owner of the Portage Inn, Huntsville
IF YOU ARE TRAVELLING BY AIR,
MUSKOKA AIRPORT IS WHERE YOU
WANT TO LAND!
Located in Gravenhurst, the larger of two runways is
paved and measures 6,000’ x 150’ and supports both
VFR and IFR operations 24 hours a day, seven days a
week. Owned and operated by the District
Municipality of Muskoka, the airport is an official
Canada Customs Airport of Entry and the proud host
of the Little Norway Memorial.
For info call: 705-687-2194 or visit us at:
www.muskokaairport.com
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Oakwood Motel
Your Year Round Muskoka Destination!
Comfortable guest rooms & cabins with
efficiencies, in-room coffee, fridge /
microwave. Close to Segwun steamship
cruises, Bethune House, restaurants,
beaches, Wildlife Centre and trails.
Snowmobile access C101D. FREE WiFi.
Phone / Fax: (705) 687-4224
www.oakwoodmotel.com
1060 Muskoka Road South, Gravenhurst
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Featuring an amazing selection of candles & gifts.Famous for Elle
Lunch bags, Hatley clothing and accessories, Gourmet Du Village,
Peak Time Décor, Trio Cylinders, & Waboba Balls. Great Family
entertainment includes making your own wax souvenir and watching
their chandlers work. Well worth the drive!
Bracebridge • 705-645-8600 • [email protected]
www.richhillcandles.com
stories, costumes & photo ops
1-888-579-7739 • 705-762-5876
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Fitness and spas packages
make for lasting memories
It might just be the perfect fitness regime: all it takes
is Muskoka’s crystal clear waters, a paddleboard, some
spectacular scenery… and an ancient method of attaining good health and wellness. Add all these elements and
you’ve got a fun new experience called SUP, or stand up
paddleboard yoga, a fantastic new way to combine
everything that’s special about Muskoka with one of the
healthiest activities for mind and body.
“Many summer visitors participate in our paddleboard
programs,” says Tara Kinden, owner of Gravenhurst-based
Muskoka Yoga Studio. “It’s perfect for people looking for a
totally unique fitness experience. It’s an amazing way to
experience the very best of Muskoka as it involves taking the
yoga studio experience out onto the water. It’s incredible.
And your downward dog view is pretty awesome!”
Kinden’s been leading SUP classes on Muskoka Beach on
Lake Muskoka for two years now, and has begun expanding the program into a number of area resorts, as well as
making it available for private groups across the region.
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“We travel to cottages with 12 boards, bringing the
whole experience with us,” says Kinden. “People
simply love it. You’re on your board, the waves
lapping beneath you, gently rocking you from side to
side. It’s incredible, so Muskoka, and so very unique.”
In addition to paddleboard sessions, Muskoka Yoga
Studio also offers memorable wellness weekends that
include sunset and candlelit beach yoga. These are
available as private sessions to be experienced with
family and friends, or for groups and events, such as
bachelorette parties and corporate getaways. Everything needed is provided, including the paddleboards
and lifejackets.
All of Muskoka’s major resorts have first-rate spas,
and the region boasts numerous private locations
perfect for getting your aromatherapy fix or
pedicure. Best of all, traditional spa packages needn’t
be so traditional, with many resorts stepping up the
spa experience a notch with innovative packages
focusing on whatever seems to be ailing you and
helping you unwind and reconnect.
After all, as Tara Kinden at Muskoka Yoga says:
“That’s what Muskoka is all about. Tranquility, and
building lasting memories. So if you can build a
Muskoka memory that involves the water and sunsets,
that’s a very powerful, unforgettable happy place!”
Lakeside Pampering
If you’re looking for a little pampering after that
lakeside workout, you’re in the right place. Muskoka’s
home to numerous world-class spas, many of them
set against some of the most spectacular scenery
you’ll find anywhere. And who wouldn’t feel relaxed
after having a lakeside hot-stone massage? It’s hard
not to feel revitalized in such serene surrounds.
“If you can build a Muskoka
memory that involves the
water and sunsets, that’s a
very powerful, unforgettable
happy place!”
...your happy place
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Names like Milford Bay’s
Butter & Egg Road serve as
a reminder of the farms that
once supplied dairy
products to cottagers
& tourists.
Savouring
M U SKOKA
Homegrown
produce a staple of region’s
culinary tourism
Culinary tourism in Muskoka has a rich and proud
history. Widely regarded as one of Canada’s most
enduring and popular vacation destinations, the
region has developed a tremendous network of food
growers and producers – from wines and beers to
organic vegetables, fruits and meats – whose products
are sold not just locally, but across the continent.
Many of Muskoka’s first resorts in fact evolved from
farming operations started by settlers, and at one time
much of the fresh produce consumed by visitors was
grown locally. Names like Milford Bay’s Butter & Egg
Road serve as a reminder of the farms that once
supplied dairy products to tourists.
Today, Muskoka’s food producers again play an
important role in the region’s economy – so important
a role, in fact, that
local producers and
restaurants have
banded together to
ensure consumers have
access to as wide a
selection of regional
culinary products,
experiences and packages unique to Muskoka as
possible. Leading the charge is Savour Muskoka, a
group of some 120 regional growers, microprocessors,
accommodation stakeholders, restaurants, chefs and
retailers dedicated to facilitating the successful development of the region as a dynamic culinary tourism
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destination by promoting all sectors of the economy
with an interest in local food and drink.
Field-to-Fork
This “field-to-fork” approach has certainly proven
successful. Pay a visit to any good restaurant or food
retailer and you’ll find numerous examples of local
produce. Everything from cranberries, mushrooms,
lettuce and maple syrup – all from Muskoka – can be
enjoyed, as well as meat products and wines.
Many resorts, in fact, have gone so far as to produce
their own “made in Muskoka” produce. Homegrown
items on its menus, including such things as honey
and maple syrup. Staff are not averse to foraging for
the freshest ingredients, and will even work closely
with grounds keepers to plant and nurture interesting
native varieties of vegetables.
You can also enjoy the region’s bountiful harvest of
excellent produce at a variety of quality culinary
events, trails, packages and experiences across
Muskoka. In addition, many restaurants highlight
signature items indicating that they’ve been made
with local products.
A Simple Sampling
OF MUSKOKA’S BOUNTY
Big Ass Garlic: Products include pickled preserves
and jellies, relish, horseradish, dill pickles, mustard,
BBQ sauce, garlic butter, pickled beets, asparagus,
beans, mushrooms, garlic relish.
Milford Bay Trout Farm: This business features
smoked trout products including trout filets, trout
pate and gravlox. All fish are smoked over natural
hardwood.
Yummies in a Jar: Yummies offers over 50 varieties of gourmet fine foods including liquor jams and
dessert toppings, pepper and herb jellies, as well as
flavoured maple syrups.
Belly Ice Cream Company: This Huntsville-based
business sources ingredients from local farmers markets for their ice creams and gelatos.
Muskoka Roastery Coffee: Distinctively Canadian
and authentic regional flavours including sweet maple
to rich, earthy espressos.
Cottage Cravings: Henny and Randy Brown have
been making gourmet foods since 1992, including
cookies, chocolate and candy from their Bala store.
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A Signature Canadian Experience
It’s Official!
Canada crowns another Muskoka
attraction as “world-class”
Way to go, Muskoka! The Canadian Tourism
Commission (CTC) has designated the ‘Bog to
Bottle Discovery’ at Johnston’s Cranberry Marsh &
Muskoka Lakes Winery as a Signature Canadian
Experience. This makes the Bala-based attraction one
of a select collection of uniquely Canadian travel
experiences marketed to international travellers, a
stamp of quality recognized by the international
tourism marketplace.
“We couldn’t be more excited about this designation,” says
Wendy Hogarth, owner of Johnston’s Cranberry Marsh
& Muskoka Lakes Winery. “When we started Muskoka
Lakes Winery, I discovered an ancient culinary secret:
delicious wines can be made from locally grown fruit. As a
Signature Experience, I’ll get to share this
passion with the world.”
“The Canadian Signature Experiences
collection recognizes truly authentic Canadian
experiences that entice travellers and position Canada
as a destination of choice on the world stage.”
Adds Lesley Commandant, the attraction’s CFO
(Customer Fun Officer): “We’re seeing more international visitors every year, and I’m looking forward to helping
them discover something uniquely Canadian.”
The ‘Bog to Bottle Discovery’ begins with a guided
journey to the cranberry bog. Surrounded by Muskoka
wilderness, guests learn of the bog’s secrets before
heading to the winery to relax at the wine bar, sipping
their way from red-style dry wines to ice-style dessert
wines, all crafted from local fruit.
“Canadian tourism entrepreneurs do an excellent job
ensuring visitors explore everything our country has to
offer,” says the Honourable Maxime Bernier, Minister
of State for Small Business and Tourism and
Agriculture. “The Canadian Signature Experiences
collection recognizes truly authentic Canadian experiences
that entice travellers and position Canada as a destination
of choice on the world stage.”
The Bog to Bottle Discovery joins Muskoka
Steamship’s ‘Millionaire’s Row aboard R.M.S.
Segwun’, the only other Signature Experience to be
located in Muskoka.
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TRAILBLAZIN’
There’s no better way to experience Muskoka than by spending a little time on the region’s
extensive trail network. Whether your preference is on foot or by bike, Muskoka’s trails will
take you places not always accessible by car: to majestic tree-covered rock outcrops with
uninterrupted panoramic views of the spectacular Canadian Shield; to secluded lakes, rivers
and streams; and, of course, to places where you can get up close with the region’s
tremendous diversity of flora and fauna.
With more than 300 kilometers of recreational trails – including a section of the TransCanada Trail, the world’s longest multi-use trail system – it’s perhaps no big surprise that
Muskoka has long been a popular destination for hikers and cyclists. It’s largely thanks to the
hard work and dedication of the Muskoka Trails Council, a not-for-profit body
founded in 2007, that the region’s trail system has flourished. Established to promote public
health through the support and co-ordination of the construction and maintenance of
Muskoka’s trails network, this farsighted group also advances the need for environmental
conservation and protection through educational and recreational opportunities.
Area resorts, too, have been quick to pick up on the potential for these trails to attract visitors
to the area. Many of the larger resorts have well-maintained trails for hikers and bikers alike
on their properties, many of them connecting seamlessly to the larger district-wide network.
As for the smaller resort properties, such as the many lodges and campsites, a variety of
programs are in place to ensure these major trails are well marked and accessible.
Town Trails…
Famous for its spectacular waterfalls, historic Bracebridge boasts a variety of excellent trails,
many of them leading to stunning views of the numerous waterfalls along the Muskoka
River and its tributaries, including High Falls, Wilson’s Falls and, of course, majestic
Bracebridge Falls. Along with these picturesque trails – a particular treat in spring when the
snowmelt swells the rivers, or during autumn’s spectacular display of colours – Bracebridge
also offers many riverside and forested trails perfect for a gentle stroll. Huntsville, too, has a
number of easily accessible trails well suited to hiking and biking, as well as for winter
activities like snowshoeing and Nordic skiing.
A little to the south, the town of Gravenhurst maintains nine distinct trails, each traversing
a different section of the community. Suitable for activities such as hiking, skiing,
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Muskoka boasts mile-after-mile of fantastic trails...
snowshoeing and bicycling, Gravenhurst’s trails include
lovely lakeside jaunts along the shores of Lake Muskoka
– the former railway line connecting Muskoka Wharf
and its steamships to the downtown area is a favourite
– as well as scenic views overlooking wetlands and the
lake. And for the more adventurous hiker, a variety of
trickier day-long hikes along more rugged terrain offer
excellent opportunities to explore exposed granite
outcrops, beaver ponds and wildlife habitats.
Country Trails…
In the northeast corner of Muskoka, the Town of
Huntsville and the Township of Lake of Bays offers
visitors a stunning landscape of forests, rocks, wetlands
and lakes because of its natural beauty, it’s an important
destination for cottagers and visitors alike. Its three
communities include Baysville, Dwight and Dorset, each
with its own distinct character and amenities, as well as
numerous trails and recreational opportunities. Lake of
Bays’ offerings vary from historical village walking tours
to picturesque lakefront trails, as well as nature hikes
such as that along the Oxtongue River with its
connection to Algonquin Park. Further to the west, the
Township of Muskoka Lakes lays claim to some of the
region’s most spectacular scenery, from ancient craggy
cliffs to its dense foliage. The township has a variety
of excellent trails, including the lunar-like Torrance
Barrens, Canada’s first dark sky reserve, as well as the
popular Hardy Lake and Huckleberry Rock trails. A
little further west, the Township of Georgian Bay is adding trails of its own to those already established by third
parties such as the Georgian Bay Island National Park
and Six Mile Provincial Park.
If you’re considering exploring Muskoka’s trail network,
consider investing a little time exploring Muskoka Trails
Council’s informative website (www.muskokatrails
council.com). The site not only contains details of the
many trails that crisscross Muskoka, it also includes
detailed maps as well as useful tips and tactics. For those
wanting a portable version of this information, a useful
map clip ($5) can be purchased from locations such as
Muskoka Tourism’s visitor centres.
A Walk in the Park
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A l go n qu in tr a vel b e c o m e s fa m i l y t ra di t i o n
Algonquin Park has a way of getting under the skin.
Just ask Jack Wadsworth, Honorary Chair of Morgan
Stanley and owner of Muskoka landmarks Bigwin
Island and Port Cunnington Lodge. At the age of nine,
Wadsworth was introduced to the delights of his first
Muskoka summer by his grandfather (and mentor)
during a stay at Deerhurst Resort. It wasn’t long before
the pair – often joined by Wadsworth’s father – were
venturing farther afield, exploring the wilderness that
is Algonquin Park on what became regular fishing and
camping trips often lasting days at a time.
Today, it’s Wadsworth who’s doing the mentoring.
Along with his adult children and their offspring,
members of the Wadsworth family (some as young as
seven) disappear into Algonquin Park for a few days of
quality time together every summer.
“Those first trips with my grandfather were intense,” he
says. “It was usually just the two of us for days on end.
It’s such an incredible bonding time. That’s the same way
I feel when I’m in the wilderness, in Algonquin, with my
grandchildren.”
It matters not, says Wadsworth, that these overnight
trips are so much shorter than those he’s done in
the past – it’s still wilderness, and one he’s pleased
to say hasn’t changed much since his own boyhood
adventures. He’s also quick to point out that these
regular outings offer unique opportunities to introduce
younger members of the family to the great outdoors in
the hope they’ll catch the wilderness bug just as he did.
He adds, each trip teaches youngsters rudimentary
skills they’d likely not otherwise be exposed to. For
example, a typical trip to Algonquin’s Opeongo Lake
involves three nights of camping in the bush, traversing
portages, breaking camp every morning and pitching
tents again at night. In between, lessons are taught and
learned regarding seemingly simple but vital things,
such as the best bark to use when starting a fire (birch),
how to prepare camp, and how to properly portage
while carrying a canoe and packsack and then, of
course, there are the rewards for all that effort and hard
work, such as paddling around a bend in a mossy creek
only to find a gigantic moose standing at the shoreline
looking at you.
“The out of doors and wilderness are things we’re all
naturally inclined toward,” says Wadsworth. “And to
experience it and to facilitate that experience is very
satisfying. Experiencing nature is so important for kids as
they grow-up. There’s a real nature deficit today, and trips
like this can help close that gap between the environment
and the modern world we live in. To be a well balanced
person, you need to connect those two worlds.”
It’s a connection that, in Muskoka at least, many future
generations will continue to enjoy.
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Algonquin’s (not quite so) wild side
So, you want to experience Muskoka’s wild side, but
with all the comforts of home? No problem! Algonquin
Park is home to three lodge-style resorts offering unique
accommodation options:
Bartlett Lodge
In addition to its cabins, cottages and suites, Bartlett
Lodge now offers a unique “Tent and Breakfast”
program. Accommodations consist of luxurious
platform tent with a king size bed, full linen service
and a deck overlooking a small bay on Cache Lake.
Breakfast is included, and each tent has its own threepiece bathroom.
Arowhon Pines
It’s well worth tackling what must be one of the longest
driveways in Canada for a spell at Arowhon Pines,
a spacious compound of lakeside lodges and cabins.
Surrounded by a blue and evergreen-coloured forest,
the resort sits on lovely Joe Lake, a postcard-perfect
setting from which to watch wildlife and enjoy the
great outdoors without ever being too far from a little
pampering and the comforts of home.
Killarney Lodge
Located in the heart of Algonquin Park and offering a
cozy, comfortable alternative to roughing it is typical of
the old-world charm of Killarney Lodge. Killarney has
been welcoming guests for over 70 years, offering awayfrom-it-all accommodations in its spacious log cabins
snuggled against the rugged backdrop so typical of
the region.
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• Garden centre / property maintenance
• Landscaping / Gift Shop
• Propane Refills
• Readers Choice Award for Best Garden
Centre for 2011 and 2012
• Only 15 min from Huntsville and Dorset
• Storage units
• Largest selection of perennials and annuals
• Delivery service of all bulk materials
705-635-1696
Fax: 705-635-9373
[email protected]
www.dwightgardencentre.com
‘Peace and quiet in the middle of the woods.
Canoe, kayak, sail, hike, play tennis, relax.
Famous lakeside dining room, open to the public’
www.arowhonpines.ca • 1-866-633-5661
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Georgian Bay Islands
National Park
Nestled in the famous 30,00 islands, the world’s largest
chain of freshwater islands, Georgian Bay Islands
National Park (GBINP) is where you’ll be inspired by
the rugged beauty of the Canadian Shield and the clear
water of Georgian Bay! The 63 park islands and shoals
stretch along the eastern shoreline of the bay for roughly
50 km from Honey Harbour north to Twelve Mile Bay.
Beausoleil Island is the largest park island and the hub
of visitor adventures. On the south end of Beausoleil
Island you’ll find waterfront cabin rentals, shoreline
campsites, mountain bike rentals, a welcome centre,
interpretive programs, picnic shelters, beaches and trails
for hiking and biking. The northern part of the island
boasts rustic camping areas and the parks’ best hiking
trails, which follow scenic granite ridges dotted with
windswept white pines to picturesque bays. Docking
facilities scattered around the island are very popular
during summer with pleasure boaters seeking the
great views!
For Nature and History Lovers!
Created in 1929, GBINP straddles two natural
regions and is a core protected area of the Georgian
Bay Biosphere Reserve. The southern end of the park
is dominated by lush deciduous forest. The northern
portion of the park is rugged Canadian Shield. This mix
of ecosystems results in a high diversity of plants and
wildlife in the park. In fact, GBINP has more reptile
and amphibian species than any other national park in
Canada! Bird-watchers will tally an impressive checklist
of breeding birds including Prairie Warblers and Scarlet
Tanagers. The park also has significant cultural heritage,
having been occupied continuously for over 5,500 years.
Getting There
The park is made up entirely of islands and is accessible
only by boat. Parks Canada operates a boat shuttle
service called the DayTripper, which runs between
Honey Harbour and Beausoleil Island (reservations are
recommended).
For more information- visit the park website at:
http://www.pc.gc.ca/pn-np/on/georg/index.aspx
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The Land
of Greens
&
Fairways
When it comes to golfing, Muskoka, with its many
outstanding facilities, ranks right up there with the top
few golf destinations in North America.
Designers like Doug Carrick, George Cumming, Stanley
Thompson, Nick Faldo, Shawn Watters and others took
advantage of the natural features, which include rocky
terrain, wetlands, ponds and surrounding woodlands.
Their creations worked in a perfect blend of tall pines
and magnificent granite outcroppings to create
spectacular golf courses to fuse playable, challenging
and yet enjoyable holes.
There are 25 courses in Muskoka to pamper. They
include as Muskoka Bay Club, ranked one of
Canada’s 10 best, Windermere celebrating its 95th
anniversary and offering a historic traditional Muskoka
golf experience, Taboo Resort Golf and Spa, one of
Ontario’s premier golf courses, The Rock, uniquely
fringed by the tall pine forests and etched out of solid
granite, Rocky Crest Golf Resort a true Muskoka
getaway and one of a number of Club Link courses
in Muskoka. It is nestled into the outcroppings of the
Canadian Shield on the shores of Hamer Bay in Lake
Joseph. Bigwin Island has spectacular vistas of Lake of
Bays and its recent renovations have returned it to its
roots of “Old Muskoka” with the Marine Dining Room
finished in the tradition of the Bigwin Yacht, being
constructed of white oak and mahogany. For a more
relaxed play there, is the beautifully landscaped
Diamond in the Ruff, home to Sandra Post’s golf
school. Oak Bay Golf Course is the newest 18-hole
addition to Muskoka golf courses and is located on the
eastern shore of breathtaking Georgian Bay! Muskoka
Highlands offers a wee touch of Scotland and North
Granite Ridge is the best kept secret in Muskoka.
Muskoka Woodlands, Huntsville Downs, Beaver
Run, Fairways of Kerrie Glen and Bracebridge Golf
Course are all friendly cottage country golf and finally,
South Muskoka Curling and Golf Club which is a
wonderful course to play.
For more information check out
www.discovermuskoka.ca and go to
‘Muskoka Golfing’
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Huntsville Downs Golf & Country Club
Built on 200 Acres of Beautiful Muskoka Countryside,
Huntsville Downs, a 18 hole, 6,400 yard par 72 course
with undulating fairways and greens offers a pleasant
golfing experience for every golfer.
Golf... as good as it gets!
Huntsville • 705-789-1000
www.golfhuntsvilledowns.ca
South Muskoka Curling & Golf Club
A classic Muskoka course designed by Hall of famer
Robbie Robinson. Its rolling fairways and large greens
provide a great test of your game, and with great
green fees, it is the best golf value in Muskoka
Bracebridge • 705-645-9096
www.southmuskoka.com
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On the Road Again… and Again!
Another Muskoka business celebrating a landmark
anniversary in 2014 is Hammond Transport. It all
started in 1944 when the principal of Bracebridge High
School advised the then 14-year-old Orvil Hammond
to give up school and go get a job. Heeding this sage
advice, Hammond bought a 1938 Ford Sedan… and
started a taxi business.
His father, Harold, joined the family business soon after,
and it wasn’t long before the duo were branching out
by purchasing a panel van equipped with sideseats to
transport students to and from school, as well as trucks
and ambulances.
Elegant Wedding
Transportation
Now, 70 years later, Hammond Transport has grown to
such an extent that it employs nearly 200 people within
its travel and tour divisions, Hammond Transportation
Ltd. and Muskoka Travel Service. As the company’s
President, Orvil Hammond remains very involved with
the company, while son Greg oversees much of the
day-to-day running of the family business. Amazingly, a
fourth generation of Hammonds is also involved in the
business as it continues to expand. Its impressive fleet of
more than 175 vehicles now includes school bus, travel
and touring services throughout Muskoka, as well as
Parry Sound, North Simcoe, Haliburton and Algonquin
Park areas… even providing coast-to-coast services in
Canada and the US.
The company’s flourishing travel agency, Muskoka
Travel, also had humble beginnings, starting with annual
outings to the CNE and Royal Winter Fair. Today, this
branch of the business also includes monthly shopping
trips to Toronto and day trips to Niagara Falls. The
service has spread its wings even further and now
includes international destinations such as Hawaii,
Iceland, Ireland, Portugal and Africa. Other services
include activity buses, adult and executive vans, plus
luxury sedans and chauffer services, limousines and
classic vehicles.
The
Meeting
Place
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Hailed as one of the most stunning places to visit on earth, Muskoka serves up meeting and
conference locations that are far from the ordinary. A board meeting that overlooks a beautiful,
crystal clear lake is just the beginning. Delegates will love the relaxing atmosphere of the region,
being able to go from business meetings to the beach in a matter of seconds. Meeting attendees
will also love all of the activities they can experience after business is wrapped up for the day.
When the weather is warm, delegates can go unwind by the water with a beverage, take a historic
boat cruise on one of our pristine lakes, or golf at one of Muskoka’s award winning golf courses
(home to 6 of Canada’s top 100). For more adventure on the water, they can try canoeing,
kayaking, or boat and jet ski rentals. For adventures on the trails, they can try their hand at
trekking in the treetops, aerial zip-lining or ATV’ing deep in Muskoka’s backwoods.
Fall in Muskoka is one of the most spectacular times of year with the landscape ablaze in vibrant
red, yellow, and orange colours, making this the perfect time of year for a meeting in Muskoka.
When the snow flies, Muskoka’s winter activities begin to heat up! Delegates can always enjoy
the après meetings scene, with roaring fireplaces and warm beverages served up in a comfortable
lounge. Muskoka is also renowned for a number of winter sports including snowshoeing, cross
country and downhill skiing, snowmobiling, dog sledding, ice skating trails,
pond hockey and ice fishing. The
opportunities are endless in Muskoka.
Year round, Muskoka has all the amenities
you need for your next meeting or
conference, including teambuilding
activities with both indoor and outdoor
resources to support your programs.
In Muskoka, you can have the best of
both worlds, the convenience of the city
but in a picturesque Muskoka setting.
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We offer public sightseeing,
lunch and sunset dinner
cruises as well as private
charters on Peerless II.
Private charters also arranged
for Idyllwood.
Interested in seeing parts of
the lakes not seen on the larger
ships, we can take you there.
Operating late May till mid
October, 2013.
SUNSET
CRUISES
For information & reservations:
Captain R.S. Potts
705-645-2462
www.sunsetcruises.ca
[email protected]
My Muskoka Moment was...
… Hearing the orchestrated song of the Spring Peeper.
Jackie Godard, Lake of Bays Heritage Advisory Committee
Muskoka Wharf Marine
“Your Leisure Enablers”
• Boat, PWC and Snowmobile Rentals
• Boat Sales and Service
Marina and Rentals
295 Steamship Bay Road, Gravenhurst
www.muskokawharfmarine.ca
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Night-time fun
easy to find in Cottage Country
While you’re no doubt aware of Muskoka’s
millennia-old Canadian Shield, chances are you’re not
as familiar with that other rock-type known to
frequent the region – the kind of rock that rolls.
Not only is Muskoka famous as a hotbed of musical
talent – it is, after all, where Shania Twain and Deric
Ruttan honed their skills – it’s also earned a reputation
amongst musicians themselves as a first-class venue
stopover on the live circuit, as well as a place to just
hang out (ask Keith Richards, often seen hanging out
in Bala).
Muskoka first attracted the attention of the world’s
music scene back in the 1920s and 30s when such
talent as Count Basie, Duke Ellington and Guy
Lombardo visited resorts such as Bigwin to entertain
tourists with their big band sounds. Then, in 1942,
it was the turn of the Kee to Bala. Started by Gerry
Dunn and originally known as Dunn’s Pavillion, the
lakeside concert hall was soon drawing big names such
as Glenn Miller, Woody Herman… even Louis
Armstrong and while musical styles have changed
somewhat since those early days – recent visitors
include the likes of Burton Cummings, Colin James,
Blue Rodeo and April Wine – the Kee still draws
enthusiastic crowds.
Peter’s Players in Gravenhurst is another important
musical landmark in Muskoka. Now in its sixth year,
Peter’s Players has hosted countless professional acts
since opening its doors in 2008, including international music icons James Cotton, Johnny Winter,
Robben Ford, Omar and the Howlers, and John
Mayall – all of them thrilled to play to packed houses.
Muskoka Rocks
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Music through the decades
Madonna, Elvis, Michael Jackson, Fleetwood Mac,
Gotye, Rod Stewart, Stevie Wonder and Queen, to
name but a few.
Another well-established Muskoka musical tradition
is Gravenhurst’s Music on the Barge. Now in its
55th year, performers literally play over water on a
large, specially designed stage a few yards from shore.
Opened just in time for a visit by the Queen in 1959,
the Barge program these days ranges from big bands
to Dixieland, jazz, folk, the rock of the 50s and 60s,
to modern country and pop. Held on Sunday nights
throughout the summer, these ever-popular concerts
draw large crowds of cottagers and locals alike. Also in
Gravenhurst is the iconic Opera House, famous for
the high caliber comedy, theatrical and musical talent
it attracts.
Finally, be sure to check out the year-round
Huntsville Festival of the Arts. Since its early
beginnings the Festival has entertained audiences with
an eclectic choice of music, including jazz, pop, choral,
Celtic, country, orchestral, and classical music… not
to mention a healthy smattering of theatre, prose,
poetry, and the visual arts. Presenting audience
favourites like John McDermott, Jesse Cook, Bruce
Cockburn and Hawksley Workman, the Festival also
acts as a launch pad for up and coming local artists
through its free Music at Noon concert series.
Another great way to experience music from a variety
of genres and eras is to pay a visit to Deerhurst Resort’s
excellent Decades show. This feast of fantastic music
from the 50s right through to the present day has been
around for years, and is in fact where Shania Twain got
her first big break in what was then called The Vegas
Show. The most recent incarnation is an all-new show,
and the energetic cast do an incredible job of covering
more than 70 songs from artists as diverse as
There are three other great theatre venues in Muskoka
offering a wide variety of entrainment. The Rene M.
Caisse Theatre in Bracebridge, Algonquin Theatre in
Huntsville both bring in top shows and performers.
New Actors’ Colony Theatre is celebrating 80 years of
professional summer theatre which started right here
in the small resort town of Bala in 1934.
, Muskoka Rolls
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Fantastic Fall Foliage
MUS K OKA SHOW S IT S TR U E C O LO U R S EA C H A U T U M N
and ends in Bracebridge and covers some 245kms.
Sights you’ll enjoy along the way include Bala’s famous
cranberry marsh, Ontario’s first Dark Sky Reserve at the
Torrance Barrens, the stunning Huckleberry Rock Cut,
a man-made canyon over a kilometre long between
Port Carling and Bracebridge, and the Dorset Lookout
Tower, Algonquin Park… the list of great attractions
and landmarks is endless.
Muskoka is famous for its spectacular Fall foliage,
and for good reason. For a few weeks each year
before winter sets in – a season that brings its own
breathtaking beauty – Muskoka comes alive as its
endless acres of maple, aspen, tamarack and red oak
burst into colourful displays unrivalled anywhere in
the world. Vibrant reds, golds and oranges in countless
shades and variations are everywhere, providing a
tempting lure for visitors to explore the region’s vast
forests and abundant natural splendour.
An excellent option is to try one of Muskoka’s fantastic
driving tours. Stretching from the vast wilderness
of Algonquin in the east to the windswept shores of
Georgian Bay in the west, Muskoka is crisscrossed with
open roads. Numerous routes are just waiting to be
explored, from short jaunts around a particular lake
to the Grand Tour, a half-day-long journey that starts
There are, of course, many other great ways to get
outdoors and enjoy Muskoka’s spectacular Fall colours.
Go for a horseback trail ride, or even get out for a
round of golf for a chance to see the beautiful colours
up close and personal. For something truly memorable,
take a boat cruise to see the colours form the water.
Alternatively, grab a canoe or kayak and paddle one of
the many smaller lakes.
Finally, of course, there are the splendid Fall studio
tours to check out. Undoubtedly the best known is
the Muskoka Autumn Studio Tour, now in its 36th
year, and offering a truly unique educational and
cultural experience as numerous area arts and craft
practitioners open their doors to display their work.
all while enjoying the beautiful Muskoka landscape.
Another exciting route is Ontario’s newest barn quilt
trail located in Ryde Township in Gravenhurst. Erected
to commemorate 135 years of settlement in the area,
portions of the quilts have been replicated on 24
buildings, historic and new.
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MUSEUMS OF MUSKOKA
A year-round destination with 54 climatecontrolled rooms, riverview dining, indoor pool
and fitness room, sports lounge, 5-pin bowling,
and home dock of the Lady Muskoka. Enjoy
History comes
alive as you
explore the
many
Museums of
Muskoka
yourself at Muskoka’s finest full service hotel.
Bracebridge. 1-800-461-4474 • www.bracebridge.com/riverside
www.museumsofmuskoka.com
Snow White
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Muskoka’s the perfect winter playground
Just because everything’s covered in snow doesn’t mean you shouldn’t venture outdoors for a little fun
and adventure. In fact, it’s because of all that lovely white stuff that Muskoka’s such a great place to
explore in winter. With up to five snow-filled months each winter – recent records indicate five meters of
it in one season alone – Muskoka offers countless excellent outdoor winter recreation opportunities.
For downhill enthusiasts, Hidden Valley Highlands Ski Resort boasts an average annual snowfall of more
than 300cms and can handle 6500 skiers every hour on its 35 acres. Add to this mix a vertical drop of
100m and 11 different runs (the longest of which is 580m), and there’s little wonder Hidden Valley’s
becoming increasingly popular as a downhill destination for skiers and snowboarders alike.
Nordic (or cross-country) ski enthusiasts are also well served, with the region’s many parks and resorts
offering first-class groomed trails of varying lengths. In fact, an impressive 250 acres of wilderness in
Muskoka is accessible for Nordic skiers. Many of these same trails are also great for snowshoeing, a sport
that’s gained in popularity in recent years. Requiring minimal equipment, it takes just a few minutes
to learn. Modern snowshoes are also a far cry from the clumsy wood models of years past. Technology
has in fact led to a whole new generation of light, easy-to-use equipment that makes the sport a perfect
outdoor adventure for the whole family. Snowshoes can handle the deepest of snow, opening up the
backcountry for winter hiking and, for die-hards, Algonquin Park offers excellent winter camping
opportunities, including rental of heated tent-like structures called yurts.
Skate Park Fun
Skating is another popular and very accessible activity, with one of the best new ‘rinks’ being found in
beautiful Arrowhead Provincial Park just north of Huntsville. Opened in 2012, Arrowhead’s “Ice Trail”
is a 1.5 km skate path set amidst the snow-dusted trees that wind through the East River Campground.
Daytime skating parties can be arranged, and can include skate rentals as well as use of a campsite for an
afternoon campfire.
The list of other great winter activities worth experiencing is endless, and includes pond hockey, ice
fishing, dogsledding, winter horseback trail rides, curling and snow tubing. Also, most Muskoka
communities host popular winter festivals, many of them taking place during Christmas and March
Break, and often run in conjunction with area resorts.
For those who enjoy a little speed, the area lies in the middle of Ontario’s extensive snowmobile network.
In all, more than 1,600kms of trails crisscross the region, making Muskoka one of the most traversed
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snowmobile destinations anywhere. For those
who don’t have a machine of their own, area
marinas and specialized tour operators keep
themselves busy each winter with machine and
equipment rentals. For something completely
different, dogsledding offers one of those
quintessentially Canadian experiences. Racing
through silent forests, the only noise you’ll hear
is the hiss of the sled skimming over the fresh
snow, along with the occasional bark from an
excited dog.
Finally, let’s not forget that hiking can still
be a lot of fun on a sunny winters day. Most
communities and resorts maintain walking
trails perfectly suited for a gentle stroll, as well
as opportunities to stop off afterwards for a
much welcome hot beverage around a bonfire
or roaring fireplace when you’re done.
“Most Muskoka
communities host
popular winter
festivals, many of
them taking place
during Christmas
and March Break,
and often run in
conjunction with
area resorts.”
Muskoka
is camera ready...
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“As a professional nature photographer
I have had the pleasure of traveling to
many parts of our great country, but few
can compare to the diverse natural beauty
of Muskoka. I choose to live and work in
Muskoka and not a day goes by where
I would want to be anywhere else.”
Andrew Collett
Andrew Collett Fine Images Inc.
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10 Top Spots.
1. Oxtongue Rapids – a perfect way to spend
the afternoon is at the picnic area alongside the rocky
rapids of the Oxtongue River. Paint, photograph or just
stroll along the shore.
2. Lion’s Lookout - the view from the top of the
hill across Fairy Lake is magnificent.
3. Beausoliel Is – is part of the Georgian Bay Islands National Park is 8 km long and is the largest island
in the park. Accessible by boat or Parks Canada boat
shuttle Day Tripper.
4. Huckleberry Rock – Huckleberry Rock has
been a well known and most scenic lookout in Muskoka
for over 100 years. These rocks are some of the oldest in
the world, well over a billion years old.
5. Port Carling Wall – “The Wall” is the world’s
largest historic photo-mosaic which adorns an entire
side of a building at the locks in Port Carling.
6. Big Chute – Big Chute’s Marine Railway is the
only one of its kind in North America. The massive
open carriage lift transports boats nestled in slings along
the railway ascending or descending 17.3 m (58 feet).
7. Bracebridge Water Falls – these are the
big falls located right at the Silver Bridge in Downtown
Bracebridge and they empty the north branch of the
Muskoka River’s water down into Bracebridge bay.
8. Dorset Fire Tower – the original tower was
built in 1922, was 25 metres high (82 feet) and used as a
fire lookout tower. The current tower was built in 1967
and is 30 metres high (100 feet).
9. Muskoka from a Boat – the neatest way to
see the sights of Muskoka is from a cruise boat.
10. Algonquin Park – just about any point in the
park offers wonderful photo opportunities.
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My Muskoka
Moment was...
… Enjoying a cruise along the still shores
of Lake Muskoka when three little boys
jumped on a rock and mooned
my wife and I.
Bill Cummings, Mississauga realtor and former
Muskoka resident
•
… Being the first in the lake when the
ice starts breaking up.
Nick Godard, co-owner, Bracebridge,
Source for Sports
Unique Muskoka
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Georgian Bay
Big Chute Marine Railway
Miss Midland 30,000 Islands Boat
Cruises
North America’s only in-water, indoor
exhibit of working antique boats. Enjoy the
museum’s heritage of the Muskoka Lakes. • (705) 687-2115 • www.realmuskoka.com
Muskoka Rails Museum
Since opening in July 1992, it has become
known as one of the best LMM museums in
all Canada.
• 1-888-579-7739
www.bala.net/museum
Enjoy memorable cruises aboard the
IDYLLWOOD, a restored 1920’s vintage yacht,
offering elegance and grace for up to 12 guests. • (705) 645-2462 • www.sunsetcruises.ca
Big Chute Marine Railway is the only one
of its kind in North America. In operation
since 1917.
• (705) 750-4900 • www.pc.gc.ca/trent
Take a Sightseeing Cruise aboard the
300-passenger Miss Midland and
experience the sparkling water, the
windswept pines of Muskoka-Georgian
Bay’s 30,000 islands - the finest cruising
area in the northern hemisphere.
• www.midlandtours.ca
Gravenhurst
Torrance Barren’s Dark Sky Reserve
Explore the beautiful Thirty Thousand
Island region of Georgian Bay aboard the
550-passenger Island Queen and discover
the unbelievable beauty of this remote
region of Canada. It would be a pleasure to
welcome you aboard.
• www.islandqueencruise.com
Farmers Markets
Since the late 1800’s trains have played
an important role in the communities of
Muskoka. Located at 150-1 Second Street
Gravenhurst.
• (705) 646-9711
• www.muskokarailsmuseum.com/
The Locks & The Wall in Port Carling
Bethune Memorial House National
Historic Site
Island Queen Cruises
See the stars as you have never seen them before. The first of its kind in Canada,
the Torrance Barrens is now officially
recognized as a Dark Sky Reserve. •
www.muskokaheritage.org/natural/
torrancebarrens.asp
Gull Lake Park - Music on the Barge
Sunset Cruises
“The Wall” is the world’s largest historic
photo-mosaic, that adorns an entire side of a
building at the locks in Port Carling. • www.portcarling.com
Huckleberry Rock
Huckleberry Rock has been a well known and
most scenic lookout in Muskoka for over 100
years. Located just off Hwy. 118 at Milford
Bay Road. Follow the signs.
Spend some leisurely time at one of the
many farmers markets in Muskoka. The days
and times vary.
• Bala’s Summer Market - Mondays
• Parry Sound - Tuesdays
• Gravenhurst - Wednesdays
• Huntsville – Thursdays,
• Rosseau - Fridays
• Bracebridge - Saturdays
For further info contact
• 1-800-267-9700 or www.
discovermuskoka.ca
Bracebridge
Santa’s Village
The birthplace of a hero! Bethune Memorial
House commemorates the life and
achievements of Dr. Henry Norman Bethune.
Johnson’s Cranberry Marsh
• (705) 687-4261 • www.pc.gc.ca/
[email protected]
The Gravenhurst Opera House
Georgian Bay Biosphere
A magical experience under the Muskoka pines.
Children spend the day as an elf on over 50 acres
of family fun
• (705) 645-2512 • www.santasvillage.ca
Many well-known musical acts have been
presented here since the 1940’s.
• www.gravenhurstchamber.com
Muskoka Wharf
Georgian Bay Biosphere Reserve is one
of only 13 in Canada and is recognized
by Unesco. It covers 347,000 hectares of
shoreline ecosystem stretching from the
Severn River to the French River. It contains
over 100 species of animals and plants that
are at risk in Canada and Ontario, including
unique reptiles and amphibians.
• www.gbbr.ca
Georgian Bay Islands National Park
From Honey Harbour to Twelve Mile Bay,
you’ll discover the spectacular rugged
beauty of the Canadian Shield. • (705) 526-9804 • www.pc.gc.ca/gbi
Trent-Severn Waterway
This unique waterway and National Historic
Site links Lake Ontario with Georgian Bay. The system stretches 386 km twisting
andturning, linking a number of rivers and
lakes by 42 locks, 2 hydraulic lifts and one
marine railway. • (705) 750-4900
• www.pc.gc.ca/trent
Georgian Bay Airways
Georgian Bay Airways provides many
services with our legendary seaplanes,
including daily Sightseeing Tours over the
30,000 Islands. Parry Sound
705-774-9884 • 1-800-786-1704
Day Tripper Water Taxi Service
Regular water taxi service to Georgian Bay
islands
(705) 526-8907
The Muskoka steam era comes alive
here with heritage facilities, shops and
restaurants. • www.muskokawharf.ca
Muskoka Steamships
This historic opera house continues to
be one of Gravenhurst’s most important
attractions and the home of many great
musical and theatrical performances of the
past 100 years. (705) 687-5550 • 1-888-495-8888
• www.gravenhurst.ca •
The Tree Museum
Established to foster and promote
contemporary sculpture, this facility is
committed to providing the community with
direct access to innovative art in a fully
integrated outdoor environment.
• www.thetreemuseum.ca
Little Norway Museum
Bala Cranberry growers for over 50 years.
and Muskoka Lakes Winery, opened in 2001
producing award-winning wine. Drop in, tour
the farm, taste our wines and shop in our
amazing Cranberry Store. • (705) 762-3213 •
www.cranberry.ca
Muskoka Lakes Museum
The ultimate tree-top adventure. •705-645-2512
Representing the history of the Muskoka
Lakes Township, the museum is an important
cultural, historical and educational resource,
serving the community and its many visitors.
• (705) 765-5367 • www.mlmuseum.com
Kee to Bala
Board the amazing Segwun, North America’s
oldest operating steamship. Go sight seeing
on Wenonah II, combining turn-of-thecentury charm with modern conveniences. •
(705) 687-6667
• www.realmuskoka.com
Muskoka Boat & Heritage Centre
Tree Trekking and Ziplines
Rich Hill Candles and Gifts
Handcraft your own wax souvenir in our candle
factory while you watch chandlers in action. • (705) 645-8600 • www.richhillcandles.com
Back Country Paintball
Offers everyone the opportunity to challenge
themselves in a safe and dynamic environment
while providing both children & adults with a
challenging, and fun, tactical experience that can
be enjoyed all year round.
• 705-645-9869
• www.backcountrypaintball.com
The Little Norway Memorial Building invites
you to come and appreciate the history that
took place at the Muskoka Airport during
the Second World War.
• www.emb-norway.ca/
Formerly Dunn’s Pavilion - which for nearly
norwaycanada/littlenorway/museum/
30 years has been called The Kee To Bala MuskokaMuseum.htm
continues to draw thousands of people to be
entertained with music and dancing .
• (705) 762-3134 • www.thekee.com
Muskoka Lakes
Bala’s Museum & Memories of
Lucy Maud Montgomery
Bala’s Museum celebrates the life and
writings of author, Lucy Maud Montgomery.
ATTRACTIONS...
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Bracebridge
Rene Caisse Memorial Theatre
Huntsville
Muskoka Heritage Place –
Museum, Village, Train
something for everyone. • Ski & Stay Packages
• Learn to Ski or Board Packages • Holiday Kids
Camps
• 1-800-398-9555
• www.skihiddenvalley.on.ca
Brunel Lock Huntsville
The theatre features 300 seats, including
a balcony and two boxes and features
the most up-to-date sound and lighting
equipment. •(705) 645 8400 • www.
renemcaissetheatre.ca
Lady Muskoka Cruises
Historical Late 1800s genuine settlement
dwellings from the Huntsville area with
costumed narrators demonstrating pioneer
life. Ride the beautifully restored Portage
Flyer train along the Muskoka River to Fairy
Lake. • (705) 789-7576
• www.muskokaheritageplace.org
Group of Seven Outdoor Gallery
Bigwin Tour Boat Dorset
The SS Bigwin has regularly scheduled
cruises, funded by your generous donations
on the dock. The restoration is beautifully
crafted with extraordinary attention to
historical detail.
( 416 ) 624-8710 • www.ssbigwin.com
A great place to see small craft lock through.
Back Country Tours
Ontario’s Largest, Most Experienced Outdoor
Adventure Company - X-Treme Hummer
Rentals, ATV and Snowmobile Tours - Open
Year Round!
1-888-955-9076 • www.backcountrytours.ca
Algonquin
Algonquin Provincial Park
Treetop Trekking
The 300 Passenger Lady Muskoka offers an
incredible sightseeing opportunity you’re sure
to remember. 1-800-263-5239
• www.ladymuskoka.com
This outdoor mural gallery celebrates
the Group of Seven and Tom Thomson’s
Maple Orchard Farms
contribution to the heritage of the Algonquin
and the Huntsville areas. • www.groupofsevenoutdoorgallery.ca
Lion’s Lookout
One of the highest adventure parks in Ontario
– zip lines, monkey cables, Tarzan ropes etc.
1-855-788-9009
Lake of Bays
Oxtongue Rapids
Take a guided tour of our maple syrup
kitchen. A 10 to 15 minutes tour of our site
is given with an explanation of how maple
syrup, maple butter, and maple sugar are
made. Factory Outlet and gift shop. •
1-800-461-5445
• www.mapleorchardfarms.com
Covered Bridge
Take in the spectacular vista at Lion’s
Lookout off Brunel Rd on Park Drive by Huntsville
Centennial Centre
Algonquin Theatre
One of only two covered bridges in Ontario.
This bridge spans Beaver Creek on Ball’s Dr.
in Bracebridge.
Maple Valley Ranch
Come and explore our many trails, whether
you are on horseback or foot, there is always
a relaxing trail to wander down.
Bracebridge, 705-646-3759
www.muskokahorseback.com
Northern Escapades Mini Golf
18 hole miniature golf course and a
picturesque spot on the Muskoka River.
Water Falls and Ponds, and newly upgraded
with dinosaur exhibits . Great for all ages
and the whole family will have fun. A great
way to spend time in the outdoors and
appreciate nature.
Bracebridge, 705-645-7025
Take a unique drive along Oxtongue Rapids
Road and view the endless rolling rapids
that cascade down the Oxtongue River. Take
Hwy 60 east from Huntsville to Oxtongue
Rapids Road.
Heritage Museum Dorset
Showcasing the Dorset area’s past with
displays, photographs, stories, and
fascinating artefacts. OPEN 10am-4pm: July
1 to Thanksgiving (Wed. to Sat.) • www.
dorsetheritagemuseum.ca
A 408 seat performing arts theatre which
hosts a variety of performances ranging from
elementary school productions to concerts by
seasoned professionals.
• www.algonquintheatre.ca
Ontario’s oldest and most revered park. Offering
a wonderful outdoor experience including
fabulous hiking trails, some of the finest canoeing
anywhere, lots of wildlife, great camping, and if
camping is not your cup of tea there are a number
of lodges and resorts in the park. • www.algonquinpark.on.ca
Algonquin Logging Museum
Logging Museum brings the story of logging to
life – from the early square timber days to the
last of the great river drives. Take a step back in
time and learn about this very colourful aspect of
Algonquin’s cultural history.
• www.algonquinpark.on.ca
Algonquin Art Centre
Baysville Dam and Park
A great place to relax and have a picnic lunch
and watch life float by.
Great Country Stores
The Dyer Memorial Nature
Reserve
A 155 acre nature reserve that is open to the
public from dawn to dusk. Visitors are asked
to take only photos and leave only footprints
Here, artists share with you some of the many
spectacular vistas of Algonquin and area.
• www.algonquinartcentre.com
Muskoka Trails
Hidden Valley Highlands Ski Area
Muskoka is dotted with some of the neatest
and unique country stores offering some
of the finest shopping experiences in all of
Ontario. Offering local cottage country crafts
and antiques, one-of-a-kind items from the
rustic to the sublime.
A long-favoured destination for generations of
skiers and snowboarders, Hidden Valley has
Dorset Scenic Lookout Tower and
Picnic Site
Enjoy the breathtaking panoramic view from
the platform of the old fire-tower 142 meters
(465 feet) above Lake of Bays.
Muskoka has a vast, scenic network of trails that
runs through the entire District of Muskoka.
• twitter.com/muskokatrails
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Muskoka at your
FINGERTIPS
beside business name
*indicates
a more detailed ad
appears in this magazine
Accommodations
Georgian Bay
Severn Lodge*
Port Severn, 705-756-2722,
1-800-461-5817
www.severnlodge.on.ca
Christie’s Mill Inn and Spa*
Port Severn, 705-538-2354,
1-800-465-9966
www.christiesmill.com
Driftwood Cove Marine Resort
Port Severn, 705-538-2502
www.driftwoodcove.com
Elm Cove Cottages
Honey Harbour, 705-756-2245,
1-800-843-1669
www.elmcovecottages.ca
Georgian Bay Island National
Park
Honey Harbour, 705-526-8907
1-888-773-8888
www.pc.gc.ca/georgianbay
Hall’s Housekeeping Cottages
Honey Harbour, 705-756-2462,
1-877-425-5726
www.hallscottages.com
Hidden Glen Trailer Park and
Marina
Port Severn, 705-756-2675
Muskey’s Landing
Port Severn,
705-538-2184, 1-888-812-2299
www.muskeys.ca
Sunnylea Resort
Port Severn, 705-538-2527
www.sunnylearesort.on.ca
Turtle Gate Resort
Port Severn, 705-207-0275
www.turtlegateresort.ca
Gravenhurst
Forest Glen Family Villa
Resort
Severn Bridge, 705-689-204
1-866-672-2270
www.forestglenresort.ca
4 Seasons Trailer & Tent Park
Severn Bridge, 705-689-6384
Arundel Lodge
Gravenhurst, 705-687-4030
www.arundellodge.ca
Bayview Wildwood Resort
Severn Bridge, 705-689-2338,
1-800-461-0243
www.bayviewwildwood.com
Blaincroft B and B
Gravenhurst, 705-684-8994
www.bbmuskoka.com/blaincroft
Severn Shores B and B
Severn Bridge, 705-689-8619
www.bbmuskoka.com/severnshores
D and B Bed and Breakfast
Gravenhurst, 705-687-5264
www.bbmuskoka.com/Dandb
Lynch’s Bed and Breakfast,
Gravenhurst, 705-687-2048
www.bbmuskoka.com/lynchs
Pine Gardens B and B
Gravenhurst, 705-687-2068
www.bbmuskoka.com/pinegardens.
htm
The Inn on Bay B and B
Gravenhurst, 705-681-0550,
1-800-493-0235
www.innonbay.com
Eden Place B and B
Gravenhurst, 705-687-4980,
1-877-656-6076
www.edenplacebb.com
Robbins’ Tuktawayin B & B
Gravenhurst, 705-687-4354
www.robbinstuktawayin.com
Camp Hillbilly Estates Camp
Ground*
Kilworthy, 705-689-2366,
1-866-695-5768
www.hillbilly.on.ca
Clear Lake Village Resort
Torrance, 705-762-3420
www.clearlakevillageresort.com
Club Muskoka
Gravenhurst, 705-684-8434
416-269-6332
www.clubmuskoka.ca
Gables Cottage Resort
Washago, 705-689-5321
www.gablescottages.com
Gravenhurst/Muskoka KOA
Camp Ground
Gravenhurst, 705-687-2333,
1-800-562-9883
www.koa.com
Hart of Muskoka
Gravenhurst, 705-646-9077,
1-888-646-9077
www.hartofmuskoka.com
Howard Johnson Inn*
Gravenhurst, 705-687-7707,
1-800-221-5801
www.hojo.com
Oakwood Motel*
Gravenhurst, 705-687-4224
www.oakwoodmotel.com
Pine Grove Cottages
Gravenhurst, 705-687-1063
Pine Lake Cottages
Gravenhurst, 705-687-2072
www.pinelake.net
Pinedale Inn
Gravenhurst, 705-687-2822
www.pinedalemotel.com
Residence Inn Muskoka
Wharf*
Gravenhurst, 705-687-6600,
1-866-580-6238
www.residenceinnmuskokawharf.
com
Skyways Motel
Gravenhurst, 705-687-6608
www.skywaysmotel.com
Taboo Resort, Golf & Spa
Gravenhurst, 705-687-2233,
1-800-461-0236
www.tabooresort.com
The Cottages at Port Stanton
Severn Bridge, 705-689-8583,
1-866-710-6776
www.thecottages.ca
Tangle Tamarack
Gravenhurst, 705-687-6084
www.tangledtamarack.ca
Vacation Time Real Estate
Inc.
Gravenhurst, 705-687-0066,
1-800-387-7640 www.vacationtimemuskoka.com
Granite Ridge Retirement
Residence
Gravenhurst
705-687-0007
Muskoka Lakes
J.W. Marriott Resort and Spa*
Minett, 705-765-1900,
1-866-240-8605
www.JWRosseau.com
Butterfly Lake Trailer Park
Port Carling, 705-765-3927
www.butterflylake.com
Clevelands House Resort*
Minett, 705-765-3171,
1-888-567-1177
www.clevelandshouse.com
Cottages at the Diamond in
the Ruff
Utterson, 705-385-2222,
1-877-385-3222
www.diamondintheruff.ca
Forest Rock Resort
Utterson, 705-769-3641
www.forestrockresort.com
House on the Hill Bed and
Breakfast
Bala, 705-762-1595
www.bbmuskoka.com/houseonthehill
Manse Bed and Breakfast
Port Carling, 705-765-1117
www.themansemuskokacom
Muskoka Shores Cottages
Utterson, 705-769-2046
www.muskokashorescottages.com
Pier 100 Cottage Resort*
Port Carling,
705-764-1281
www.pier100cottages.com
Rocky Crest Resort
MacTier, 705-375-2240,
1-866-323-3305
www.rockycrest.ca
Rosseau’s Northern Landing
Rosseau, 705-732-6320
www.northernlanding.com
Sandwood Tent & Trailer Park
Utterson, 705-769-2372
www.sandwoodtrailerpark.com
Shamrock Lodge*
Port Carling, 705-765-3177,
1-888-742-6742
www.shamrocklodge.com
Sherwood Inn
Port Carling, 705-765-3131,
1-866-844-2228
www.sherwoodinn.ca
Baldwins Resort
Windermere, 705-769-3371,
1-800-461-1728
www.baldwinsresort.com
The Cottages at Windermere
Windermere, 705-769-3611,
1-888-946-3376
www.windermerehouse.com
The Muskokan Resort Club
Port Carling, 416-960-9016,
1-866-960-9016
www.muskokanclub.com
Windermere House Resort
Windermere, 705-769-3611,
1-888-946-3376
www.windermerehouse.com
Bracebridge
Fieldstream Chase B & B
Bracebridge, 705-646-0932
www.fieldstreamchasebandb.com
Bay House Bed and Breakfast
Bracebridge, 705-645-7508
www.bbmuskoka.com/bayhouse
Cedarwood on Lake Muskoka
Bracebridge, 705-645-8558
www.cedarwoodresort.ca
Krugers Muskoka River B & B
Bracebridge, 705-645-5814
www.bbmuskoka.com/krugersmuskoka
Monastery Bed and Breakfast
Bracebridge, 705-646-0871
www.bbmuskoka.com/themonastery
Muskoka Communities Bonnie
Lake Resort Bracebridge,
1-647-405-4782, 1-888-610-4511
www.muskokacommunities.com
Muskoka Ridge
Bracebridge, 705-646-1259
www.muskokaridge.com
Muskoka Riverside Inn
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Muskoka Ridge
Bracebridge, 705-646-1259
www.muskokaridge.com
Muskoka Riverside Inn*
Bracebridge, 705-645-8775,
1-800-461-4474
www.muskokariversideinn.com
Patterson Kaye Lodge
Bracebridge, 705-645-4169,
1-800-561-6998
www.pklodge.com
Santa’s Whispering Pines
Campground*
Bracebridge, 705-645-5682
www.santasvillage.ca/camping
Sleep Inn Muskoka*
Bracebridge, 705-645-2519,
1-877-945-2519
www.sleepinn.com/hotel-bracebridge-canada-cn363
Touchstone on Lake Muskoka*
Bracebridge, 705-764-5353,
1-866-928-1098
www.touchstoneonlakemuskoka.
com
Travelodge Bracebridge*
Bracebridge, 705-645-2235,
1-888-695-5885
www.travelodgebracebridge.com
Wellington Motel
Bracebridge,
705-645-2238, 1-866-212-2280
www.wellingtonmotel.com
Inn at the Falls
Bracebridge, 705-645-2245,
1-877-645-9212
www.innatthefalls.ca
Huntsville, Lake of Bays
Algonquin Trails Camping and
Driving Range
Dwight, 705-635-1262 www.
campingalgonquin.com
Beauview Cottage Resort
Huntsville, 705-789-3004,
1-800-363-6047
www.beauview.com
Best Western Muskoka Inn
Huntsville, 705-788-3385,
1-866-895-3345
www.bestwestern.com
Blue Water Acres
Huntsville, 705-635-2880,
1-800-461-4279
www.bwacres.com
Bondi Village Cottage Resort*
Dwight, 705-635-2261,
1-888-300-2132
www.bondi-cottage-resort.com
Cedar Grove Lodge*
Huntsville, 705-789-4036,
1-800-461-4269
www.cedargrove.on.ca
Clyffe House Cottage Resort
Port Sydney, 705-385-2714 Page
www.clyffehouse.com
Colonial Bay Cottages*
Huntsville, 705-635-2008,
1-800-916-2008www.colonialbay.com
Comfort Inn*
Huntsville, 705-789-1701,
1-800-228-5150
www.huntsvillecomfortinn.com
Cottage-Resort.com
www.cottage-resort.com
Cottages on the Web
Huntsville, 705-788-1801,
1-888-681-4255
www.cottagesontheweb.com
Deerhurst Resort
Huntsville, 705-789-6411,
1-800-461-4393
www.deerhurstresort.com
Deerlake Trailer Park
Huntsville, 705-789-3326
www.deerlakepark.ca
Diamonds Edge
Utterson, 705-385-9606,
1-877-643-3343
www.diamondedge.ca
Fairy Bay Guest House
Huntsville, 705-789-1492,
1-888-813-1101 www.fairybay.ca
Foxwood Resort*
Dwight, 705-635-3933,
1-866-919-3933
www.foxwoodresort.ca
Holiday Inn Express Hotel
and Suites
Huntsville, 705-788-9500,
1-877-660-8550
www.hiexpress.com/huntsvilleon
Huntsville Inn
Huntsville, 705-789-4431,
1-866-222-8525
www.huntsvilleinn.com
Hidden Valley Resort
Huntsville, 705-789-2301,
1-800-465-4171
www.hvmuskoka.com
Logging Chain Lodge
Dwight, 705-635-2575,
1-877-635-2575
www.loggingchainlodge.on.ca
Lumina Resort*
Dwight, 705-635-2991,
1-800-461-4371
www.luminaresort.com
Luxury Chalet Private Rental
Huntsville, 905-731-4901
http://www3.sympatico.ca/mirfp/
Motel 6
Huntsville, 705-787-0118,
1-800-466-8356 www.motel6.com
Muskoka Guest Nest
Huntsville, 705-787-0995
www.muskokaguestnest.ca
Muskoka Moments Cottage
Court
Huntsville, 705-788-7125,
1-866-788-7125
www.muskokamoments.on.ca
Nordic Inn
Dorset, 705-766-2343
www.thenordicinn.com
Norsemen and Walker Lake
Resort
Huntsville, 705-635-2473,
1-800-565-3856
www.norsemen-walkerlake.com
Port Cunnington Lodge*
Dwight, 705-635-2505,
1-800-894-1105
www.pc-lodge.com
Riverside Motel
Dwight, 705-635-9021
www.riversidemoteldwight.com
Silver Sands Tent and
Trailer Park
Huntsville, 705-789-5383
www.visitmuskoka.com/silevrsands.htm
Spring Lake Resort*
Dwight, 705-635-9995,
1-877-635-9995
www.springlakeresort.net
Tally Ho Inn
Huntsville, 705-635-2281,
1-800-461-4232
www.tallyhoinn.com
Pines Cottage Resort
Dwight, 705-635-2379
www.algonquinparkaccommodations.com
Trillium Resort and Spa
Port Sydney, 705-385-1212,
1-800-263-6600
www.trilliumresort.com
Tulip Inn
Huntsville, 705-789-4001,
1-800-565-4001 www.tulipinn.ca
CottageVacation.com by
Water’s Edge*
Huntsville, 705-788-2885,
1-877-218-5370
www.cottagevacations.com
Lakewoods Cottage Resort
Oxtongue Lake, 705-635-2087
www.lakewoods-resort.net
Algonquin Bound Inn
Dwight, 705-635-1818
www.algonquinboundinn.com
Canada’s Best Value Inn
Huntsville, 705-789-4414
1-866-874-5360
www.bestvalueinnhuntsville.ca
Resorts of North Muskoka
Dwight, www.north-muskoka.com
Algonquin
Adventure Lodge
Near Algonquin Park
1-888-327-3403
www.adventurelodge.com
Algonquin Provincial Park
Whitney, 705-633-5572,
1-877-668-7275
www.algonquinpark.on.ca
Arowhon Pines*
In Algonquin Park, 705-633-5661,
1-866-633-5661
www.arowhonpines.ca
Bartlett Lodge*
In Algonquin Park, 705-633-5543,
1-866-614-5355
www.bartlettlodge.com
Killarney Lodge*
In Algonquin Park,
1-877-343-6073,
1-866-473-5551
www.killarneylodge.com
The Couples Resort
Whitney, 1-866-202-1179
www.couplesresort.ca
Muskoka & Near Muskoka
Ahmic Lake-Woodland Echoes
Resort
Magnetawan, 1-888-661-3669
www.woodlandechoes.on.ca
Cottage Country Travel Service
Muskoka, 905-862-0252
www.cottagerental.com
CottageCountry.com
Muskoka, 1-866-808-6210
www.cottagecountry.com
Fern Glen Inn B and B
Emsdale 705-636-1391,
1-866-311-8519
www.ferngleninn.com
Haliburton Highlands Water
Trails
Dorset, 705-489-2379
www.algonquinhighlands.ca
Muskoka Bed and Breakfast
Association
www.bbmuskoka.com
Northridge Inn and Resort
Sundridge, 705-384-2252
www.northridgeinn.com
Parry Sound Quality Inn
Parry Sound, 705-378-2461,
1-800-638-5883
www.parrysoundqualityinn.com
Resorts of North Muskoka
www.north-muskoka.com
Stone Gate Inn
Orillia, 705-329-2535,
1-877-674-5542
www.stonegateinn.com
Tea Kettle Campground
Novar, 705-789-9793
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Arts & Entertainment
Krysia Bower, Artisan
Bracebridge, 705-645-6512
The Painting Doctor
Roger Pearce
Kilworthy, 705-689-8232
www.thepaintingdoctor.com
George Popadynec,
Photographer
Torrance, 705-762-5993
www.outdoorphotography.ca
The Muskoka Novels
Guelph, 519-766-9889
www.themuskokanovels.com
Artists of the Limberlost
Dwight, 705-635-2093
www.artistsofthelimberlost.ca
Magic Light Publishing
John McQuarrie, 613-241-1833
www.creativeshake.com/johnmcquaeeie
Muskoka Opera Festival
Bracebridge, 705-645-8400
www.muskokaoperafestival.com
Muskoka Arts and Crafts*
705-645-5501
www.muskokaartsandcrafts.com
Muskoka Chautauqua*
705-765-1048
www.muskokachautauqua.ca
Film North*
www.filmnorth.net
Wood’s End Studio
705-689-8831
www.woodsend.ca
Bala’s Museum*
Ann of Green Gables
Bala, - 1-888-579-7739
www.bala.net/museum
Santa’s Village Family
Entertainment Parks*
Bracebridge, 705-645-2512
www.santasvillage.ca
Johnston’s Cranberry Marsh
& Muskoka Lakes Winery
Bala, 705-762-3203
www.cranberry.ca
Northern Escapades Mini Golf
Bracebridge, 705-646-7025
www.minigolfmuskoka.com
Muskoka Heritage Place
Museum
Huntsville, 705-789-7576
www.muskokaheritageplace.org
Bethune Memorial House
National Historic Site
Gravenhurst • 705-687-4261
http://www.pc.gc.ca/eng/lhn-nhs/
on/bethune/index.aspx
Georgian Bay Airways
Parry Sound, 705-774-9884
1-800-786-1704
www.georgianbayairways.com
Kyle McDougall Photography
Gravenhurst, 1-888-251-0811
www.kylemcdougallphoto.com
Womens Millionaire
Entwood Cottage Edition’s
The Muskoka Store
Gravenhurst, 705-687-7751
www.muskokastore.com
Peters Players
Gravenhurst, 705-687-2117
www.petersplayers.com
Rene M Caisse Memorial
Theatre
Bracebridge, 705-645-8400 X 21
www.thecaisse.com
Algonquin Theatre
Huntsville, 705-789-4975
1-877-989-4975
www.algonquintheatre.ca
Gravenhurst Opera House
Gravenhurst, 705-687-5550 X 21
1-888-495-8888
www.gravenhurstoperahouse.com
Louise Williams Muskoka
Canvas
Bracebridge, 877-732-4027
www.muskokacanvas.com Breller Books
Gravenhurst, 705-687-8149
www.thesink.ca
Elizabeth Steinebach Stained
Glass
Seguin, 705-732-4413
www.steinebach.ca
Lloyd Walton Sound and
Visual
Design Otter Cove Gallery
Bracebridge, 705-764-3379
Summer Art School in Muskoka
Elke Scholz, Bracebridge
705-646-2300
www.elkescholz.com
Pat Whittle, Artist
Bracebridge, 705-646-0011
www.patjwhittle.com
Heather Kertzer
Baysville, 705-549-0330
www.heatherkertzer.ca
Muskoka Rocks
Port Carling, 705-765-6810
www.muskokarocks.net
Photographic Imagery by
Terry Hrynyk MPA
Gravenhurst, 705-687-4481
www.photographicimagery.ca
Charles Weiss Art Studio
Toronto, 416-752-4363
www.charlesweissart.com
Phynix
Huntsville, 705-787-0249
www.songcycles.com
Brandy Creek Music and
Publications
Port Carling, [email protected]
Seeking Beauty Gallery
Port Carling, 705-765-7393
Jane Novotny North York,
www.janeorrart.com
Sue Evans
Bracebridge, 705-646-0009
www.sueevansfineartandphotography.ca
Alma Matter, Wendy Oke
Utterson, 705-789-5481
www.almamatters.ca
Dotti Potts Pottery
Barrie, 705-812-3306
www.dottipotts.com
Laurel Goodings
Toronto, 416-788-4068
www.eyeopen.ca
Yvonne Marie Boudreau
Bracebridge, 705-646-2745
Riverview Fine Art Studio
Ajax, 705-645-2933
Eliz Studio
Utterson, 705-385-0080
Muskoka Arts and Crafts Inc.
Bracebridge, 705-645-5501
www.muskokaartsandcrafts.com
Arts at the Albion
Gravenhurst, 705-687-9165
www.artsatthealbion.com
Kimberly Viney
Bracebridge, 705-646-0600
www.kimberlyviney.com
Uprooted Gallery
Bracebridge, 705-6441
Alexandra Luke Gallery
Bracebridge, 705-645-2093
www.alexandralukegallery.com
Richard Robinson
Baysville, 705-767-3000
www.artinmuskoka.com
Muskoka Jewellery Design
Huntsville, 705-788-0795
www.muskokajewellerydesign.com
Chapel Gallery
Bracebridge, 705-645-5501
www.muskokaartsandcrafts.com
Catto Gallery
Port Carling, 705-765-5367
www.mlmuseum.com
Group of Seven Outdoor Gallery
Huntsville, www.thegroupofsevenoutdoorgallery.com
Iroquois Artisans
Bala, 705-762-0550
www.iroquoisartisans.com
John Murden Art Gallery &
Studio
Baysville, 705-767-2578
www.murden.com
Bramblewood Studio
Kilworthy, 705-689-0664
www.bramblewoodstudio.com
Muskoka Bay Gallery & Pottery
Gravenhurst, 705-687-7890
www.muskokabaypottery.com
Jon Partidge Pottery
Bracebridge, 705-645-8618
www.partridgepottery.com
The Village Potter Muskoka
Utterson, 705-789-6708
www.thevillagepottermuskoka.com
DuVernet Photography
Utterson, 705-769-3925
www.duvernetphotography.com
Artisans of Muskoka
Huntsville, 705-789-2748
www.artisansofmuskoka.com
Algonquin Art Centre
Algonquin Park, 705-633-5555
www.algonquinartcentre.com
Muskoka Place Gallery
Port Carling, 705-765-1048
www.muskokaplace.ca
Hinterglas Paintings by
Bonnie Bews
Gravenhurst, 705-684-8050
www.bonniebews.com
Drawings by Jennifer Pimentel
Huntsville, 705-787-0635
www.jenniferhttp://www.jenniferpimentel.ca/pimentel.ca
Gina Denne, Potter
Severn Bridge, 705-689-3438
Ashby Glass Bracebridge, 705-385-2989
Andrew Collett Fine Images
Bracebridge, 705-646-0380
www.andrewcollett.com
Karen Robinson Gallery
featuring Mendelson Joe
Emsdale, 705-636-7950
www.karenrobinsongallery.com
Stan W. Tait Jewellery
Bracebridge, 705-646-1454
www.theangelpendant.com
Christine Marshall Wildlife
Gallery and Studio
Bala, 705-762-6622
www.wildlifegallery.ca
The Tree Museum
Gravenhurst,
www.thetreemuseum.ca
The Artful Garden
Bracebridge, 705-645-8618
www.theartfulgarden.ca
New Actors’ Colony Theatre
Bala, 705-641-2949
www.newact.ca
Muskoka Rails Museum
Gravenhurst, 705-646-9711
www.muskokarailsmuseum.com
Muskoka Boat & Heritage
Museum*
Gravenhurst, 705-687-2115
www.realmuskoka.com
Muskoka Lakes Museum
Port Carling, 705-765-5367
www.mlmuseum.com
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Little Norway Memorial
Gravenhurst, 705-687-2194
www.muskokaairport.com
Dorset Heritage Museum
Dorset, 705-766-0323
www.dorsetheritagemuseum.ca
Huronia Museum
Midland, 705-526-2844
www.huroniamuseum.com
Bracebridge Fall Fair & Horse
Show
Bracebridge, JD Lang Activity Park
www.bracebridgefair.com
Severn Bridge Fall Fair
Severn Bridge
Real Estate and
Fractionals
The Landscapes*
Baysville, 705-767-3114,
1-800-410-2407
www.thelandscapes.ca
RE/MAX Baywatch Ltd.
Honey Harbour
705-756-7629
1-866-540-5900
www.georgianbaycottages.com
Vacation Time Real Estate Inc.
Gravenhurst,
705-687-0066, 1-800-387-7640
www.vacationtimemuskoka.com
Residence Inn Marriott
Muskoka Wharf, Gravenhurst
705-687-6600, 1-866-580-6238
www.residenceinnmuskokawharf.
com
Richard Wallace Real Estate
Port Carling 705-765-6176
1-888-765-6176
www.rwallacerealestate.com
Royal LePage Four Seasons
Real Estate
705-686-7500, 1-888-686-7501
www.rlfourseasons.ca
Muskoka & Haliburton
Association of Realtors,
Huntsville,
705-788-1504 www.mhar.on.ca
Cottages at the Diamond in
the Ruff
Utterson, 705-385-2222,
1-877-385-3222
www.diamondintheruff.ca
Blue Water Acres Fractional
Huntsville, 705-635-2880,
1-866-396-2583
www.bluewateracres.ca
Cottage Rental
CottageVacation.com by
Waters Edge
Muskoka, 1-877-218-5370
www.cottagevacations.com
Cottages on the Web
Muskoka – 1-888-681-4255
www.cottagesontheweb.com
Ontario Cottage Rentals
705-788-1809 1-855-388-1803
www.ontariocottagerentals.com
CottageCountry.com
Muskoka, 1-866-808-6210
www.cottagecountry.com
Cottage-Resort.com
Muskoka, www.cottage-resort.com
Cottage Country Travel Service
Muskoka, 1-905-862-0252
www.cottagerental.com
Boat Cruises
Lady Muskoka Cruises*
Bracebridge, 705-646-2628
1-800-263-5239
www.ladymuskoka.com
Sunset Cruises*
Muskoka Lakes
705-645-2462
www.sunsetcruises.ca
Waterway Tours
Port Carling, 519-688-0236
Muskoka Steamships*
Gravenhurst, 705-687-6667
1-866-687-6667
www.realmuskoka.com
Miss Midland Cruises*
Midland, 705-549-3388
www.midlandtours.com
Island Queen Cruises
Parry Sound, 1-800-506-2628
www.island-queen.com
Builders
Tech Home Ltd. (Viceroy)
Gravenhurst, 1-888-417-8761
www.techhomeltd.com
French’s Fine Homes
Port Sydney, 705-385-2311
1-800-282-7763
www.homesmuskoka.com
Meetings & Incentives
Paradigm Events in Muskoka
Parry Sound, 705-732-2976
1-877-760-0360
http://paradigmevents.com
Clevelands House Resort*
Minett, 705-765-3171
1-888-567-1177
www.clevelandshouse.com
JW Marriott Resort and Spa*
Minett, 705-765-1900
1-866-240-8605
www.jwrosseau.com
Sherwood Inn
Port Carling
1-866-844-2228
www.sherwoodinn.ca
Rocky Crest Golf Resort
MacTier, 1-866-323-3305
www.rockycrest.ca
Muskoka Riverside Inn
Bracebridge
705-645-8775
1-800-461-4474
www.muskokariversideinn.com
Deerhurst Resort
Huntsville, 705-789-6411
1-855-461-4393
www.deerhurstresort.com
Hidden Valley Resort
Huntsville, 705-789-2301,
1-800-465-4171
www.hvmuskoka.com
Christie’s Mill
Port Severn, 705-538-2354
1-800-465-9966
www.christiesmill.com
Sunset Cruises*
Muskoka Lakes
705-645-2462
www.sunsetcruises.ca
Muskoka Steamships*
Gravenhurst, 705-687-6667
1-866-687-6667
www.realmuskoka.com
Hammond Transportation*
Bracebridge
705-645-5431
www.hammondtransportation.com
Muskoka Travel Service
Bracebridge, 705-645-2583
1-800-563-1885
www.muskokatravelservice.com
Marinas
Driftwood Cove Marine Resort
Port Severn, 705-538-2502
www.driftwoodcove.com
Boat Rentals Canada
Gravenhurst, 705-687-1400
www.boatrentalscanada.com
Muskoka Wharf Marine*
Gravenhurst, 705-687-0005
www.muskokawharfmarine.ca
Walker’s Point Marina
Gravenhurst, 705-687-7793
www.walkerspointmarina.com
Beaumaris Marina
Beaumaris, 705-764-1171
1-877-496-4450 Page www.beaumarismarina.com
Gordon Bay Marina
MacTier, 1-877-375-2623
www.gordonbay.com
Muskoka Lakes Marine
Rosseau, 705-732-4383
www.muskokalakes.com
Port Sandfield Marina
Port Sandfield, 705-765-3147
www.portsandfieldmarina.com
Woodland Marine
Ullswater, 705-769-2151
www.woodlandmarine.ca
Pride Marine Group
Bracebridge, Gravenhurst,
Lake of Bays, Rosseau
705-645-9151
www.pridemarinegroup.com
Allport Marina
Bracebridge, 705-645-5610
www.allportmarina.com
Baysville Marina*
Baysville, 705-767-3323
www.baysvillemarina.com
Air Charters and
Sightseeing
Georgian Bay Airways
Parry Sound, 705-774-9884
1-800-786-1704
www.georgianbayairways.com
Radio
Chay Today at FM 93.1*
Magazines
The Muskokan
Bracebridge, 705-645-8771
www.muskokan.com
Where Magazine
Muskoka
Golf
Oak Bay Golf
Waubaushene, 705-538-0893
www.oakbaygolf.com
Gravenhurst Koa Campground
Gravenhurst, 705-687-2333
www.koa.com Page Taboo Resort, Golf and Spa
Gravenhurst, 705-687-2233
1-800-461-0236
www.tabooresort.com
Muskoka Bay Club
Gravenhurst, 705-687-7900
www.muskokabayclub.com
The Sands Golf Course
Gravenhurst, 705-687-7007
Beaver Run Golf Course
Bala, 705-762-5245
Rocky Crest Golf Club
MacTier, 705-375-4688,
1-866-323-3305
www.rockycrest.ca
The Rock
Minett, 705-765-7625
www.therockgolf.com
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Windermere Golf and Country
Club
Windermere, 705-769-3381, X 227
1-888-464-4414
www.windermeregolf.ca
Bracebridge Golf Club
Bracebridge, 705-645-2362
www.bracebridgegolfclub.com
Muskoka Highlands Golf Links
Bracebridge, 705-646-1060
www.muskokahighlands.com
South Muskoka Curling and
Golf Club*
Bracebridge, 705-645-8472,
1-800-595-0155,
www.southmuskoka.com
Fairways of Kerrie Glen
Bracebridge, 705-645-4520
www.kirrieglen.com
Diamond in the ‘Ruff’*
Utterson, 1-877-385-3222 X 25
www.diamondintheruff.ca
Huntsville Downs Golf and
Country Club*
705-789-1000
www.huntsvilledowns.com
North Granite Ridge Golf
Course*
Port Sydney, 705-385-0808
1-866-385-0808
www.northgraniteridge.com
Bigwin Island Golf Club and
Marine Dining
Lake of Bays, 1-800-840-4036
www.bigwinisland.com
Deerhurst Highlands
Huntsville, 705-789-6411,
1-800-461-4393
www.deerhurstresort.com/golf
Deerhurst Lakelands
Huntsville, 705-789-6411,
1-800-461-4393
www.deerhurstresort.com/golf
Shopping
Gravenhurst
Blue Marlin Seafood Market
Gravenhurst, 705-644-9338
www.bluemarlinseafoodmarket.com
Blooming Muskoka
Gravenhurst, 705-687-6622,
1-800-559-9914
www.bloomingmuskoka.com
Muskoka Bay Clothing
Gravenhurst, 705-687-9900
www.muskokabayclothing.com
Gravenhurst BIA
Gravenhurst
www.gravenhurstbia.com
Ontario Kit Car Builders
Severn Bridge, 705-345-6982
www.ontariokitcarbuilders.com
Swift Canoe and Kayak
Gravenhurst, 705-687-3710
1-800-661-1429
www.swiftcanoe.com
Woodmill of Muskoka
Gravenhurst, 705-687-5959
1-888-597-5573
www.thewoodmill.ca
Muskoka Lakes
Johnston’s Cranberry Marsh
Bala, 705-762-3203
www.cranberry.ca
Red Barn Antiques
Port Carling, 705-764-9191
The Upper Loft
Port Sandfield, 705-765-3147
www.portsandfield.com
The Yellow House Antiques*
Port Carling, 705-765-3315
Bracebridge
Algonquin Outfitters*
Bracebridge, 705-645-9262
www.algonquinoutfitters.com
Maple Orchard Farms
Bracebridge, 1-800-461-5445
www.mapleorchardfarms.com
Muskoka Brewery
Bracebridge, 705-646-1266
www.muskokabrewery.com
Rich Hill Candles*
Bracebridge, 705-645-8600
www.richhillcandles.com
Wood’s Clothing Company
Bracebridge, 705-645-1737,
1-800-843-0704
www.woodsclothing.com
Bracebridge BIA
Bracebridge, 705-646-5590
www.downtownbracebridge.com
Bracebridge Gun Show
Bracebridge Fairgrounds
727-954-5839
Huntsville
Algonquin Outfitters*
Huntsville, 705-787-0262
www.algonquinoutfitters.com
Dwight Garden Centre*
Dwight, 705-635-1696
www.dwightgardencentre.com
Lake of Bays Brewing
Baysville, 705-767-2313,
1-855-311-2337
www.lakeofbaysbrewing.ca
Robinson General Store*
Dorset, 705-766-2415 Page www.robinsonsgeneralstore.ca
The Old Palmer House*
Dwight, 705-635-9376
www.theoldpalmerhouse.com
Oxtongue Craft Cabin
Dwight, 705-635-1602
www.oxtonguecraftcabin.com
Yummies in a Jar
Baysville, 705-767-2578,
1-877-687-3367
www.yummiesinajar.com
Algonquin
Algonquin Outfitters*
Algonquin Park, 705-635-2243
1-800-469-4948,
www.algonquinoutfitters.com
Portage Store*
Algonquin Park, 705-633-5622
www.portagestore.com
Near Muskoka
The Candy Shoppe
Orillia, 705-325-8334
www.candyshoppe.ca
Dining
Georgian Bay
Severn Lodge (seasonal)*
Port Severn, 705-756-2722
1-800-461-5817
www.severnlodge.on.ca
Christies Mill
Port Severn 705-538-2354
1-800-465-9966 www.christiesmill.com
Gravenhurst
Blue Willow tea Shop
Gravenhurst, 705-687-2597
www.bluewillowteashop.ca
Dock of the Bay
Gravenhurst, 705-687-7723
www.dockofthebay.ca
Sunset Grill
Gravenhurst, 705-687-3748
www.thesunsetgrill.ca
Elements at Taboo
Gravenhurst, 705-687-2233
1-800-461-0236
www.tabooresort.com
Clifftop Bar and Grille
Muskoka Bay Club
The Muskoka Room –Muskoka Bay
Club (seasonal) Gravenhurst,
705-687-7900,
www.muskokabayclub.com
Muskoka Lakes
J W Marriott The Rosseau
Muskoka Resort and Spa*
Minett, 1-866-240-8605
“Teca “simply Italian” at the
JW Marriott The Rosseau
Muskoka
www.jwrosseau.com
Clevelands House (seasonal)*
Minett, 1-88-567-1177
www.clevelandshouse.com
Sherwood Inn
Port Carling, 705-765-3131
1-866-844-2228,
www.sherwoodinn.ca
Rocky Crest Golf Resort
(seasonal)
MacTier, 705-375-2240,
1-866-323-3305
www.rockycrest.ca
Cottage Cravings
Bala, 705-762-4444
The Rock Grille and Patio
Minett, 705-765-7625,
www.therockgolf.com
Bracebridge
Swiss Chalet/Harvey’s
Bracebridge, 705-645-7947
www.swisschalet.com
Old Station Restaurant
Bracebridge, 705-645-9776
1-877-645-9776 www.oldstation.ca
Taste Dining at Touchstone on
Lake Muskoka
Bracebridge, 705-764-5353
www.touchstonemuskoka.com
Muskoka Memories
Steakhouse At Patterson
Kaye Lodge
Bracebridge, 705-645-4169
1-800-561-6998
www.pklodge.com
Huntsville
Norsemen Restaurant
Huntsville, 705-635-2473
1-800-565-3856
www.norsemen-walkerlake.com
Deerhurst Resort
Huntsville, 705-789-6411,
1-800-461-4393
www.deerhurstresort.com
Hidden Valley Resort
Huntsville, 705-789-2301,
1-800-465-4171
www.hvmuskoka.com
Swiss Chalet/Harvey’s
Huntsville,
www.swisschalet.com
Duffers Tap and Grille
At North Granite Ridge Golf
Club
Port Sydney, 705-385-0808,
1-800-385-0808
www.northgraniteridge.com
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Shades of Muskoka at
Diamond on the ‘Ruff’
Utterson, 705-385-2222,
1-877-385-3222 Page www.diamondintheruff.ca
Spring Lake Resort
Dwight, 705-635-9995,
1-877-635-9995
www.springlakeresort.net
Rosseau
Crossroads
Rosseau, 705-732-4343
www.crossroadspubandgrill.ca
Algonquin
Arowhon Pines*
Algonquin Park, 705-633-5661,
1-866-633-5661
www.arowhonpines.ca
Killarney Lodge
Algonquin Park, 1-877-767-5935,
1-866-473-5551 Page - www.
killarneylodge.com
Bartlett Lodge*
Algonquin Park, 705-633-5543,
1-866-614-5355
www.bartlettlodge.com
Couples Resort
Whitney 1-866-202-1179
www.couplesresort.ca
Adventure Lodge
Whitney -613-637-5507
www.adventurelodge.com
Outdoor
Camp Muskoka
Bracebridge, 705-645-6000
www.campmuskoka.com
Hidden Valley Highlands
Ski Area
1-800-398-9555
www.skihiddenvalley.ca
Back Country Tours
Lake of Bays 1-888-955-9076
www.BackCountryTours.ca
Treetop Trekking*
Huntsville, 1-855-788-9009
www.treetoptrekking.com
The Portage Store*
Algonquin, 705-633-5622
www.portagestore.com
Algonquin Outfitters*
Huntsville, 1-800-469-4948
www.algonquinoutfitters.com
Swift Canoe
Muskoka, 705-687-3710,
1-800-661-1429
www.swiftcanoe.com
Back Country Paint Ball
Bracebridge, 705-645-9869
www.backcountrypaintball.com
Algonquin Provincial Park
Algonquin, 705-633-5572
www.algonquinpark.on.ca
Haliburton Forest and Wildlife
Centre
Dorset 705-754-2198
www.haliburtonforest.com
Georgian Bay Island
National Park
Port Severn, 705-526-8907
www.pc.gc.ca/georgianbay
Haliburton Highlands
Water Trail
Algonquin Highlands
705-489-2379
1-866-364-4498 Reservations
www.algonquinhighlands.ca
Hook It Fishing Adventures
Huntsville, 705-783-5632
www.hookitfishingadventures.com
Barnboots
Huntsville, 705-385-9086
www.barnboots.ca
Maple Valley Ranch
Bracebridge, 705-646-3759
www.muskokahorseback.com
Algonquin Bound Outfitters
Dwight, 705-635-1818
1-855-635-1818
www.algonquinboundinn.com
Yoga & Health
Pura Vida Soul
Severn Bridge, 705-999-9939
www.puravidamuskoka.com
Muskoka Yoga Studio
Gravenhurst, 705-300-5517
www.muskokayogastudio.com
Nancy Hunter Artist/Therapist
Gravenhurst, 705-687-8986
www.nancyhunter.ca
Municipalities and
Associations and
Services
Township of Georgian Bay*
Port Severn, 705-538-2337
1-877-567-0187
www.gbtownship.ca
Town of Gravenhurst*
705-687-3412
www.gravenhurst.ca
Township of Muskoka Lakes
Port Carling, 705-765-3156
www.muskokalakes.ca
Town of Bracebridge*
Bracebridge, 705-645-5264
www.bracebridge.ca
Town of Huntsville
Huntsville, 705-789-1751
www.huntsville.ca
Township of Lake of Bays
Dwight, 705-635-2272
1-877-566-0005
www.lakeofbays.on.ca
District Municipality
of Muskoka
Bracebridge, 705-645-2231
www.muskoka.on.ca
Muskoka Airport*
Gravenhurst, 705-687-2194
www.muskokaairport.com
Southeast Georgian Bay
Chamber of Commerce
Port Severn, 705-756-4863
www.segbay.ca
Gravenhurst Chamber of
Commerce
Gravenhurst, 705-687-4432
www.gravenhurstchamber.com
Muskoka Lakes Chamber of
Commerce
Bala, 705-762-5663
www.muskokalakeschamber.com
Bracebridge Chamber of
Commerce
Bracebridge, 705-645-5231
www.bracebridgechamber.com
Huntsville/Lake of Bays
Chamber of Commerce
Huntsville, 705-789-4771
www.huntsvillelakeofbays.on.ca
Port Sydney/Utterson
Chamber of Commerce
Port Sydney, 705-385-1117
www.portsydneycofc.com
Downtown Huntsville BIA
Huntsville, 705-789-1400
www.downtownhuntsvilleadventures.ca
Savour Muskoka
www.savourmuskoka.com
Explorer’s Edge
Muskoka, 705-646-7673
1-800-835-7303
www.explorersedge.ca
The Clozer
Marten River, 1-855-592-5888
www.theclozer.ca
Fabricare Cleaning Centre
3 Muskoka locations,
705-645-2237
www.fabricare.ca
Snowcrest Riders
Snowmobile Club
Gravenhurst, 705-687-7921
1-800-829-6444
www.snowcrestriders.com
Muskoka Snowmobile Region
Bracebridge, 705-645-3123
1-800-328-7245
www.msrsnowtrails.com
Muskoka Springs
Gravenhurst, 705-687-8852
www.muskokaspringwater.com
Gravenhurst BIA
705-644-9392
www.gravenhurstbia.com and
Bracebridge BIA
705-645-5590 www.downtownbracebridge.com
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2014 Muskoka
CALENDAR
February
February 7-9
4 on Hockey 4 Pond
Gravenhurst Wharf
www.onthepondcanada.com
February 7-9
Kelly Shires Breast Cancer Snow
Run
www.breastcancersnowrun.org
February 7-9
Port Carling Winterfest
www.portcarlingwinterfest.ca
February 7
Snowsnakes Winterfest
Port Carling
www.mlmuseum.com
February 14-15
Annual Dorset Snowball
Winter Carnival
www.dorsetsnowball.com
February 14-17
P E T (Prostate Extreme Team) Ride
of Hope
www.pet4pc.com
February 15
Honey Harbour Winterfest
Honey Harbour Park
February 15
Muskoka Boat & Heritage
Gravenhurst Porthole to the Past:
www.realmuskoka.ca
February 21-22
Dwight Winter Carnival
www.dwightwintercarnival.com
February 21-23
Gravenhurst Winter Carnival
www.gravenhurstwintercarnival.ca
February 21-23
Muskoka Carving Event
www.muskokacarvingevent.com
February 21-22
North Bay Snowmobile
Speed Runs Muskoka Wharf
www.nbssr.com
February 22
Indoor Rowing Event
www.severnriverrowingclub.com
www.gravenhurstwintercarnival.
com
February 27-March 2
Ontario Winter Games
www.ontariowintergames.com
March
March 8
Boogie with your Boots On Hidden
Valley Highlands Ski Area
www.skihiddenvalley.on.ca
March 15
Puddle Jump Hidden Valley
Highlands Ski Area
www.skihiddenvalley.on.ca
March 21-23
Spring Members Show
Muskoka Arts & Crafts
www.muskokaartsandcrafts.com
March 22
Pancake and Dress Up Day Hidden
Valley Highlands Ski Area
www.skihiddenvalley.on.ca
March 23
Dummy Downhill Race
Hidden Valley Highlands Ski Area
www.skihiddenvalley.on.ca
April
April 20
Muskoka Heritage Place & The
Nutty Chocolatier
Easter Egg Huntsville
www.muskokaheritageplace.org
April 19
Gravenhurst Easter Egg Hunt
www.gravenhurstchamber.com
April 25-27
Muskoka Home & Cottage Show
www.muskokabuilders.com
May
May 3
Baysvilles’ Giant Garage Sale
www.baysvilleontario.com/
baysville-events
May 7
Spring Fashion Show
Gravenhurst BIA
www.gravenhurstbia.com
May 10-11
Walking in My Mothers Shoes
www.muskokachautauqua.ca
May 15
Huntsville Farmers Market
Open until October 30th
705-788-4400
May 16
Lion’s Club & Muskoka Tourism
Driver Reviver Station
www.discovermuskoka.ca
May 17
Muskoka Heritage Place
Opening Day
www.muskokaheritageplace.org
May 17
Muskoka Lakes Museum
Opening Day 10am - 4pm
www.mlmuseum.com/specialevents
May 17
Bracebridge Farmers Market 8:30
to 2pm Saturday until
Thanksgiving
www.thebracebridgefarmersmarket.
com
May 21
Wed. until Thanksgiving
Gravenhurst Farmers’ Market
www.gravenhurstfarmersmarket.
May 24
Spin the Lakes
Bike Tour
www.bikemuskoka.ca com
TBA
Huntsville Festival’s May Marche
www.huntsvillefestival.on.ca
TBA
Doors Open
Georgian Bay
www.doorsopenontario.on.ca
TBA
Pike Tournament
Honey Harbour
June
June 7
Port Sydney Wide Garage Sale
www.portsydneycofc.com
June 7-8
12th Annual Muskoka Lakes Spring
Art Tour
www.muskokalakesspringarttour.
com/
June 13
Snowcrest Riders Annual Golf
Tournament
snowcrestriders.com/events-2
June 14
21st Annual Gravenhurst Car Show
www.gravenhurstchamber.com
June 14
Santa’s Village
Season Opening Day
www.santasvillage.ca
June 15
Father’s Day Car Show
Bracebridge
www.downtownbracebridge.com
June 15
Father’s Day Cruise
Lady Muskoka
www.ladymuskoka.com June 15
Father’s Day Cruise
Muskoka Steamships
www.realmuskoka.com
June 15
Flavours of Muskoka
www.flavoursofmuskoka.ca June 19
National Aboriginal Day
River Mill Park, Huntsville
www.huntsville.ca
June 21-22
Tim Horton’s Boat Races
Gull Lake Park
www.torc.ca
June 23
Bala’s Farmer’s Market
Monday’s until Sept 1st
www.balafarmersmarket.com
June 24
Dwight Farmers’ Market
Tuesdays 9am – 1 pm
www.dwightfarmersmarket.ca
June 27
Lions Club & Muskoka Tourism
Driver Reviver Station
www.discovermuskok.ca
June 27
Baysville Farmers’ Market Friday
afternoons
www.baysvillefarmersmarket.com
June 28-29
Bala Craft and Gift Fair
www.balacraftandgiftfair.com
June 28-29
Bala Antique and Nostalgia Show
June 26
Port Carling Farmers’ Market
Thursday’s until August 28th
www.portcarlingfarmersmarket.com
June 28
Honey Harbour Canada Day
Festival
June 28
Fireworks at Walkers Point Marina
www.walkerspointmarina.com
June 28
Canada Day Fireworks Cruise
Sunset Cruises, Port Carling
www.sunsetcruises.ca
June 28-29
Kaleidoscope Children’s Festival
www.muskokachautauqua.ca
June 29
Kaleidoscope Summer Arts Camp
www.muskokachautauqua.ca
TBA
Doors Open
Huntsville/Lake of Bays
www.doorsopenontario.on.ca
July
July
Walking Tours of Port Carling
7pm Thursday
www.mlmuseum.com/specialevents
July
Lecture Series – 7pm
Muskoka Lakes Museum
www.mlmuseum.com/specialevents
July
Noah’s Ark- Wednesdays
www.realmuskoka.com
July
Pirate Cruise – Sunday
www.realmuskoka.com
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July
Water Ski Show
www.summerwaterspors.com
July 1
Celebrate Canada!
Strawberry Social & Steam-up Day
www.muskokaheritageplace.org
July 1
Canada Day Fireworks-Bracebridge
Bay
www.bracebridgefireworks.com
July 1
Canada Day Celebrations
JW Marriott/Clevelands House
July 1
Canada Day Celebrations
Town of Huntsville
www.huntsville.ca
July 1
Canada Day Quiz
Muskoka Lakes Museum
www.mlmuseum.com
July 1
Canada Day Cruise
Lady Muskoka, Bracebridge
www.ladymuskoka.com
July 4
Butter Tart Festival
Muskoka Lakes Museum
www.mlmuseum.com
July 4
The Rosseau Market
Friday’s 9am – 2pm
www.rosseaumarket.com
July 5
Antique and Classic Boat Show
Gravenhurst
www.acbs.ca
July 11-12
Make a Splash
Gravenhurst
www.gravenhurstbia.com
July 11 – 13
Muskoka Pioneer Power Show
www.bracebridgechamber.com
July 12
Nuit Blanche North
www.edgeofthewoodstheatre.com
July 13
Muskoka Escapades of Town
Crying
Bracebridge
www.towncrier.on.ca/blog
July 13
Teddy Bears Picnic
Kilworthy
www.woodsend.ca
July17 – Aug 21
Muskoka Grand Resort Lunch
Cruise Sherwood Inn
www.realmuskoka.ca
July 18
Midnight Madness-Downtown
Huntsville
www.downtownhuntsvilleadventures.com
July 18-20
Muskoka Arts & Crafts
52nd l Summer Show
www.muskokaartsandcrafts.com
July 19 - August 10
The Artful Garden
Open Daily 10am to 5pm
www.theartfulgarden.ca
July 19
Peerless II Birthday Cruise
Port Carling
www.sunsetcruises.ca.
July 26
Muskoka Lakes Museum Day
10am to 5pm
www.mlmuseum.com
July 26
Baysville Walkabout Fest
www.baysvillewalabout.com
July 26
Loggers Day at Logging Museum
km 55
Algonquin Park
www.algonquinpark.on.ca
July 26-28
Muskoka Ribfest
Muskoka Wharf, Gravenhurst
www.muskokashows.com
July 26-28
Muskoka In-Water Boat & Cottage
Show
Muskoka Wharf, Gravenhurst
www.muskokashows.com
July 27
The Wakami Wailers Concert 7 pm
Outdoor Theatre at 35.4 km
Algonquin Park
www.algonquinpark.on.ca
July 31
Meet the researchers Day Algonquin Park at East Beach km 34
www.algonquinpark.on.ca
July 31
En Plein Air
Huntsville
www.huntsvillefestival.on.ca
Summer 2014
Huntsville Festival’s 22nd Season
www.huntsvillefestival.on.ca
TBA
Reggae Muskoka, Bracebridge
www.reggaemuskoka.com
August
August
Wolf Howls, Algonquin Park
www.algonquinpark.on.ca
August
Walking Tours of Port Carling
7pm Thursday evening
www.mlmuseum.com/specialevents
August
Lecture Series – 7pm
Muskoka Lakes Museum
www.mlmuseum.com/specialevents
August
Noah’s Ark- Wednesdays
www.realmuskoka.com
August
Pirate Cruise –Sundays
www.realmuskoka.com
August
Water Ski Show
www.summerwaterspors.com
August 1
Lions Club and Muskoka Tourism
Driver Reviver Station
www.discovermuskoka.ca
August 1
Midnight Madness, Bracebridge
www.downtownbracebridge.com
August 2
Rosseau Classic Cars and Boats
Rosseau Park.
August 2
Cruises during
Rosseau Classic Cars & Boats
www.sunsetcruises.ca
August 1-3
MacTier Big Weekend
www.bigweekendfestival.ca
August 2
Fireworks Gravenhurst
www.gravenhurst.ca
August 2
Muskoka Beer Festival
Bracebridge
www.muskokabeerfestival.ca
August Long Weekend
Stephenson Lions Duck Race
www.portsydneycofc.com
August 4
4th Annual 100 Mile Challenge
BBQ
www.arowhonpines.ca
August 9 and 10
Baysville Arts and Crafts Festival
www.baysvilleontario.com
August 8-9
Uptown Gravenfest & Sidewalk
Sale
www.gravenhurstbia.com
August 9
Honey Harbour Jazz Festival
www.honeyharbourco-op.com
August 9 – 10
Muskoka Model Railway Show
J.D. Lang Activity Park,
Bracebridge
www.muskokamodelrailwayclub.
com
August 9
Antique Boat Show,
Time: 10am-4pm Muskoka Lakes
Assoc
www.mla.on.ca
August 12
Artifact or Fiction
Muskoka Lakes Museum
www.mlmuseum.com/specialevents
August 15-17
23rd Dockside Festival of the Arts
www.gravenhurstchamber.com
August 15-24
Chautauqua Fest
New Nine Day Feature Festival
www.muskokachautauqua.ca
August 16-17
Doors Open Gravenhurst
www.rydebarnquilttrail.com
August 16
135th Celebrations
Ryde Community Centre
www.rydebarnquilttrail.com
August 16-17
Artists of the Limberlost Studio
Weekend
www.artistofthelimberlost.ca
Summer 2014
Huntsville Jazz Festival
www.huntsvillefestival.on.ca
August 16
Summer Sidewalk Sale
Huntsville
www.downtownhuntsvilleadventures.com
August 18
Exclusive Cottage Tour
www.realmuskoka.ca
August 19-22
Muskoka Opera Fest.
www.muskokachautauqua.ca .
August 22-24
31st Annual Bracebridge Antique
Show
August 29
Lions Club and Muskoka Tourism
Driver Reviver Station
www.discovermuskoka.ca/events.
php
August 15-16
Bracebridge Highland Games
www.bracebridgehighlandgames.
com
TBA
Cottage County Comedy Festival
Various Venues
www.cottagecomedy.com
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TBA
Port Sydney Annual Regatta
www.portsydneycofc.com
TBA
Bala Special Cruise
Sunset Cruises
www.sunsetcruises.ca
September
September 6
141st Severn Bridge Fall Fair
September 6
Muskoka Fall Classic Rowing,
Rotary Gull Lake Park, Gravenhurst
www.severnriverrowingclub.com
September 7
Subaru IRONMAN
www.ironmanmuskoka.com
September 12-14
Bracebridge Fall Fair
www.bracebridgefair.com
September 18-20
Film North Muskoka’s International
Film Festival www.filmnorth.net
September 22 -26
Huntsville Week – various
locations
www.huntsville.ca September 26-28
Culture Days Muskoka Lakes
Museum, Port Carling www.
mlmuseum.com
September 26 – 28
Culture Days , Huntsville
www.huntsville.ca
September 27 – 28
Muskoka Autumn Studio Tour
www.muskokastudiotour.com
September 27, 2014
Colourfest-experience seasonal
flavours.
www.downtownbracebridge.com
Sept 19-21
Huntsville Fall Fair
www.huntsvilleadventures.com
September 13
Antique Classic and Car Sho
Huntsville www.downtownhuntsvilleadventures.com
October
October 4
Local Colours – Bethune House
www.muskokachautauqua.ca
October 4 – 5
Muskoka Autumn Studio Tour
www.muskokastudiotour.com
October 4 – 5
Bala Craft & Gift Fair
www.balacraftandgiftfair.com
October 4 – 5
Bala Antique & Nostalgia Show
Sale
October 11
Thanksgiving Open House
Muskoka Lakes Museum,
Port Carling
www.mlmuseum.com
October 13
Thanksgiving Day Cruise, Monday
www.realmuskoka.com
October 17-19
Bala Cranberry Festival
www.balacranberryfestival.on.ca
October 18
Bala’s Museum CRAN-ANNE
Contest
www.bala.net/museum
October 31
26th Annual Great Pumpkin Trail
www.muskokaheritageplace.org
November
November 1
Muskoka Lakes Christmas Market
www.muskokalakeschamber.com
November 15
Bala Santa Claus Parade
www.muskokalakeschamber.com
November 20
Community Christmas Tree
Lighting, Port Sydney
www.portsydneycofc.com
November 22 – 23
34th Annual Christmas Show and
Sale
Bracebridge Sportsplex
www.muskokaartsandcrafts.com
November 29
Gravenhurst Santa Claus Parade
www.gravenhurstchamber.com
November 28
Huntsville Santa Claus Parade
www.huntsvilleadventures.com
November 7-9
Girlfriends’ Getaway Weekendwww.
Huntsvilleadventures.com
December
December 5
Santa’s Moonlight Shopping Party/
Featuring the Festival of the Lights,
Bracebridge
www.downtownbracebridge.com
December 6
Bala’s Trek to Bethlehem
December 7
Rotary Bracebridge Santa Claus
Parade
www.bracebridgesantaparade.com
December 12
Muskoka Chautauqua Homegrown
Christmas
www.muskokachautauqua.ca
December 14
Baysville Santa Claus Parade Only
parade that goes around twice
December 20
Portage Flyer Christmas
www.muskokaheritageplace.org
December 24
Christmas Eve Torch Light Parade
www.skihiddenvalley.on.ca
December 31
New Years Eve Fireworks
www.skihiddenvalley.on.ca
TBA
Thank Santa Day
www.santasvillage.ca
TBA
Santafest
www.santasvillage.ca
January 25
Snowcrest Riders
Annual Pancake Breakfast
www.snowcrestriders.com
January 25
Robbie Burns Celebration, Bala
www.muskokalakeschamber.com
January 26
Muskoka Loppett
www.arrowheadnordic.ca
January 31 - February 2,
The Winter Comedy Carnival
www.huntsvilleadventures.com
January 31-February 2
Taylor Cup Pond Hockey
Championship
www.taylorcup.ca
January 31-February 1
4 on 4 Pond Hockey
Gravenhurst Wharf
www.onthepondcanada.com
www.mlmuseum.com
January 2015
January 23-25
Port Sydney Winter Carnival
www.portsydneycoc.com
For full event details:
discovermuskoka.ca
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