Muskoka

Striking landscapes, abundant wildlife and charming lakeside communities make Muskoka one of Ontario’s most cherished natural playgrounds.

The area is renowned for lakeside cottages, mature mixed forests, rocky shorelines and iconic parks. Enjoy opportunities to glimpse a moose, beaver or graceful blue heron.

Follow the Cranberry Trail, play a round of golf or book a tour on a classic Muskoka steamship cruise.

Where is Muskoka?

The Muskoka District is located directly north of Lakes Simcoe and Couchiching, extending from the southeast shores of Georgian Bay to Algonquin Provincial Park.

The towns of Bracebridge, Gravenhurst and Huntsville, as well as the townships of Georgian Bay, Lake of Bays and Muskoka Lakes, are located within the district. The region is best explored by car.

Things to do in Muskoka

Visit a craft brewery

Discover a wealth of craft brews, from Gravenhurst’s Sawdust City Brewing Co., Muskoka Brewery in Bracebridge, Canvas Brewing to Huntsville and Lake of Bays Brewing in Baysville.

Discover a new favourite winery

Muskoka Lakes Farm & Winery in Bala produces delicious cranberry and blueberry wines, ciders and spritzers and is a key stop along the Muskoka Cranberry Route. Stop in for a tour and tasting.

Skate along the trails

Bring your skates and go for a glide on the Hanna Park Skating Trail in Port Carling or the tikki torch lit skate trail in the forest at Arrowhead Provincial Park.

Cruise waterways and lakes

Explore the region’s waterways and lake systems on a Muskoka steamship cruise. Set sail from Gravenhurst, Bracebridge or Dorset.

Year-round nature

Explore over 4,000 hectares of publicly accessible mixed forest. The Limberlost Forest and Wildlife Reserve offers over 70 kilometres of hiking, biking and snowshoe trails.

Visit a maple farm

Learn how maple syrup is made on a tour of the family-owned, wood-fired, Sugarbush Hill Maple Farm just 10 minutes south of Huntsville.

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Plan your visit with these experiences and itineraries.

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Points of interest

Discover more highlights this destination has to offer.

Hidden Valley Highlands Ski Area

15 groomed trails, some lit for after dark, a terrain park and 3 quad chairlifts make this one of the best ski & snowboard parks in the area.

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Fishing in Algonquin Park, Muskoka, Parry Sound

The fishing opportunities are endless from Georgian Bay to the Muskoka Lakes to the inland lakes and rivers.

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Best Golf Trips

We'll help organize the next golf trip for groups of two or more in Muskoka and Niagara.

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North Ridge Ranch Dogsled Tours

Take a scenic and exhilarating dogsledding excursion through Muskoka's forests and trails with this experienced family run operator.

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Algonquin Provincial Park

Algonquin Park spreads across 7,600 square km and is the oldest provincial park in Canada. Visitors come to the park to fish, animal and bird...

Algonquin Outfitters

Algonquin Outfitters is an outdoor adventure company and store that takes you into the wilderness or equips you to get there on your own. The...

Aspen Valley Wildlife Sanctuary

Experience what it’s like to live alongside wildlife from the experts who rehabilitate animals on a 180 hectare sanctuary in Muskoka.

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Santa’s Village

Wondering how to keep the kids entertained during your summer vacation? Take the family to Santa’s Village — this is Santa’s summer home in...

Muskoka Brewery

Canadian born and produced, Muskoka Brewery is leading the way in making top notch beers and spirits while having a positive impact on the...

Huntsville Brewhouse

Downtown Huntsville’s first brewhouse serves up great craft beer flights, a menu of pub style fare and comfort food and a laidback ambiance.

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Limberlost Forest and Wildlife Reserve

Although private property, the trails through this beautiful forest are available to the public for hiking, biking, skiing and snowshoeing.

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