Muskoka, Ontario
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. Choose from over 100 places to stay in the region.
Follow the Cranberry Trail, play a round of golf or book a tour on a classic Muskoka steamship cruise.
Muskoka

Where is Muskoka, Ontario?
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.
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Things to do in Muskoka, Ontario
Visit a craft brewery
Discover a wealth of craft brews, from Gravenhurst’s Sawdust City Brewing Co., Muskoka Brewery in Bracebridge, Canvas Brewing in Huntsville, Clear Lake Brewing Co. in Torrance 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.
Experience stargazing
Register for events that celebrate stargazing in Muskoka (October 17–November 8, 2025).
Cruise waterways and lakes
Explore the region’s waterways and lake systems on a cruise like Muskoka steamship cruise in Gravenhurst, Sunset Cruises from Port Carling, and S.S. Bigwin from 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.
Muskoka Cranberry Route
Follow Muskoka Cranberry Route with over 30 stops to experience and don’t miss the Bala Cranberry Festival October 17–19, 2025).
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Last updated: August 22, 2025