Just twenty minutes north of Muskoka, the Almaguin Highlands of Ontario features all that its neighbour to the south has to offer – but in its own unique way.

This area is one of the province’s best kept secrets when it comes to places that are guaranteed to impress four-season travelers looking for something new to explore. With thousands of lakes and rivers, rolling hills and lush forests, and its location on the west side of beautiful Algonquin Park, the Almaguin Highlands region is an outdoor enthusiast’s dream come true.

From the largest freshwater lake in North America without an island (Lake Bernard in Sundridge) to the beautiful Magnetawan River, from historic villages with captivating heritage, shops and dining, to charming festivals and events, the Almaguin Highlands offers visitors much to discover.

Find numerous outfitters who’ll help prepare you for a visit into Algonquin Park (via multiple westerly access points) or Mikisew Provincial Park, meet members of the local arts community who will welcome you when you stop by one of the numerous studios and galleries that dot the region, and marvel at the Screaming Heads art installation in Burk’s Falls, recognized as one of Ontario’s most unique attractions.

Map of Almaguin Highlands

For information visiting the Almaguin Highlands of Ontario, click here. Check out the links below for more great things to see, eat and do, and where to stay.

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Ahmic Lake Apiaries

Ahmic Lake Apiaries is a family run Apiary located in the scenic Almaguin Highlands area of Northern Ontario.…

Ahmic Lake Apiaries is a family run Apiary located in the scenic Almaguin Highlands area of Northern Ontario. We specialize in the production of Certified Naturally Grown Honey and Queen Bees with…

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Cornball Store

Don’t miss a stop at the Cornball Store in Magnetawan for all your summer essentials with ice cream,…

Don’t miss a stop at the Cornball Store in Magnetawan for all your summer essentials with ice cream, bait, fresh baking, oven ready meals and more.

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Scotty’s Lake Tours

Enjoy some much needed time on the Almaguin lakes with Scotty’s Lake Tours – dedicated to getting you,…

Enjoy some much needed time on the Almaguin lakes with Scotty’s Lake Tours – dedicated to getting you, your family and friends onto some of the most popular lakes in the world.…

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Nostalgia Antiques

Nostalgia Antiques – open May to October each year – started in 2010 in a little church with…

Nostalgia Antiques – open May to October each year – started in 2010 in a little church with a dream to bring a unique store to a small town in Ontario. What started…

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The Mag

The Mag is a seasonal shop located along the main street in downtown Burk’s Falls. Stop in for…

The Mag is a seasonal shop located along the main street in downtown Burk’s Falls. Stop in for everything you need for home and cottage – a little something special in every…

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The Felting Shop & Fibre Arts Studio

The Felting Shop & Fibre Arts Studio is the home of artist Linda Coop. The studio features work…

The Felting Shop & Fibre Arts Studio is the home of artist Linda Coop. The studio features work including hand felted nuno scarves, vessels, decor pillows, journal covers and fibre art wall…

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Horse Sense North

Horse Sense North

Horse Sense North empowers you to be who you’re meant to become. Transformational adventures and workshops (with and…

Horse Sense North empowers you to be who you’re meant to become. Transformational adventures and workshops (with and without horses – no experience required) that take place on a beautiful farm with…

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89 Main

89 Main is Almaguin’s prime destination for outdoor services such as paddleboard and kayak rentals, ice cream and…

89 Main is Almaguin’s prime destination for outdoor services such as paddleboard and kayak rentals, ice cream and homemade sweets along with a brick and mortar shop full of seasonal essentials and…

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Paddle Like a Girl

My goal is simple; to help more women of all shapes, ages, and backgrounds discover the peace and…

My goal is simple; to help more women of all shapes, ages, and backgrounds discover the peace and beauty that mother nature has to offer. I’m not talking about going for a…

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Jill Boschulte Gallery

Jill Boschulte lives and operates her space, the Jill Boschulte Gallery, in the small town of Sundridge. She…

Jill Boschulte lives and operates her space, the Jill Boschulte Gallery, in the small town of Sundridge. She works on paper in a variety of mediums in an expressive, dynamic style. Her…

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Outdoor Adventures ATV

Outdoor Adventures ATV offers exciting guided tours using only the best fleet of ATV’s, Snowmobiles and Kayak’s. We…

Outdoor Adventures ATV offers exciting guided tours using only the best fleet of ATV’s, Snowmobiles and Kayak’s. We now offer Winter ATV riding and accommodations. Embark on an adventure of a life…

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Armstrong’s Thunder Ridge Farm

Armstrong’s Thunder Ridge Farm is a family run business operating from the beautiful Almaguin Highlands. With their team…

Armstrong’s Thunder Ridge Farm is a family run business operating from the beautiful Almaguin Highlands. With their team of two stunning black Percheron Geldings – imported from Manitoba specifically for them –…

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Crystal Cave

Crystal Cave is home to a Mineral Exhibit, Crystal Shoppe, Artisan Village and Faerie Forest located in the…

Crystal Cave is home to a Mineral Exhibit, Crystal Shoppe, Artisan Village and Faerie Forest located in the heart of the Almaguin Highlands. Come explore a world of crystals, fossils and minerals…

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Missing Link Adventure Tours

Missing Link Adventure Tours (MLAT) provides farm-stay based cycling retreats in, around, over and through the Almaguin Highlands,…

Missing Link Adventure Tours (MLAT) provides farm-stay based cycling retreats in, around, over and through the Almaguin Highlands, Parry Sound and Muskoka. We provide route, accommodation and nutrition solutions for touring, training…

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Studio By The Lake – Margaret Cunningham

Original art by Marg Cunningham captures nature’s ever-changing shapes, textures, vibrant colours and moods. Each painting evokes a…

Original art by Marg Cunningham captures nature’s ever-changing shapes, textures, vibrant colours and moods. Each painting evokes a sensation or reflects a memory. Her favorite mediums are acrylic and watercolor. Retiring to…

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