Muskoka
Ontario’s summer ‘cottage country’ capital is also one of the province’s most popular four-season travel destinations, offering something for every visitor in every season.
Just two hours north of Toronto, situated amidst a backdrop of thousands of sparkling freshwater lakes and majestic forests, Muskoka is a world-renowned vacation spot that offers exceptional accommodation, shopping, dining, golf, entertainment, and outdoor adventure – all in an unforgettable wilderness setting.
This is where you’ll find hundreds of Canada’s most popular lakes, including the “big three” (Muskoka, Rosseau and Joseph).
And where there’s water, there are boats. Learn about the area’s boating culture at the Muskoka Boat and Heritage Centre and head out for a gorgeous cruise on the RMS Segwun or Wenonah II. You can also view the lakes on the 1940s era Peerless II of Sunset Cruises, and the newly-restored SS Bigwin out of Dorset. And travel the Muskoka River with Muskoka Cruises.
Hundreds of attractions will entertain family and friends off the dock, including Santa’s Village in Bracebridge (a must-do for families with younger kids), the historic Bethune House and Opera House in Gravenhurst, and the Muskoka Lakes Museum in Port Carling. The Huntsville Festival of the Arts runs exceptional programming year-round, and hosts Nuit Blanche North in July.
Known for the iconic Canadian resorting tradition, Muskoka is home to some of the nation’s finest accommodations. Hotels, motels, B&Bs, inns and campgrounds are available to suit every traveler, from those who like a pampered vacation to those who enjoy roughing it in a tent. And beloved Algonquin Park is close by too, as well as its lesser know sister, Arrowhead Provincial Park (home to the mesmerizing Ice Trail – a meandering loop through snow-frosted forests in winter).
Muskoka is also a designated arts community, and artists and studios are everywhere. It’s also home to the oldest fall studio tour in Canada, the Muskoka Autumn Studio Tour. Other studio tours abound as well, including that of the Artists of the Limberlost. Not to be missed is the Muskoka Arts & Crafts Annual Summer Show at Annie Williams Park in Bracebridge.
Culinary adventures await as well, with six craft breweries and one winery to be found here: Canvas Brewing Co., Clear Lake Brewing Co., Katalyst Brewing Company, Lake of Bays Brewing Co. (which includes their flagship location in Baysville, as well as the Huntsville Brewhouse and Bracebridge Barrelhouse) Muskoka Brewery, Sawdust City Brewing Co., and the Muskoka Lakes Farm & Winery. Head to the famous cranberry marsh in Bala all year round, and sample all sort of products made from the ruby red berry.
There’s always something happening in Muskoka – events in every season. From the summer concerts at the iconic Kee to Bala, to Huntsville’s Girlfriends’ Getaway Weekend in November, from numerous sporting events and triathlons to fall and winter carnivals, to cooler fun on Arrowhead Provincial Park’s Ice Trail, you’ll be entertained here all year round.
For more information, visit these helpful sites:
Muskoka Tourism
Around Lake of Bays
Experience Gravenhurst
Huntsville Adventures
Visit The Bridge
Check out the links below to discover more incredible things to see, eat and do, and where to stay in Muskoka.
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Baristah Coffee
Baristah Coffee is serving Muskoka gourmet coffee and espresso in a café like atmosphere in downtown Bracebridge. Also…
Baristah Coffee is serving Muskoka gourmet coffee and espresso in a café like atmosphere in downtown Bracebridge. Also serving fine baked goods from our neighbour, Bumble Pastry Co, and an assortment of…
Bumble Pastry Co.
Find Bumble Pastry Co. in downtown Bracebridge and enjoy one of their freshly basked confections paired with a…
Find Bumble Pastry Co. in downtown Bracebridge and enjoy one of their freshly basked confections paired with a coffee from their neighbour, Baristah Coffee.
Wings Port Bar & Grill
Welcome to Wings Port, the premier sports bar and grill located at 484 Muskoka Rd 10, in the…
Welcome to Wings Port, the premier sports bar and grill located at 484 Muskoka Rd 10, in the heart of Port Sydney, Huntsville, ON P0B 1L0. Recently renovated to provide an even…
Longhouse Grill
Enjoy breakfast. lunch and dinner at Longhouse Grill – next to First Nation Liquidation.
Enjoy breakfast. lunch and dinner at Longhouse Grill – next to First Nation Liquidation.
Mrs. H’s Fish & Chips
We always enjoy seeing our customers as they travel through our beautiful Muskoka region year round at Mrs.…
We always enjoy seeing our customers as they travel through our beautiful Muskoka region year round at Mrs. H’s Fish & Chips. Open for takeout only or munch outside on our patio…
Bala Bay Inn
Bala’s historic red brick hotel has been revived and is coming at you live summer of 2024. In…
Bala’s historic red brick hotel has been revived and is coming at you live summer of 2024. In partnership with Muskoka BeerSpa and Clear Lake Brewing Company, the new Bala Bay Inn…
Portuguese House
Welcome to Portuguese House, where tradition and flavor come together to offer you an unforgettable dining experience. Nestled…
Welcome to Portuguese House, where tradition and flavor come together to offer you an unforgettable dining experience. Nestled in the heart of Huntsville, our establishment brings the rich culinary heritage of Portugal…
Mottbora Sushi
Mottbora is a delicious sushi restaurant in Huntsville featuring a large variety of rolls.
Mottbora is a delicious sushi restaurant in Huntsville featuring a large variety of rolls.
Henrietta’s Pine Bakery
For over 60 years, Henrietta’s has been a family owned and operated business, with locations in both Dwight…
For over 60 years, Henrietta’s has been a family owned and operated business, with locations in both Dwight and Huntsville. Each day we strive to deliver the highest standard in both product…
Downtown Espresso
Find coffee, pastries, and Italian fine foods at Downtown Espresso in Huntsville. We use the finest local coffee…
Find coffee, pastries, and Italian fine foods at Downtown Espresso in Huntsville. We use the finest local coffee and brew it with a state of the art espresso machine!
Blue Moon Bakery
Blue Moon is Huntsville’s only dedicated gluten-free (and dairy-free!) bakery and espresso bar. This small-batch-from-scratch shop offers a…
Blue Moon is Huntsville’s only dedicated gluten-free (and dairy-free!) bakery and espresso bar. This small-batch-from-scratch shop offers a wonderful variety of breads, buns, savory and sweet baked yummies. They offer many egg-free/vegan…
Artizza’s
Artizza’s serves up handmade artisanal pizza’s from their truck in Huntsville. Check them out seasonally for delicious stone…
Artizza’s serves up handmade artisanal pizza’s from their truck in Huntsville. Check them out seasonally for delicious stone baked creations made on traditional Biscotto stone from Naples, Italy. Don’t miss their daily…
The Pearl Muskoka
Located in the heart of Bala, Muskoka, The Pearl is a destination food market where “old country” and…
Located in the heart of Bala, Muskoka, The Pearl is a destination food market where “old country” and contemporary intersect. Led by a team of culinary experts, we are focused on mixing…
Windmill Bakery & Bistro
European Inspired; Windmill continues its long standing tradition of creating authentic, tasty baked goods. Windmill Bakery was started…
European Inspired; Windmill continues its long standing tradition of creating authentic, tasty baked goods. Windmill Bakery was started in 1976 by Ton Struyk, a Dutch immigrant. It was carried on by Tjeerd…
Tristan’s Tasty Eatz
Tristan’s Tasty Eatz Food Truck serves a variety of delicious Canadian foods, gourmet Canadian poutine and tasty sandwiches.
Tristan’s Tasty Eatz Food Truck serves a variety of delicious Canadian foods, gourmet Canadian poutine and tasty sandwiches.