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Snow, Silence, and Stunning Views: Exploring Killbear Provincial Park in Winter

Killbear Provincial Park has become an exciting winter destination. Read on for the top five reasons to visit the park in the colder months.

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Snowsuits, Sleds and Endless Wonder: Why Winter in the Great Canadian Wilderness Belongs to Kids

If you are looking for unique ideas to keep your little ones engaged, look no further than winter in the Great Canadian Wilderness. Plan your visit around these all-ages outdoor activities and events across our region of Ontario, and make this winter one of fun for the whole family.

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Warm Pages and Winter Days: A Bookstore Lover’s Guide to Ontario’s Cottage Country

Discover the cozy independent bookstores that make winter in the Great Canadian Wilderness even more magical. There’s something deeply satisfying about escaping the winter cold into a warm bookstore, where rows upon rows of stories wait to transport you somewhere else entirely.

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Attractions

Fantastic Fall Fairs in Full Effect Across Ontario’s Cottage Country

It’s fall fair season in Ontario’s cottage country – a chance to experience the agricultural lifestyle and simpler things as well as lots of delicious freshly-harvested food, livestock and exhilarating rides.

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Fall in Love With Parry Sound – The Heart of the Great Canadian Wilderness

Every fall Parry Sound truly comes alive and the region offers travellers the perfect blend of breathtaking fall colours, cultural richness, outdoor adventure, and small-town charm.

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Fascinating Tales and Local Legends: Museums Paint Pictures of the Past

Our region is rich in history with great museums showcasing everything from Indigenous beginnings, to logging and nautical life, to our famous sons and daughters. So take a road trip and immerse yourself in the past.

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The Wonderful & Weird: Rural Road Trips North of Toronto

Drive down the road less travelled and find the weird and wonderful attractions of Ontario’s cottage country. No road trip is complete without a few cool stops along the way and the Screaming Heads outside Burk’s Falls are a must visit.

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Marvellous Markets in Ontario’s Cottage Country

Set in the picturesque Rosseau Waterfront Park the local market is a must summer visit on a Friday morning!

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Culinary

Order Up! Food trucks are the ultimate culinary adventure in Ontario’s Cottage Country

Whether you’re heading out for a day trip or looking for a different kind of dining experience during your getaway, food trucks in these parts are more eclectic than ever.

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Outdoor Adventures

Learning to Fish in The Great Canadian Wilderness: A Beginner’s Guide

Learning to fish in Ontario’s cottage country is a journey that connects you with the area’s natural beauty while providing a lifetime of recreational opportunities.

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Astronomical August: Stargazing Extraordinaire in Ontario’s Cottage Country

Marvel at the stars this August in Ontario’s Cottage Country when the Persied Meteor Shower is at its height and when the late summer skies offer a clearer glimpse of the heavens.

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Stop and Smell the Flowers in Ontario’s Cottage Country

The Tower Hill Heritage Garden in Parry Sound is a wonderful place to stop and enjoy the beautiful outdoor space.

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Arts & Entertainment

Discovering the ghost roads of Ontario’s Cottage Country

Visit Commanda this summer to experience the architecturally-unique 1885 store and the artifacts which make up the Commanda Museum as it celebrates the 150th Anniversary of the Old Nipissing Road

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Culinary

Craft Brewing is Booming in Ontario’s Cottage Country

You won’t be surprised to find a wonderful array of award-winning breweries, exceptional distilleries, and an epicurean winery in one of the most beautiful destinations in Ontario. What may surprise you is how much they actually offer!

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Accommodations

Bed & Breakfasts North of Toronto: A Warm Summer Welcome Awaits

Visiting Ontario's cottage country and prefer a personal touch? Look no further than our region's amazing Bed &…

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