Embrace the Chill: Your Guide to Winter Carnivals in Ontario’s Cottage Country
Celebrate all things snow and ice and join in the fun at a traditional winter carnival – and The Great Canadian Wilderness has it all to offer throughout the coming weeks
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Fresh Tracks and Cold Brews
Experience the ultimate winter adventure in Muskoka on February 7th with our Ski & Après package. Hidden Valley Highlands and VIP access to Canvas Brewing’s Tap Takeover Beerfest.
Funky Fridays to Sundae Fun Days: Your Guide to Huntsville SnowFest 2026
From January 30 to March 8, 2026, River Mill Park in Huntsville serves as the central hub for SnowFest – music, movies, sweet treats and unforgettable experiences.
From The Ice Tail to Main Street and Beyond: Your Perfect Huntsville Getaway
Huntsville, Ontario is a hot spot in winter, with plenty to do and great places to dine and warm yourself. So when visiting the Arrowhead Ice Trail don’t miss out on this charming town.
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.
Know Before You Go: The Ice Trail at Arrowhead Provincial Park
Visiting the ice skating trail at Arrowhead Provincial Park is a quintessential Canadian winter experience. Located just outside Huntsville, this trail is one of the most popular winter destinations in Ontario and requires some advance planning due to its popularity.
Places to check out & things to do!
Lake Country Airways
Operating from May to October out of Parry Sound’s downtown waterfront, in the heart of the 30,000 Islands.…
Northern Edge Algonquin
Northern Edge Algonquin co-creates and hosts all-inclusive transformational retreats for groups of 8 to 30. We invite you…
Scotty’s Lake Tours
Enjoy some much needed time on the Almaguin lakes with Scotty’s Lake Tours – dedicated to getting you,…
Sky-Mazing Parasail Adventures
Find Sky-Mazing Parasail Adventures and their larger parasail boat located at the Muskoka Wharf in Gravenhurst at the…
Away We Go Trips
Self-guided day trip itineraries with five epic routes around Muskoka. Each route has ten stops that get you…
Matchless Adventures
Matchless Adventures was started in Canada in 2020 with one mission in mind – to provide the best…
Spark Adventure Photography
Cobi Sharpe is an award-winning adventure and landscape photographer, and a graduate with honours in digital photography. When…
Outdoor Adventure Tours
Imagine an exciting off-road adventure; it’s like riding a roller coaster through the forest, lakes and rivers. Try…
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Northern Edge Algonquin
At Northern Edge Algonquin, new Algonquin Park experiences are being shared and bucket list dreams are coming true.
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Fresh Tracks and Cold Brews Travel Package
Fresh tracks and cold brews! From chairlift to craft beer, experience the best of Muskoka winter on February 7.…
Algonquin Outfitters Muskoka River X
2026 marks the 13th Season of Algonquin Outfitters Muskoka River X. Considered by some the most demanding single-day…
IRONMAN 70.3 Muskoka
A mid-summer race loved for its stunning beauty and naturally tough course. This race takes place in a…
The Limberlost Challenge
The date: Saturday July 4th, 2026.The location: The Limberlost Forest and Wildlife Reserve, 1002 Buck Lake Landing Road. For directions, click…
Sounder Ski Tour 2026
Georgian Nordic Outdoor Activity Centre invites everyone to participate in the 2026 Sounder Ski Tour. Whether you are…
Banff Mountain Film Festival
The 50 Anniversary of 2025 Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival Experience the Banff Mountain Film Festival at The…
Forest of Light at Sandhill Nursery
The lights are on, the forest is glowing, and the first guests have already stepped into the magic.…
Huntsville Holiday Lights Bus Tour
Enjoy a festive bus tour of Huntsville’s lights, Belgian hot chocolate, and Sandhill’s Forest of Light. Offered for…