Huntsville
What sets Huntsville apart? It’s where Muskoka’s natural beauty blends seamlessly with art, culture, and a welcoming community spirit.
Nestled among sparkling lakes and towering pines on the edge of Algonquin Provincial Park, Huntsville is a small town with a big personality.
✨ Reasons to Visit Huntsville:
Epic Events: From international sporting events and cycling tours to high-energy marathons and live music festivals, there’s always something happening.
Art & Culture: Celebrate the legacy of the Group of Seven with 100+ Mural Re-creations and catch JUNO Award–winning performances by Huntsville Festival of the Arts.
Downtown Vibes: Stroll the waterfront streets, browse local shops, enjoy tasty chocolates, have a drink at a local pub and treat yourself to a creamy ice cream cone along the way.
Whether you’re chasing adventure, planning a business getaway, or simply looking to relax, Huntsville is a place where every visit feels a little bit magical.
Huntsville: Muskoka Must Do’s
THINGS TO DO: Huntsville offers endless activities. From art and culture, shopping, dining, hiking, biking and winter adventures!
- A day visit to Arrowhead Provincial Park
- Take a scenic photo at Lion’s Lookout
- Group of Seven Outdoor Gallery self guided tour with 103 murals
- Enjoy an event from Huntsville Festival of the Arts
- Try a craft brew at Canvas Brewing Co.
- A hike at Hunter’s Bay Boardwalk Trail
- Skiing at Muskoka’s ski hill, Hidden Valley Highlands Ski Area
- Throw an axe in the forest at Find Your Wild
- Horse Drawn Sleigh Ride at Back of Beyond Equine Centre
- Step Back in Time at a Pioneer Village at Muskoka Heritage Place
- Explore the legacy of some of Canada’s greatest painters! Group of Seven Outdoor Gallery Guided Tours, July and August.
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Signature Events:
- 🍂 Sandhill Nursery’s Fall Festival (Sept 13 – Oct 26) – Family fun in the ultimate pumpkin patch (admission by donation)
🍂 Fall Colours at Arrowhead Provincial Park & Limberlost Forest – Hike trails bursting with red, orange, and gold
✨ Muskoka: Home of the Stars (Oct 17 – Nov 8) – Guided stargazing experiences under Muskoka’s dark skies
🎶 James Barker Band (Oct 24) – Live at Deerhurst Resort, presented by Huntsville Festival of the Arts
🎶 Madison Violet (Oct 26) – Live at Algonquin Theatre
🎸 Elvis & Co Music Festival (Oct 31 – Nov 2) – Rocking Deerhurst Resort
🎃 Great Pumpkin Trail (Oct 31) – Trick-or-treat fun at Muskoka Heritage Place
💃 Girlfriends’ Getaway Weekend (Nov 7 – 9) – A weekend of fun with Hunter Brothers headlining Saturday night
🎤 Dallas Smith (Dec 6) – Live at Deerhurst Resort, presented by Huntsville Festival of the Arts - Portage Flyer Christmas Train
- Nuit Blanche North – Summer 2026
- Huntsville ART CRAWL – Summer 2026
Places to Stay in Huntsville
Looking for places to stay in Huntsville, the getaway to Algonquin Park? Check out our comprehensive guide to accommodators in Muskoka. From Hotels, Motels, Bed & Breakfasts, Cottage Rentals, Resorts and more!
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Cottage Rentals & Unique Stays:
Ontario Cottage Rentals, Cottage Vacations, Unique Stays in Muskoka, Muskoka Vacation House, Escape North | Boutique Cottages,
Selena Lakehouse
Resorts:
Trillium Resort and Spa, Deerhurst Resort, Hidden Valley Resort
Cottage Resorts & Lodges:
Walker Lake Resort, Clyffe House Cottage Resort, Cedar Grove Lodge, Billie Bear Resort
Inns, Hotels, Motels:
Holiday Inn Express & Suites, Comfort Inn, Home2 Suites by Hilton, Rodeway Inn King William, Fern Glen Inn B&B
Camping + Bed & Breakfasts:
Huntsville Lagoons – Roots RV Resorts, Arrowhead Provincial Park
