Muskoka Signature Experience Collection

Back of Beyond Equine Centre

The perfect winter activity for an afternoon with your family or a romantic evening ride with your hunny, there is nothing more magical than a horse drawn sleigh ride through a winter wonderland.

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Sunset Cruises

Cruise the historic Peerless II from beautiful Port Carling and get an up close view of Muskoka’s beautiful scenery and stunning heritage. Unique to the Peerless II, Captain Potts creates a memorable experience for guests by providing informal commentary.

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Algonquin Outfitters Oxtongue Lake

This self-guided lake and river paddle to scenic Ragged Falls is one of the area’s most popular day trips. Algonquin Outfitters Oxtongue Lake has everything you need for your adventure including canoe / kayak / stand-up paddleboard rentals, map and equipment.

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Algonquin Outfitters Huntsville

Choose your watercraft of choice from a canoe, kayak, paddleboard or even pedal boat and explore the Muskoka River as it winds through downtown Huntsville. This scenic river adventure is great for nearly any skill level and close-by to shops, restaurants and pubs for after your paddle. No reservations required.

Check out the Muskoka River paddling video

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Beautiful year-round with explosive colours during the fall, this 80 km loop around Lake of Bays has stops in the charming villages of Baysville, Dwight and Dorset. See the best of Lake of Bays with stops at decadent bakeries, fabulous restaurants, Lake of Bays’ own craft brewery and local artisan studios. Plan to take a cruise on the historical SS Bigwin, or climb the Dorset Fire Tower for one of the best views in Muskoka. For history buffs, each village has its own Heritage Walking Tour so you can dive into the area’s fascinating past. Visit the website for walking tour maps.

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Treetop Trekking

Unleash the adventurer inside during a 3-hour Zipline & Aerial Game Trek with Treetop Trekking. Climb, swing and zip through the forest canopy and see Muskoka like never before! Only five minutes from downtown Huntsville.

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Hidden Valley Highlands Ski Area

Hidden Valley Highlands Ski Area and the Muskoka Ski Club is one of Ontario’s most memorable ski resorts! They provide exceptional skiing and snowboarding with a great family-focused atmosphere and the best snow in Southern Ontario. With terrain options for everyone, amazing grooming, short lift lines plus beautiful lake views it offers a great experience for all skill levels of skiers and snowboarders. Make sure you check out Muskoka’s Ski Resort this winter!

Open Sunday and Monday 9:00am-4:00pm, Thursday – Saturday 4:30-9:00pm. Closed Tuesdays and Wednesdays except during the holidays.

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Town of Bracebridge

Bracebridge boasts 3 of the region’s best waterfalls all within a 5 minute drive of downtown. Start at High Falls, making sure you find the hidden Little High Falls nearby. Next up, Wilson’s Falls has a walking trail with a great view. Finish your loop in Downtown Bracebridge at the iconic Bracebridge Falls and Silver Bridge. Be sure to admire Bracebridge’s charming downtown, visiting the local shops, cafes and restaurants.

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Sherwood Inn

Sherwood Inn is Muskoka’s original romantic getaway. Our onsite spa, restaurant and award-winning wine cellar will highlight your escape to the beautiful shores of Lake Joseph. Rest, relax and romance at Muskoka’s premiere culinary inn.

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Muskoka Lakes Farm & Winery

A guided journey from cranberry bog to Muskoka in a bottle, this award-winning farm and winery tour is the only one of its kind in the world and one of Muskoka’s true hidden gems. Available daily, year round! Reserve online.

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Huckleberry Rock Lookout Trail

One of the best places to catch a sunset in Muskoka. If you time your hike right and the skies are clear, the colourful sunset will leave you in awe. The 2.5km hiking trail to the lookout is as fascinating as it is breathtaking, featuring some of the oldest rock in the world at well over a billion years old.

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The Muskoka Maple Trail is one of the most Canadian adventures ever … an adventure that is all things maple syrup. We encourage you to use this web page to build your own maple inspired itinerary by finding the experiences you want to try and clicking ‘Add to Itinerary’. Once you have built your maple itinerary, print it off and hit the road!

These are the very best maple experiences you can find and include; maple sugar bush tours, pancake and maple breakfasts, maple beer and wine, maple sweets and baked goodies, and maple inspired cuisine. Try one of each and have yourself the sweetest adventure in Canada!

March 11 – April 29, 2022

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Muskoka Steamships & Discovery Centre

Cruise aboard RMS Segwun, the only steam-powered Royal Mail Ship in the world, or the elegantly appointed Wenonah II. Discover the rich nautical history of Muskoka’s famous steamship era aboard these amazing vessels.

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Georgian Bay Islands National Park

Nestled in the famous 30,000 islands, the world’s largest chain of freshwater islands, Georgian Bay Islands National Park is where you’ll be inspired by the rugged beauty of the Canadian Shield and the wind-swept pines and clear waters of Georgian Bay. Accessible only by boat, Parks Canada operates a boat shuttle service called the DayTripper out of Honey Harbour. Rent a bike or bring your own, plan a picnic lunch with a view, hike over 25km of picturesque trails, or swim at their pristine beaches. Experience nature in its purest state, the way it was intended.

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Rocky Crest Golf Resort

Why rent a cottage when you can rent a golf resort on Lake Joseph! Ranked the 35th best Canadian golf course in 2020, Rocky Crest is Muskoka’s quintessential action-adventure resort with three on-site restaurants, and tons of recreational activities. Book your stay and come play today!

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Algonquin Outfitters Oxtongue Lake

Algonquin Outfitters has the rentals, gear and expertise for your self-guided winter adventure in Algonquin Park. Get outfitted and hit the snowshoe, cross country ski or fat bike trails to experience Canadian winter fun at its finest.

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Algonquin Outfitters Lake of Two Rivers

No other trail offers the same, easy-riding and close to nature experience as Algonquin Park’s Old Railway Bike Trail. Everything you need, bike rentals, maps, parking, expertise and dining, all available from the Lake of Two Rivers Store, right at the trailhead.

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Muskoka’s Incredible Race

Interact with local activity hosts as you move through beautiful downtown Huntsville, participating in at least twelve Muskoka-related challenges en route.  Designed to suit a wide range of ages and abilities.  A winter version is now available!  Your adventure awaits!

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Muskoka Lakes Farm & Winery 

This 1.2km loop around 12 acres of frozen cranberry beds is one of Muskoka’s most popular winter experiences, and the only skating trail with an on-site winery for post skate wine tastings! A must-do winter experience in Muskoka.

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SWS Boatworks

Every summer at SWS Boatworks we feature an eclectic collection of Pop-Up shops and retailers offering everything you’ll need for life on the lake in Muskoka. The Pop-Up village has been a popular part of our SWS Boatworks Minett location for several years. New in 2021 you’ll find even more great shops at our Boatworks Lake Rosseau location in Port Carling.

2021 Pop-up Shops:

• Boathouse Yoga
• Roots (Minett & Port Carling)
• Snapdragon Designs
• Lululemon Athletica
• RIPE Juicery (Minett & Port Carling)
• Waxon Bar
• The Dollhouse
• Poppy’s Collection
• Pure Muskoka
• Liberty Hemp
• Pearl Rejuvenation
• Clutter Porch (Port Carling)

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