Local Attractions

The Huckleberry Rock Lookout Trail is a scenic 2.5 km loop near Bracebridge, Ontario, famous for its billion-year-old pink granite formations. It offers a relatively easy hike that leads to one of the most iconic panoramic views of Lake Muskoka, making it a premier destination for sunset watchers and photographers.

The Baysville Pavilion is a popular roadhouse-style restaurant and pub in Muskoka, Ontario, known for its "cottage vibe," live music, and classic pub fare like fish and chips. It serves as a community hub for locals and tourists alike, offering a casual atmosphere with amenities like pool tables and easy access to nearby snowmobile trails.

Tubing on the Gull River in Minden, Ontario, offers a popular 1-to-2-hour "lazy river" float starting at Rotary Park and ending in the downtown core. While the town section is calm and family-friendly, the river also features the Minden Wildwater Preserve, a world-class site for high-intensity whitewater kayaking and competitive paddling.

The Madawaska River offers diverse paddling, ranging from the high-intensity Class IV rapids of the Upper section to the beginner-friendly whitewater training runs of the Middle Madawaska. For a more relaxed experience, the Lower Madawaska provides scenic multi-day canoe tripping routes with accessible paddle-in camping and manageable Class I–III rapids.

Yours Outdoors is an adventure company in Ontario's Haliburton Highlands that offers guided experiences ranging from ice climbing and canopy tours to artisan workshops. As a division of Haliburton Forest, they connect visitors with the region’s nature, heritage, and local experts through unique seasonal activities.

Calabogie Peaks Resort is a premier year-round destination in Eastern Ontario, featuring the province’s highest vertical drop for skiing and snowboarding. Located on the shores of Calabogie Lake, it offers diverse seasonal activities ranging from private beach access and golfing in the summer to scenic hiking and mountain trails.

Somewhere Inn Calabogie is a redesigned 1970s boutique motel in the Ottawa Valley that focuses on "slow living" through purposefully analog rooms without TVs. The three-acre property features a thermal spa, a natural wine bar, and easy access to outdoor activities like the Eagles Nest hike and Calabogie Lake.

Located in the Bonnechere Valley, Lake Clear is a premier cold-water destination famous for its crystal-clear turquoise waters and rugged Canadian Shield scenery. The lake features approximately 18 islands, including the large Turner's Island, and is renowned for supporting a natural population of lake trout and diverse angling for bass and pike.

Eagle's Nest Park in Bancroft features a high-standing viewing platform that overlooks the York River Valley and the surrounding town. It is uniquely accessible, offering a wheelchair-friendly gravel trail alongside more rugged hiking paths through the forest.

Wilderness Tours is Canada’s first and largest whitewater resort, offering high-energy rafting adventures across a massive 600-acre property on the Ottawa River. Beyond the rapids, the resort serves as a complete vacation hub featuring bungee jumping, an inflatable waterpark, live entertainment, and diverse lodging from camping to luxury cabins.

The Rideau Heritage Route offers a premier houseboating experience through a UNESCO World Heritage site, connecting Ottawa to Kingston via a scenic 202 km chain of lakes and historic hand-operated locks. Travelers can captain their own modern luxury vessel or join a fully catered cruise to explore charming stone-cottage villages, lush conservation areas, and vibrant waterfront towns at a relaxed "canal-pace."

Wilderness Tours offers a range of whitewater rafting experiences on the Ottawa River, from gentle family-style floats to intense, high-adventure trips through world-class Class III-V rapids. Each guided tour typically lasts four to five hours and includes professional instruction, safety gear, and access to the resort’s private beach and amenities.

The Ottawa Valley Recreational Trail (OVRT) is a 296 km multi-use corridor following a former CP railway line from Smiths Falls to near Mattawa. It features a flat, stone-dust surface ideal for cycling, hiking, and snowmobiling while connecting historic towns across Lanark and Renfrew counties.

Lake Country Airways offers scenic seaplane tours and "Fly n' Dine" experiences across Muskoka, Georgian Bay, and the 30,000 Islands from their bases in Orillia and Parry Sound. These seasonal flights typically run from May through October, providing a bird's-eye view of Ontario's iconic cottage country and rugged shorelines.

Clear Lake Brewing Co. and Muskoka BeerSpa offer a unique "detox and retox" getaway in Torrance, Ontario, featuring a family-friendly craft brewery and a separate adults-only woodland spa. Guests can enjoy fresh local pours at the taproom before heading across the road to relax in hot tubs, saunas, and hammocks nestled within a 9-acre forest.

Canvas Brewing Co. is a community-focused craft brewery and event space located in downtown Huntsville, Ontario, featuring a spacious taproom with 20 taps and two outdoor patios. It serves as a local hub for entertainment, offering a rotating selection of German-style ales and IPAs alongside regular live music, trivia nights, and community gatherings.

Batchawana Bay Provincial Park is a popular day-use destination on Lake Superior’s northern shore, famous for having some of the warmest and shallowest waters on the lake. Its long, sandy beach and accessible picnic areas make it a perfect roadside stop for swimming and family outings between Sault Ste. Marie and Wawa.

Angling Algoma is a premier year-round fishing guide service based in Northern Ontario that specializes in multi-species excursions across Lake Superior, Lake Huron, and the St. Marys River. Led by professional angler Adam Vallee, the service offers expert-led trips for trophy smallmouth bass, musky, and steelhead tailored to all skill levels.

The Sault Ste. Marie Canal National Historic Site features the world’s first electrically powered lock, completing Canada's historic shipping route between Lake Superior and the Atlantic. Today, visitors can watch boats navigate the lock, explore 19th-century sandstone buildings, and hike scenic nature trails along the St. Marys River rapids.

Blaq Bear Adventures offers guided culinary, hiking, and cultural tours that showcase the natural beauty and local flavors of the Algoma region near Sault Ste. Marie. Their year-round experiences range from urban food walks and mural tours to multi-day wilderness treks and seasonal snowshoeing excursions.

The Bellevue Park Greenhouse is a year-round tropical conservatory in Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario, featuring a diverse collection of exotic plants, orchids, and fruit trees. It offers free admission and serves as a peaceful indoor retreat within the city’s largest public park.

Gateway Casinos Sault Ste. Marie is a premier downtown entertainment destination featuring over 300 slot machines, popular table games, and live weekend performances. It also houses the Getaway Restaurant, known for its affordable daily specials and casual dining atmosphere near the International Bridge.

Searchmont Resort is a premier ski destination in the Algoma Highlands of Northern Ontario, featuring a 700-foot vertical drop and over 100 acres of diverse terrain. It offers a classic mountain experience with ski-in/ski-out lodging, a renovated lodge, and a mix of beginner runs and expert glades.

Whitefish Island is a 22-acre ancestral fishing station and settlement in the St. Mary’s River that has been a vital cultural hub for Indigenous peoples for over 2,000 years. Today, it is part of the Batchewana First Nation and offers public trails through a rich natural landscape of rapids, wetlands, and historical interpretive sites.

Northern Superior Brewing is a revitalized craft brewery in Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario, that celebrates the city's historic 20th-century brewing roots. Located next to the Bushplane Heritage Centre, they serve a variety of locally inspired beers like their flagship Northern Superior Lager and the maple-infused Red Maple Ale.

OutSpoken Brewing is an award-winning craft brewery located in downtown Sault Ste. Marie, known for its cozy, historic taproom and inviting outdoor patio. Since its recent revival, it has gained acclaim for standout brews like the Mile Hill Light Lager and Precambrian Stout, making it a centerpiece of the city's local beer scene.

Hiawatha Highlands is an 892-hectare conservation area in Sault Ste. Marie featuring the scenic Crystal Falls, a dedicated children's park, and over 35 kilometres of nature trails. It serves as a premier year-round destination for outdoor recreation, offering world-class cross-country skiing and fat biking in the winter and extensive mountain biking and hiking through diverse forest terrain in the summer.

Green Acres is a family-owned campground and restaurant in Sheguiandah, Manitoulin Island, offering beachfront RV and tent sites along the scenic North Channel. It is well-known for its casual, home-cooked meals, particularly its famous fish and chips, and serves as a convenient base for exploring nearby hiking trails and local history.

Manitoulin Island hosts several vibrant Anishinaabe Pow Wows throughout the summer, featuring traditional drumming, competitive dancing, and local indigenous crafts. These community-led celebrations, ranging from the massive Wiikwemkoong Cultural Festival to smaller local gatherings, offer visitors a respectful way to experience the island’s rich cultural heritage.

Wikwemikong Tourism offers authentic Indigenous eco-adventures on Manitoulin Island that blend wilderness exploration with the traditional knowledge of the Anishinaabek people. Guests can experience guided backcountry hiking, paddling, and culinary tours while learning about the history and sacred lands of Canada’s only officially recognized Unceded Territory.

Manitoulin Eco Park is a 268-acre wilderness retreat in Ontario featuring Canada’s first commercial RASC-designated Dark Sky Preserve for world-class stargazing and aurora viewing. The park offers off-grid, nature-focused accommodations like tipis and forest campsites alongside hiking trails, an interpretive center, and guided astronomical events.

Spirit walks on Manitoulin Island are guided cultural journeys led by Anishinaabe storytellers who share traditional knowledge of medicinal plants and local legends. These experiences, often centered around the Great Spirit Circle Trail, allow visitors to connect spiritually with the "Island of the Great Spirit" through immersive hikes and sacred ceremonies.

The MS Chi-Cheemaun is a seasonal ferry that carries passengers and vehicles across Lake Huron between Tobermory and South Baymouth on Manitoulin Island. The crossing takes approximately two hours, offering a scenic shortcut that saves travelers a massive 500-kilometre drive around Georgian Bay.