The Haliburton Sculpture Forest is a unique outdoor art destination located on the grounds of Fleming College’s Haliburton School of Art + Design. Set among forest trails near Head Lake, it combines contemporary sculpture, natural beauty, and quiet walking paths to create one of the Haliburton Highlands’ most distinctive cultural attractions.
The Sculpture Forest features a collection of large-scale outdoor artworks created by Canadian and international artists. Visitors can follow marked trails through the woods and discover sculptures placed thoughtfully among the trees, rocks, and landscape. Each piece invites people to slow down, look closely, and experience art in conversation with nature. The setting changes with the seasons, offering different moods in spring, summer, autumn, and winter.
The trails are open and welcoming, making the Sculpture Forest suitable for families, art lovers, walkers, photographers, students, and visitors exploring Haliburton Village. It is a peaceful place to enjoy fresh air, creative expression, and the natural surroundings of the Highlands. The experience is self-guided, though interpretive materials and tours may be available at certain times.
The Haliburton Sculpture Forest reflects the region’s strong artistic identity and connection to the outdoors. It offers a relaxed but meaningful way to experience public art outside a traditional gallery setting. Whether someone is interested in sculpture, looking for a quiet walk, or searching for a memorable stop near Haliburton’s shops, galleries, and waterfront, the Sculpture Forest provides an inspiring blend of creativity, landscape, and community spirit.