Top Attractions & Things To Do
Parks & Trails
Muskoka is known for its beautiful landscape and natural beauty and is a year round destination for many people wishing to vacation. You can find amazing things to do in Muskoka from skiing, ice skating, snowmobile, outdoor adventures, golfing and visiting charming small towns.
Our Muskoka cottage rentals offers the perfect place to have a private vacation. We are only 10 minutes away from the beautiful town of Huntsville in Muskoka and only 5 minutes or less away from Dwight Beach, the north end of Lake of Bays. This lake in Muskoka provides for a sandy shoreline and is a perfect spot to unwind, swim, fish, and boating. Close by is the Oxtongue Rapids and Dorset Lookout Tower that offers a very scenic view of fall colours during Fall as the leaves change and fall off the trees.
A great feature about our Muskoka Cottage rentals is the ability to rent our luxurious cottage and spend time with a large group of friends or family, as we offer many bedrooms and ample space to gather. The home unique close proximity also allows for the ability to explore the many Muskoka lakes nearby, skiing at Hidden Valley, boats, snowmobiles, and ATVs rentals, visit to Arrowhead Provincial Park, Algonquin Provincial Park, and golfing at some of the best golf courses that Muskoka has to offer.
Our Muskoka Cottage Vacation Rentals further provides the ability to enjoy the abundant amenities and vacation experience which is perfect for families that seeks Ontario cottage rentals in Muskoka.
The nearby experience of waterfront and ski hills makes our Muskoka Cottage Retreat the perfect vacation rental home. Book Now and experience our modern 5 bedroom cottage in Muskoka and enjoy the year round activities in Muskoka.
Algonquin Park about 20 minute drive away from our property. The park is made up of thousands lakes and offers 8 campsites and 12 hiking trails. Outdoor adventures in Algonquin Park include, camping, biking, birding, canoeing, hiking swimming and winter fun including snowshoeing, cross country skiing and skating.
ADDRESS: Hwy 60, Algonquin Park ON
Website: https://algonquinpark.on.ca/
About 20 minute dive away from our property. There are so many fun outdoor adventures and activities year round. You can spend an entire week in Arrowhead Provincial Park and never be bored all year long! Outdoor adventure at the park includes, camping, swimming, hiking trails, rental. In the winter, tubing hill, and ice skating trails in the winter.
ADDRESS: 451 Arrowhead Park Rd, Huntsville ON, P1H 2J4
Website: www.ontarioparks.com/park/arrowhead
Has 25 km of groomed trails. Year-round wilderness haven with twenty private lakes and more than 10,000 unspoiled acres of mixed forest near Huntsville. The private forest reserve contains more than 70 km of hiking, biking, skiing and snowshoeing trails made available to the public at no charge.
Website: www.limberlostforest.com
Golf Clubs
- Bigwin Island Golf Club
- Muskoka Bay Golf Club
- Deerhurst Highlands Golf Course
- Huntsville Downs Golf Course
- The Acres Driving Range
- Golf Grandview Club
Once billed as North America’s largest and most luxurious summer resort, Bigwin Inn’s history is inextricably entwined with the history of Bigwin Island itself. 80 years after the Inn first opened, Bigwin’s glory days are back again. Nestled within a private island paradise on Lake of Bays, Bigwin Island Golf Club is an exceptional golf experience in a spectacular setting. Designed by Golf Course Architect, Doug Carrick, Bigwin is consistency ranked in the Top 20 in Canada.
Call: 1-800-840-4036 OR 705-635-2582
Website: https://bigwinisland.com
Amidst the wetlands and rocky ridges of the Canadian Shield, acclaimed golf course architect Doug Carrick designed a course with dramatic elevation changes, rolling fairways, and pristine greens. With tees ranging from 7,367 yards to 4,981, this captivating par 72 course combines award -winning play ability and challenge. Public Club.
Website: www.muskokabayresort.com/golf
Phone: 705-687-4900
Deerhurst Highlands Golf Course is what separates others in the golfing world. In 1990, Robert Cupp and Thomas McBroom co-designed their par 72 championship golf course, and immediately it established the benchmark for golf courses in the region, spark Muskoka’s emergence as a major, must-play Canadian golf destination. Ranked as one of Canada’s top 59 public golf courses again in 2019 by SCOREGolf, Deerhurst Highlands continues to remain one of the top golfing destinations in Muskoka.
ADDRESS: 1235 Deerhurst Dr, Huntsville, ON P1H 2E8
Call: 705-789-6411
Website: https://deerhurstresort.com
The Huntsville Downs is northern Muskoka’s best hidden gem. As a Stanley Thompson and John F. Robinson design, the Huntsville Downs presents a charming 18-hole, 6,486 yard, par 72 course. Carved through 200 acres of the rugged Canadian Shield and nestled within Muskoka’s unique landscape, the Huntsville Downs provides a private and tranquil golfing experience. From beginners to experienced golfers, the Huntsville Downs provides an exciting and friendly challenge through its 5 sets of tees.
Call: 705-789-1000
Website: https://huntsvilledowns.wordpress.com
The Acres Driving Range is open from 8am-8 pm daily, during the golf season. They are a family oriented practice facility for golfers of all skill levels and is conveniently located just 10 minutes East of downtown Huntsville.
ADDRESS: 2269 ON-60, Huntsville, ON P1H 2J6
Phone: 705-783-5011
Website: https://www.facebook.com/theacresdrivingrange
Co-designed by PGA Tour veteran Mark O’Meara (1998 Masters and British Open champion) and renowned course architect Brit Stenson, the Mark O’Meara Course at Grandview opened in 2001. The course is aptly named as it exudes grandness from the moment you arrive and situated a pebble’s throw from Huntsville.
Call: 705-788-9978
Website: https://grandview.clublink.ca
Winter Fun
Hidden Valley Highlands Ski Area is a ski and snowboard resort in located about 10 minute drive from our property. Hidden Valley offers 15 groomed trails, three quad chairlifts, one handle tow, two snow cats, night skiing and snowboarding, and a terrain park.
ADDRESS: 1655 Hidden Valley Rd, Huntsville, ON P1H 1A4
Phone: 705- 789-1773
Website: https://skihiddenvalley.ca
Limberlost Forest and Wildlife Reserve has 25 km of groomed trails for classic skiing that appeal to both novice and advanced skiers. Website: https://limberlostforest.com/activities/ski-trails/
Arrowhead is a first-rate cross country ski destination, with rolling hills and some of the best groomed trails for classic and skate skiing you’ll find. Trails range from beginner to expert, and ski rentals are available on-site. Website: https://www.ontarioparks.com/snowreport
A very popular winter activity in Muskoka, ice fishing combines the elements of a Canadian winter, with the sport of fishing.
Muskoka Stay n’ Play Tours offers guided ice fishing adventures in Muskoka Lakes Township, out of their location in Bala.
Website: https://www.muskokastaynplaytours.com/
Phone: 705-706-0494
Muskoka Shores Cottages has their own 2-night Ice Fishing Package on Three Mile Lake, perfect for groups and families.
Website: http://muskokashorescottages.com/fishing/ice-fishing/
Phone: 705-769-2046
Ice skating trails are one of the most popular winter activities and Muskoka is the ice skating trail capital!
List of places that offers great ice skating:
Dwight Beach Skating Trail (4 Minute drive from our property)
ADDRESS: 1009 Dwight Bay Road
Website: https://facilities.lakeofbays.on.ca/Home/
Arrowhead Provincial Park
Website: www.discovermuskoka.ca/ice-skating-trail-arrowhead/
Phone: 705-789-5105
Gas up your snowmobile and head out in Muskoka’s celebrated snowmobile trails all in close proximity to our property. You can plan day and night trips throughout the area.
Guided Tours: Phone: 705-645-3123
Website: http://www.msrsnowtrails.com/Ofsc-D7-Tours/
Other website to arrange Snowmobiling: www.discovermuskoka.ca/packages/snowmobiling-vacations/
Snowmobile Rental:
Lake of Bays Marina in Dwight offers snowmobile rentals and tours.
Website: www.lakeofbaysmarina.com/snowmobile-rentals
Algonquin Snowmobile Club:
Website: www.algonquinsnowmobileclub.com
Experience Dog Sledding fun and reliable means for transportation.
North Ridge Ranch located in Huntsville provides half day tours and one hour tours most days throughout the winter season.
Website: www.northridgeranch.ca/index.html
Phone: 705-788-2828
Summer & Fall Attractions:
- Dwight Beach
- Avery Beach Park
- Echo Valley Nature & Bike Trails
- Tree Trekking
- Santa’s Village
- Ragged Falls
- Lake of Bays Marina
- Huntsville Marine
- Muskoka Heritage Place
- Scenic Lookout Tower
- SWS Ski School and Cable Park
Located about 4 minute drive from our property, Dwight Beach boasts a beautiful stretch of soft sand beach, picnic tables, Muskoka chairs and a boat launch and docking. No lifeguard on duty. No overnight boat mooring. Public washrooms available.
Parking: (Normally Free)
– Designated parking spaces along Dwight Beach Road at the beach
– Designated parking spaces along Dwight Bay Road between Hwy 60 and the beach
ADDRESS: 1009 Dwight Bay Road
Website: https://facilities.lakeofbays.on.ca/Home/
Avery Beach is located on beauitful Hunters Bay with access to the Trans Canada Trail. Avery Beach Park is one of the most famous public parks located in Huntsville. It is situated on beautiful Hunters Bay with access to the Trans Canada Trail. The park has an outdoor fitness station and badminton equipment. The park has a boat launch or ramp, gardens, picnic table, waterfront or water view. The park has ample parking areas.
ADDRESS: 8 Yonge Street North, Huntsville
Website: https://facilities.huntsville.ca/Home/
A short walk from our property or drive. Whether you are looking for wildlife, planning a short hike, a fast paced mountain bike trail ride, or a scenic snowshoe excursion, it is our hope you will find everything you are looking for in the Echo Valley Nature & Bike trails. There are a total of over 3.5 km of trails consisting of the main trunk line and 14 smaller trails with varying degrees of difficulty. Hiking the main trunk line should take approximately 30-45 minutes. The park is approximately 24 hectares (60 acres) in size and there is a viewing platform overlooking the protected land. A viewing guide and three different on-site kiosks are available to enhance the learning experience.
ADDRESS: Echo Hills Rd, Dwight, ON P0A 1H0
Website: https://facilities.lakeofbays.on.ca/Home/
Treetop Trekking in Huntsville is one of the most exciting adventure activities in Muskoka, and is home to Tarzan, a giant freefall swing!
ADDRESS: 1180 Highway 60, Huntsville, ON P1H 1A9
Website: https://treetoptrekking.com/park/huntsville/
Phone: 705-788-9000
Santa’s Village is 60 acres of family fun amusement park nestled on a bend of the Muskoka River in Bracebridge, Ontario.
ADDRESS: 1624 Golden Beach Road, Bracebridge P1L 1W8
Website: https://www.santasvillage.ca/
Phone: 705- 645-2512
Ragged Falls is an easy to visit wild waterfall just outside of Algonquin Provincial Park. Definitely worth a stop if you are heading towards Algonquin, and a worthwhile destination all by itself.
Website: https://www.ontarioparks.com/park/oxtongueriverraggedfalls
ADDRESS: Off Hwy 60 near the west gate of Algonquin
Phone: 705-789-5105
Lake of Bays Marina is a full service marina providing service to Lake of Bays, Baysville and Muskoka. Offering repairs and maintenance, boat, docking, snowmobile, and other rentals and tours.
ADDRESS: 170 Port Cunnington Rd, Dwight, ON P0A 1H0
Phone: 705-635-2241
Website: https://www.lakeofbaysmarina.com/
Huntsville Marine, Muskoka is your one-stop-shop for all of your boating needs. Specializing in new and used boats for sale, boat rentals and boat storage.
ADDRESS: 373 ON-60, Huntsville, ON P1H 1B5
Phone: 705- 789-5522
Website: https://www.huntsvillemarine.com/
Phone: 705-789-5105
Home of Muskoka Museum, Muskoka Pioneer Village, Rotary Village Station and Portage Flyer Train.
ADDRESS: 88 Brunel Rd, Huntsville, ON P1H 1R1
Website: https://www.muskokaheritageplace.ca/en/index.aspx
Phone: 705-789-7576
Very scenic drive and lookout.
Website: https://www.algonquinhighlands.ca/dorset-lookout-tower.php
ADDRESS: 1191 Tower Road/Hwy 35
Phone: 705-766-1032
A dynamic Ski School designed to get everyone, young and old and all abilities, into watersports. Deerhurst Ski School operates out of Deerhurst Resort near Huntsville, Ontario.
Call 1-888-475-4797 to speak to one of their team members about trying out the new wakeboard park in Muskoka!
Website: https://swsmuskoka.com/waterparks/
Restaurants, Bars, Cafes & Desserts
- The Cookhouse in Dwight
- Boiler Room Tap & Grill
- Henrietta's Pine Bakery
- Muskoka on the Rocks
- 3 Guys And A Stove
- The Antler Steakhouse
- Allora
- Kawartha Dairy
- LCBO Huntsville
- LCBO Dwight
- Canvas Brewing Company
- Lake of Bays Brewing Co.
The Cookhouse Saloon is your typical roadhouse diner.
ADDRESS: 2881 ON-60, Dwight, ON P0A 1H0
Phone: 705-635-1709
A popular favourite: Boiler Room Tap & Grill is more than just a local watering hole. With seven draught taps featuring local craft beers, a selection of wines and spirits, and fresh food prepared with locally sourced ingredients, you can enjoy a cold drink on the patio in the summer and a spirit by the fireplace in the winter.
ADDRESS: 25748 Highway 35 Dwight, ON, P0A 1H0
Website: https://boilerroommuskoka.com/
Phone: 705-635-8777
For over 50 years, Henrietta’s has been a family owned and operated business. With roots based in traditional European baking, Henrietta’s believe in blending the old with new producing classic pastries with a twist.
ADDRESS: 2868 Hwy 60, Dwight Ontario
Website: https://henriettaspinebakery.ca/
Phone: 705-635-2214
Muskoka’s famous pub! Low-key pub with a patio featuring draft beer & familiar bar fare, including burgers, wings & steak.
ADDRESS: 2215 ON-60, Huntsville, ON P1H 2J6
Website: https://muskokaontherocks.ca/
Phone: 705-635-1328
Upscale classic Canadian fare, including breakfast, is served in a house
with plank walls & a patio.
ADDRESS: 143 ON-60, Huntsville, ON P1H 2K6
Website: https://3guysandastove.com/
Phone: 705-789-1815
Refined surf ‘n’ turf place at Deerhurst Resort emphasizing local ingredients.
ADDRESS: 1235 Deerhurst Dr, Huntsville, ON P1H 2E8
Website: https://deerhurstresort.com/dining/the-antler/
Phone: 1-800-461-4393
Dine-in · Takeout
ADDRESS: 19 Main St E Unit 1-1, Huntsville, ON P1H 1K4
Website: www.alloramuskoka.com
Phone: 705-789-1862
Cozy outpost of an enduring ice cream parlour chain dishing up classic & creative flavours.
ADDRESS: 178 ON-60, Huntsville, ON P1H 1G2
Phone: 705-788-0871
Instore shopping for liquor and beer
ADDRESS: 91 King William St Unit 1, Huntsville, ON P1H 1E5
Phone: 705-789-2591
Instore shopping for liquor and beer. (5 Minute Drive from Property)
ADDRESS: 25846 ON-35, Dwight, ON P0A 1H0
Phone: 705-635-2891
Canvas Brewing Co is Huntsville’s newest craft brewery, born out of a love
for the local landscape and a passion for fresh, well-made craft beer.
ADDRESS: 12 John St, Huntsville, ON P1H 1H2
Website: https://canvasbrewing.com/
Phone: 705-784-2080
Lake of Bays Brewing Company and retail store. Brewery tour available. Most importantly, the brewery has a retail store where you can find our brews on sale in bottles and in kegs.
ADDRESS: 2681 Muskoka District Road 117, Baysville, ON P0B 1A0
Website: http://www.lakeofbaysbrewing.ca/
Phone: 705-767-2313