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Gravenhurst, Gateway to Muskoka
Receiving its name and a
post office in 1862, considered the gateway to the region of Muskoka,
Gravenhurst welcomes visitors with a huge archway to the city.
History, culture and scenic beauty combine to make Gravenhurst
a must-visit town in Muskoka.
Known as the first town in Muskoka, Gravenhurst is a picturesque
resort town. Wilderness hiking trails, luxurious resorts, lavish
restaurants, artisan colonies, charming boutiques, old-time farmers’
markets. A four-season destination community, 400-plus kms of
well-maintained snowmobile trails.
Cruise with North America’s oldest operating steamship,
the Segwun. This elegant vessel is the jewel of Gravenhurst, offering
majestic views of Lake Muskoka with June to October tours. Experience
the charm of Gravenhurst, the Gateway to Muskoka.
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Bracebridge, Heart of Muskoka
- located half way between the equator and the North Pole,
on the 45th parallel.
Previously called North Falls, received its name in 1864 when the
post office opened, a beautiful town sitting on a hill. Canada’s
waterfall capital, Bracebridge sits in the midst of 22 waterfalls,
possessing the most of any Canadian municipality. A pioneer in the
development, at the foot of the falls, is the hydroelectric power
plant, the first community in Ontario to have its own hydroelectric
plant, the oldest in Canada. Visitors can get a panoramic view of
the Muskoka River and a peek at some spectacular cottages aboard
the Lady Muskoka, a passenger tour boat that seats more than 300.
A vital town that is alive with activities and events to suit every
interest. Situated on the beautiful Muskoka River in a natural wooded
setting, Santa's Village a place that can be enjoyed by the entire
family. The Festival of the Falls, held at the beginning of May,
celebrating the significance of the falls with the progression of
Bracebridge.
J just the town to be discovered on foot, the main street filled
with shops, services, and restaurants, many with vintage architectural
amazement. At night, distinctive colourful lighting borders the
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Huntsville
is the gateway to the world-famous Algonquin Park. Only
on foot or by canoe discovers the interior of Algonquin, a rugged
landscape of maple trees, spruce bogs, rocky ridges and thousands
of lakes, ponds and streams. Surrounded by four tranquil lakes,
Muskoka's northernmost town is Huntsville, a picturesque spot. Muskoka
Heritage Place takes visitors on a pleasant trip into the past,
a 55-acre pioneer village with several nature trails and an interactive
look at life in the late 1800s. Genuine pioneer dwellings from throughout
Muskoka, including a working sawmill, blacksmith shop and general
store, and farm animals complete this living museum.
As Muskoka’s northern town, Huntsville is a popular four-season
vacationland in the heart of cottage country. These resorts, among
Canada’s finest, now boast the latest in facilities and services.
Historic downtown Huntsville has over 120 shops, cafes and services
with small-town appeal. Huntsville Place Mall has over 30 businesses.
Recreational and wilderness camping is available at nearby Arrowhead
Provincial Park and world famous Algonquin Provincial Park. Local
outfitters can provide everything you need for a few days of canoeing,
camping and more. Quickly becoming the key destination for golf
in Ontario with five local courses, this town offers something for
everyone. Winter is fantastic, including downhill skiing, day or
night, cross-country skiing, snow-tubing, snowmobiling, sleigh rides
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Muskoka Lakes
is the ideal location for a delightful escape with
endless blue lakes, limitless islands and stretches of sandy beaches,
winding roads and quaint towns amid clear lakes make Muskoka Lakes
Township a popular summer destination. Several lakeside communities
are a returning recreation destination for tourists, cottagers and
residents.
Port Carling is a wonderful village situated along the India River,
which connects lakes Muskoka and Rosseau. The town’s well-known
history in Muskoka’s boat building, with this heritage proudly
displayed at Muskoka Lakes Museum along with the district’s
largest collection of Native artifacts. Kept busy are the Port Carling
Locks by the steady stream of boats traveling the Lakes of Muskoka.
Cranberry capital of Ontario, Bala built around the junction of
Lake Muskoka and the Moon River, an energetic tourist town. Bala's
scenic beauty includes two waterfalls, bridges, hiking trails and
beaches, nature on the doorstep and plenty of recreational activities
to keep you busy .
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The
Township of Lake of Bays is located in the northeast corner
of Muskoka. The scenery is romantic, with steep wooded hills falling
to sandy shorelines.
Lake of Bays is the second largest lake in Muskoka with over 550
kilometers of panoramic shoreline. Beautiful Lake of Bays invites
exploration at any time of the year. Enjoy a complete range
of year-round activities as the rolling land challenges hikers,
cyclists, mountain bikers, snowmobiles, snow boarders. Alternatively,
simply unwind on a quiet relaxing getaway. Dorset is famous for
its Lookout Tower offering breathtaking views of the surrounding
area, stunning scenery to enjoy the Fall Colours.
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