By car

Car travel is the most popular way to reach Muskoka. It is on the 45th parallel, approximately 200 km north of Toronto. Take Highway 400 north through Barrie and continue north up Highway 11 in the direction of North Bay. In the summer, Highway 400 and the two northern highways (Hwys 11 and 69) will always be packed heading north on a Friday and south on a Sunday. Dual lanes in each direction have eased the traffic in the past few years, however on 'long weekends' (Victoria Day, Canada Day, Ontario Civic Holiday and Labour Day), travel to Muskoka is always busy and can take several hours from the Toronto area.

By bus

The Greyhound bus does have limited service to and from Bracebridge. It is possible to travel by bus from Barrie (and in turn, Toronto), North Bay, and Parry Sound. Ontario Northland may also pick up some of the schedule. It is advisable to check the services offered through their websites.

By train

Ontario Northland Rail Service provides daily service from Toronto to Northbay and stops in Bracebridge on the way. It is advisable to check schedules prior to departure since the train runs on designated CN rail lines and often stops to let freight go by above Huntsville.

Wilson's Falls Trail, Resource Management Centre Walking & Cross Country Ski Trail, The Lady Muskoka Steamship, Woodchester Villa (Octagon House), Santa's Village and Sportsland

Wilson's Falls Trail

(from Hwy 11 turn on to Pine Street from Taylor Road at the lights by the Baptist Church, follow Pine to the end and turn right on Dawson Crescent and left on Rogers Road) offers a 7.5km easy to moderate hiking trail and is one of many beautiful trails in the area.

Resource Management Centre Walking & Cross Country Ski Trail

(Travel North on Hwy 11 past the Cedar Lane overpass; it is approximately a 5 minute drive past that point. The turn off to the Ministry of Natural Resources (MNR) trails is heavily signed on the highway so you cannot miss it! When pulling off the highway, make sure you stay to your left which proceeds into the parking lot) offers more stunning natural beauty regardless of the season. Bring your showshoes or cross-country skis in the winter.

The Lady Muskoka Steamship

Situated in picturesque Bracebridge, "the Heart of Muskoka", the 300 Passenger Lady Muskoka offers an incredible sightseeing opportunity. The "Lady" is 104 ft. long, 24 ft. wide, fully-carpeted and has been thoroughly renovated. The ship is handicapped accessible and has a children's play area.

Woodchester Villa (Octagon House)

Visit one of Canada's only octagon shaped houses, located up the hill fro Bracebridge falls, and built in the 1870s.

The downtown area also boasts many small shops along the main street and a small park at the centre of town.

Santa's Village and Sportsland

open year round, is a popular destination for families. Younger children can visit Santa and participate in age-oriented fun, while teenagers can enjoy go-karting, mini-golf, batting cages, Laser Tag, and video arcade at the same location. Day, weekend, week, and season passes are available on-site.

January - April
August - November

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