A province full of lakes to visit for anyone looking for beautiful views and lots of relaxation. Lake Muskoka is a two-hour drive from Toronto and is a true natural paradise.
The Canadian province ofOntario is rich in stretches of water, including the Muskoka Lake. Fed by the Moon River to the east, connected to Mirror Lake and Rosseau Lake to the north, which in turn is connected to Lake Joseph through the Indian River.
Muskoka Lake Ontario: Why Visit It
A two hour drive from Toronto, the Muskoka Lake is a destination for vacationers who head to this natural paradise to disconnect from the daily frenzy, to savor its delicacies or to get married in a fairytale setting. The ideal period to admire the foliage is between the last two weeks of September and the first two of October, but it is a suitable destination for every season.
There are several municipalities that overlook it: Gravenhurst, Muskoka Lakes, Bracebridge, Huntsville, Georgian Bay and Lake of Bays. Each of these locations has its own traditions and natural attractions not to be missed. Let's see them in detail.
Gravenhurst: gate to Muskoka
Gravenhurst is known as the gate to Muskoka. A place closely linked to its history. A part of it, the RMS Segwun vaporetto for one hundred and thirty years it has served this part of the lake, becoming one of the oldest steamers that sail in the waters of North America. Originally, visitors and vacationers reached the cottages by sailing across the lake by vaporetto, starting from Muskoka Wharf, which still maintains a path that follows the shoreline. Don't forget, if you visit Gravenhurst, to go through downtown and from Gravenhurst Opera House.
In the municipality of Muskoka Lakes, there are naturalistic wonders such as Torrance Barrens, which at the end of the nineties was named a nature reserve. The appointment is due to its geological characteristics, which allow you to have a XNUMX degree view of the sky, so much so that it deserves the appointment of the first Dark Sky by the Royal Astronomical Society of Canada.
Here you can also spot the Eastern bluebird, a blue bird; the Cooper hawk and a rare type of lizard, lo bandaged skink.
For lovers of climbing, do not miss the Hardy Rock Lookout trails; as well as, in the winter months, paths for snowmobiles, walks with snowshoes, skiing and skating.
Bracebridge: a historic district
For restaurants and shops with a familiar flavor, Bracebridge is for you. Here, too, the historic district, the bay and the waterfalls are worth a visit.
Huntsville: sports and events
If you are looking for unique events, go to Huntsville. Here you can attend the international triathlon, participate in bicycle tours; attend marathons with musical accompaniment, hockey torneys, winter carnival, parades and races with motorized tanks. For those looking for observation points, go to Lion's Lookout.
Georgian Bay and Lake of Bays
Swept by the wind that moves the branches of the white pines, Island National Park is located in Georgian Bay. Here, in addition to indulging in traditional water activities, you can moor your boat and go hiking. The northernmost municipality is Lake of Bays, adjacent to Algonquin Park, a destination suitable for every season.
Here the three communities of Baysville, Dorset e Dwight.
Since food remains the best leitmotif for creating memories, venture into culinary trial, to be done at local farms and diners.
