Muskoka District Nature Trails
Welcome to Muskoka District!
Welcome to Muskoka, a land of clear, sparkling lakes and rivers, fresh pine scented air, and outcroppings of granite among lush, green forests. It is an area where vast and unspoiled nature awaits discovery as well as active urban centres, each one unique, offering residents the charm of yesterday and the modern services of today. Whatever your activity, boating, golfing, skiing, snowmobiling or enjoying a beautiful sunset, Muskoka provides its residents with a healthy lifestyle in a uniquely beautiful setting.
The District of Muskoka extends from the shores of Georgian Bay in the west to Algonquin Park in the east; north past the Town of Huntsville and south to the Trent-Severn inland waterway. In all, it includes some 4,761 square kilometres dotted with more than 600 pristine lakes. Muskoka takes pride in its legacy of a predominantly forested landscape that supports diverse and functioning ecosystems including lakes, wetlands, forests, barrens and open fields. Interspersed in the natural setting are small to mid-sized communities and rural and waterfront development that provide a range of economic opportunities and lifestyle options. Due to the large proportion of seasonal residents, Muskoka is able to offer the amenities of a large metropolitan city and the attractive lifestyle of a small community with virtually no crime, surrounded by the natural beauty of the Canadian Shield. Imagine no traffic jams, short commutes, even walking through forests or along waterfronts and trails to work.
You will find some of the best hiking and nature trails in Ontario right here in Muskoka District.
For more information please visit: https://www.muskoka.on.ca/en/index.aspx
Cross Family Nature Reserve
Located in Bracebridge, adjacent to a birding hotspot known as the Henry Marsh, the Cross Family Nature Reserve contains a creek that is the outflow from the marsh. The property is home to species at risk and the donors had a deep desire to maintain the property in...DEVIL’S GAP TRAIL
An original colonization route between Gravenhurst and Torrance. Beaver dams, expanses of Canadian Shield, vast marshland and open meadows. Local folklore has it that a farmer who was traveling the old colonization road with a wagon & a team of oxen became stuck....DORSET TOWER LOOKOUT TRAIL
DORSET TOWER LOOKOUT TRAIL With a breathtaking 360 degree view, the observation deck of this historic tower stands 142 metres (465 feet) above Lake of Bays. The Dorset Tower is both a great attraction and a historical landmark. It was built in 1967 on the site of the...Dorset Village Walking Trail
The Dorset Village Walking Trail is a gentle stroll through the community of Dorset. Enjoy the view of the river, the pleasures of a small town and time spent at the various water access points along the route. The community welcomes this trail as they invite you to...Dyer Memorial Nature Reserve
The Dyer Memorial Nature Reserve was donated in 2010 by the Dyer Estate Corporation and the Trustees for the Dyer Memorial Trust. The property includes a memorial site with a two acre private cemetery and 42 foot monument in memory of Betsy and Clifton Dyer who were...ECHO VALLY NATURE & BIKE TRAILS
ECHO VALLY 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...FAIRY VISTA TRAIL
The Fairy Vista Trail is an all-season trail travelling through fields, forests and wetlands. This trail is for all types of recreational activity with the exception that NO motorized vehicles are permitted. The trail runs parallel to Highway 60 through fields with...GEORGIAN BAY ISLANDS NATIONAL PARKS TRAILS
Beausoleil Island Trails All park trails are found on Beausoleil Island. The Park offers many hiking trails ranging from short easy strolls to more demanding hikes. All trails allow visitors to enjoy the scenic beauty of the park and provide opportunities to view park...Gibson Lake Trail
Gibson Lake Trail parallels the South Gibson Lake road from Highway 400 to the small parking area just east of Hungry Bay Rd. The trail is an easy 10 km hike that passes wetland habitat and through mixed forest cover. You can return to your vehicle by the same route...