Embracing Winter in Muskoka | Our Top 3 Things to Do
March 9, 2020
Well… March is upon us which means Spring is right around the corner, but there is still plenty of time to have some winter fun. Whether you are looking to overcome the winter blahs or wanting to take advantage of March Break activities with your kids, there is something here for everyone.
We have lived in Muskoka for 30+ years and we fully embrace every season. We want to share the inside scoop with you about the very best winter activities and attractions that you simply cannot miss this year. It wasn’t easy but we narrowed it down to our top 3 favourite things to do in the winter in Muskoka, here we go!
Arrowhead Provincial Park in Huntsville hosts many fun outdoor activities all year long, but we think that it is the absolute best in the wintertime. Arrowhead is best known for its 1.3 km ice skating trail which leads skaters through the beautiful snow covered forest. This unique attraction brings in thousands of visitors every year from far and wide, it is something you definitely need to experience with the whole family.
Arrowhead also has amazing cross-country skiing and snowshoeing trails, all fully groomed and maintained. Snowshoeing is perfect if you are looking for a more leisurely winter experience.
Insider Tip:
If you don't have your own equipment but still want to join in on the winter fun you can rent equipment at the park. Skates, snowshoes and ski rentals can be rented for a fee at Arrowhead's newly built visitors centre.
The Muskoka Maple Trail this year starts on March 13th and runs until April 24th. We honestly can't wait for this one since we love the delectable taste of local maple syrup, it’s a staple in our house!
The Muskoka Maple Trail is a large event that happens throughout Muskoka and includes sugarbush tours, pancake breakfasts, special maple inspired culinary offerings and more. Popular eateries such as Deerhurst Resort, The Pasta Shoppe, and Whimsical Bakery will all be serving featured menu items made with maple syrup. Local breweries and wineries such as Lake of Bays Brewing, Sawdust City Brewing, and Muskoka Lakes Winery will also be crafting their own maple infused beverages.
Do you know how maple syrup is made? It is a very interesting process and takes a lot of work to produce top quality maple syrup. We highly recommend checking out the various sugarbush tours around Muskoka to see first hand how maple syrup goes from a tree in the woods to sweet syrup on your plate. Sugarbush Hill Maple Farm and Maple Bluff Farm located in Huntsville, and Sweetwater Maple Syrup located in Bracebridge will be offering fun and educational experiences for the whole family.
If you are looking for a more thrilling winter activity, the hills at Hidden Valley Highlands and Ski Area offer some real adventure and excitement. Our family grew up skiing at Hidden Valley and spent many days enjoying the winter season on those hills. The great thing about Hidden Valley is there are hills ideal for beginners as well as advanced slopes for the more experienced skiers and snowboarders.
Every year we make sure to get out on the slopes, and this year will be extra special as we will be introducing our adventurous granddaughter to the sport. We couldn’t be more excited to pass along this family tradition!
If your kids are curious about getting into skiing or want to gain more experience, Hidden Valley is hosting 3-day March Break training camps for kids aged 3 to 14 years old.
Fun fact!
Dolf worked as a Ski Patroller at Hidden Valley for over 20 years and our children even worked there too. So we truly know those hills like the back of our hand, and we still love going back year after year!
Now you are in the ‘know’ about the best winter things to do in Muskoka… come on out and embrace winter to the fullest! If you decide to explore the trails at Arrowhead Park, snack on some tasty maple treats during the Muskoka Maple Trail, or have family fun on the slopes at Hidden Valley we hope you have a blast.
We want to know!
What winter activities do you enjoy the most? Have you already explored any of these popular winter attractions and have stories to share?
We would love to hear about it, we welcome you to share your pictures and stories of your favourite Muskoka winter activities and attractions with us on social media.
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