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COME FOR THE WINTER GAMES STAY FOR THE MUSKOKA EXPERIENCE PLAY RELAX SAVOUR DISCOVER YOUR MUSKOKA EXPERIENCE STARTS HERE... Scroll down to see what Muskoka has to offer. PLAY There is something for everyone in Muskoka’s winter playground.You can hit the slopes at Hidden Valley, or skate through the forest at Arrowhead Provincial Park. Summertime hiking paths are transformed into scenic wintry trails for cross-country skiing and snowshoeing.You might even linger long enough to star-gaze at the Torrance Barrens Dark Sky Preserve! Ice-fishing huts are available at some of the lakeside resorts, as well as cleared skating rinks. You can register with Muskoka Outfitters and learn how to climb the frozen waterfalls, or rent snow bikes (with fat tires) for winter cycling.Try out dog-sledding, book a horse-drawn sleigh ride, or don your skis and team up with a husky for skijoring. RELAX Muskoka’s prime resorts offer luxury and comfort in tranquil spa settings with highly trained staff and a full menu of tempting treatments. They can customize a package for your individual needs and help you relax and rejuvenate. There are also many private spas throughout Muskoka ready to pamper you with a manicure, pedicure, or facial treatment. And the perfect ending to any evening? Curl up in front of a roaring fire, maybe with a good book or a glass of wine, and just take it easy. SAVOUR With so many small farms throughout Muskoka, and resorts that attract first-class chefs, it is no surprise that they teamed up through a grassroots organization, Savour Muskoka, to present fine quality local fare. Many pubs and restaurants serve special craft brews created by Muskoka’s brewmasters, and local chefs are proud to incorporate Muskoka’s greens, vegetables, maple syrup, and cranberries into their menus. Hearty soups and homemade breads are a staple, both in the area’s small cafes and the resort dining rooms. Imaginative food options that tempt your palate are the trademark of Muskoka’s hospitality. DISCOVER Muskoka is accustomed to providing its visitors with many things to do and see. Interesting and informative tours are available at Rich Hill Candles, Muskoka Brewery, and Lake of Bays Breweries. Johnston’s Cranberry Farm in Bala rents snowshoes for a trek through the cranberry trails, followed by a fireside wine-and-cheese tasting at the Winery. Muskoka’s wintry beauty entices many artists to capture its breathtaking scenery, and numerous art galleries and private studios welcome guests yearround. (A comprehensive list is available at MuskokaArtsAndCrafts.com.) COME FOR THE WINTER GAMES STAY FOR THE MUSKOKA EXPERIENCE These are just some of the activities and amenities available in Muskoka in the winter season. More details can be accessed through our regional tourism organization (ExplorersEdge.ca) and Muskoka Tourism (DiscoverMuskoka.ca). Equipment may be available at some of the hotels or resorts, or rented through local suppliers such as Muskoka Outfitters or Algonquin Outfitters.