Contact the Front Desk for more information.
January to March - weather and ice conditions permitting
ON SITE OUTDOOR FUN
Snow Shoeing
Conquer the snow as the pioneers did as you trek across Lake Muskoka! With plenty of room on the resort and local trails also close by, strap on a pair of shoes and enjoy a leisurely stroll or a vigorous cardio workout. Snow Shoes are provided complimentary.
Touchstone Resort Snowshoeing: https://www.facebook.com/touchstoneresort/photos/a.223440824484108/1673736402787869Bracebridge Resource Management Centre: https://www.muskokatrailscouncil.com/trailguide/town-of-bracebridge/Algonquin Park Showshoe Tours: https://www.algonquinparkcanoetrips.com/algonquin-park-snowshoe-tour.html
Ice Skating
Get ready for a friendly game of pick up shinny! Each winter, we embrace winter and clear the snow for a perfect Ice Rink! At our Grand Muskokan Cottages, the beach and shallow waters is the perfect place for our Ice Rink. Join family and friends to either learn how to skate or bring back that good ole feeling of outdoor skating. Please bring your own ice skates and/or hockey gear.
Touchstone Ice Rink: https://www.facebook.com/touchstoneresort/videos/1889089114578479 Cranberry Ice Track: https://cranberry.ca/johnstons-cranberry-marsh/ice-trail/Hanna Park Skating Trail: https://www.facebook.com/hannaparkskate/?hc_ref=SEARCH
Bonfires
Enjoy tranquility at its best with bonfire locations down at the Grand Muskokan Beach or at the Main Lodge, every Friday & Saturday night. Marshmallows and roasting sticks are provided upon request. Not here during the weekend? Just ask Front Desk/Guest Services for a mid-week bonfire any time!
Touchstone Resort Bonfires: https://www.touchstoneresort.com/muskoka-resorts/play
OFF SITE ADVENTURES
Immerse yourself in Muskoka beauty by heading out on the local trails this weekend. The Bracebridge Resource Management Centre is located just a few minutes north of the Cedar Lane exit, on Highway 11, and contains a series of groomed cross-country ski and snowshoeing trails. These trails are free to use and are open seven days a week.
Skate on a 1.2 km loop around 12 acres of cranberries. With forest on one side and cranberry beds on the other, this is a one-of-a-kind experience.
Bracebridge Festival & Events
Bracebridge offers fun events throughout the year! For winter fun, Fire & Ice Festival is back! January 27th, 2024. Fire and Ice Festival (fireandicebracebridge.com)
For more information and festivals and events throughout the year, please visit Festivals and Events - Town of Bracebridge
Arrowhead Ice Skating Trail - Huntsville
Named as one of the Top 50 Canadian Winter Experiences, Arrowhead Ice Skating Trail is a breathtaking 1.3 trail that winds through the forest.
Please note that Arrowhead Provincial Park can get extremely busy during peak times (the weekend) and often reaches capacity. Plan ahead and check @ArroPark on Twitter for real-time capacity updates. Mid-week is often the best time to visit.
For more information and to pre-book, please click here.
Dog Sled Adventures! - Huntsville
North Ridge Ranch in Huntsville provides half day tours and one hour tours most days throughout the winter season. Book early, these dog sledding trips fill up fast once the snow starts to fly!
Contact North Ridge Ranch for more information.
Cross Country Skiing
Muskoka is a winter wonderland with frozen lakes and access to local trails. Own skiis required.
Limberlost Ski Trails: https://limberlostforest.com/activities/ski-trails/Algonquin Park Ski Trails: https://algonquinpark.on.ca/visit/recreational_activites/skiing-in-algonquin-park.phpBracebridge Ski Trails: https://mtc.mosaicmediagroup.com/trailguides/bracebridgetrailsForest Centre Cross Country Ski Trails: https://algonquinhighlands.ca/ski-snowshoe-trails.php
Hiking / Walking
Bracebridge Resource Management Centre - Located on the east side of Highway #11, just north of #117 exit, there is 8 km of groomed cross country ski trails, or hiking trails in the summer months. Features attractive wooded areas, nature viewing and scenic vistas along Muskoka River. Ample parking is available.
Find Your Wild: https://findyourwild.lifeEcho Valley Nature Trails: https://facilities.lakeofbays.on.caArrowhead Provincial Park: https://www.ontarioparks.com/park/arrowhead
(January to March)
Ice Fishing
Lake Muskoka is celebrated as one of the finest fishing destinations for all seasons. Equipment and permit required.
Ask Front Desk for details.
Muskoka Stay N Play: https://www.muskokastaynplaytours.comMuskoka Shores Ice Hut Rentals: http://muskokashorescottages.com/Fishing/Ice-Fishing/
(January to March dependant of Ice Conditions)
Downhill Skiing
Hidden Valley Highlands Ski Area is located just east of Huntsville, only 45 minutes from Touchstone
Click here to visit their website
