All Blog Entries by Royal LePage Lakes of Muskoka

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One of the best things about living in and visiting Muskoka is enjoying some of Ontario's most breathtaking natural landscapes. Explore your adventurous side by hiking, biking or skiing through the captivating wilderness within our provincial parks. Rampant with various wildlife, there is no place better to experience all that is Muskoka. Let’s look at Hardy Lake Provincial Park.

Though small in size, covering an area of only 8.08 kilometers squared, just east of Torrance, Ontario, Hardy Lake Provincial Park is a true gem among local parks. While it is a non-operating park, which means there is no biking or camping, and it has neither facilities nor staff, it remains one of the most popular parks in the area.

Hardy Lake Park is home to, you

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 Muskoka has some of Ontario's most beautiful natural landscapes. Locals and visitors alike enjoy exploring our little piece of cottage country. Here, outdoor enthusiasts partake in fun outdoor activities on snow-covered trails while taking in breathtaking nature and abundant wildlife.

Cottage country boasts several unique provincial parks just waiting to be visited. Let’s take a look at Arrowhead Park.

Arrowhead Park is one of the most delightful outdoor attractions in the Huntsville area. Covering an area of over 12 square km and full of exciting outdoor activities all year round, this destination is a must-see. You might even come back a day or so later to check out all you missed on your first visit.

Arrowhead is a great place to unplug

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One of the best things about living in and visiting the Muskoka area is enjoying some of Ontario's most beautiful natural landscapes. Immerse yourself in the wilds of cottage country and unleash your adventurous side as you explore some of Ontario’s best parks.

Cottage country boasts several unique provincial parks just waiting to be explored. Let’s take a look at Ragged Falls Provincial Park.

Ragged Falls Park is a small, day-use park on the outskirts of Algonquin Park that operates from mid-May to mid-October. It features a hiking trail only one kilometre long but ends with a breathtaking glimpse of Ragged Falls. The falls are especially beautiful “in the winter when some parts are frozen, and other parts are still flowing,” as discovered

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One of the best things about living in and visiting the Muskoka area is enjoying some of Ontario's most beautiful natural landscapes. What better way to unleash your adventurous side than to explore a selection of Ontario’s best parks? While Limberlost Forest and Wildlife Reserve isn’t technically a park, it is a wildlife marvel that should top anyone’s must-see list. 

The Limberlost Wildlife Reserve is a year-round wilderness reserve encompassing twenty private lakes and spanning 10,000+ acres of mixed forest. Located just outside Huntsville, Ontario, the reserve’s trails are ideally suited for hiking, biking, skiing and snowshoeing –– all free of charge. It is truly “one of the most pristine wildernesses out Algonquin Park,” says Broker Jay

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One of the best things about living in and visiting the Muskoka area is enjoying some of Ontario's most beautiful natural landscapes. What better way to unleash your adventurous side than to explore a selection of Ontario’s best parks? Immerse yourself in the wilds of cottage country as you partake in great hiking trails, cycling, swimming, and the breathtaking nature and wildlife around you.

Cottage country boasts several unique provincial parks just waiting to be explored. Let’s take a look at Algonquin Park.

As one of the largest provincial parks in Ontario, measuring over 7,600 square kilometers, (or 2.946 square miles), Algonquin Park is a wonderful place that offers enjoyment for everyone, no matter the season. From canoeing, swimming and

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You hear, “Coldest Night of the Year,” and you immediately think about turning your thermostat up for the night. This Coldest Night of the Year (CNOY) is a national fundraising event coming to our local communities on February 25, 2023.

The Coldest Night of the Year walk supports local charities across Canada, including food banks and shelters. The Table Soup Kitchen Foundation in Huntsville and Gravenhurst Against Poverty have been a part of the fundraiser for several years, and they are gearing up for another year. By participating each year, both foundations are doing their part to raise awareness of meaningful causes.

Helping our communities wherever possible is necessary, as homelessness and hunger often go unnoticed in smaller towns. This

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Walker Lake map with geographic details and lake statsWelcome to Walker Lake. Located just 15 km from the town of Huntsville, Walker Lake is truly remarkable. The lake may not be massive, but its size does nothing to detract from its quiet beauty. What could be better than waking up next to this tranquil, family friendly lake, sipping your morning coffee and taking in the sights and sounds from your outdoor deck?

The natural boat launch is suitable for small boats, canoes and kayaks, and can be found on the southwestern tip of the lake on Walker Lake Drive. Unlike several other lakes in the region, motorized boats are free to roam the waters of Walker Lake; however, speed is restricted to 12 km/hr. The lake is extremely popular for fishing, and anglers in the area report this lake as the ideal

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Welcome to Butterfly Lake; a tranquil lake just minutes from Port Carling. The lake is easy to find, located at the intersection of Highway 118 West and Muskoka District Road 169.

Summer may be over, but Butterfly Lake is still the ideal place to relax and enjoy the beauty of Muskoka. While you may not lay back on your private dock, soaking up the sun’s rays during the day, but you can still put on a light sweater and hang out on the dock admiring the scenery. And the nights aren’t yet cold enough to stop you from gathering around the fit pit in the evening with your friends and family to enjoy a nice cold beverage. You will appreciate the peace and quiet that Butterfly Lake offers its visitors. The area is full of wildlife and natural breathtaking

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Welcome to Bernard Lake. You may have heard of it referred to as Lake Bernard as well. Regardless of what you call it, Bernard Lake is an oddity among Muskoka lakes. Located near Burk’s Falls and on the shores of Sundridge. it is one of the larger freshwater lakes without an island. Large in comparison to the majority of Ontario’s thousands of lakes, it is also surprising that Bernard Lake is not connected to any other lake. 

A large portion of this lake features sandy shores and shallow waters; and the beautifully clear water makes this lake a pleasure to swim in. So grab your swimsuit and jump into the waters of Checkerboard Beach. For the more adventurous sort, grab your snorkel and discover what’s underneath the surface of the water. Or

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Welcome to Three Mile Lake. If you are experiencing the sense of deja-vu, don’t worry. We have mentioned Three Mile Lake before. This time, we are talking about Three Mile Lake - Muskoka Lakes, not to be confused with the other two lakes, (one in Armour, and the other southeast of Gravenhurst). This Three Mile Lake is nestled between Rosseau, 24 kilometres to the north, and Port Carling, 20 kilometres to the south. It has a surface area of 8.7 square kilometres, and a shoreline perimeter of over 31 kilometres. The lake’s unique shape and its rugged beauty are what keep visitors coming back year after year.

Activities at Three Mile Lake are not hard to come by. For you boat lovers out there, the lake allows motorized vehicles and the public

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