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Muskoka Meandering

Muskoka Meandering

$65.00 CAD
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Only one trip is required per group.

* "PDF Instant Download" means the trip will be sent by email as a PDF document, and not by mail (the email is sent immediately after completing your purchase)

WHAT TO EXPECT

Muskoka Meandering is the perfect way to escape from the hustle and bustle of the city and immerse yourself in nature while enjoying delicious wines and beers, beautiful scenery and lookouts, and charming small towns.

Trip Highlights

  • Explore a cute town with a unique connection to the past
  • Scenic trails, boardwalks and lookouts
  • A dockside cafe to dip your toes in the water
  • Local winery and brewery options
  • A sunset beach spot to end the day
  • Multiple recommendations included on every stop

AVAILABLE TO DEPART

Days of the week: Wednesday through Saturday

Seasons: Mid-May to mid-October

Not recommended: Holidays, Sundays - Tuesdays, Mid-Ocober through mid-May

PLEASE NOTE

You can travel in the winter months; however, many seasonal options will be closed and some trails/lookouts are not maintained or plowed so they may be more difficult to access.

Lake reflecting blue sky and fluffy clounds
Woman packing up baked goods into a paper bag.
Woman with red hair standing in front of a dark forest.
Hiker with orange backpack walking along a forest trail.
Two people clinking wine glasses in front of a wall mural.

Itinerary

STOP 1

Grab a coffee to start your cottage country road trip before exploring one of our easy outdoor adventures. Drive time to the second stop is 20 minutes.

STOP 2

A hidden gem lookout, an easy 3-km lakeside trail or boardwalk bliss. The choice is yours! Drive time to the third stop is 15 minutes.

STOP 3

It's time for a brewery break that serves up tasty pub-fare or a seasonal docksidecafe. Drive time to the fourth stop is 10 minutes.

STOP 4

A winery with year-round activities ends your Muskoka meandering. Have some energy still? Enjoy the sunset from a little local beach.

Region

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Can depart from

Kitchener-Waterloo Area, Toronto Area, Barrie Area

Before you go

What You'll Need to Bring

  • Road Trip Snacks
  • Beach Towel
  • Cash
  • Water
  • Camera
  • Bug Spray
  • Walking Shoes
  • Ice Skates (optional)

Additional Details

  • Kid-Friendly
  • Dog-Friendly

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

We're here to help!

Please see the approximate driving distances below. Please note this just includes round-trip driving distances and not time spent at stops.

  • From Collingwood: 3 hours and 43 minutes / 288 km
  • From Barrie: 2 hours and 36 minutes / 219 km
  • From Peterborough: 4 hours and 7 minutes / 313 km
  • From Downtown Toronto: 4 hours and 45 minutes / 438 km
  • From Oakville: 4 hours and 43 minutes / 446 km
  • From Oshawa: 4 hours and 37 minutes / 334 km

This trip is best done from Wednesday - Saturday between mid-May to mid-October.

You can travel in the winter; however, many seasonal options will be closed, and some trails/lookouts are not maintained in the winter and may be difficult to access.

We recommend departing between 7:30-8:30 am. It's a long road trip, but so worth the drive!

You are able to bring your furry-friend with you for the day. There are a number of outdoor activities and a few dog-friendly food spots.

We recommended bringing up to 5 people on your surprise road trip.

If you're bringing a larger group, we highly recommend having one person in charge of booking reservations at the restaurants and attractions in advance. In your confirmation email, you'll receive a copy of the itinerary.

First Stop: No fee

Second Stop: No fee

Third Stop: No fee

Fourth Stop: $5 trail pass required at one suggestion but free options are available.

*Please note: gas, tolls, and food may be additional costs.

After booking your trip, we'll send you a confirmation email with a few recommended accommodation options.