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Winter is here, and Mother Nature is transforming before our eyes into a cozy winter wonderland! Embrace the beautiful winter months with a visit to Muskoka Lakes farm and winery, home of the Johnston Cranberries.
Located in the Muskoka region, known for its pristine lakes and lush forestry, this famous fall destination is bursting with things to do and plenty of fun waiting to be had – here are 5 of the best!
1. Skate the Ice Trail
Photo Credit: Muskoka Lakes farm and winery
If your ideal winter activity includes visiting the local ice rink, take it to the next level this year! At Muskoka Lake farm and winery, skate a fantastic 1.2-kilometre circuit surrounded by a unique setting: 12 kilometres of cranberries! Pause momentarily at the waterfall and finish with a tender glass of mulled wine! If you cannot make it during the day, try night skating!
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2. Enjoy Winter Scenery
Photo Credit: Muskoka Lakes Farm & Winery
Choose between 5 spectacular trails, uniquely varied in difficulty and length. Snowshoeing is the perfect winter activity: immerse yourself in stunning snowy scenery while getting some exercise! This year, they even have a night snowshoeing trail open on Saturdays. Grab your friends and explore 10 km of groomed trails. Rentals are available.
3. Try a Canadian Signature Experience
Bog to Bottle, certified “Canadian Signature Experience” by the Canadian Tourism Commission, is a novel experience that will expand your knowledge of Canada’s native fruit: the cranberry. Enjoy an intimate tour followed by a wine tasting with the Muskoka Lakes farm and fine wines winery!
4. Taste the seasonal goodies
Muskoka Lakes farm and winery loves to experiment with the wonderful taste of cranberries, especially through winter offerings. Choose a tasty mulled wine concocted out of Cranberry Blueberry Wine and Mrs. J’s mulled spice mix, guaranteed to warm up your soul. Or opt for a classic hot apple cider, americano, espresso or cappuccino! Indulge in the desserts, cheese choices or a hot bowl of soup.
Plan Your Trip – Winter at Johnston’s Cranberry Marsh:
Always call or check their web/social media pages to see whether conditions are ideal/trails open if you try outdoor activities.
When:
Snowshoe: Open when sufficient snow is on the ground, but conditions can vary from powder-fresh snow to hard-packed, icy patches.
Trail Hours (once operational) & Weather Permitting:
Hours Vary for activities.
- Ice Trail: weather permitting – Now Open for 2025/26 Season
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- Once open (weather permitting):11 am to 4 pm, closed Dec 24, 25
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- Snowshoe Trail: Now Open for 2025/26 Season
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- 11-4 weekdays; 10-4 weekends
- Light the Night Snowshoeing Trail: Saturday nights from 6 pm to 9 pm (weather permitting)
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- Light the Night: Saturdays, weather permitting
- Light the Night Ice Trail: Planned Launch, Dec 27, 2025
- Every Saturday night from 6 pm to 9 pm (weather permitting)
- Café and Store remain open until 9 pm
Cost:
- Winter Trail Pass – Ice & Snow: $20.00 adults, $17/U12 (midweek: $17/adult, $14/U12)
- Light the Night – Skate the Ice Trail by torchlight: $30/pp
- Snowshoe Trail Pass: $15.00 adults, $12/U12 (midweek: $12/adult, $9/U12)
- Light the Night Snowshoe Adventure: $30/pp
- Bog to Bottle Tour: $30 to $32/adult
- Cheese Fondue & Wine on the Patio:$32/adult; $35 at the Gate
- Rentals: $15/half day
- Farmer’s Sleigh Tour: $15 to 17/U12 – $18 to $20/Adult – (includes Hot Drink)
Extra at the gate.
Address & Directions:
Johnston’s Cranberry Marsh
1074 Cranberry Road, Bala
Phone: 705-762-3203
