One Day Trips - Barrie

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Doors Open Ontario 2026: See Unique Buildings & Museums For Free

Explore Ontarios fascinating heritage sites! Free weekend events across the province from April to October, featuring historical, natural & cultural treasures, family activities and more.

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Explore Windy Lake Provincial Park: A Year-Round Nature Gem Near Sudbury

One of the easiest ways to escape the city of Sudbury this summer is with a trip to Windy Lake Provincial Park. The park provides close beach… Read more »

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Ontario Road Trip: Explore Waterfalls of Owen Sound and Grey County

Following the waterfalls of Grey County is one of the best ways to tour the county. This road trip will bring you across nearly the entire county and includes a wide variety of waterfall types, heights, widths, and power. Below is a north-to-south tour suggestion for starting your trip in Owen Sound, which covers almost 130km.

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Bonnechere Provincial Park: Reasons Why This Hidden Gem Near Ottawa is Worth the Trip

Bonnechere Provincial Park offers a perfect blend of nature, history, and recreation. Enjoy sandy beaches on Round Lake, hike the interpretive Footprints in Time Trails, or bike between campgrounds. Learn about Indigenous and pioneer history at the Visitor Centre. Canoe, kayak, or fish along the scenic Bonnechere River, and explore diverse wildlife in quiet oxbows. With boat rentals, shaded picnic spots, and rich cultural heritage, it’s an ideal destination for both relaxation and discovery.

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Spring into Fun at Bronte Creek Provincial Park – Maple Syrup Festival, Hikes and More

One of the easiest ways to get out of the city – whether it be Toronto, the GTA, or Hamilton- and on the trails this winter/spring is… Read more »

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Wasaga Beach Provincial Park – A Picturesque Winter Escape With Frozen Shores and Snowy Trails

When the snow or ice covers the long stretch of sand across the park, the Wasaga Beach area becomes a picturesque winter scene with frozen formations along the shores.

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Seguin Sled Dog Mail Run & More: This Ontario Township Offers a Perfect Canadian Heritage Winter Getaway

The township of Seguin is surrounded by a variety of wilderness landscapes. From the Georgian Bay shores to Algonquin Provincial Park and the surrounding Muskoka region, Seguin… Read more »

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30+ Maple Farms and Sugar Shacks to Visit in Ontario

Observing real maple syrup production is a truly Canadian experience. As the winter weather begins to warm, treat yourself and the whole family to the sweet freshness of maple syrup. Here are 25 maple farms, sugar shacks and pancake houses to visit in Ontario.

Venture out into the beautiful countryside and learn about how syrup is made by visiting one of the 25 maple sugar shacks in Ontario. Enjoy connecting with wildlife while tasting one of nature’s sweetest treats!

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Winter Fun in Silent Lake Provincial Park – Adventures to Make the Best of Your Winter Trip

The smaller parks of central and eastern provincial parks are, for the most part, seasonal parks. While many of the area’s Provincial Parks are closed or limited… Read more »

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Snowshoe Southern Ontario’s Longest Suspension Bridge & More: Reasons to Visit Scenic Cave Adventures in Winter

During winter, southern Ontario’s Scenic Cave Adventures transforms into the Scenic Caves Nordic Centre. The park, located on a high part of the Niagara Escarpment near the… Read more »

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Guide: 10 of the Best Ontario Towns & Cities For a Winter Getaway

Booking a winter getaway in Ontario could include a huge array of fun. Whether you’re more of the adventurous type, an outdoors person, someone who likes to find the local shops, or someone who enjoys all of the above, there is a destination on this list for you. We’ve included Ontario’s smaller towns, cities, and some of the quintessential winter-in-Ontario-experiences.

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Places to Go Snow Tubing in Ontario

Snow tubing is a fun and safe way to enjoy the thrills of snowy hills, offering outdoor excitement for the whole family. There are plenty of elevated… Read more »

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25 Coolest Outdoor Ice Skating Trails in Ontario – 2025/26 Season Hours and Fees

Sharpen your skates, and checkout some of Ontario’s best ice skating trails this winter.

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1.2 Km Illuminated Ice Skating Trail at Ontario’s Cranberry Marsh Opens For 2026 Winter Season

The 1.2 km long skating trail over the famous cranberry bog in Bala will open on Dec 27, 2025, for night skating. Home of Johnston Cranberries, Muskoka… Read more »

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25 Ontario Provincial Parks to Visit During Winter

If you enjoy bundling up, getting some fresh air and challenging yourself, then read on for a list of Ontario provincial parks that remain open over the winter and offer invigorating winterized activities, no matter your particular level of experience. Come along and experience the great outdoors even in the winter months!

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Experience Every Season at Oxtongue River-Ragged Falls Provincial Park: From Fiery Autumn Colours to Winter’s Frozen Cascades

The Oxtongue River–Ragged Falls Provincial Park is a hidden gem near Algonquin’s west gate, offering a breathtaking glimpse of Ontario’s rugged beauty. Visitors can hike the short 1 km trail to view the roaring Ragged Falls, one of Ontario’s top waterfalls. Each season transforms the scenery, from lush summer greens to vibrant fall colours and icy winter cascades.

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Explore the Haunting Legends of Niagara’s Screaming Tunnel This Halloween

Imagine standing in the middle of a tunnel cloaked in nothing but darkness. You’re holding a single burning match, and then you hear it… the hairs on… Read more »

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2025 Halloween Haunted Attractions, Farms and Night Mazes in Ontario

Embrace a chilling journey this Halloween, where the unexpected lurks around every shadowy corner of our eerie farms and terrifying haunts. Sinister surprises, bewildering mysteries, and heart-pounding thrills await those daring enough to venture into the spooky realms where normality twists into the grotesquely unearthly. Dare you enter?

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Ontario Fall Road Trip – Explore Lake of Bays on a Scenic Drive

Take the roughly 80km journey around central Ontario’s Lake of Bays this fall. The Lake of Bays Scenic Drive is arguably best during the fall season. The Scenic Drive is a loop around Lake of Bays using Highway 35, 117 and Muskoka District Road 2 and 9. Along the journey are several interesting stops, including the three larger communities on the lake: Baysville, Dorset, and Dwight.

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Bracebridge Waterfall Tours: A Scenic Road Trip to Muskoka’s Heart

The small town of Bracebridge in central Ontario is at the heart of the Muskoka Region. Not only that, but the town also lies on the banks… Read more »

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Must Visit Ontario Provincial Parks For Fall Colour Day Trips and Weekend Getaways

Ontario Park’s fall scenery offers varied views, from north to south, east to west, and between the Great Lakes. The trees are mature and varied! In most locations, the colours will span all fall hues like gold or yellow, orange, red, and each shade in between.

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Why You Should Visit Bancroft During Fall – Adventures and Festivals

Hastings County is a beautiful part of Ontario that you should visit during the fall season. With sprawling forests, expansive lakes, and culturally rich communities, there is… Read more »

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Fall Adventures at Arrowhead Provincial Park

Arrowhead Provincial Park provides all the same fall fun and activities as Algonquin and within the same colourful foliage, outdoor activities, and camping opportunities. Also near Arrowhead is the town of Huntsville with its own list of reasons for a fall visit. Combined, these two destinations create the perfect fall getaway.

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Top Fall Colour Adventures in Haliburton

A road trip or day trip to Haliburton and the surrounding Highlands will offer up incredible fall scenery simply on the drive alone. The Haliburton Highlands are… Read more »