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25 Hikes to Enjoy Fall Colours in Ontario
What better way to spend the crisp fall days than to get outside and take a hike? Whether you want a quick trail for some fresh air, or are planning multi-day hiking and camping trip, the following trails will give you some great ideas for places to hike in Ontario.
50 Activities and Festivals to Experience in Ontario This Fall Season – 2025
From spectacular fall colours, harvest activities, festivals and Halloween events, there are plenty of ways to celebrate this transitional season in Ontario. Here are fifty fun activities… Read more »
Where to Go For Fall Colour Chairlift Rides in Ontario
Witness nature’s splendour in the Fall by taking a ski resort’s chairlift ride to a mountain’s summit. Whether you’re hiking or simply enjoying the ride, the panoramic… Read more »
Hike Haliburton Highlands: 15 Glorious Fall Colour Hikes & Lookouts
Hike Haliburton Highlands to experience the stunning colours of the autumn season in Ontario. Popularly known as Haliburton Highlands, the county of Haliburton, comprised of Algonquin Highlands,… Read more »
Sir Sam’s Ski & Ride: Fall Colour Chairlift Rides, Scenic Hike & Lookout
The second oldest family-owned ski hill in Ontario, Sir Sam’s Ski & Ride is an extremely popular skiing and mountain biking location north of Haliburton. Overlooking Eagle… Read more »
Cranberry Harvest: 2025 Season at Ontario’s Famous Cranberry Marsh in Muskoka Begins Sept 20
Fall is around the corner, and there are plenty of fun things to do in Ontario, from Salmon Run and Pumpkinfernos to watching the marvellous fall colours of sugar… Read more »
Fall Season Road Trip: Salmon Run in Owen Sound
Owen Sound sits where the Bay empties into the Potawatomi and Sydenham Rivers. The latter of the two, which runs north to south through Owen Sound, is home to an incredible fall salmon run. The annual salmon run experience in Owen Sound is centred around getting visitors the best views of this incredible migration.
AGORA: Path of Light – Take a Gondola Ride to An Illuminated Trail at Blue Mountain
There is plenty to do at Ontario’s all-season resort every day, but if are searching for a reason to stay till the stars come out, then the… Read more »
17 Places to Go Ziplining in Ontario
The warm summer weather brings the opportunity to explore adventures while enjoying the beauty of nature. If you are a nature enthusiast who craves an adrenaline rush,… Read more »
Visit Ontario Parks for Free This Summer with Day-Use Passes From These Ontario Public Libraries
In 2021, Ontario Parks announced a program through which you can visit Ontario parks for free by borrowing day-use permits from participating Ontario libraries. The next year, Ontario… Read more »
Discover Ontario’s Scenic Island Parkway on St. Lawrence River When It Reopens April 15
The scenic Long Sault Parkway is officially set to reopen for the 2025 season on April 15, offering drivers, cyclists, and outdoor enthusiasts the chance to explore… Read more »
Things to Do This Summer in Port Elgin
Saugeen Shores’ Port Elgin is well-known as a summer destination for the Lake Huron beaches and water fun around the lake and the Saugeen River. A not-so-well-known… Read more »
Summer Activities in Meaford: Beaches, Nature Hikes, Festivals
As a summer destination, Meaford can offer many things to many different vacationers. Nestled in the heart of Grey County, the charming municipality of Meaford graces the… Read more »
10 Small Towns & Cities to Visit in Southeastern Ontario to See Total Solar Eclipse
The 2024 Solar Eclipse on Monday will brush past the southeastern side of Ontario. More specifically, the eclipse’s path of totality will be over a small portion… Read more »
Winter Ziplining Coming to Barrie’s Snow Valley Ski Resort
In the heart of Ontario’s winter wonderland, Barrie’s Snow Valley Ski Resort will introduce winter ziplining this season. The resort’s latest addition, the Summit Soar Quad Zip,… Read more »
2023 Summer Swim: List of Ontario’s Blue Flag Certified Beaches & Marinas
When beaches in Ontario have that distinct blue flag flying above, it gives the beach’s community a unique sense of pride because they know that the water… Read more »
Orillia Waterfront Festival Featuring Exciting Cardboard Boat Races Returns This Weekend
The annual summer festival, Orillia Waterfront Festival is back this weekend after a two-year pandemic-induced hiatus. The festival, hosted by the Orillia District Chamber of Commerce, offers… Read more »
Cruise Across the Vast Expanse of Georgian Bay’s 30,000 Islands Aboard M.V. Chippewa III
Go on an unforgettable cruise across the vast expanse of 30,000 islands on the Georgian Bay starting from Parry Sound. Parry Sound and Archipelago Lines offer various… Read more »
25 Ideas For a Thrilling Summer Adventure With Your Teen in Ontario
School’s out and summer is here; treat your adventurous teenager to exciting thrills, exercise and nature. Whether they have a skill they would like to develop or… Read more »
Canada’s Best Air Show Saluting Our Armed Forces Thunders Into CFB Borden Near Toronto This June Weekend
Take Dad to see Canadian Forces Snowbirds, CF-18 Demonstration Team, Canada’s military parachute demonstration team, the SkyHawks and many of the best aerobatic performers during the Canadian… Read more »
2022 Summer Swim: List of Ontario’s Blue Flag Certified Cleanest Beaches & Marinas
When beaches in Ontario have that distinct blue flag flying above, it gives the beach’s community a unique sense of pride because they know that the water… Read more »
Barrie Waterfront Festival is Back This Weekend With Live Entertainment, Midway and Delicious Eats
Summer is around the corner and from music festivals to hiking trails, Barrie and Simcoe County offers a variety of activities for people of all ages and… Read more »
5 Easter Weekend Getaways in Ontario
5 ideas for a last-minute day trip or a weekend getaway for this Easter Weekend in Ontario.
12 of the Best Spa Getaways in Ontario
A nearby spa getaway is a perfect way to unwind and enjoy a day away from the buzzing day-to-day life. Luckily, several relaxing spas are dotted around… Read more »