Algonquin Provincial Park
One of the oldest and most famous wilderness park in Ontario. It was established over 100 years ago to protect a vast wilderness area more than 7500 square kilometres in size. This area of ancient rock, sculptured by glaciers consists of quiet forests, rolling hills, and an endless network of rivers and lakes. It's a great place to see wildlife in their natural habitat. The Visitor's Centre and Logging Museum are well worth visiting. Fishing, canoeing, hiking, bird watching, and mountain cycling are popular activities in the Park. Excellent cross country ski trails are maintained in winter. Blue Water Acres is located about 15 minutes drive from the West Gate of the Park. Algonquin Park Website. Phone:705-633-5572
Arrowhead Provincial Park
Situated on 2 beautiful lakes with sandy beaches. Visitor's can enjoy swimming, canoeing, fishing, and hiking. In winter it's a great place to go cross-country skiing. Six trails totalling 25 kilometres are maintained there for your enjoyment. You can also go skating, snowshoeing, and tobogganing there. About 25 minutes drive from Blue Water Acres. Visit the Arrowhead Provincial Park Website or call 705-789-5105 for more information.
Pioneer Village
A reconstruction of a typical crossroads settlement at the turn of the century. This Village includes 17 restored pioneer buildings from throughout the Muskoka area. Interpreters in period costume are there to make the visit more authentic. There is also a working 1902 Steam Train called the Portage Flyer which originally was located between North and South Portage right next to Blue Water Acres. There's a restaurant and gift shop on site. It's worth a visit. Located only 15 minutes drive from Blue Water Acres. Pioneer Village Website. Phone: 705-789-7576
Algonquin Theatre
A beautiful, 408 seat theatre which opened in the heart of historic downtown Huntsville in the spring of 2005. As part of the new Huntsville Civic Centre, the Algonquin Theatre aims to serve the arts, cultural and educational needs of visitors and local residents of Huntsville. Located only 15 minutes drive from Blue Water Acres. You can visit the Algonquin Theatre website for upcoming events and tickets or phone (705) 789-4975
Santa's Village
An amusement park for children ages 2-12 and is located in Bracebridge about 45 minutes drive from Blue Water Acres. This is Santa's summer home where he and his elves have built rides, games, an amphitheatre, and much more. Also visit Rudolph's Funland while you're there. Open weekends from mid May to mid June and then daily until Labour Day. Phone: 705-645-2512. You can visit Santa's Village website for more information.
Segwun Cruise
North America's oldest running steamship. It is still officially a Royal Mail Ship, and you can get your postage stamped there. Daily sight seeing cruises are provided from Spring to Fall. They also provide a "Rise & Shine" Breakfast cruise, a Lunch cruise, a Twilight Supper cruise, a Sunset cruise and a variety of other themed cruises. Located about 45 minute drive from Blue Water Acres. 705-687-6667 Visit the Segwun Cruise website for more information.
Island Queen Cruise
located in Parry Sound. You will be taken on a scenic 3 hour trip along the narrow channels and shallow waterways of the 30,000 islands located in Georgian Bay. This area is home to one of the largest concentration of islands in the world. This attraction is located about one hour drive from Blue Water Acres. 1-800-506-BOAT
Lady Muskoka Cruise
A 2 1/2 cruise departing from Bracebridge. On this cruise you will see the Muskoka River, Santa's Village, historic sunken artifacts, Beaumaris, and the famous Millionaires' Row. Located about 40 minutes drive from Blue Water Acres. 1-800-263-LADY. Visit the Lady Muskoka website for more information.
Ragged Falls
A beautiful natural waterfall and a short hiking trail located about 10 minutes drive from Blue Water Acres. It's worth a visit.
Cranberry Marsh
A different kind of place to visit during the month of October. You will see a commercial Cranberry farm at work at a time when the berries are harvested.. Cranberry growing is unique to Ontario. Located about one hour drive from Blue Water Acres. 705-762-3203
Casino Rama
Rama is gaming, food and entertainment. Located about 75 minute drive from Blue Water Acres. Call 1-888-817-RAMA or visit the Casino Rama Website
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