Activities in Georgian Bay & Lakelands
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Island Princess
Like most towns in the Georgian Bay region, Orillia offers a variety of sightseeing cruises. The Island Princess departs daily at 2:15pm, with up to four cruises throughout the day in July and August. Lunch and dinner cruises ($40 and $50, respectively) require advance booking. If you have the time, hop up to Penetanguishene or Parry Sound for slightly more spectacular cruising options.
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Lady Muskoka
Billing itself as 'Muskoka's Largest Capacity Cruise Ship' isn't that thrilling, but a cruise of Lake Muskoka along 'millionaires row' is a sumptuous tour. Cruises depart at noon daily in July and August (less often in other months), and take just under three hours. Brunch and lunch cruises are available on Saturdays, Sundays and Wednesdays (adult/child $40/20).
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Lake Muskoka
Kayaks and canoes are available for hire from Algonquin Outfitters, as well as outdoor gear and clothing.
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Muskoka Autumn Studio Tour
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Rail Trail
Cyclists will enjoy this 25km stretch of abandoned railway, which starts at the corner of Albert and Adelaide Sts and ends in the small town of Paisley.
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Saugeen River
The Saugeen River, which flows into Lake Huron at Southampton, is one of the best-established routes for canoeing and kayaking in southern Ontario. Thorncrest Outfitters runs an extensive program of short self-guided and organized trips aimed at inexperienced paddlers. It also has a variety of do-it-yourself adventures including a picturesque day trip or a three-day paddle interspersed with quiet evenings spent at historic inns (all inclusive $335). Thorncrest also operates from a base on the Bruce Peninsula at Tobermory.
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30,000 Island Tours
Miss Midland isn't a regional beauty pageant; it's actually the name of a bay cruiser operated by 30,000 Island Tours. Two-and-a-half-hour cruises depart daily at 2pm, with additional morning and dinner cruises in July and August.
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Activity Central
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Blue Mountain
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Chantry Island Tours
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Circle Trail
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Cup & Saucer Trail
Near the junction of Hwy 540 and Bidwell Rd (18km southwest of Little Current) lies the entrance to the Cup and Saucer Trail – a must for any hiker. The 12km path leads to the highest point on the island (351m), which has marvelous views of the crinkled shoreline along the North Channel. Stop in Kagawong at Bridal Veil Falls and let the melodic splashes fall on your head. Check out Manitoulin's largest beach, west of the ferry landing at Providence Bay, or go frolicking in the trenchlike dunes at quiet Carter Bay, also on the southeastern shore.
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Algonquin Outfitters
Kayaks and canoes are available for hire from Algonquin Outfitters, as well as outdoor gear and clothing.
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Jolley's Alternative Wheels
To explore the nearby falls, or take a ride along Grey County Rd 1, which winds along the scenic shoreline of staggering pines between Owen Sound and Wiarton.
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Muskoka Cottage Brewery
Muskoka Cottage Brewery bottles some delicious flavors including a cream ale and a couple of lagers. On summer weekends, visitors can take a free taste-testing tour.
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Great Spirit Circle Trail
The eight local First Nation communities have collaborated to form a consortium offering fascinating tours of the island and local culture. Most tours stop at the Ojibwe Cultural Foundation which can be explored at one's leisure (although guided tours of the museum are highly recommended). Rotating exhibits reflect a rich history of legends and skilled craftwork.
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MV Chippewa III
MV Chippewa III, a tiny green tugboat, operates a not-so-regular schedule of lunch restaurant cruises (adult/child $36/18 plus lunch) and dinner cruises (adult $60, child per year of age $4, dinner inclusive).
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Thorncrest Outfitters
Thorncrest Outfitters runs an extensive program of short self-guided and organized trips aimed at inexperienced paddlers. It also has a variety of do-it-yourself adventures including a picturesque day trip (per canoe $50) or a three-day paddle interspersed with quiet evenings spent at historic inns (all inclusive $335). Thorncrest also operates from a base on the Bruce Peninsula at Tobermory.
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White Squall
Explore the area's waterways on an exciting expedition with White Squall, based about 15km northwest of Parry Sound near Nobel (en route to Killbear Provincial Park). An incredible staff of friendly and knowledgeable guides offer a range of paddling programs on Georgian Bay, from a half-day intro kayaking trip ($60) to multiday nature-fests ($695 to $995). Stop by the company's retail store in downtown Parry Sound for more information.
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Island Queen
Two-hour trips push off at 10am daily and three-hour trips at 1pm.
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