Winter Solstice Muskoka Hike

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Muskoka, Ontario's 'Cottage Country', is one of Canada's best-loved and most beautiful destinations. At this time of year, it's more special than ever. We're visiting during the Winter Solstice, the shortest day of the year and the turning point for longer days!

We’ll start the day exploring Hardy Lake on a 8km loop trail. This hike introduces you to Muskoka’s distinct scenery, around gorgeous lakes, the iconic granite outcrops of the Canadian Shield and an environment unmistakably shaped by beaver activity. Along the way, you may just spot some of the beavers, otters and turtles who call Hardy Lake home, offering a true snapshot of Muskoka's wilderness.

We’ll finish the day with a visit to the iconic town of Bracebridge, giving you the chance to wander, shop, or simply unwind before we head home. It’s built around a dramatic waterfall that cuts right through the downtown, and it's one of the few places in Ontario where you can walk from an independent coffee shop to a riverside lookout in under five minutes. It offers just enough to explore without feeling rushed, making it a perfect final stop to wind down before the drive home.

From forests and lakes to great food and panoramic views, this tour showcases the best Muskoka has to offer in just one day. Join us and experience it yourself.

Included in your trip:
- Return Transport from Toronto
- You'll ride in our comfortable air conditioned coach, with a TTC accessible pickup location.
- Expert Guides

Our guides are the best in the business. Friendly, encouraging and brimming with qualifications. They'll keep you safe, teach you all about the environment and ensure you have fun as you do it.

Highlights

Iconic Scenery - You'll take in some of the region's most beautiful views. Get up close with the Canadian Shield.

Visit Bracebridge - Stroll the streets of Muskoka's most striking town.

Wildlife Spotting - If you're lucky, you may spot the beavers and otters that call this region home.

Itinerary
07:00 - 09:30: Bus journey to Muskoka
09:30 - 13:30: Hike the 8km Hardy Lake Trail
14:00 - 15:30: Visit Bracebridge
15:30 - 18:00: Return journey to Toronto

Event cost
Wilderness Union members: $60+HST (optional transport = $60+HST)
Register here.

About Wilderness Union
Wilderness Union is deliberate about building an outdoors community of people like you who will become your new friend group. Members range from 20-40 years old and are a mix of people who've grown up here but their friends are in a different place, newcomers to Canada, and folks from out West who want that lifestyle in Toronto
Attendance numbers on Meetup don't reflect our actual event attendance - we typically have 15-20 community members at each event. Large enough that there's someone new to meet but small enough that it's not overwhelming!
Learn more at our website www.wildernessunion.com