Winter Fun in Muskoka Lakes

Enjoy the crisp winter air walking on the cleared paths at Hanna Park in Port Carling and the Bala Sports Park in Bala.

Hanna Park

40 Bailey St, Port Carling, ON P0B 1J0

Current Status - Open

• 200m

Bala Sports Park

3224 Muskoka Rd 169, Muskoka Lakes, ON L0K 1E0 

Current Status - Open

• 200m

Current Status - Open

Grab your skates and head to the rink to enjoy skating all winter long. 

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Bala Sports Centre

1009 Maple Ave.
Bala, ON P0C 1A0

For availability contact the arena directly at 705-762-5390. 

Port Carling Arena

3 Bailey St.
Port Carling, ON P0B 1J0

For availability contact the arena directly at 705-765-5725.  

Huckleberry Rock Lookout Trail

1057 Milford Bay Rd, Bracebridge, ON

• Huckleberry Rock Lookout Trail Map

Huckleberry Rock has been well known locally for over 100 years as a magnificent scenic lookout. Rocks on this trail are some of the oldest in the world, well over a billion years old. The effects of glaciation, timber harvesting, erosion and fire have removed the thin mantle of soil, exposing the surface of the pink granite rock.

• 2.5km Loop
• Moderate

Hazelwood Trail

Hazelwood Road, Port Carling, ON

• Hazelwood Trail Map

The historic Hazelwood Trail once linked Port Carling to Port Sandfield. The trail is named after the Hazlewoods, a pioneer family who settled on Lake Rosseau. The Hazlewoods took this trail to Port Carling. The trail includes some moderate to steep climbs through mature hardwood forest. Towards the end of the route, the trail runs beside a large beaver pond, well known for its bird life!

• 2.5km one way (5km total)
• Moderate

Skeleton Lake Fish Hatchery Trail

 Fish Hatchery Road, Utterson, ON

• Skeleton Lake Fish Hatchery Trail Map

The trail winds past the hatchery ponds, which have now been naturalized and along the river, which flows from Skeleton Lake. The trail passes by several habitats: meadows, deciduous forests, flood plain forests, river shorelines and wetlands. Skeleton Lake Trail also includes views of small waterfalls and rapids.

• 1km
• Easy

Walker's Point Lookout Trail

1470 Walkers Point Rd, Torrance, ON P1P 1R2

• Walker's Point Lookout Trail Map

Walker's Point Lookout is well known locally for its wonderful view of Lake Muskoka. This short 1km trail offers the best of Muskoka Lakes, highlighting rocks, trees and a great view of the water. 

• 1km
• Moderate

Current Status - Open

In partnership with local volunteers, the Township offers a cross-country ski trail at the Milford Manor Golf Course. The trail is approximately 1km in length, groomed once a week, and open as long as possible in the winter. Typically right after New Years as soon as the weather allows until March break!

This is a free trail to use, open to the public. There is snowshoeing available around the outside of the path. There is a portable washroom on site, but no indoor facilities. 

Thank you for all the help from local volunteers! Donations can be made on site.

Muskoka Lakes is home to hundreds of kilometers of groomed snowmobile trails. With the efforts of the Muskoka Sno-Bombers and Muskoka Lakes Snow Trails Association these trails are maintained and marked for your safety. Snowmobiling is a great way to experience Muskoka Lakes and there are several operators willing to suit you up and take you out onto the trails. 

Hanna Park Outdoor Rink 
Current Status - Closed (rink build is currently underway)
(periodically closes based on conditions)

Enjoy free outdoor skating at Hanna Park in Port Carling. This community rink is run entirely by volunteers, coordinated by the Port Carling Lions Club, and is open to the public throughout the winter, weather permitting.

The rink typically opens shortly after New Year’s, once conditions allow, and remains open as long as possible, often through to March Break. As part of Hanna Park’s winter amenities, the rink is lit until 10:00 p.m. for evening use.

A maintained walking trail, cared for by the Township, loops around the outside of the rink, making the park welcoming for both skaters and walkers.

A portable washroom is available on site.

The rink is volunteer-run, and helping hands are always appreciated! If snow falls while you’re skating, feel free to grab a shovel and help us clear. Interested in volunteering? Visit Port Carling Lions Club to learn more.