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Muskoka is known for its stunning landscapes and natural beauty which offers a wide variety of hiking trails catering to all skill levels. Whether you’re seeking a leisurely stroll or a more adventurous trek, Muskoka has something for everyone. 

Muskoka Lakes Trails 

Huckleberry Rock Lookout Trail

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.

Address: 1057 Milford Bay Rd, Bracebridge, ON

Details: 

  • 2.5km Loop
  • Moderate

Huckleberry  Rock Lookout Trail Map

Walker's Point Lookout Trail

The new lookout trail, known locally as Berry Mountain, was a long time hidden gem of Muskoka Lakes. 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.

Address: Walker's Point Road, Walker's Point, ON

Details: 

  • 1km
  • Moderate

Walker's Point Lookout Trail Map

Hazelwood Trail 

The historic Hazelwood Trail once linked Port Carling to Port Sandfield. The trail is named after the Hazelwoods, a pioneer family who settled on Lake Rosseau. The Hazelwoods 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!

Address: Hazelwood Road, Port Carling, ON

Details: 

  • 2.5km
  • Moderate

Hazelwood Trail Map

Skeleton Lake Fish Hatchery Trail

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.

Address: Fish Hatchery Road, Utterson, ON

Details: 

  • 1km
  • Easy
  • Pubic Washrooms

Skeleton Lake Fish Hatchery Trail Map

 
Raymond Trail

The Raymond Trail follows the historic colonization route from the old Parry Sound Road to Skeleton Lake. The trail, with moderate hills, passes through field and forest. In places, you can still see the logs of the corduroy road, laid down to help settlers over the boggy sections.

Address: Skeleton Lake Road 1, Raymond, ON

Details: 

  • 2km/4km roundtrip
  • Moderate

Raymond Trail Map

Weir Lake Trail

There are several steep ups and downs along this 3.6km trail which leads you through hardwood forest, over creeks, and pass remnants of the first telephone line in the area.

Address: Highway 141, Bent River, ON

Details: 

  • 3.6km
  • Moderate

Weir Lake Trail Map

Walker's Point Trail 

This short 1 km trail uses a mix of trail and former snowmobile trails. As you reach Hwy 169 you even join onto the former highway.

Address: 1074 Walkers Point Rd, Gravenhurst, ON P1P 1R2
Details:

  • 1km
  • Moderate

Walker's Point Trail Map

Provincial Parks in Muskoka Lakes

Hardy Lake Provincial Park

Hardy Lake Provincial Park Trails provide hiking access to the shores of Hardy Lake. Characteristic of the lake-studded Precambrian rock landscapes of the Muskoka region, Hardy Lake has a picturesque rugged shoreline.

Address: Muskoka Road 169, Torrance, ON

Details:

  • 3km and 8km
  • Moderate to Difficult
  • Public Washrooms
  • Hardy Lake Trails Map
Torrance Barrens Conservation Reserve

Encompassing 1,990 hectares (5,000 acres), the Torrance Barrens Conservation Reserve is one of the most striking geological areas in Muskoka. The lunar landscape of the Torrance Barrens is characterized by low ridges of Precambrian bedrock, separated by wetland and peat-filled hollows. The Barrens is also an ideal place to view the night skies.

Address: Southwood Road, Torrance, ON

Details:

  • 3km, 5km & 6km
  • Difficult
  • Public Washrooms
  • Torrance Barrens Trails Map

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