Roads and Sidewalks

Streetscape in Port Carling with people walking on the sidewalk and cars on the road

The Township’s Operational Services Department is responsible for maintaining over 380 kilometres of Township roads, as well as 110 kilometres of District roads within our boundaries. Through our road and sidewalk maintenance program, we work to ensure residents and visitors can travel safely and comfortably throughout Muskoka Lakes.

We are committed to maintaining a high standard of care for our road and sidewalk infrastructure. Our team continuously explores new technologies and best practices to improve service delivery, while remaining both fiscally responsible and environmentally conscious.

2026 Capital Roads Projects

Each year, we invest in upgrading and improving local road infrastructure. The following roads are planned for work in 2026:

Scope of Work: 

Gravel Resurfacing - brushing, ditching, culvert replacement and rock removal as required. The road will be resurfaced with gravel and dust suppressant applied to stabilize the granular material and limit material loss.

When:

Spring / Summer 2026

Location:

From 3.65km north of Hekkla Road to 6.1km north of Hekkla Road

Scope of Work: 

Slurry seal - a routine follow-up treatment for surface treatment application (completed in 2025) to extend the life of the surface treatment.

When:

Spring / Summer 2026

Location:

From Big Joe Road to End (1059 Big Joe Rd, Unit 16)


Scope of Work: 

Slurry seal - a routine follow-up treatment for surface treatment application (completed in 2025) to extend the life of the surface treatment.

When:

Spring / Summer 2026

Location:

From Hemlock Point Road to End (1103 Big Joe Rd)

Scope of Work: 

Surface Treatment Resurfacing - pulverizing, brushing, ditching, culverts, rock removal, additional granular base, base stabilization and double surface treatment. In 2027, a follow-up slurry seal treatment is 
planned via a separate project.

When:

Spring / Summer 2026

Location:

Muskoka Road 169 to Kendon Road/1000 Kendon Road

Scope of Work: 

Slurry seal - a routine follow-up treatment for surface treatment application (completed in 2025) to extend the life of the surface treatment.

When:

Spring / Summer 2026

Location:

From Muskoka Road 7 to Hemlock Point Side Road

Scope of Work: 

Hot Mix Resurfacing - pulverizing, brushing, ditching, culverts, rock removal, additional granular base, base stabilization and hot mix asphalt paving

When:

Spring / Summer 2026

Location:

From Mornius Road to Bluff Road


Scope of Work: 

Surface Treatment Rehabilitation - pulverizing, brushing, ditching, culverts, rock removal, additional granular base, base stabilization and double surface treatment.  In 2027, a follow-up slurry seal treatment is 
planned via a separate project.

When:

Spring / Summer 2026

Location:

From Bluff Road to End (Fair-Lee Park Road/Islander Avenue)

Scope of Work: 

Surface Treatment Resurfacing - pulverizing, brushing, ditching, culverts, rock removal, additional granular base, base stabilization and double surface treatment. In 2027, a follow-up slurry seal treatment is 
planned via a separate project.

When:

Spring / Summer 2026

Location:

From Hallett Road/1000 Kendon Road to End (1157 Keeler Road)

Scope of Work: 

Slurry seal - a routine follow-up treatment for surface treatment application (completed in 2025) to extend the life of the surface treatment.

When:

Spring / Summer 2026

Location:

From Muskoka Road 118 W to Ziska Road

Scope of Work: 

Surface Treatment Resurfacing - pulverizing, brushing, ditching, culverts, rock removal, additional granular base, base stabilization and double surface treatment. In 2027, a follow-up slurry seal treatment is 
planned via a separate project.

When:

Spring / Summer 2026

Location:

McLeod Road (0.5km)


Scope of Work: 

Paved hill resurfacing 

When:

Spring / Summer 2026

Location:

McLeod Road (200m)

The paved hill is located at the beginning of the seasonally maintained portion of the road, with the 
remainder of the road having a gravel surface. 

Scope of Work: 

Surface Treatment Resurfacing - pulverizing, brushing, ditching, culverts, rock removal, additional granular base, base stabilization and double surface treatment. In 2027, a follow-up slurry seal treatment is 
planned via a separate project.

When:

Spring / Summer 2026

Location:

From Muskoka Road 169 to Muskoka Road 169

Scope of Work: 

Surface Treatment Resurfacing - pulverizing, brushing, ditching, culverts, rock removal, additional granular base, base stabilization and double surface treatment. In 2027, a follow-up slurry seal treatment is 
planned via a separate project.

When:

Spring / Summer 2026

Location:

From Muskoka Road 24 (Deebank Rd) to 1452 North Shore Road


Scope of Work: 

Paved hill resurfacing

When:

Spring / Summer 2026

Location:

North Shore Rd (0.14km & 0.1km)

The paved hill is located at the beginning of the seasonally maintained portion of the road, with the remainder of the road having a gravel surface.

Scope of Work: 

Slurry seal - a routine follow-up treatment for surface treatment application (completed in 2025) to extend the life of the surface treatment.

When:

Spring / Summer 2026

Location:

From Muskoka Road 4 to End (1364 Rostrevor Rd)

Scope of Work: 

Hot mix resurfacing (paved hills) - pulverizing, brushing, ditching, culverts, rock removal, additional granular base, base stabilization and hot mix asphalt paving

When:

Spring / Summer 2026

Location:

Rosseau Lake Road 3 (0.15km)

Scope of Work: 

Surface Treatment Resurfacing - pulverizing, brushing, ditching, culverts, rock removal, additional granular base, base stabilization and double surface treatment. In 2027, a follow-up slurry seal treatment is 
planned via a separate project.

When:

Spring / Summer 2026

Location:

From North Shore Road to 1189 Sandwood Road

Scope of Work: 

Slurry seal - a routine follow-up treatment for surface treatment application (completed in 2025) to extend the life of the surface treatment.

When:

Spring / Summer 2026

Location:

From Muskoka Road 26 to End (1160 Whiteside Road)

Scope of Work: 

Slurry seal - a routine follow-up treatment for surface treatment application (completed in 2025) to extend the life of the surface treatment.

When:

Spring / Summer 2026

Location:

From Kirrie Glenn Road to Partridge Lane (Boundary Line - Town of Bracebridge)

Road Maintenance: Township, District, or Province?

The following roads are under the jurisdiction of the District of Muskoka:

  • Muskoka Road 3 – Aspdin Road
  • Muskoka Road 4 – Raymond Road, Windermere Road
  • Muskoka Road 7 – Peninsula Road
  • Muskoka Road 13 – Southwood Road
  • Muskoka Road 24 – Dee Bank Road
  • Muskoka Road 25 – Brackenrig Road
  • Muskoka Road 26 – Foreman Road, Mortimer's Point Road
  • Muskoka Road 27 – Ferndale Road
  • Muskoka Road 28 – Juddhaven Road
  • Muskoka Road 29 – Acton Island Road
  • Muskoka Road 30 – Barlochan Road, Walker's Point Road
  • Muskoka Road 35 – Raymond Road
  • Muskoka Road 38 – Muskoka Road #38
  • Muskoka Road 47 – Falkenburg Road, Hewlitt Road
  • Muskoka Road 118 – Joseph Street, Medora Street, Muskoka Road 118, Highway 118 West
  • Muskoka Road 169 – Muskoka Road #169

For more information view the District Road Map or contact the District of Muskoka Engineering and Public Works Department at 705-645-6764. All District Road Capital projects can be found the District of Muskoka website. 

The following roads are under the jurisdiction of the Ministry of Transportation:

  • Highway 141
  • Lake Joseph Rd

For any questions or to report an issue to a road maintained by the Ministry of Transportation, you can contact them directly at 1-800-255-7814

Report a Concern

Your safety matters to us. If you notice a problem with a road or sidewalk, please reach out using the method that suits the urgency of your concern.

  • In an emergency, always call 9-1-1.

  • For less urgent concerns (like potholes, drainage, or sidewalk damage), you can submit a request through our online form. These are reviewed during regular business hours.

  • If your concern needs immediate attention, please call the Township office at 705-765-3156. After hours, you will be connected to our messaging service, and a staff member will be contacted if needed.

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