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Wilderness Hike

Winter Solstice Muskoka Hike

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Event Date
December 21, 2025
Destination
Muskoka
Duration
10 hours
Highlights
Iconic Scenery. Visit Bracebridge. Wildlife Spotting.
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Event Date
Sunday, December 21, 2025
Destination
Muskoka
Duration
10 hours
Highlights
Iconic Scenery. Visit Bracebridge. Wildlife Spotting.
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Description

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.

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.

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

Member Organized Event Disclaimer
Member-led outings are organized by our community, not by Wilderness Union. We don’t manage the plans, staff, or safety protocols, so you join at your own risk. Please look out for yourself and one another, and have fun!

Food and Drink
You'll need to bring a packed lunch and water for any of our day trips that don't explicitly say we're making a stop at a restaurant. Where we stop at restaurants, you are responsible for the purchase of any food. Full details are available at the adventure plan, shared above on registration.

Carbon Offsetting
Wilderness Union offsets the estimated carbon emissions of every trip by investing in a global portfolio of verified carbon reduction projects.

Members Only
Please note that you'll need an active membership at the time of your adventure to attend. If you booked during a trial that didn't continue or your membership has lapsed, you will need a new membership to attend.

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Cancellations made:
More than 10 days before the event
: Will receive a full refund minus a 5% admin fee.
7–10 days before the event: 50% refund.
Less than 7 days before the event: No refunds.
Weather or emergency cancellations: If an event is canceled due to severe weather or other uncontrollable factors, members can receive a full credit to their account.

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