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Town in Ontario, Canada
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Bracebridge is a town of 17,300 people (2021) in the Muskoka region of the province of Ontario. Its most notable and first recognized characteristic is the modern, European-style downtown. In the summer, the small town's population increases significantly providing recreation for tens of thousands of tourists and seasonal residents.
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The 300-passenger Lady Muskoka offers an incredible sightseeing opportunity. The "Lady" is 104 ft long, 24 ft wide, fully-carpeted and has been thoroughly renovated. The ship is handicapped accessible and has a children's play area. 2-3 hour cruises, lunch cruises, dinner cruises. Snacks and full bar.
Octagon House
Visit one of Canada's only octagon-shaped houses, up the hill from Bracebridge Falls. It was built in the 1870s. The garden free to visit. The house is used an event space.
In downtown Bracebridge. There is a parking area Drive by the corner of Ecclestone and Entrance Drive from where you can access some walking paths that lead to the falls.
Open year round, it's a popular destination for families. Younger children can visit Santa and participate in age-oriented fun, while teenagers can enjoy go-karting, mini-golf, batting cages, Laser Tag, and video arcade. Camping and cabins available.
A 7.5-km easy-to-moderate hiking trail.
Stunning natural beauty regardless of the season. Groomed cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, hiking and mountain biking trails within a woodland setting along the Muskoka River. Single track mountain bike trails available.
Preserved as a natural ecosystem, the park does not offer any services or facilities. Trails through the park provide unmaintained mountain biking, hiking, and snowshoeing routes for a more challenging outdoor retreat. As of 2023, plans are underway to develop facilities for camping, visitor services, and maintained trails, with construction starting in 2024. Until campsites are officially opened, camping in the park is prohibited.
Gluten-free and vegetarian choices available.
Sandwiches, burgers, steaks, pork chops.
Barrel-aged beers by Lake of Bays Brewing, paired with pub food, snacks, burgers and pizza.
Tours are free, and run W-Su every hour from 11AM–4PM.
Camping beside the beautiful Muskoka River. Tenting and full services available with general store.
Near downtown Bracebridge, near shopping, Bracebridge Falls, and across the street from Memorial Park. Close to a laundromat, movie theatre, trolley service, banks, and restaurants.
In downtown Bracebridge, close to all of Bracebridge's attractions, it welcomes long-term guests.
Muskoka Riverside Inn
Offers 54 climate controlled rooms, workout facilities, dining room, indoor heated pool, business centre, sauna, and bowling alley, on Muskoka River.
Luxurious cottages and suites, for 2-6 people, and smaller, comfortable rooms in a lake setting.
Well-prepared gourmet meals and upper-end accommodations in a beautiful setting and a convenient location. A favourite with honeymooners. Built in the 1870s, this Victorian hotel is reputed to be haunted by up to 4 ghosts.
in the community of Red Leaves
A JW Marriott resort and spa on Lake Rosseau.
High-quality, authentic Muskoka furniture. All pieces sold are hand-crafted.
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By train
Passenger rail service through Muskoka was discontinued in 2012. As of 2023, service is expected to resume in the mid-2020s.
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