Explore Orillia & Lake Country’s expansive trail systems – from leisurely walks to heart-pumping hikes, all with beautiful views. Each of the following locations have unique characteristics that make them attractive to nature enthusiasts. Copeland Forest This 4,400 acre provincially-protected landscape of forests, cold water streams and rolling hills has something for every lover of […]
Top resorts to experience this summer Make this summer one to remember for the whole family! Orillia & Lake Country boasts a series of all-inclusive resorts that are perfect vacation spots for the whole family or for a romantic getaway. Several resorts in the area are now accepting reservations. This means you and your loved […]
For many, the summer of 2020 will be remembered for two things: incredibly hot weather and restrictions caused by the world-wide pandemic. But for those who returned to Bayview Wildwood Resort in Severn Bridge, it will be remembered as it always has been – another summer holiday making memories on the south shore of Sparrow […]
Nestled among a serene rural landscape, home to two museums, and boasting a simpler life is a Village-on-the-River: Coldwater. Located along the Simcoe County Bike Loop Trail and surrounded by quiet country roads, the village has become a popular destination for cyclists looking to take a break and enjoy a lunch or pick up supplies. […]
Coldwater Village is a place set outside of time with it’s small town charm and historic roots in the Township of Severn. Sitting alongside the Coldwater River to Matchedash Bay, the village is more than just a great place to stop en route by paddle, bike or drive, it is a destination filled with personality […]
Find your Rural Escape in Severn Just 90 minutes North of the GTA, Orillia & Lake Country is a perfect fall destination. Severn’s transformative landscape runs from the winding rivers of the Trent-Severn Waterway with Muskoka views, to expansive farm country, to quaint small-towns and connecting to Lake Couchiching and Orillia. It is the perfect […]
There’s no better time to explore nature than in autumn’s colourfully painted landscapes, and cottage-country Washago’s scenic backdrop is the perfect place to begin your hiking adventure. Featuring three vibrant and simple trailheads owned and protected by The Couchiching Conservancy to choose from, all are within a short drive to stellar, lake country-inspired cuisine. Located […]
Find your Rural Escape in Severn Just 90 minutes North of the GTA, Orillia & Lake Country is a perfect winter destination. Severn’s transformative landscape runs from the winding rivers of the Trent-Severn Waterway with Muskoka views, to expansive trail systems, to quaint small-towns and connecting to Lake Couchiching and Orillia. It is the perfect […]
Every year Orillia and Lake Country welcome an idyllic Canadian winter wonderland. From exhilarating snow hills and frozen lakes to rejuvenating crisp trails, memorable winter adventures await in all corners of the region. Take a week off to experience, indulge, and relax into the season like you never have before. We have you covered with […]
It’s that sweet time of year again, as Orillia & Lake Country presents the ever-popular Tap into Maple experience. Running March 3 to April 2, the program is an opportunity to visit the region’s maple syrup producers, enjoy special maple-themed experiences, and indulge in local maple-inspired cuisine. This year’s program truly showcases the deep roots […]