Ontario's Highlands

06/04/2025

🎉 Congratulations to the winners of our If Nature Had a Voice campaign! 🎉

We were blown away by the creativity and heart in every entry, and we’re thrilled to announce this year’s student winners:

🌎 Grade 2 - VK Greer Memorial PS
Teacher: Mrs. Humphrey
An inspiring message from Earth herself, reminding us to protect plants, animals, and our planet with care.

🌲 Grade 3 - Parkview Public School
Teacher: Ms. Arlette
A heartfelt call to keep the Earth clean and our waters pollution-free.

🌳 Grade 1 - VK Greer Memorial PS
A beautiful nature-inspired poem capturing the sounds of the outdoors.

✨ Honourable Mention goes to Ms. Fisher’s Grade 1 class at Grandview PS, for their touching plea from the trees.

Thank you to all the young artists and writers who gave nature a voice — and to the teachers who helped inspire them 👏

06/02/2025

🍓🥕 Celebrate Local Food Week in Ontario's Highlands! 🥕🍓

From June 2–8, 2025, join us in honouring the farmers, producers, and artisans who bring fresh, local food to our tables. Whether it's crisp apples from a nearby orchard, creamy cheeses from a local dairy, or handcrafted preserves from the farmers' market, there's a bounty of flavours waiting to be discovered right here at home.

By choosing local, you're not only enjoying delicious, seasonal produce but also supporting our communities and reducing environmental impact.

Here are some ways to celebrate:
- Visit a local farmers' market or farm stand.
- Look for the Foodland Ontario logo when shopping.
- Dine at restaurants that source ingredients locally.
- Share your favorite local food finds with friends and family.

Let's come together to support our local food heroes and savour the tastes of Ontario's Highlands.

05/31/2025

🎸🏁 Guitars & Gasoline Music Festival
📅 June 6–8, 2025 | 📍 Calabogie Motorsports Park

Get ready for a weekend of rock and revs! Catch an all-Canadian lineup including Blue Rodeo, Theory of a Deadman, and more—plus exotic cars, camping, and motorsports action. Kids under 10 are free!

🎟️ Details + tickets:

Whether you’re looking for a luxury stay or a classic camping experience, Guitars & Gasoline has the perfect setup for you! Immerse yourself in the festival with glamping yurts, featuring memory foam beds, premium linens, exclusive lounge access and located right beside the VIP viewing area. Like ...

05/29/2025

🌅 Lakes, lookouts, and stargazing—Frontenac has it all. 🌌

Spend four dreamy days exploring quiet villages, paddling peaceful lakes, and catching the Milky Way from one of Ontario’s only dark sky preserves. This is your ultimate summertime escape. ✨

Plan your trip 👉

Relax, explore, and indulge in the best of Frontenac County.

05/27/2025

🎣 Ready to cast off into your next great adventure?

From hidden lakes to quiet rivers, Ontario’s Highlands is teeming with fish—and the guides who know just where to find them. Whether you’re a seasoned angler or casting for the first time, local outfitters are here to help you reel in more than just a catch.

Meet the guides and plan your next fishing escape:

Fish smarter with local guides and outfitters.

05/22/2025

Rock hopping, cave peeking, and outcrop exploring—sound like your kind of day? Ontario’s Highlands is full of hidden nooks and natural wonders just waiting to be discovered.

Yours Outdoors
Haliburton Forest & Wild Life Reserve
Princess Sodalite Mine
Bonnechere Caves

Discover Ontario's Highlands, unearthed.

05/20/2025

Summer’s calling — and Ontario’s Highlands is ready. Think quiet lakes, cozy towns, and wide-open spaces made for wandering.

Supporting tourism businesses and stakeholders in Ontario's Highlands (RTO11).

05/16/2025

✨ Love hidden gems, road trip ideas, and places that make you slow down and breathe a little deeper?

Sign up for our Come Wander newsletter and get travel inspiration from Ontario’s Highlands delivered straight to your inbox. From scenic trails to cozy stays — we’ll help you plan your next escape.

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Sometimes the best adventures start with a little nudge in the right direction.

05/15/2025

If nature had a voice, it would ask us to slow down — and listen. In Ontario’s Highlands, travel isn’t just about seeing new places. It’s about reconnecting with the land, moving with care, and feeling a deeper connection to the world around you.

Land'escapes
Visit Frontenac
Haliburton Highlands
Waaseyaa Cultural Tours
CABINSCAPE
Ottawa Valley Travel
Lanark County Tourism
Bonnechere Caves

Sustainable Reconnect with the Land: Fabulous Trails, Guided Treks & Backcountry Escapes Indigenous Summer Camping Hiking By The Insiders | May 05, 2025 If Mother Nature could speak, she might ask us to slow down, to move gently, to pay attention to the stories the land holds beneath our feet. She m...

05/14/2025

🎉 We Have a Winner! 🎉

A big congratulations to Andrea Mueller, the lucky winner of our All Canadian Summer Giveaway! 🇨🇦☀️

Thank you to everyone who liked, shared, and followed us — we loved seeing your excitement for summer adventures in Ontario’s Highlands. Keep an eye out for more contests, giveaways, and inspiration to help you wander even further!

Andrea please send us a message to claim your prize!

05/14/2025

🎆 Long weekend vibes loading...

Whether you're into paddling peaceful lakes, hiking to epic views, or just kicking back by the fire, Ontario’s Highlands is the perfect place to make the most of your Victoria Day weekend. Here are a few getaway ideas to get you inspired:

🚤 Paddle the Madawaska River – Kick off paddling season with scenic flatwater or whitewater routes.
🥾 Hike to Eagle’s Nest Lookout (Calabogie) – Big views, short hike, all the long weekend feels.
🛶 Camp at Silent Lake Provincial Park – Peaceful paddling, forested trails, and no motorboats allowed.
🧺 Picnic at Marmora Memorial Park – A peaceful riverside spot with open green space and a gazebo, perfect for a laid-back lunch outdoors.
🛏️ Book a stay at Somewhere Inn, Calabogie or a cozy cabin with CABINSCAPE – Perfect for fireside lounging and starry nights.

✨ Whether you're craving adventure or a little R&R, there’s a corner of Ontario’s Highlands calling your name.

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Supporting tourism businesses and stakeholders in Ontario's Highlands (RTO11).