Nearby Trails

Explore over twenty nearby trails and see the beautiful nature and landscapes surrounding the resort.

Nearby Activities

Visit and enjoy a variety of activities for all ages, all year round.

Hardwood Ski and Bike

Hardwood Ski and Bike is a full-service cross country ski and mountain bike center. The facility features award-winning trails for every age and every level of ability. Hardwood has over 100 km of adventurous one-way mountain bike trails along with a pump track, trails area and other fun features including a 9 hole disc golf course. In the winter Hardwood has 40 pristine km cross country ski trails and 14 km of snowshoe trails. In the winter Hardwood allows fatbiking (conditions permitting) 7 days a week. A limited number of fatbike rentals are available. Ski, snowshoe and bike rentals are available plus the retail shoppe and service shop can help you with your cross country or mountain biking needs. Facilities include a food truck, free parking, first-aid, and a west wing/day lodge. Hardwood offers ski/bike lessons and programs. Certified “Bicycle-Friendly” by Ontario By Bike. Read More

Carlyon Loop – Bike Route

Starting in the Town of Washago, Carlyon Loop offers rolling terrain for the intermediate and advanced rider. Follow the route through rural agricultural land and back to the beautiful Washago Centennial Park, where you can swim, play or picnic, with a boat launch and access to Lake Couchiching. On your way out of town, be sure to stop in the Town of Washago for a delicious treat. Read More

Golden Creek Bird Farm

The Golden Creek Bird Farm is located 150km north of Toronto, near Orillia on 100 acres of prime breeding grounds. The Farm centers it’s activities on breeding a fine line of raptors, used for the sport of Falconry, as well as training all kinds of raptor species for hunting or pleasure. Friedhelm and Dirk also concentrate their knowledge on breeding Australian parakeets, specializing in their most colorful mutations. Import – Export for over 40 years from and to countries all over the globe is one great service among others that we are providing for our customers. Read More

Aero Modelers RC Club

Orillia Aero modelers RC Club (2 min drive from Resort). Read More

Davidson Estate Alpacas

Welcome to Davidson Estate Alpacas! Also known as the DEA. We are a newly founded farm with excellent quality Alpaca Cria and Alpaca fibre. Read More

Rushmount Equine Sports

At Rushmount Equine Sports, trainers are committed to the development and creation of innovative horse sport products and services. It is their philosophy and ambition to jump into the future of Equine Sport, providing their customer with amazing and the highest level of satisfaction! Great service and knowledge is very important to the trainers and employees! Camps are designed to help you learn how to ride, jump, and more! And to also have fun with your horses and ponies. Many activities take place during the summer camps such as theme days!. Crafts, horse snack baking, games, exercises, trail rides and so much more will be available to try and enjoy throughout the camp! Read More

Lake St. George Golf Club

With three unique 27 hole courses, Lake St. George is perfect for both beginners and advanced golfers. The golf course opened in 1952 as a 9 hole course along the shores of Lake St. George. Since that day, Robbie Robinson and Bob Moote have each crafted a new course. Set on 242 acres of thick hardwood and meandering creeks, the beauty of central Ontario is showcased throughout the course. Lake St. George is the perfect place to hold your group outing, family event or large tournament. The Club also holds very popular member events throughout the week, which continue to grow each year. Read More

Evergreen Golf Centre

Evergreen Golf Centre is a very popular 9 Hole Par 3 Golf Course, and has been a favourite to the locals and cottagers since 1964. Designed by well-known golf designer Bill Robinson, Evergreen is well maintained, and as the locals would say, “The best greens in the area!” Suitable for all levels of play, Evergreen is enjoyable for the beginner and senior, yet challenging for the experienced. Read More

Kayak-ity-Yak

Kayak-ity-Yak offers Sales & Rentals from their location on the west shore of Lake Couchiching, conveniently located along Hwy 11 north, just a few minutes north of Orillia. As the exclusive distributor for Winner Kayak in Canada, they maintain an extensive inventory of kayaks and accessories and are widely known in the area for their friendly knowledgeable staff. Read More

Canam Pro Guide Fishing Charters

Spend a full day or half day with our pro guides catching Bass, Pike, Perch, Walleye, Whitefish and Lake Trout! Guided fishing trips offered in the summer, fall, winter and spring! Our pro guides travel great distances, and guarantee that clients are on fish and catching them. Specializing in the Lake Country and Muskoka region – Lake Couchiching, Lake Simcoe, Sparrow Lake, Lake Muskoka, Lake Rosseau, Lake Joseph, Lake of Bays, Fairy Lake, Lake Vernon, Peninsula Lake. Read More

Gone Fishing Tours

Gone Fishing Tours delivers the best guided fishing experience in Ontario. Your captain Frank Adamo has been fishing these waters for over 20 years and would love to be your guide on your next fishing adventure. Frank prides himself on going above and beyond to create a memorable fishing trip. Whether you are a seasoned expert, a first timer or somewhere in between, our guided fishing charter will be an exciting fishing adventure to remember. Featured Lakes include Lake Couchiching, Lake Simcoe, Bass Lake, Sparrow Lake and more! Read More

Casino Rama

Premier gaming & entertainment destination. 20 min from Resort! Plan your visit today. Entertainment, Spa, Dining and Gaming. We have it all! Book your trip now! World Class Entertainment. Food & Beverage options. Live table games & slots. Read More

Washago Cruise Lines & Boat

  • 1029 Laidlaw Ave, Washago, Ontario, L0K 2B0
  • 11 min. drive from Resort
  • (705) 689-0066

iSauna

iSauna is one of our business partners. A sauna will provide you with lots of benefits in addition to unforgettable memories, great time with friends and family, relaxation, enjoyment, and wellness. You can order Sauna from us or directly: Read More

Mount St. Louis Moonstone

Skiing, snow boarding, rental equipment, lessons & food. Winter in Ontario’s Lake Country can’t get any better then this. Mount St. Louis Moonstone is one of the largest family owned ski resorts in Ontario offering great ski hills for skiing and snowboarding. It was founded in 1964 by Austrian Alpine skier Josl Huter. The resort is located just north of Barrie in the snow belt region of Ontario. Today, it offers 36 slopes, 3 terrain parks, 9 chairlifts and 3 carpets. The resort is known for being family friendly and prides itself on accommodating the beginner skier to the most advanced skier. Read More

Horseshoe Resort

Horseshoe Resort is the place to go for outdoor adventures that are fun for the whole family, all year round! In the winter months, feel the rush with 28 ski runs, 304 feet of vertical rise, 5 lifts, Ontario’s longest beginner’s carpet and a new and improved Terrain Park. Horseshoe will deliver all the excitement you can handle! While you’re here, come and try cross country skiing. With 30kms of double track set machine groomed trails, we offer some of the best cross country skiing in Canada. If skiing isn’t your thing, strap on some snowshoes, jump on a fat bike or create everlasting memories on Ontario’s longest snow tubing hill. There are so many fun winter activities for everyone to enjoy. In the summer months, brave new heights through activities such as downhill mountain biking or Treetop Trekking. Have fun exploring the cross country trails by hiking or biking, play a round on our 12-Hole Valley Golf Course, go mini putting, or mine for gems at slope side and more! Splash around in Lake Horseshoe, a man-made lake featuring a sandy beach with fun waterfront activities such as paddle boarding and kayaking. Year-round, we have offers and packages to suit families, couples, friends and individual explorers. Horseshoe is the place to work and play! Whether “adventure” is your middle name or you’re looking for a relaxing escape with a visit to Amba Spa or Vetta Nordic Spa, we have a getaway experience for everyone. No matter if you’re an overnight guest at the resort or visiting for the day, you’re invited to sit down and taste the menus at the Crazy Horse Sports Bar & Grill and Eleven01 Taphouse + Kitchen – our award winning Chef will delight your taste buds! Certified “Bicycle-Friendly” by Ontario by Bike, Horseshoe Resort has it all. Read More

Hardwood Ski and Bike

Hardwood Ski and Bike is a full-service cross country ski and mountain bike center. The facility features award-winning trails for every age and every level of ability. Hardwood has over 100 km of adventurous one-way mountain bike trails along with a pump track, trails area and other fun features including a 9 hole disc golf course. In the winter Hardwood has 40 pristine km cross country ski trails and 14 km of snowshoe trails. In the winter Hardwood allows fatbiking (conditions permitting) 7 days a week. A limited number of fatbike rentals are available. Ski, snowshoe and bike rentals are available plus the retail shoppe and service shop can help you with your cross country or mountain biking needs. Facilities include a food truck, free parking, first-aid, and a west wing/day lodge. Hardwood offers ski/bike lessons and programs. Certified “Bicycle-Friendly” by Ontario By Bike. Read More

KS Lake Simcoe Ice Hut Rentals

Previously know as Talbot Bait, Bait Shop and Ice Hut Rental. We mainly specialize in jumbo perch, if ice conditions are co-operative lake trout and white fish huts will be available as well. Shop will be open for bait and simple ice fishing accessories. Huts are equipped with padded bench seats and propane heat. Minnows are supplied with hut rental. Read More

Orillia District Snowmobile Club

Come and ride some of Central Ontario’s best groomed trails – 300 km of scenic routes linking to Georgian Bay, Blue Mountains and Muskoka. Located approx. 90 minutes north of Toronto on Hwy 11 -We have roughly 300km of beautifully groomed and well signed trails -A variety of trails, including forests, rolling hills, rail lines and farmers fields -Gateway to trails heading north -Travel through our many quaint communities with trails located within the City of Orillia and the Townships of Oro Medonte, Ramara and Severn. Read More

Smart Adventures

Smart Adventures can make you a better snowmobile rider with just one visit. Our staff know how to identify your strengths and weaknesses. Come and learn the proper and helpful techniques you need to know about snowmobiles so you can have a safe ride on the trails! SMART Adventures and all our training and rides take place in our main training location, at the beautiful Horseshoe Resort in Ontario. The training sessions take place at various sites across Canada. Please consult our Yamaha Riding Academy Location page for more details. Book your visit today!  Read More

Casino Rama

Premier gaming & entertainment destination. 20 min from Resort! Plan your visit today. Entertainment, Spa, Dining and Gaming. We have it all! Book your trip now! World Class Entertainment. Food & Beverage options. Live table games & slots. Read More

Canam Pro Guide Fishing Charters

Spend a full day or half day with our pro guides catching Bass, Pike, Perch, Walleye, Whitefish and Lake Trout! Guided fishing trips offered in the summer, fall, winter and spring! Our pro guides travel great distances, and guarantee that clients are on fish and catching them. Specializing in the Lake Country and Muskoka region – Lake Couchiching, Lake Simcoe, Sparrow Lake, Lake Muskoka, Lake Rosseau, Lake Joseph, Lake of Bays, Fairy Lake, Lake Vernon, Peninsula Lake. Read More

Gone Fishing Tours

Gone Fishing Tours delivers the best guided fishing experience in Ontario. Your captain Frank Adamo has been fishing these waters for over 20 years and would love to be your guide on your next fishing adventure. Frank prides himself on going above and beyond to create a memorable fishing trip. Whether you are a seasoned expert, a first timer or somewhere in between, our guided fishing charter will be an exciting fishing adventure to remember. Featured Lakes include Lake Couchiching, Lake Simcoe, Bass Lake, Sparrow Lake and more! Read More

Carlyon Loop – Bike Route

Starting in the Town of Washago, Carlyon Loop offers rolling terrain for the intermediate and advanced rider. Follow the route through rural agricultural land and back to the beautiful Washago Centennial Park, where you can swim, play or picnic, with a boat launch and access to Lake Couchiching. On your way out of town, be sure to stop in the Town of Washago for a delicious treat. Read More

Smart Adventures

Smart Adventures can make you a better snowmobile rider with just one visit. Our staff know how to identify your strengths and weaknesses. Come and learn the proper and helpful techniques you need to know about snowmobiles so you can have a safe ride on the trails! SMART Adventures and all our training and rides take place in our main training location, at the beautiful Horseshoe Resort in Ontario. The training sessions take place at various sites across Canada. Please consult our Yamaha Riding Academy Location page for more details. Book your visit today!  Read More

Horseshoe Resort

Horseshoe Resort is the place to go for outdoor adventures that are fun for the whole family, all year round! In the winter months, feel the rush with 28 ski runs, 304 feet of vertical rise, 5 lifts, Ontario’s longest beginner’s carpet and a new and improved Terrain Park. Horseshoe will deliver all the excitement you can handle! While you’re here, come and try cross country skiing. With 30kms of double track set machine groomed trails, we offer some of the best cross country skiing in Canada. If skiing isn’t your thing, strap on some snowshoes, jump on a fat bike or create everlasting memories on Ontario’s longest snow tubing hill. There are so many fun winter activities for everyone to enjoy. In the summer months, brave new heights through activities such as downhill mountain biking or Treetop Trekking. Have fun exploring the cross country trails by hiking or biking, play a round on our 12-Hole Valley Golf Course, go mini putting, or mine for gems at slopeside and more! Splash around in Lake Horseshoe, a man-made lake featuring a sandy beach with fun waterfront activities such as paddle boarding and kayaking. Year-round, we have offers and packages to suit families, couples, friends and individual explorers. We also are the perfect destination for events and weddings. Horseshoe is the place to work and play! Whether “adventure” is your middle name or you’re looking for a relaxing escape with a visit to Amba Spa or Vetta Nordic Spa, we have a getaway experience for everyone. No matter if you’re an overnight guest at the resort or visiting for the day, you’re invited to sit down and taste the menus at the Crazy Horse Sports Bar & Grill and Eleven01 Taphouse + Kitchen – our award winning Chef will delight your taste buds! Certified “Bicycle-Friendly” by Ontario by Bike, Horseshoe Resort has it all. Read More

Golden Creek Bird Farm

The Golden Creek Bird Farm is located 150km north of Toronto, near Orillia on 100 acres of prime breeding grounds. The Farm centers it’s activities on breeding a fine line of raptors, used for the sport of Falconry, as well as training all kinds of raptor species for hunting or pleasure. Friedhelm and Dirk also concentrate their knowledge on breeding Australian parakeets, specializing in their most colorful mutations. Import – Export for over 40 years from and to countries all over the globe is one great service among others that we are providing for our customers. Read More

Davidson Estate Alpacas

Welcome to Davidson Estate Alpacas! Also known as the DEA. We are a newly founded farm with excellent quality Alpaca Cria and Alpaca fibre. Read More

Rushmount Equine Sports

At Rushmount Equine Sports, trainers are committed to the development and creation of innovative horse sport products and services. It is their philosophy and ambition to jump into the future of Equine Sport, providing their customer with amazing and the highest level of satisfaction! Great service and knowledge is very important to the trainers and employees! Camps are designed to help you learn how to ride, jump, and more! And to also have fun with your horses and ponies. Many activities take place during the summer camps such as theme days!. Crafts, horse snack baking, games, exercises, trail rides and so much more will be available to try and enjoy throughout the camp! Read More

Lake St. George Golf Club

With three unique 27 hole courses, Lake St. George is perfect for both beginners and advanced golfers. The golf course opened in 1952 as a 9 hole course along the shores of Lake St. George. Since that day, Robbie Robinson and Bob Moote have each crafted a new course. Set on 242 acres of thick hardwood and meandering creeks, the beauty of central Ontario is showcased throughout the course. Lake St. George is the perfect place to hold your group outing, family event or large tournament. The Club also holds very popular member events throughout the week, which continue to grow each year. Read More

Evergreen Golf Centre

Evergreen Golf Centre is a very popular 9 Hole Par 3 Golf Course, and has been a favourite to the locals and cottagers since 1964. Designed by well-known golf designer Bill Robinson, Evergreen is well maintained, and as the locals would say, “The best greens in the area!” Suitable for all levels of play, Evergreen is enjoyable for the beginner and senior, yet challenging for the experienced. Read More

Casino Rama

Premier gaming & entertainment destination. 20 min from Resort! Plan your visit today. Entertainment, Spa, Dining and Gaming. We have it all! Book your trip now! World Class Entertainment. Food & Beverage options. Live table games & slots. Read More

Hardwood Ski and Bike

Hardwood Ski and Bike is a full-service cross country ski and mountain bike center. The facility features award-winning trails for every age and every level of ability. Hardwood has over 100 km of adventurous one-way mountain bike trails along with a pump track, trails area and other fun features including a 9 hole disc golf course. In the winter Hardwood has 40 pristine km cross country ski trails and 14 km of snowshoe trails. In the winter Hardwood allows fatbiking (conditions permitting) 7 days a week. A limited number of fatbike rentals are available. Ski, snowshoe and bike rentals are available plus the retail shoppe and service shop can help you with your cross country or mountain biking needs. Facilities include a food truck, free parking, first-aid, and a west wing/day lodge. Hardwood offers ski/bike lessons and programs. Certified “Bicycle-Friendly” by Ontario By Bike. Read More