Local Attractions

Algonquin Provincial Park is the oldest and most famous wilderness park in Ontario. It was established over 100 years ago to protect a vast wilderness area more than 7500 square kilometers in size. This area of ancient rock, sculptured by glaciers consists of quiet forests, rolling hills, and an endless network of rivers and lakes. It's a great place to see wildlife in their natural habitat. The Visitor's Center and Logging Museum are well worth visiting. Fishing, canoeing, hiking, birdwatching, and mountain biking are popular activities in the Park. Excellent cross country ski trails are maintained in winter. Blue Water Acres is located about 15 minutes drive from the West Gate of the Park. Phone:705-633-5572

Pioneer Village is a reconstruction of a typical crossroads settlement at the turn of the century. This Village includes 17 restored pioneer buildings from throughout the Muskoka area. Interpreters in period costume are there to make the visit more authentic. There's a restaurant and gift shop on site. It's worth a visit. Located only 15 minutes drive from Blue Water Acres. . Phone: 705-789-7576

Segwun Cruise is North America's oldest running steamship. Your romantic getaway can include a cruise on this famous Muskoka heritage ship. It is still officially a Royal Mail Ship, and you can get your postage stamped there. Daily sight seeing cruises are provided from Spring to Fall. They also provide a "Rise & Shine" Breakfast cruise, a Lunch cruise, a Twilight Supper cruise, a Sunset cruise and a variety of other themed cruises. Prices vary per person from about $10 for a one hour family cruise to about $50.00 for the dinner cruise. Located about 45 minute drive from Blue Water Acres. 705-687-6667

Lady Muskoka Cruise is a 2 1/2 cruise departing from Bracebridge. On this cruise you will see the Muskoka River, Santa's Village, historic sunken artifacts, Beaumaris, and the famous Millionaires' Row. Located about 40 minutes drive from Blue Water Acres. 1-800-263-LADY.

Ragged Falls is a beautiful natural waterfall and a short hiking trail located about 10 minutes drive from Blue Water Acres. It's worth a visit.

Cranberry Marsh is a different kind of place to visit during the month of October. You will see a commercial Cranberry farm at work at a time when the berries are harvested.. Cranberry growing is unique to Ontario. Located about one hour drive from Blue Water Acres. 705-762-3203