LOCAL ATTRACTIONS
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IS THERE ANYTHING TO DO IN THE AREA?
Yes, the cottage is close to Bracebridge, Bala, Port Carling and Gravenhurst. There's lots to do within a short drive. We have everything from tourist attractions to provincial parks, and the best golf in Muskoka! You may find, however, that you want to park yourself at the lake for your entire stay, and that’s okay too because there's so much to do at Sunset Point Cottage! If you’re up for an adventure, check out some of the recommended spots below.
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Walk the 2000+ foot boardwalk for waterfront dining, shops, local attractions, and activities like Ribfest. Arrive by boat in only 25min.
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There are 19 golf courses all within a 45 minute radius including the spectacular Taboo Muskoka Resort which is only 15 minutes by boat.
Santa's Village is 60 acres of family fun nestled on a bend of the Muskoka River a 10 min drive away. Rides, ziplines and fun for all ages!
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Home to legendary summer concerts since 1942. Visit Muskoka's summer tradition for some great live music in 25 min by boat.
Muskoka has some of the greatest sport & rec fishing in the province and we are a short boat ride to many of the best fishing spots on the lake.
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SWS offers free waterski and wakeboard shows weekly in Bala and there are also shows in Gravenhurst. Both are easily accessible by boat a ton of fun to see!
Boat Rental Options
Northern Lakes Marine–northernlakesmarine.com
Marine Plaza –marineplaza.ca
Beaumaris Marina - beaumarismarina.com
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Boat Launch with Public Parking Locations
George Road –1066 Sandbar Lane, Bracebridge
Browning Island –1790 Beaumont Drive, Bracebridge
More Attractions Nearby
JP McVittie Nature Reserve (on the island) - in the centre of the island there are 253 acres of hiking trails, access from Johnston Park on the southwest side of the island.
Santa’s Village –Bracebridge –10 min (accessible by boat also)
Muskoka Zip Lines and Aerial Park –10 min
Mountain Biking –Santa’s Village Cycling Centre –10 min
Lady Muskoka Boat Tours –Bracebridge –10 min
Steamships –Muskoka Tours –Gravenhurst –30 min by boat
Muskoka Discovery Centre - Local heritage museum with a replica steamship, vintage wooden boats & an interactive kids' area. –Gravenhurst –30 min by boat
Gravenhurst Opera House Theatre –Gravenhurst –30 min
SWS Waterski Shows (Free)–Bala –30 min by boat
Muskoka Lakes Museum –Port Carling –30 minutes by boat
Shopping in Port Carling –30 minutes by boat
Shopping in Downtown Bracebridge –15 min
Muskoka Drive-in (and mini golf) –30min
Horseback Riding –Fox Brook Farm –Willow Beach –30 min
Hardy Lake Provincial Park –40 min
The Key to Bala – live music and concerts –25 min by boat
Bala’s Museum –25 minutes by boat
Recommended Restaurants in Bracebridge –by Car
El Pueblito –great Mexican restaurant with a patio
The Old Station –pub food with a nice patio
Wabora –Japanese fusion / sushi
Recommended Restaurants -by Boat
Touchstone on Lake Muskoka–10 min boat ride
Dock of the Bay – Gravenhurst –25 min boat ride
Boston Pizza – Gravenhurst –25 min boat ride
Turtle Jack’s – Port Carling –25 min boat ride
Boathouse Grill (@ Taboo Golf Club) –20 min boat ride
Shopping by Boat
Groceries –Foodland –Port Carling –25 min boat ride
Stephen’s Butcher Shop –Port Carling –25 min boat ride
LCBO Port Carling –25 min boat ride
The Shops at Port Carling –25 min boat ride (e.g Algonquin Outfitters, Muskoka Bearwear, Riot Clothing)
Don’s Bakery –Bala –25 minutes by boat
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