Dorset Lookout Tower
* Difficulty: Moderate
* Highlights: The trail leads to a historic fire tower that offers breathtaking views of Lake of Bays and the surrounding landscape. The short hike is steep in sections but well worth it for the panoramic views.
Algonquin Highlands Trails
* Distance: Varies (from 1 km to 38 km)
* Difficulty: Easy to difficult
* Highlights: Located just outside of Minden, this area offers various trails, including the Fire Tower Trail and Ragged Falls Trail. Some of these trails offer secluded forested paths, lake views, and waterfalls.
Haliburton Sculpture Forest
* Distance: 3 km (multiple loops)
* Difficulty: Easy
* Highlights: A unique trail system featuring outdoor art installations in a natural setting. It’s a gentle walk through the forest with beautiful views of Head Lake and local sculptures.
Whitewater Ontario / Minden Whitewater Preserve
* Distance: Short walk along the riverbank
* Difficulty: Easy
* Highlights: This area features trails alongside the Gull River, with scenic views of rapids and kayakers, especially when water levels are high.
Snowdon Park
* Difficulty: Easy
* Highlights: Snowdon Park offers an easy hike through wetlands and forests, with a series of boardwalks. It’s perfect for nature lovers and birdwatchers.
289 College Dr, Haliburton, ON K0M 1S0, Canada
* Distance: 2 km to 5 km loops
* Difficulty: Easy to moderate
* Highlights: Located in Haliburton, these trails offer peaceful walks through forested areas with glimpses of Head Lake. In winter, it becomes a popular cross-country ski destination.
Queen Elizabeth II Wildlands Provincial Park - Head Lake Boat Launch Access Point
* Distance: 4.5 km one way
* Difficulty: Moderate
* Highlights: A scenic hike through rugged terrain with views of lakes and wetlands. The trail is part of a larger network in the park, offering more challenging hikes for the adventurous.
Five Lake Trail
* Distance: 9 km loop
* Difficulty: Moderate to difficult
* Highlights: This trail takes you through a variety of landscapes, from dense forest to scenic lake views, and offers the chance to see wildlife and pristine wilderness.
Dahl Forest
* Distance: 6 km (multiple loops)
* Difficulty: Easy to moderate
* Highlights: Located just outside Minden, this trail follows along the Burnt River and provides peaceful forest scenery. A great spot for birdwatching and photography.
Old Diver Rock Trail on Koshlong Lake
This is a loop trail starting and ending back on Rockcliff Road just before yellow Culvert # 14.
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