Winter Activities

Hike, Ski, Snowshoe & Fatbike

Gravenhurst offers a great list of trails that can be used for skiing and snowshoeing. Be sure to check out the Trails page for more information on the length and difficulty of each trail.

Also make sure to visit Camping in Muskoka, home to Gravenhurst Nordic Trails - a network of 17km of groomed and track set cross-country ski trails with ski and snowshoe rentals available.  Follow @gravenhurst_nordic_trails on Instagram for up to date trail conditions and other important information. 

Head over to Taboo Muskoka Resort Thursday through Sunday to enjoy fat tire biking, snowshoeing, skating and more. You don't want to miss the guided nature hikes Fridays and Saturdays at 2pm and you're invited to warm and cozy bonfires Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 3 to 8pm at the Adventure Clubhouse. All activities are weather dependent on available on a first come first served basis. Some activities have additional costs.

Public Skating at Graeme Murray Arena

The following public skates take place at the Graeme Murray Arena in the Centennial Centre

• Please Note: Cancellations May Occur 
• Fee is $2 at the door

Weekend Public Skates 
Saturday & Sunday: 12 pm - 1 pm
September 9, 2023 to March 31, 2024

Adult Leisure Skate
Monday to Friday: 9 am - 10 am
September 5, 2023 to April 5, 2024

Parent & Tot Skate
Monday & Wednesday: 11:30 am - 1 pm
September 5, 2023 to April 3, 2024 

Please note the following posted information

All patrons who participate in ice skating programs must respect the following rules:

• Follow all direction from Arena Operators and Town Staff 
• Children 10 years of age and younger must be actively supervised by a responsible person 16 years of age or older. 
• It is recommended that all skaters wear a CSA approved  helmet while on the ice. 
• Only industry approved skate aides are permitted on the ice surface.

Prohibited Activities

• No spitting or nasal expelling
• No rough play, tag, racing, foul language or inappropriate behaviour
• No carrying children while on the ice surface (including baby carriers)
• No food or drink on the ice surface
• No use of cell phones while on the ice
• No shoes and/or strollers on the ice
• No sitting on the boards
• No hockey sticks/pucks are permitted during Public Skating times
• Skate with the direction of all skaters
• Please exit the ice surface promptly when buzzer rings

Snowmobiling

Gravenhurst Winter Carnival

Mark your calendar for the Gravenhurst Winter Carnival!

Family Day Weekend, February 17th - 19th, 2023

This event has been taking place in Gravenhurst for more than 50 years and offers traditional events you don't want to miss such as a carnival dance, bed races, doggy dash, donut eating contests, nail driving contests, arm wrestling, a pancake breakfast & more. 

Wanting to stay overnight in Gravenhurst and looking for accommodation and vacation package options? A few options are listed below, but be sure to check out our 'Stay' in Gravenhurst page for all accommodators in the area.

• Muskoka Bay Resort 
• Residence Inn by Marriott Muskoka Wharf
• Taboo Muskoka Resort

If outdoor winter activities just aren't your thing, we have plenty for you to do indoors! 

Head over to Gravenhurst's very own brewery: Sawdust City Brewing Co. Besides great beer, you can also try out their Tuesday Trivia nights at 7pm, Rotary Bingo Wednesdays at 7pm and live music every Saturday at 8pm.  
Warm up in one of Gravenhurst's coffee shops!
Like to shop? Check out Gravenhurst's great shops for clothes, art, gifts, toys and more! 
Enjoy the 'Taste' of Gravenhurst in one of our great restaurants or cafes.
Take in some live music or a show at the Gravenhurst Opera House or at a local restaurant.
Get to know Muskoka through the exhibits and galleries at the Muskoka Discovery Centre a one-of-a-kind museum that inspires curiosity and feeds the imagination for all ages.
Be sure to consider Kidzone at the Muskoka Discovery Centre - based on the STEAM (Science,Technology, Engineering, Arts, Math) learning principles, Kidzone creates a space for hands-on activities and programming.           

Gravenhurst is the "Gateway to Muskoka" and the best place to stay and explore the rest of Muskoka! Check out these regional Things To Do and See!

• Stargaze at the Torrance Barrens Dark-Sky Preserve has an amazing 360 degree view of the night sky, untouched by light pollution! 
• Want to go downhill skiing or snowboarding? Try out the Hidden Valley Highlands Ski Area.
• Like to skate? Check out the Muskoka Lakes Farm & Winery Ice Trail, the local Boston Pizza rink (photo below; unsupervised rink; use at your own risk) or just a 40 minute drive north, you'll want to include the Arrowhead Ice Skating Trail in your plans.
• Interested in visiting some local breweries and wineries? Check them out: Canvas Brewing Company, Clear Lake Brewing Co., Katalyst Brewing Company, Lake of Bays Brewing Company, Muskoka Brewery and Muskoka Lakes Farm and Winery!
• Other nearby winter activities include: dog sledding at North Ridge Ranch, fat bike rentals from LIV Outside Muskoka and Huntsville Algonquin Outfitters and horse drawn sleigh rides at Back of Beyond Equine Centre and Twin Maples Farm!