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Girlfriends know how to have fun. What better way for you and three friends to relax and rejuvenate than an outdoor adventure amid the stunning beauty of the Madawaska River! Join ten-time National Whitewater Kayaking champion Claudia Kerckhoff-Van Wijk and her team at Canada’s premier whitewater adventure centre.
PRIZE INCLUDES:• whitewater canoeing and kayaking instruction• yoga sessions• sports massage• athletic therapy assessment• nutrition seminar• wine and artisan cheese afternoon by the lake.
Approximate value: $7,500
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Make this Fall your season to capture the colours! Cycle or hike your way through the splendour. Capture the moment with your camera or paint brush! Discover how, and where, by exploring our Outdoor Getaway section online to begin planning your next Great Ontario Outdoor Adventure!
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DetroitWindsor
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OrangevilleToronto
Port HopePort Perry
BarriePeterborough
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HuntsvilleHaliburton
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KingstonPicton
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Ottawa
Hawkesbury
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Pembroke
Sudbury
Killarney
South Baymouth
North Bay
Temiskaming Shores
Kirkland Lake
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AtikokanThunder Bay
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1 TheNorthShore:LakeSuperior 7
2 AgawaCanyon:SaultSte.Marie–Wawa 8
3 DynamicHues:Sudbury–Killarney 9
4 APaletteofColour:AlgonquinandTheHighlands 10
5 WaterwayWonders:KawarthaLakes 11
6 TheOpeongoLine:OttawaValley 12
7 RideauHeritageRoute:Kingston–Ottawa 14
8 TasteTrail:PrinceEdwardCounty 15
9 TheRollingHills:Northumberland 20
10 HeritageHamlets:York-Durham 21
11 TheHillsofHeadwaters:Headwaters 22
12 TipoftheEscarpment:Grey-Bruce 23
13 BardsandBounty:ShakespearetoShoreline 24
14 SouthernExposure:Windsor,Essex,Peleeand 26 Chatham-Kent
15 Ontario’sSouthCoast:Norfolk-Elgin-Haldimand 28
16 GrandAdventure:Fergus–PortMaitland 29
17 TheWorld’sPrettiestDrive:NiagaraParkway 30andWineCountry
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OntarioShowsItsTrueColoursFall is all about reconnecting with the people who matter most, so set aside a weekend for fun with family and friends. Indulge in a luxurious getaway at a few of Ontario’s many relaxing inns, resorts or B&Bs. And marvel as summer’s lush greenery has transformed into magnificent shades of red, orange and yellow.
This guide will take you through 17 scenic touring routes, chosen for their spectacular fall colours, and fascinating attractions and activities.
Take a daylong train tour through the Agawa Canyon, enjoy a boat cruise along the Rideau Canal, or hike among 1,000-year-old cedar trees once painted by the Group of Seven in Bon Echo Provincial Park. Indulge your inner gourmand and tour wineries, cideries, cheese factories and chocolatiers; savour fresh and flavour-filled culinary creations matched with the perfect Ontario vintage. Bid farewell to the fluttering monarchs of Point Pelee National Park as they begin their migration to Mexico. And take in Ontario’s prized Greenbelt, making sure to stop and explore its many trails and parks.
Tour Ontario this fall and we’re sure you’ll agree: there’s no place like this.
Click on our new interactive maps to discover more about great scenic lookouts, special fall packages and to receive updated fall colour reports; use the getaway finder to plan your idea of a perfect escape; and order Ontario’s Official Road Map – an essential trip planning tool. For more information on other great experiences in Ontario, and to find hours and locations of Ontario Travel Information Centres, please visit ontariotravel.net or call 1-800-ONTARIO.
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Lake Nipigon
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Rainy Lake
Lake of the Woods
Winisk Lake
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SyracuseRochester
BuffaloFort Erie
St. CatharinesNiagara Falls
Hamilton
Port Dover
LondonStratford
Port HuronSarnia
Lansing
DetroitWindsor
Chatham
Goderich
Owen Sound
Tobermory
OrangevilleToronto
Port HopePort Perry
BarriePeterborough
Gravenhurst
HuntsvilleHaliburton
Barry’s Bay
KingstonPicton
Lansdowne
Cornwall
Lancaster
Merrickville
Ottawa
Hawkesbury
Prescott
Pembroke
Sudbury
Killarney
South Baymouth
North Bay
Temiskaming Shores
Kirkland Lake
Timmins
Kapuskasing
Hearst
Wawa
ManitouwadgeNipigon
Fort Severn
Peawanuck
Attawapiskat
Moosonee
ArmstrongSioux Lookout
AtikokanThunder Bay
Pigeon River
Red Lake
Kenora
Dryden
Fort Frances
Rainy River
International Falls
Duluth
Chapleau
Sault Ste. MarieSault Ste. Marie
Alexandria Bay
Pickle Lake
Sioux NarrowsNestor Falls Ignace
Geraldton
Terrace BayMarathon
Gogama
Cochrane
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Blind RiverEspanola
Elliot Lake
Nekina
Parry Sound
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Fall harvest is the ideal time to enjoy Ontario’s bounty at its freshest! Plan your own fall drive to discover local producers and shops that pride themselves in offering fresh and fabulous foods with a local flavour. Take time to explore with these suggestions from some of Ontario’s top chefs.
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LEFT – RIGHT: Michael Blackie; Randy Spencer; Michael Hoy; Christopher Smythe.
ChEFS CELEBRATE ThE LoCAL BoUNTy
Michael BlackieBrookstreet, ottawa• Sandra Salmins, from Wild Parrot Delectables in Almonte, grows the most
unique and cleanest greens I have ever seen. • Mrs. McGarrigle’s Fine Foods in Merrickville: OK, who loves mustard?
Try about 14 different varieties! My fave: balsamic cracked pepper.
Randy SpencerSpencer’s Tall Trees Restaurant, huntsville• My #1 producers are the folks at Brookland Farms in Bracebridge, the
most amazing produce you will ever come across.• St. Lawrence Market in Toronto for all that is great about Ontario foods.• The Country Market in Orillia for offering unbelievable products.
Michael Hoy Claramount Inn & Spa, Picton • Unearthing the true essence of flavour is what Ed and Sandi Taylor strive
to do year-round at Honey Wagon Farms in Picton. • Betty Chambers’ Northport Produce French filet beans have the sweetest
and most complex flavour I have ever experienced. • Rod Potter’s Warkworth-based Century Game Park produces tender, lean,
and succulent bison.
Christopher SmytheRiverbend Inn & vineyard, Niagara-on-the-Lake• I use local farmer Dave Perkins of Wyndym Farm; who I work directly with
to plan my menu. • We have a great beef supplier, Kerr Farms (north of Toronto), who raises
its Angus beef using traditional methods. • I must include Monforte Dairy out of Stratford, and Upper Canada
Cheese in Jordan Station, for their delicious cheese offerings.
For these and other Insider Tips, and to sign up for our enewsletter, visit ontariotravel.net/insider
LAKE SUPERIoR (410 km/255 mi.) • The raw, rocky, northern coastline of Lake Superior, with its thundering waters and gnarled forests, has a history of drawing the compelled and the curious. Start your drive at the roaring Kakabeka Falls – the ‘Niagara of the North’. Explore the region’s rugged canyons and waterfalls, cross Canada’s longest suspension footbridge and continue on a short drive to Thunder Bay to visit the site where Terry Fox ended his courageous Marathon of Hope. Then participate in the living history program at Fort William Historical Park, depicting the fur trade activities of the North West Company from 1803–1821.
For travel information call North of Superior Tourism at 1-800-265-3951.
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CLOCKWISE, TOP – BOTTOM: Fort William Historical Park, Thunder Bay; Sleeping Giant Provincial Park; Chapples Golf Course, Thunder Bay.
Giant Digitals – $429Lake Superior VisitsLet Lake Superior, the Sleeping Giant, Fort William and a professional photographer advance your nature, landscape or outdoor portrait photography skills.1-866-688-9990
Autumn Golf Getaway from $142City of Thunder BayTee off at Thomas McBroom’s most northern course in Ontario, Whitewater. 1-800-964-1121
Superior’s Falling Waters from $239Lake Superior VisitsDiscover the vivid fall colours of Lake Superior’s autumn hues along lakeside trails and roaring waterfalls. 1-866-688-9990
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TIP Standing on Canada’s longest suspension footbridge, in Dorion, is a great way to view the fall colours.
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SAULT STE. MARIE – WAWA (225 km/140 mi.) • Between 1918 and 1923, Group of Seven members were so inspired by this rugged Algoma landscape that they painted here, gaining access to the wilderness via a rented railway boxcar that was shunted to choice painting locations. Today it continues to attract leaf peepers intrigued by the awesome granite rock and mixed forests of the Canadian Shield. The roadway hugs the scenic shoreline of Lake Superior. A daylong Agawa Canyon train tour provides unparalleled fall scenery and includes a trip to the very heart of the canyon. Seek out the Aboriginal pictographs at Agawa Rock or stop at Batchawana Bay for a fresh lake trout and whitefish dinner at the Voyageur Lodge & Cookhouse.
For travel information call the Algoma Kinniwabi Travel Association at 1-800-263-2546 or Tourism Sault Ste. Marie at 1-800-461-6020.
2|AgawaCanyonAgawa Canyon Fall Colours from $161 Agawa Canyon Tour Train A daylong train tour into the rugged and beautiful Agawa Canyon to enjoy spectacular fall scenery. 1-800-461-6020
Wawa WOW! from $85 Best Northern Motel and Cottages Relax overlooking the beautiful Michipicoten River and discover our northern beauty. 1-800-434-8240
The Power of the Lake – free Lake Superior Visitor Centre Discover the influence of the world’s largest freshwater lake on the landscape, climate, flora, fauna and people who have travelled here. (705) 856-2284
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TIP Don’t forget your camera! In fall, the red maple is a brilliant red counterpart to the sugar maple – it is smaller and has bright red stems.
CLOCKWISE, TOP – BOTTOM: Sault Ste. Marie; Batchawana Bay; Agawa Canyon.
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SUDBURy – KILLARNEy (130 km/81 mi.) • The Sudbury Basin is believed to be the remnants from a meteorite impact that occurred 1.85 billion years ago. Take your fall colour touring to new heights with a fantastic aerial tour over the Basins, Science North and the Big Nickel. Great fall colour viewing and hiking trails can be enjoyed at Onaping High Falls’ A.Y. Jackson Lookout. Killarney Provincial Park is to the southwest – a spectacular wilderness with plenty of great hiking, paddling and camping opportunities. Hike to The Crack to see quartzite boulders – many as large as houses. And enjoy spectacular views down the historic French River from a new footbridge that is easily accessible from Highway 69.
For travel information call Sudbury Tourism at 1-877-304-8222.
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CLOCKWISE, TOP – BOTTOM: Onaping Falls; Killarney; Laurentian Lake Conservation Area, Sudbury.
Sudbury Flight-Seeing Aerial Tours from $60 Sudbury Aviation View spectacular fall colours from the seat of a Beaver or Cessna bush plane. (705) 983-4255
Onaping Falls Self-Guided Geological Tour – freeSudbury TourismExamine magnificent and unique geological structures, and enjoy spectacular scenery and trails from Onaping Falls to the Killarney Mountains.1-800-708-2505
Cinéfest Sudbury Film Buff Weekend from $10 Sudbury Tourism & Cinéfest Select from more than 120 screenings at one of Canada’s top five film festivals.1-866-451-8525
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ALGoNQUIN & ThE hIGhLANDS (305 km/190 mi.) • Algonquin Provincial Park is Ontario’s oldest and best known park and has been welcoming visitors for more than 200 years. Fall colours along the Highway 60 corridor provide a panoramic palette and the Visitor Centre’s art gallery features regular shows depicting the region. See the landscape in a new way: learn painting and photography or try your hand at glassblowing and blacksmithing. Take a walk along the suspended canopy boardwalk that winds through the tree tops 20 m (66 ft.) above the forest floor in Haliburton Forest’s old-growth forest. In Dorset, the view from the Scenic Lookout Tower is not to be missed, nor is Robinson’s General Store.
For travel information, call Haliburton County at 1-800-461-7677.
4|APaletteofColourSome Like it Hot! from $455Yours OutdoorsWarm up to the artist in you with an introduction to glassblowing and blacksmithing in the Haliburton Highlands.(705) 754-3436
Find the Neighbours from $240Haliburton Highlands Trails and Tours NetworkTake up this autumn geocaching adventure, which combines modern technology with an old-fashioned scavenger hunt.(705) 489-4049
Haliburton Highlands Hidden Gems from $100Haliburton Highlands Trails and Tours NetworkEnjoy an entertaining audio tour of four unique locations, each with its own history and activities. (705) 489-4049
TIP Add some ‘life’ to your driving tour by passing through spooky ghost towns in the Bancroft area.
CLOCKWISE, TOP – BOTTOM: Algonquin Provincial Park; Haliburton Forest; Algonquin Provincial Park.
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KAWARThA LAKES (300 km/187 mi.) • The historic Trent-Severn Waterway meanders through Kawartha’s scenic countryside. Lock stations are great stopping places; stretch your legs and watch the passing boats. View more than 900 Aboriginal rock carvings on a beautiful marble rock face at Petroglyphs Provincial Park and follow a hiking trail through the surrounding forest. Great fall colour cycling is yours to enjoy along the Victoria Rail Trail, or hike the Minden Water Trail to admire the raw beauty of the Gull River’s whitewater rapids. Discover the rich history of the canoe at The Canadian Canoe Museum and enjoy freshly baked apple treats and mulled cider at Lang Pioneer Village’s Applefest in October.
For travel information call Peterborough and The Kawarthas Tourism at 1-800-461-6424 or the City of Kawartha Lakes at 1-866-397-6673.
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CLOCKWISE, TOP – BOTTOM: Jackson Creek; Kawartha Lakes; Peterborough.
The Call of the Loon from $285 Peterborough and the Kawarthas Tourism Paddle the waters at Irwin Inn and visit The Canadian Canoe Museum to discover the history of this iconic watercraft.1-800-461-6424
Awaken Your Artisan from $310 Scotsman Point ResortTake part in an Arts in the Wild soapstone carving or landscape painting workshop, visit Whetung Ojibwa Crafts and enjoy scenic drives in and around Lakefield.1-800-461-6424
Autumn Colours and Victorian Charms from $100 City of Kawartha Lakes TourismExperience the world’s highest hydraulic liftlock, the Museum of Temporary Art, Canada’s smallest limestone jail and a Victorian inn.(705) 324-9411 ext. 232
Revisit Bobcaygeon’s Colonial Route from $90 City of Kawartha Lakes TourismHike the Victoria Rail Trail, tour the shores of the Trent-Severn Waterway and browse a showcase of local history and art. (705) 324-9411 ext. 232
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TIP Take the back roads to view sugar maples; early settlers planted them for their beautiful gold colour.
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oTTAWA vALLEy (205 km/128 mi.) • Explore the historic settlements and natural setting of the Ottawa Valley and you’ll find beautiful artistry, seasonal agriculture and lush wilderness. Algonquin Provincial Park’s Barron Canyon, a 100 m (328-ft.) deep canyon accessed by a 1.5 km (0.93-mi.) interpretive trail, gives you unforgettable panoramic views – some of the best in the park. Stroll atop Shrine Hill in Wilno, Canada’s oldest Polish settlement, or ascend to Ontario’s highest populated point, Foymount, for stunning views. The panorama from the gondola ride at Calabogie is breathtaking. Nature’s tapestry sets the scene for fall studio tours and some of the best hiking in the province.
For travel information call Ottawa Valley Tourist Association at 1-800-757-6580.
6|TheOpeongoLineWhat a Girl Wants from $300Serendipity on the RiverCombine your fall touring with gourmet chocolate, an in-room manicure and private shopping at this charming shop and inn.(613) 628-9559
Backcountry Adventure from $22Backcountry Adventures at the PeaksGuided hikes, canoeing and cycling adventures are designed to help you explore the rugged nature and beauty of the Calabogie wilderness.1-800-669-4861
Outdoor Art Walking Tour – freeCity of PembrokeVisit Pembroke and discover Canada’s largest outdoor art gallery, where 31 full-scale murals depict the city’s rich history.(613) 735-6821 ext. 1501
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CLOCKWISE, TOP – BOTTOM: Wilno Heritage Park; Home Fires Park, Petawawa; Calabogie Peaks.
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Escape to Ottawa this autumn for a burst of colour and a taste of local fare. Canada’s
capital is a city of landmark national sights, cultural attractions, and natural beauty, all
wrapped up in a relaxed urban vibe. And this autumn, come experience Savour Ottawa, as
many fi ne restaurants feature ingredients fresh from our local harvest, plus other special
culinary events including Feast of Fields, La Vendemmia, Tastes of ByWard and more.
Visit online for information and to book hotels and getaway packages including our Sip,
Savour and Spa package.
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KINGSToN – oTTAWA (265 km/165 mi.) • Canada’s newest UNESCO World Heritage Site, the 202 km (126-mi.) Rideau Canal is an engineering masterpiece – featuring beautiful lakes and rivers stretching from Kingston to Ottawa, connected by man-made canals and locks. The locks are operated much as they were in 1832. Explore quaint villages and immerse yourself in historic limestone architecture. The 9 km (5.6-mi.) stretch of the Rideau Trail between Merrickville and Burritts Rapids is an easy afternoon walk to stretch your legs and enjoy the rustle of leaves beneath your feet. Sample Chef Riding’s delicious regional cuisine at Sam Jakes Inn in Merrickville. Hear ghostly tales on a haunted walk in Kingston’s Fort Henry, then cycle the day away on Ottawa’s Capital Pathway, with more than 170 km (106-mi.) of trails to enjoy.
For travel information call Sam Jakes Inn at 1-800-567-4667.
7|RideauHeritageRouteRideau Treasures from $275Rideau Canal Boat ToursCruise the canal between Chaffeys Lock and Jones Falls with Colonel By and enjoy the hospitality of two great inns. 1-800-567-4667
Rideau Magic from $120 Green Woods Inn Mix and match an autumn experience to suit your style, with history, a harbour cruise and culinary delights. 1-866-878-1884
Walk with Nature – free Ferguson Forest Explore this 2.3 km (1.4-mi.) self-guided walking trail under the fall canopy, which interprets forestry in Eastern Ontario; pack a picnic to enjoy along the way. 1-888-258-4838
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CLOCKWISE, TOP – BOTTOM: Rock Dunder, Morton; Rideau Canal Boat Tours, Chaffeys Lock; Rideau Canal, Ottawa.
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PRINCE EDWARD CoUNTy (100 km/62 mi.) • “Rich and cheery” was how Samuel de Champlain described this island in 1615. Its ability to constantly reinvent itself has been demonstrated since then as its fortunes have relied variously on shipping, the barley trade, cheese factories and, most recently, picturesque wineries. This is a perfect place to celebrate the harvest. Sample your way through cideries, wineries, cheese factories and chocolatiers. From the fabled Lake on the Mountain you can catch a view of the Glenora Ferry to Adolphustown. A thriving artisan community lives here and their annual studio tour was proclaimed ‘one of the best in Ontario’ by Canadian House and Home magazine. The new Arts Trail is now open year-round.
For travel information call The Taste Trail at 1-866-845-6644.
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CLOCKWISE, TOP – BOTTOM: Waupoos Orchard; Black River Cheese Company; Grange of Prince Edward.
Wine and Dine from $236 Taste the County Tour the Taste Trail, tantalize your taste buds with regional cuisine, picnic on the grounds of a winery or sample exceptional wines.1-866-845-6644
TASTE! A Celebration of Regional Cuisine from $253 Taste the County Savour the experience of the County’s regional wine and food festival, TASTE! 1-866-845-6644
Arts Trail from $169 Taste the County Spend a weekend exploring the rich arts and culture of this island amid the spectacular canopy of autumn. 1-866-845-6644
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ThRoUGhoUT ThE FALL, professional artists and craftspeople welcome visitors to their studios where they create original works: paintings, fine jewellery, glass art, stained glass, sculpture, quilts, woodworks, papier mâché and pottery. Plan a day trip or two. It’s a great time to start your holiday shopping! Use our online Event Finder to search for artisan tours at ontariotravel.net/falldrives.
2008| FallStudioTours
BELOW: Prince Edward County. RIGHT, TOP – BOTTOM: Erin; Ottawa Valley; Elora.
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August 30 – September 1Inroads Studio Tour, Sharbot Lake(613) 335-2073
September 13, 14 Northumberland Hills Studio Tour (905) 342-3344
Seaway Autumn Studio Tour Prescott(613) 925-3987
September 19–21 Prince Edward County Studio & Gallery Tour, Picton(613) 476-4811 September 20, 21 Uxbridge Studio Tour(905) 852-5472
September 26 –October 5Crossing Borders Studio Tour Thunder Bay1-800-244-0745
September 27, 28Caledon East Studio Tour (905) 857-1583
Deer Trail Studio Tour Elliot Lake(705) 848-8164
Elora-Fergus Studio Tour(519) 846-8292
Georgina Studio Tour & Sale(905) 989-0972
Hills of Erin Studio Tour(519) 855-6320
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Kawartha Autumn Studio Tour Peterborough(705) 743-9179
Muskoka Autumn Studio Tour, Bracebridge(705) 687-6521
Norfolk Studio Tour, Simcoe(519) 583-1101
Sudbury Studio Tour(705) 675-2933
September 27, 28October 4, 5Bancroft & Area Autumn Studio Tour1-800-244-0745
Headwaters Arts Festival(519) 943-1149
Merrickville Artists’ Guild Studio Tour & Sale (613) 269-2229
Victoria County Studio Tour Lindsay(705) 887-1340
October 3–5Autumn Leaves Studio Tour Grey County1-888-445-4312
October 4, 5Dundas Studio Tour (905) 628-6886
Madawaska Valley Autumn Studio Tour, Wilno(613) 756-7890
Studios of Brampton(905) 874-2919
Tweed & Area Studio Tour (613) 477-2039
October 4, 5, 11, 12 Haliburton County Studio Tour(705) 489-3177
October 10–13 Images Thanksgiving Studio Tour Horseshoe Valley(705) 835-6213
October 11, 12Harvest Homecoming Studio Tour Kinmount(705) 488-2201 October 11–13Perth Autumn Studio Tour (613) 267-5237
Rideau Lakes and Westport Fall Colours Studio Tour(613) 273-3530
October 17–19 Guelph Studio Tour(519) 824-0974
October 18, 19Stouffville Studio Tour (905) 642-1721
November 1, 2Rural Routes Studio Tour New Hamburg(519) 634-8143
CANADA’S FIRST ARTS TRAIL
Take a sensuous journey on Prince Edward County’s new Arts Trail and discover artists whose work colour the lives of all those who come to know it. Travel at your leisure – you'll find beautiful art and a warm welcome at every stop.
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Eganridge Inn,Country Club & SpaFenelon Falls1-888-452-5111
Falls InnWalters Falls 1-866-204-0814
Gananoque Inn & SpaGananoque1-800-465-3101
Inn on the TwentyJordan(905) 562-5336
Kettle Creek InnPort Stanley1-866-414-0417
Little Inn of BayfieldBayfield1-800-565-1832
Merrill InnPicton1-866-567-5969
Millcroft Inn & SpaVillage of Alton-Caledon 1-800-383-3976
Peller Estates Winery RestaurantNiagara-on-the-Lake 1-888-673-5537
Sam Jakes Inn & SpaMerrickville1-800-567-4667
Sir Sam’s Inn & WaterSpaHaliburton1-800-361-2188
Terroir La Cachette Restaurant at Strewn WineryNiagara-on-the-Lake (905) 468-1222
The Restaurant at Oak Heights WineryWarkworth(705) 924-9625
The Restaurant at Peninsula RidgeBeamsville (905) 563-0900
Vineland Estates Winery RestaurantVineland1-888-846-3526
Vintage Goose Inn & Spa, Jack’s RestaurantKingsville(519) 733-6900
The Woodlawn InnCobourg1-800-573-5003
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NoRThUMBERLAND (200 km/124 mi.) • Explore communities once linked by Lake Ontario’s stagecoach route – now the Apple Route – with a wonderful variety of orchards and roadside fruit and vegetable stands. Rich farmlands to the north are part of Ontario’s Greenbelt and offer more than 20 hiking and cycling trails. Susanna Moodie and Catharine Parr Traill, two of Canada’s most important 19th century writers, once travelled these twisting roads; today motorcyclists favour them. Specialty outlets featuring chocolate, cheese and candles offer shopping fun. Antique shops are yours to enjoy in historic Port Hope and Warkworth. Presqu’ile Provincial Park is on a major migratory bird flyway and a staging point for Mexico-bound monarch butterflies.
For travel information call Northumberland Tourism at 1-866-401-3278.
9|TheRollingHillsDrive, Dine & Dream from$76Best Western Cobourg InnTake to the roads with our Driving Tours booklet and discover the best of the Northumberland Hills.(905) 372-2105
Ontario Food, Wine & Spa Weekend from $675The Hillcrest – A Valenova Inn and SpaTwo days of harvest dining, cheese and wine pairings, and relaxing spa indulgences.1-888-253-0066
Northumberland Hills Art, Wine and Culinary Getaway from $250The Victoria InnPlan your personalized studio tour to see potters, painters, sculptors and glassblowers, and savour delicious regional cuisine.1-866-257-1158
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TIP Since this region is home to a Canadian world-champion maple syrup producer in Warkworth, it is a given that the colours abound on maple trees, which flourish throughout the interior. You get double the sweetness!
CLOCKWISE, TOP – BOTTOM: Pieter’s Appleyard, Colborne; Northumberland County; Flindall’s Farms, Brighton.
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yoRK–DURhAM (250 km/155 mi.) • The rolling hills of Ontario’s Greenbelt on Toronto’s eastern doorstep offer up scenic fall touring opportunities and fresh, farm gate products. Renowned for its devotion to Canadian art, Kleinburg’s McMichael Canadian Art Collection showcases almost 6,000 works by Tom Thomson, the Group of Seven and their contemporaries. The gallery’s grounds have long trails perfect for hikers, naturalists, walkers and mountain bikers. Stop by Archibald Orchards estate winery to sample delicious fruit wine and enjoy wonderful harvest-time events. Some of Canada’s best golf courses can be played in these hills. While away the day shopping and antique hunting in quaint Unionville, Kleinburg, Port Perry and Tyrone.
For travel information call Durham Tourism at 1-800-413-0017 or York Region Tourism at 1-888-448-0000.
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CLOCKWISE, TOP – BOTTOM: McMichael Canadian Art Collection; Richmond Hill; Kleinburg.
Briars Fall Harvest from $165 The Briars Resort & Spa Explore this farm estate-turned-resort. Walk trails and savour fresh regional cuisine, including a selection of Briars’ gourmet products. 1-800-465-3276
Gates Open: Savour Durham – $10Discover culinary finds to sate your appetite for fresh, fabulous flavours – with growers, farmers’ markets, butchers, shops and cafés – all dedicated to providing fresh Durham-grown products.1-800-413-0017
Explore Durham’s Regional Trails – freeReconnect with nature and get active on Durham’s trails – walk, jog, hike, bike and in-line skate amidst the beauty of the region’s spectacular changing leaves.1-800-413-0017
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TIP The spice bush is a medium-sized shrub that prefers damp areas such as riverbanks. Crush its yellow autumn leaf and enjoy the complementary lemony aroma.
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hEADWATERS (220 km/137 mi.) • Spectacular scenery and high-end boutiques make this a favourite destination for shoppers. Old mills are key features of this area, known for its fast-flowing streams and rushing rivers. Alton’s 1881 knitting mill is now impeccably restored as the Millcroft Inn, while the ruins of an abandoned power plant – with its dramatic waterfall – can be seen in Forks of the Credit Provincial Park. Williams Mill in Glen Williams is home to more than 30 artisans and studios. The Bruce Trail draws serious walkers, but many gentler paths also offer great Niagara Escarpment scenery. Mono Cliffs’ Cliff Top Trail has great lookouts and spectacular fall colours. Picnic in the Dufferin County Museum gardens and enjoy charming countryside views.
For travel information call The Hills of Headwaters Tourism at 1-866-881-8862.
11|TheHillsofHeadwatersFall Colours & Art INNdulgence Getaway from $218 The Millcroft Inn & Spa Explore The Williams Mill and Burdette Gallery, stay at a heritage inn and savour award-winning regional cuisine. 1-800-383-3976
Spa-ntaneous from $187Hockley Valley ResortUnwind, surrounded by the majesty of Hockley Valley’s fall panorama.1-866-462-5539
The Suite Escape from $160Caledon Country Club & Best Western Orangeville InnPlay 18 gorgeous holes strategically intertwined along the Credit River, with the beauty of fall colours as your backdrop.1-866-216-1988
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TIP The Hockley Hills between Mono Mills and Orangeville, near Glen Cross, are a stunning opportunity for fall colour viewing – with scarlet and gold maples and brilliant red sumacs.
CLOCKWISE, TOP – BOTTOM: Headwaters Golf Trail; Terra Cotta; Caledon.
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GREy–BRUCE (390 km/242 mi.) • A great place to start this tour is at the base of Kincardine’s historic lighthouse. From there, discover the diverse ecosystem of MacGregor Point Provincial Park, including rare plants and reptiles, and take a tour of local lighthouses. Try out the Bruce Peninsula Mountain Biking Adventure Park trails north of Wiarton – it’s suitable for all skill levels. Heading east to Owen Sound and Thornbury, be sure to stop at fish ladders to watch thousands of salmon migrate to the headwaters. This is apple country – stop for delicious farm-fresh apples at roadside stands. Finish off your tour at Scenic Caves Nature Adventures in Collingwood, which has a spectacular treetop view down Blue Mountain and across Georgian Bay. Motorcyclists love this route for touring.
For travel information call Grey County Tourism at 1-877-733-4739 or Bruce County Tourism at 1-800-268-3838.
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CLOCKWISE, TOP – BOTTOM: Inglis Falls, Owen Sound; Scenic Caves, Collingwood; Bruce County.
Come Home to the Country – $10Bruce County International Plowing MatchThis September, Bruce County plays host to Canada’s largest outdoor agricultural exhibition; experience rural life and down-home hospitality.1-877-476-2008
Explore the Bruce Adventure Passport – freeBruce County Tourism Find all 12 hidden locations throughout Bruce County and you could win great prizes.1-800-268-3838
Motorcycle Tour Special from$89Days Inn & Conference CentreHit the open road with your bike in the splendour of Grey County’s countryside.1-877-775-2614
Getaway to Grey Pocket Guide – free Grey County TourismExplore the scenic beauty of the Beaver Valley, the stunning Georgian Bay shoreline and the Saugeen River watershed.1-877-733-4739
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TIP From the lookout at Old Baldy Conservation Area near Kimberley, you can see most of the Beaver Valley and one of Ontario’s most spectacular displays of fall colours.
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ShAKESPEARE To ShoRELINE (240 km/149 mi.) • Small-town charm combined with an array of artisans, antiques and markets make this a great fall drive. Start in Stratford and enjoy world-class theatre. With more than 36 years of traditional candy making and more than 100 different confections, Rheo Thompson Candies is bound to delight. Follow the signs to Millbank, then north to Newton, home of the Ontario Corn Maze, a fabulous fall adventure. Pick up an historical walking tour booklet of Goderich at their visitors’ centre. Don’t miss Bayfield for excellent shopping or pretty St. Marys’ limestone architecture. Farm foodies will enjoy discoveries along the Huron Harvest Trail and Wellesley’s annual Apple Butter and Cheese Festival in late September.
For travel information call Tourism Stratford at 1-800-561-7926 or Goderich Tourism at 1-800-280-7637.
13|BardsandBountyFall for Lake Huron Shores from $229 Hessenland Country InnExperience old-world charm and hospitality along Lake Huron’s spectacular shoreline, dining on local harvest menus. 1-866-543-7736
Fall Harvest Idyll – $190Fieldstone Farm Bed and BreakfastShare a round of golf and then tour the farm before dining on a special organic harvest dinner, complete with a basket of treats from Fieldstone’s fields.1-866-393-6649
Fall Coastline Getaway – $700Brentwood on the BeachRetreat to a private oasis by the lake, for two nights, complete with hot apple cider, campfires on the beach and a harvest basket of goodies.(519) 236-7137
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CLOCKWISE, TOP – BOTTOM: Rheo Thompson Candies, Stratford; Maitland Trail, Benmiller; Bayfield.
TIP Hike high above the Maitland River on the Menesetung Bridge in Goderich for superb views of the harbour, Lake Huron to the west and the river valley to the east.
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Feast your eyes on StratfordAhhhh…autumn in Stratford! Applaud the dramatic colours of Shakespeare, food festivals and Amish culture set in a countryside ablazein burnished gold, russet and crimson. Stroll hand-in-hand through historic streets and gardens at the pinnacle of their splendour.Wander country lanes – by foot, cycle or car – exploring harvest scenes, visiting Amish craftshops and workshops or savouring local artisan foods.Stratford celebrates slow food throughout the fall with culinary festivals, distinctive menus featuring the freshest of the season – even a GarlicFestival. Come stay for a few days and rest in quality hotels and motels or share a heritage inn or bed and breakfast with that special someone.We look forward to hearing your “ahhhhhhhhhhhs” in Stratford this autumn!
www.fallforstratford.com/getaway
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WINDSoR, ESSEX, PELEE & ChAThAM-KENT (215 km/133 mi.) • If you love shagbark hickory, tulip trees and oak savannah, then make your first stop Rondeau Provincial Park – a World Biosphere Reserve. Nearby, the tiny green oasis of Point Pelee National Park is internationally known for its stunning autumn monarch butterfly migration. This area is also home to Canada’s oldest winemaking region; harvest is the perfect time to enjoy tours and tastings. Stop at Jones Popcorn just outside of Leamington to pick up fixings for your next movie night. Tucked away in every corner of Windsor are haunting tales of intrigue – a free self-guided tour booklet is available from the visitors’ centre.
For travel information call Chatham-Kent Tourism at 1-800-561-6125 or the Windsor, Essex & Pelee Island Visitors’ Bureau at 1-800-265-3633.
14|SouthernExposureCouples Getaway from $99Chatham-Kent TourismEnjoy a fabulous weekend of wine tasting and picnic lunches in the great southwest.1-800-561-6125
Follow the North Star to Chatham-Kent from $55Chatham-Kent TourismThe Underground Railroad is still taking families on a remarkable journey; come learn the story at two heritage sites.1-800-561-6125
Historic Indulgence from $450Ye Olde Walkerville Bed and BreakfastMake the stately turn-of-the-century neighbourhood in the historic Walkerville area of Windsor your fall colour touring base.(519) 254-1507
Perfect Pelee from $469Pelee Days InnDiscover three great south coast wineries as you tour the harvest landscape of Pelee, Canada’s oldest winemaking region. 1-800-300-2696
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CLOCKWISE, TOP – BOTTOM: Wine Route; Chatham-Kent; Point Pelee National Park.
TIP The tulip tree’s distinctive leaf may have as many as six points and becomes a brilliant yellow in fall. Look for it in Southwestern Ontario.
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Savour Ontario restaurants are dedicated to serving the best and freshest Ontario has to offer.Our province’s bounty of fine foods and wines are just waiting for you to savour.
Use our restaurant finder to locate dining options that are sure to enrich your next getaway with the flavours of our regional cuisine.
www.savourontario.ca
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NoRFoLK-ELGIN-hALDIMAND (490 km/305 mi.) • Sparta’s rich Quaker history is evidenced in many of its restored buildings that date back to 1825. Today it is dotted with antique and specialty gift shops, art galleries, and a lovely tea room. Antique hunters will delight in the treasures found in Delhi, Port Rowan, Simcoe, Port Dover and Waterford. Waterford also puts on a colourful festival for all ages: Pumpkinfest, held each October. Stop by the Long Point Bird Observatory and do a little birding in the local woods and then watch bird banders at work. Pick your own apples and pumpkins, then find your way through the corn maze at Birtch Farms, just north of Woodstock. Dunnville’s Farmers’ Market runs Tuesdays and Saturdays until late October.
For travel information call Norfolk Tourism at 1-800-699-9038.
15|Ontario’sSouthCoastLighthouses, Leaves and a Taste of the County –
$189At Play AdventuresExplore the Lake Erie shoreline, farmers’ markets, festivals and back country touring, and stay in a Long Point cottage. (519) 586-2301
Riverside Charm – $199Lalor Estate InnCharming Dunnville is your destination for fall golf, great dining and shopping in the heritage district.(905) 774-5438
Rural Rambling and Retreats from $80County of Elgin TourismVisit Canada’s smallest jail, shop for antiques and local art, and enjoy warm hospitality.(519) 773-2318
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CLOCKWISE, TOP – BOTTOM: Lake Erie; Port Dover; Southern Ontario.
TIP Backus Woods, just north of Port Rowan, is Canada’s largest Carolinian forest. Hike the interpretive trails and learn to identify many uncommon, southern hardwoods.
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FERGUS – PoRT MAITLAND (185 km/115 mi.) • One of the first waterways in Ontario to be designated a Canadian Heritage River, the Grand River is rich in natural and cultural diversions. In Wellington North, discover tastes and treats as you drive the Butter Tart Trail. Or for spectacular views, explore the caves, cliffs and waterfalls of the Rockwood and Elora Gorge conservation areas. Shoppers will love browsing the quaint shops of St. Jacobs, Fergus and Elora. Spend a day canoeing the river or cycling the Trans-Canada Trail through Paris and on to Brantford. Tour Ruthven, a Greek Revival mansion at Ruthven Park; the grounds are open daily for hiking, birdwatching and picnicking. The region’s rolling farmland offers up a variety of fresh produce – stop at one of many roadside markets.
For travel information call the Grand River Conservation Authority at 1-866-900-4722.
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CLOCKWISE, TOP – BOTTOM: Butter Tart Trail, Arthur; Grand River; Bell Homestead, Brantford.
Gardens, Gateposts & Gourmet from $190 Benjamin’s Inn & RestaurantEnjoy a taste of rural Ontario, from orchard stores to chocolatiers, and the St. Jacobs Farmers’ Market. (519) 664-3731
Guelph Harvest Cuisine Getaway from $249Delta Guelph HotelSavour the taste of local foods from Guelph and Wellington County and get lost in a five-acre maze.1-866-520-4552
Grand Times and Grand Memories from $200The Alexandra B&BMake this century-old B&B your base for exploring the Grand’s cultural attractions, farmers’ markets and quaint shops.(519) 758-8077
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NIAGARA RIvER PARKWAy & WINE CoUNTRy (200 km/124 mi.) • Referred to by Winston Churchill as “the prettiest Sunday afternoon drive in the world,” the Niagara River Parkway leaves little to be desired. Here, the rock faces of the Niagara Gorge and War of 1812 monuments meet lush orchards and vineyards. Many stops, including Jordan and Niagara-on-the-Lake, are rich in scenic views, shopping, golf and heritage. Fall is a great time to visit local wineries – go midweek so you can take your time. Ball’s Falls Conservation Area has great picnic spots; its Thanksgiving Festival brings together more than 140 artisans, living history demonstrations, and musicians beneath a fall canopy. Look for Canada’s largest maple tree, the Comfort Maple, just outside of Pelham, estimated to be more than 500 years old.
For travel information call the Niagara-on-the-Lake Chamber of Commerce at 1-888-619-5985.
17|TheWorld’sPrettiestDriveTaste the Season from $100 Wineries of Niagara-on-the-Lake Savour delicious wine and food pairings and true Niagara hospitality at each of 18 area wineries.1-888-619-5985
Niagara Wine Festival from $90Niagara Wine Festival Toast the grape harvest and enjoy 10 days of celebrations along Niagara’s famous Wine Route, Septemer 19 to 28. 1-888-619-5985
45th Annual Heritage House Tourfrom$80Niagara FoundationEnjoy a delightful harvest-time tour of heritage homes, September 12 to 14, in the heart of bucolic wine country.1-888-619-5985
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CLOCKWISE, TOP – BOTTOM: Niagara; Niagara River Parkway; Vineland.
TIP The best vantage point in the Niagara Peninsula to observe the annual hawk migration, Beamer Memorial Conservation Area just south of Grimsby, has a panoramic view of the Niagara Escarpment and Lake Ontario.
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