Gail's Guidebook
Deerwwod Guest Suite/Bachelor Apartment
Haliburton
Theatre: Highlands Summer Festival
2023 Season ... can you feel the love?
The summer run opens with the four-star musical She Loves Me. George and Amalia, co-workers in a cosmetic shop, haven’t been getting along. Their adversarial relationship continues even though they have been exchanging letters after they both responded to a lonely-hearts advertisement. You will love the characters and songs in this award-winning musical.
An intimate and touching show, featuring music by Jerry Bock and Sheldon Harnick (Fiddler on the Roof) and book by Joe Masteroff (Cabaret). Considered by many to be the most charming musical ever written, She Loves Me is a warm romantic comedy with an endearing innocence and a touch of old-world elegance. The Mikos Lazlos play Parfuemerie, on which it is based, has inspired many adaptations, including the beloved film You've Got Mail starring Meg Ryan and Tom Hanks.
Set in a 1930s European perfumery, we meet shop clerks, Amalia and Georg, who, more often than not, don't see eye to eye. After both respond to a "lonely hearts advertisement" in the newspaper, they now live for the love letters that they exchange, but the identity of their admirers remains unknown. Join Amalia and Georg to discover the identity of their true loves... and all the twists and turns along the way!
She Loves Me was nominated for five Tony Awards in 1964. The 1993 Broadway revival won the Olivier Award for Best Musical Revival, the Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Revival of a Musical and the 1994 Critics Circle Award for Best Musical, while the 2016 Broadway Revival snagged the Tony Award for Best Scenic Design (beating Hamilton!).
Opens on July 3 for ten performances. Recommended for ages 10 and up. We encourage you to use your judgment based on your child's age and maturity level.
Ninety-one-year-old political activist Vera Joseph’s solitary existence is entirely shaken when her grandson, Leo, appears at the door in the middle of the night. Leo is fresh from a cross-country bike ride and assures Vera that he won’t stay long. Leo, however, is in crisis, confused by an on-again, off-again romance, furious with his mother’s incessant meddling, and grieving deeply for his best friend and biking partner, Micah, who is recently deceased. While Leo seeks solace in his grandmother, Vera finds companionship in another person for the first time since the loss of her husband, Joe. A finalist for the 2013 Pulitzer Prize in Drama, Amy Herzog’s 4000 Miles is a compassionate, intimate, and frequently funny play that examines the love of the family we can choose, the family we can’t, and the healing power of trust
Opens on July 17 for eight performances. This production contains mature themes and strong language. Recommended for ages 13 and up. We encourage you to use your judgment based on your child's age and maturity level.
Dan Needles and Ian Bell take us on a crop tour of today’s rural Ontario with all new stories and songs. Ian is a founding performer for CBC’s Vinyl Café and Dan is the author of the beloved Wingfield Farm stage comedies. Together they explore the rural-urban divide that puzzles so many newcomers to the country.
Prepare to be coached and instructed in the ancient rituals by two experts in the field.
Opens July 26 for three performances. Recommended for ages 10 and up. We encourage you to use your judgment based on your child's age and maturity level.
Inside Mrs. Joe Bradshaw—a 42-year-old mother of two grown children—is the former Shirley Valentine longing to get out. Her hope and self-confidence are badly shattered by school, marriage, and life, she is reduced to talking to the kitchen wall while preparing her husband’s evening meal—to be on the table as he opens the front door every night. As she sips a glass of wine she dreams of drinking in the country where the grapes are grown. Her feminist friend offers her a holiday in Greece and, with great trepidation and a lot of forward planning, Shirley seizes the opportunity and goes, encountering a totally new lifestyle. Shirley, breaking out of the mould cast for her by society, is brilliantly shown with humour, warm sympathy, and human insight. This hilariously engaging play was a hit in London and New York, performed by Pauline Collins, who later recreated her role on film garnering an Oscar nomination. Playwright Willy Russell also wrote Educating Rita and Blood Brothers.
Opens July 31 for five performances. This production contains mature themes. Recommended for ages 13 and up. We encourage you to use your judgment based on your child's age and maturity level.
Early Morning Rain! featuring Leisa Way and the Wayward Wind Band takes audiences on a musical journey that tells the story of Canada’s own Gordon Lightfoot. His songs are known worldwide, and his remarkable career spans over half a century. Lightfoot is a legend, in his own lifetime. After 50 years of hit song-making and international album sales well into the multi-millions, it’s safe to say that legendary singer-songwriter Gordon Lightfoot resides atop the list of all-time greats with hits like “Early Morning Rain,” “If You Could Read My Mind,” “Carefree Highway,” “Sundown,” “For Lovin’ Me,” “Canadian Railroad Trilogy,” “Ribbon of Darkness,” “The Wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald”, “Did She Mention My Name” and “Beautiful,” just to name a few. Lightfoot has recorded 20 albums, has 5 Grammy nominations, 17 Juno Awards, and earned 16 number ones, 18 top 10s and 21 top 40 hits. Other great artists who have recorded his songs include Elvis Presley, Bob Dylan, Johnny Cash, Eric Clapton, Hank Williams, Jr., Judy Collins, Barbra Streisand, Peter Paul & Mary, Glen Campbell, and Toby Keith. In 2012, Lightfoot’s legacy was further enhanced when he was inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame and decorated with the Governor General’s Award and the Companion to the Order of Canada Honor of Merit. In 2023, Gordon Lightfoot turns 85, and this concert is a phenomenal way of celebrating this Canadian legend’s birthday!
Opens on August 6th for five performances. Recommended for ages eight and up. We encourage you to use your judgment based on your child's age and maturity level.
Highlands Summer Festival
5358 County Road 212023 Season ... can you feel the love?
The summer run opens with the four-star musical She Loves Me. George and Amalia, co-workers in a cosmetic shop, haven’t been getting along. Their adversarial relationship continues even though they have been exchanging letters after they both responded to a lonely-hearts advertisement. You will love the characters and songs in this award-winning musical.
An intimate and touching show, featuring music by Jerry Bock and Sheldon Harnick (Fiddler on the Roof) and book by Joe Masteroff (Cabaret). Considered by many to be the most charming musical ever written, She Loves Me is a warm romantic comedy with an endearing innocence and a touch of old-world elegance. The Mikos Lazlos play Parfuemerie, on which it is based, has inspired many adaptations, including the beloved film You've Got Mail starring Meg Ryan and Tom Hanks.
Set in a 1930s European perfumery, we meet shop clerks, Amalia and Georg, who, more often than not, don't see eye to eye. After both respond to a "lonely hearts advertisement" in the newspaper, they now live for the love letters that they exchange, but the identity of their admirers remains unknown. Join Amalia and Georg to discover the identity of their true loves... and all the twists and turns along the way!
She Loves Me was nominated for five Tony Awards in 1964. The 1993 Broadway revival won the Olivier Award for Best Musical Revival, the Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Revival of a Musical and the 1994 Critics Circle Award for Best Musical, while the 2016 Broadway Revival snagged the Tony Award for Best Scenic Design (beating Hamilton!).
Opens on July 3 for ten performances. Recommended for ages 10 and up. We encourage you to use your judgment based on your child's age and maturity level.
Ninety-one-year-old political activist Vera Joseph’s solitary existence is entirely shaken when her grandson, Leo, appears at the door in the middle of the night. Leo is fresh from a cross-country bike ride and assures Vera that he won’t stay long. Leo, however, is in crisis, confused by an on-again, off-again romance, furious with his mother’s incessant meddling, and grieving deeply for his best friend and biking partner, Micah, who is recently deceased. While Leo seeks solace in his grandmother, Vera finds companionship in another person for the first time since the loss of her husband, Joe. A finalist for the 2013 Pulitzer Prize in Drama, Amy Herzog’s 4000 Miles is a compassionate, intimate, and frequently funny play that examines the love of the family we can choose, the family we can’t, and the healing power of trust
Opens on July 17 for eight performances. This production contains mature themes and strong language. Recommended for ages 13 and up. We encourage you to use your judgment based on your child's age and maturity level.
Dan Needles and Ian Bell take us on a crop tour of today’s rural Ontario with all new stories and songs. Ian is a founding performer for CBC’s Vinyl Café and Dan is the author of the beloved Wingfield Farm stage comedies. Together they explore the rural-urban divide that puzzles so many newcomers to the country.
Prepare to be coached and instructed in the ancient rituals by two experts in the field.
Opens July 26 for three performances. Recommended for ages 10 and up. We encourage you to use your judgment based on your child's age and maturity level.
Inside Mrs. Joe Bradshaw—a 42-year-old mother of two grown children—is the former Shirley Valentine longing to get out. Her hope and self-confidence are badly shattered by school, marriage, and life, she is reduced to talking to the kitchen wall while preparing her husband’s evening meal—to be on the table as he opens the front door every night. As she sips a glass of wine she dreams of drinking in the country where the grapes are grown. Her feminist friend offers her a holiday in Greece and, with great trepidation and a lot of forward planning, Shirley seizes the opportunity and goes, encountering a totally new lifestyle. Shirley, breaking out of the mould cast for her by society, is brilliantly shown with humour, warm sympathy, and human insight. This hilariously engaging play was a hit in London and New York, performed by Pauline Collins, who later recreated her role on film garnering an Oscar nomination. Playwright Willy Russell also wrote Educating Rita and Blood Brothers.
Opens July 31 for five performances. This production contains mature themes. Recommended for ages 13 and up. We encourage you to use your judgment based on your child's age and maturity level.
Early Morning Rain! featuring Leisa Way and the Wayward Wind Band takes audiences on a musical journey that tells the story of Canada’s own Gordon Lightfoot. His songs are known worldwide, and his remarkable career spans over half a century. Lightfoot is a legend, in his own lifetime. After 50 years of hit song-making and international album sales well into the multi-millions, it’s safe to say that legendary singer-songwriter Gordon Lightfoot resides atop the list of all-time greats with hits like “Early Morning Rain,” “If You Could Read My Mind,” “Carefree Highway,” “Sundown,” “For Lovin’ Me,” “Canadian Railroad Trilogy,” “Ribbon of Darkness,” “The Wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald”, “Did She Mention My Name” and “Beautiful,” just to name a few. Lightfoot has recorded 20 albums, has 5 Grammy nominations, 17 Juno Awards, and earned 16 number ones, 18 top 10s and 21 top 40 hits. Other great artists who have recorded his songs include Elvis Presley, Bob Dylan, Johnny Cash, Eric Clapton, Hank Williams, Jr., Judy Collins, Barbra Streisand, Peter Paul & Mary, Glen Campbell, and Toby Keith. In 2012, Lightfoot’s legacy was further enhanced when he was inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame and decorated with the Governor General’s Award and the Companion to the Order of Canada Honor of Merit. In 2023, Gordon Lightfoot turns 85, and this concert is a phenomenal way of celebrating this Canadian legend’s birthday!
Opens on August 6th for five performances. Recommended for ages eight and up. We encourage you to use your judgment based on your child's age and maturity level.
Outdoor Evening Music
Look for Musc outdoors in a variety of locations. Here are two to get you started.
Love going to Head Lake Park for live music!
Rotary Music in the Park
every Tuesday evening - June 27th to august 29, 2023
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Haliburton
Love going to Head Lake Park for live music!
Rotary Music in the Park
every Tuesday evening - June 27th to august 29, 2023
Haliburton Highlands Brewing is an award winning micro-brewery producing handcrafted, premium ales as fresh and natural as the Highlands that inspire them! Incorporating local ingredients and operating with sustainable practices are at the heart of HHB.
Live music 7pm-9pm Friday nights starting and wood-fired pizza 5pm-9pm in the summer months
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Haliburton Highlands Brewing
15543 ON-118Haliburton Highlands Brewing is an award winning micro-brewery producing handcrafted, premium ales as fresh and natural as the Highlands that inspire them! Incorporating local ingredients and operating with sustainable practices are at the heart of HHB.
Live music 7pm-9pm Friday nights starting and wood-fired pizza 5pm-9pm in the summer months
Outdoor Activities and Pursuits
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Public Beaches Near Deerwood-
Guests often ask about public beaches close to Deerwood. All the beaches listed below are within 15 to 20 minutes from Deerwood.
1.Kashagawigamog Lake - 1866 Wigamog Road (parking and a portable washroom located at 1879 Wigamog
2.Rotary Head Lake Beach on Head Lake in Haliburton Village –via Park Street
3.Haliburton Lake - 1267 Hodgson Road
4.Eagle Lake - 2661 Eagle Lake Road
5.West Guilford - Pine Lake - 1064 Kennisis Lake Road (Across from the Community Centre - 1061 Kennisis Lake Road)
6.Sandy Cove - Drag Lake - 1201 Dardanelles Road
7.Sand Point - Drag Lake – 1043 Edmonton Trail
The Closest are Number 1 and Number 2
Kashagawigamog Lake (known locally as Kash). It is about 5 minutes away. It is almost hidden from the road but the swimming is great. We swim here often. We will be glad to show where it is.
Rotary Head Lake Beach. It is also about 5 minutes away. The beach is great for young children. The swimming beyond the beach is weedy.
Drag Lake Beaches - We have also done a lot of swimming at both Drag Lake Beaches. They are about 20 minutes away. They are both the best!
Finding the Beach - Haliburton is part of the Municipality of Dysart et al. If you go to the Dysart et al website you will find a map giving the public beach locations. Of course, we will help you find them. Please ask.---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Cross Country Skiing
There are several wonderful near-by locations for cross country skiing. Please check out the following
Haliburton Highlands Nordic Trail and Ski Club
https://www.skihaliburton.com/trail-maps/
Individual Trail Maps are available on the website
From the website:
Please note that HHNTA trail passes entitle you to ski at Glebe Park, Moosewoods, Twin Lakes, and the Wanakita trails. Passes from other local trail systems are not valid on HHNTA trails.
Day passes are available at all trail heads, on a self registration basis: cash only, exact change.
Trail fees:
Adult: $15
Youth (7-18): $8
Children (6 and under): free!
Glebe Park
13.5 kms of classic & skate trails. 1.5 km lit loop for night skiing: lights come on at dusk, stay on until 9pm. Very challenging, technical trails. Right in the Village of Haliburton on Fleming College Drive.
Moosewoods
12.5 kms of classic & skate trails – easy to intermediate – large warming hut – on County Road #14 on the way to Eagle Lake.
Twin Lakes
5 kms of classic & skate trails – easy to intermediate – dog friendly – 12 Mile Lake Road off of Hwy #35 between Minden & Carnarvon.
Wanakita Trails
22 kms of classic-only trails, open to HHNTA season pass holders and day pass holders. Skiers are required to sign-in at the Wanakita office. Please respect the fact that we are being welcomed onto private land:
•no snowshoeing, ski on marked trails only,
•heed all signage.
•Trails open 8:30-4:30
Rotary Head Lake Beach
2 Park StNice Beach suitable for all ages!
ALGONQUIN OUTFITTERS HALIBURTON VILLAGE
Guests often ask where they can rent canoes, kayaks etc. Algonquin Outfitters is one of two locations in Haliburton Village to do so. The other is Joanne Sharpley’s Source for Sports.
From the website: https://algonquinoutfitters.com/store-location/haliburton/
Algonquin Outfitters in Haliburton Village allows you to embrace all the area has to offer by providing a great selection of products and services. Canoes, kayaks, wakeboards, waterskis and towables are ready to go to your boathouse or shoreline. Can’t decide? Test paddle one of our rental or demo boats! In addition to our fleet of boats, our great selection of surfwear, outdoor clothing and footwear make this location the perfect spot to stop on your way to the cottage.
Call 1-866-KAYAKS-0 (1-866-529-2570) to ask about the paddling programs we offer at the Gull River in Minden. We can also arrange to visit your cottage or event to provide paddling instruction, from basic to advanced skills.
CONTACT INFORMATION
218 Highland Street
Haliburton, ON, K0M 1S0
GPS location: 45.0460°, -78.5088°
Get Directions
Phone: 705-457-3737
Toll Free: 1-866-KAYAKS-0
www.boatwerks.net
FEATURES
• – Dogs allowed
• Canoes, kayaks & paddling equipment
• Stand-up paddleboards (SUPs)
• Rental canoes, kayaks, paddleboards, pedal boats & bikes
• Outdoor clothing & footwear
• Souvenirs
• Surf clothing & swimwear
• Wakeboards, waterskis & towables
• Winter outerwear & accessories
• Snowshoes
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Algonquin Outfitters - Haliburton
206 Highland StALGONQUIN OUTFITTERS HALIBURTON VILLAGE
Guests often ask where they can rent canoes, kayaks etc. Algonquin Outfitters is one of two locations in Haliburton Village to do so. The other is Joanne Sharpley’s Source for Sports.
From the website: https://algonquinoutfitters.com/store-location/haliburton/
Algonquin Outfitters in Haliburton Village allows you to embrace all the area has to offer by providing a great selection of products and services. Canoes, kayaks, wakeboards, waterskis and towables are ready to go to your boathouse or shoreline. Can’t decide? Test paddle one of our rental or demo boats! In addition to our fleet of boats, our great selection of surfwear, outdoor clothing and footwear make this location the perfect spot to stop on your way to the cottage.
Call 1-866-KAYAKS-0 (1-866-529-2570) to ask about the paddling programs we offer at the Gull River in Minden. We can also arrange to visit your cottage or event to provide paddling instruction, from basic to advanced skills.
CONTACT INFORMATION
218 Highland Street
Haliburton, ON, K0M 1S0
GPS location: 45.0460°, -78.5088°
Get Directions
Phone: 705-457-3737
Toll Free: 1-866-KAYAKS-0
www.boatwerks.net
FEATURES
• – Dogs allowed
• Canoes, kayaks & paddling equipment
• Stand-up paddleboards (SUPs)
• Rental canoes, kayaks, paddleboards, pedal boats & bikes
• Outdoor clothing & footwear
• Souvenirs
• Surf clothing & swimwear
• Wakeboards, waterskis & towables
• Winter outerwear & accessories
• Snowshoes
Tennis Courts, Basketball Court, Volleyball Court and Outdoor Gym all located at Rotary Park Beach Head Lake Haliburton!
Haliburton Tennis Courts
Tennis Courts, Basketball Court, Volleyball Court and Outdoor Gym all located at Rotary Park Beach Head Lake Haliburton!
Haliburton Sculpture Forest
You can walk the forest path anytime or you can take a free guided tour. It is an easy hike and suitable for all ages.
The lower path leads down to Head Lake where there is a bench and a new dock. The swimming off this dock is great. I swim there often!
From the website:
https://www.haliburtonsculptureforest.ca/guided-tours Free Tours
Each Tuesday at 10:00 am in July and August the Haliburton Sculpture Forest offers free guided tours of the Haliburton Sculpture Forest. Meet at the information kiosk in the parking lot of Fleming College, Haliburton Campus. Wear comfortable walking shoes. Tours are held rain or shine. The tour takes approximately 1 ½ hours. There is no fee but donations are welcome.
Each Wednesday at 12:10 pm in July and August we offer a shorter 40 minute “Curator’s Selection
Tour”.
New this year is the family tour. Enjoy an hour and a half, from 10 am-11:30 on Thursdays, together as a family as you are guided on a themed tour. This tour is suitable for all ages and takes breaks for games related to the tour!
How to get to Fleming College, Haliburton Campus:
Take Industrial Park Road off of CTY Road 21 (just west of the Village of Haliburton). Follow Industrial Park Rd to College Drive. Turn right on College Drive. The College is at the end of the road.
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Haliburton Sculpture Forest
297 College DrHaliburton Sculpture Forest
You can walk the forest path anytime or you can take a free guided tour. It is an easy hike and suitable for all ages.
The lower path leads down to Head Lake where there is a bench and a new dock. The swimming off this dock is great. I swim there often!
From the website:
https://www.haliburtonsculptureforest.ca/guided-tours Free Tours
Each Tuesday at 10:00 am in July and August the Haliburton Sculpture Forest offers free guided tours of the Haliburton Sculpture Forest. Meet at the information kiosk in the parking lot of Fleming College, Haliburton Campus. Wear comfortable walking shoes. Tours are held rain or shine. The tour takes approximately 1 ½ hours. There is no fee but donations are welcome.
Each Wednesday at 12:10 pm in July and August we offer a shorter 40 minute “Curator’s Selection
Tour”.
New this year is the family tour. Enjoy an hour and a half, from 10 am-11:30 on Thursdays, together as a family as you are guided on a themed tour. This tour is suitable for all ages and takes breaks for games related to the tour!
How to get to Fleming College, Haliburton Campus:
Take Industrial Park Road off of CTY Road 21 (just west of the Village of Haliburton). Follow Industrial Park Rd to College Drive. Turn right on College Drive. The College is at the end of the road.
Haliburton RPM
(705) 457-1473
https://www.rpmmarinas.com/
Guests often ask us about Motor Boat / Pontoon Boat Rentals. If you wish to maximize your stay in this way, contact Haliburton RPM. They also have a water ski school.
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Haliburton RPM
5122 Haliburton County Rd 21Haliburton RPM
(705) 457-1473
https://www.rpmmarinas.com/
Guests often ask us about Motor Boat / Pontoon Boat Rentals. If you wish to maximize your stay in this way, contact Haliburton RPM. They also have a water ski school.
Where to go Fishing
Near Deerwood
This question is a little problematic for Peter and me as we are not really fishermen! However, we have seen people fishing in the following locations near Deerwood and we do take our grandchildren fishing.
1. If you do not have a boat:
• At Head Lake at the town docks / boat launch in Haliburton Village
• Along the shore of Head Lake in Haliburton Village at various locations
• Under the bridge just as you enter Haliburton Village
• At the Explore Our Lakes Dock on Head Lake at the Sculpture Forest
2. With a boat
• A great place for family fishing is Grass Lake. We go there with our grandchildren and they catch fish every time!
In the Haliburton Area
• Of course, there are many wonderful lakes in Haliburton County and, accordingly many great fishing spots.
• If you are a serious angler you may wish to check out these links: https://adventurefishingmaps.com/hhd1.htm
Or http://www.fishingmapsplus.com/ontario/haliburton.htm
The OUTDOORS PLUS Store in Haliburton Village will be able to assist you and answer all your fishing questions, Owned by Norm and Karen Perrott and located at 54 York St. Behind the CIBC Building, Outdoors Plus is also the place to get fishing Licenses, Tackle & Live Bait And Fishing Rods & Reels
705-457-3113 outdoorsplus@bellnet.ca
Outdoors Plus
54 York StWhere to go Fishing
Near Deerwood
This question is a little problematic for Peter and me as we are not really fishermen! However, we have seen people fishing in the following locations near Deerwood and we do take our grandchildren fishing.
1. If you do not have a boat:
• At Head Lake at the town docks / boat launch in Haliburton Village
• Along the shore of Head Lake in Haliburton Village at various locations
• Under the bridge just as you enter Haliburton Village
• At the Explore Our Lakes Dock on Head Lake at the Sculpture Forest
2. With a boat
• A great place for family fishing is Grass Lake. We go there with our grandchildren and they catch fish every time!
In the Haliburton Area
• Of course, there are many wonderful lakes in Haliburton County and, accordingly many great fishing spots.
• If you are a serious angler you may wish to check out these links: https://adventurefishingmaps.com/hhd1.htm
Or http://www.fishingmapsplus.com/ontario/haliburton.htm
The OUTDOORS PLUS Store in Haliburton Village will be able to assist you and answer all your fishing questions, Owned by Norm and Karen Perrott and located at 54 York St. Behind the CIBC Building, Outdoors Plus is also the place to get fishing Licenses, Tackle & Live Bait And Fishing Rods & Reels
705-457-3113 outdoorsplus@bellnet.ca
HIKING
Well, well… I did a Google search for “Hiking in Haliburton Village” and this is the list that came up. On the search, each site is listed with an accompanying map. Seems there is an abundance of places to go hiking. I have ** the ones I know that have been recommended and / or the ones closest to Deerwood. Happy Hiking!
**Haliburton County Rail Trail
4.1 (8) · Hiking area
Haliburton, ON, Canada
**Glebe Park
4.5 (18) · Park
Haliburton, ON, Canada
Their website mentions walking trails
**Haliburton Highlands Land Trust
4.2 (6) · Nature preserve
Haliburton, ON, Canada
**Skyline Park
4.6 (71) · Park
Dysart et al, ON, Canada
**Head Lake Rotary Park
4.6 (104) · Park
Haliburton, ON, Canada
Haliburton Highlands Water Trails- Frost Centre Access Point
4.9 (42) · Campground
Algonquin Highlands, ON, Canada
Circuit of Five Viewpoints Trailhead
4.1 (17) · Hiking area
Algonquin Highlands, ON, Canada
Coopers Lookout
4.5 (17) · Hiking area
Algonquin Highlands, ON, Canada
Crests of Kennisis Trailhead
5.0 (3) · Hiking area
Algonquin Highlands, ON, Canada
**Minden River Walk
4.7 (13) · Hiking area
Minden, ON, Canada
Haliburton Forest & Wild Life Reserve Ltd
4.7 (441) · Forestry service
Dysart et al, ON, Canada
Snowdon Park
3.9 (7) · Park
Minden Hills, ON, Canada
**Haliburton Sculpture Forest
4.6 (153) · Tourist attraction
Haliburton, ON, Canada
Algonquin Highlands Trails
No reviews · Tourist attraction
Algonquin Highlands, ON, Canada
Sleepy Hollow
4.7 (18) · Campground
West Guilford, ON, Canada
Whitewater Ontario / Minden Whitewater Preserve
4.8 (67) · Campground
Minden, ON, Canada
**Dahl Forest
4.0 (4) · Nature preserve
Minden Hills, ON, Canada
**Minden Boardwalk
5.0 (1) · Park
Minden, ON, Canada
Booth's Rock Trail
4.7 (127) · Hiking area
Algonquin Highlands, ON, Canada
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Haliburton County Rail Trail
Haliburton County Rail TrailHIKING
Well, well… I did a Google search for “Hiking in Haliburton Village” and this is the list that came up. On the search, each site is listed with an accompanying map. Seems there is an abundance of places to go hiking. I have ** the ones I know that have been recommended and / or the ones closest to Deerwood. Happy Hiking!
**Haliburton County Rail Trail
4.1 (8) · Hiking area
Haliburton, ON, Canada
**Glebe Park
4.5 (18) · Park
Haliburton, ON, Canada
Their website mentions walking trails
**Haliburton Highlands Land Trust
4.2 (6) · Nature preserve
Haliburton, ON, Canada
**Skyline Park
4.6 (71) · Park
Dysart et al, ON, Canada
**Head Lake Rotary Park
4.6 (104) · Park
Haliburton, ON, Canada
Haliburton Highlands Water Trails- Frost Centre Access Point
4.9 (42) · Campground
Algonquin Highlands, ON, Canada
Circuit of Five Viewpoints Trailhead
4.1 (17) · Hiking area
Algonquin Highlands, ON, Canada
Coopers Lookout
4.5 (17) · Hiking area
Algonquin Highlands, ON, Canada
Crests of Kennisis Trailhead
5.0 (3) · Hiking area
Algonquin Highlands, ON, Canada
**Minden River Walk
4.7 (13) · Hiking area
Minden, ON, Canada
Haliburton Forest & Wild Life Reserve Ltd
4.7 (441) · Forestry service
Dysart et al, ON, Canada
Snowdon Park
3.9 (7) · Park
Minden Hills, ON, Canada
**Haliburton Sculpture Forest
4.6 (153) · Tourist attraction
Haliburton, ON, Canada
Algonquin Highlands Trails
No reviews · Tourist attraction
Algonquin Highlands, ON, Canada
Sleepy Hollow
4.7 (18) · Campground
West Guilford, ON, Canada
Whitewater Ontario / Minden Whitewater Preserve
4.8 (67) · Campground
Minden, ON, Canada
**Dahl Forest
4.0 (4) · Nature preserve
Minden Hills, ON, Canada
**Minden Boardwalk
5.0 (1) · Park
Minden, ON, Canada
Booth's Rock Trail
4.7 (127) · Hiking area
Algonquin Highlands, ON, Canada
Sir Sam’s Ski and Ride
Address: 1054 Liswood Rd, Eagle Lake, ON K0M 1M0
Phone: (705) 754-2298
We have had winter guests who have enjoyed a day at Sir Sam’s taking their first ever ski lesion. Our children and grandchildren have also enjoyed snowboarding and skiing at Sir Sam’s.
Winter Ski
From the Website: Bundle up and join us on the hill! Fresh powder, challenging elevations, breathtaking views and friendly staff are waiting for you at Sir Sam’s. Spend your day easily moving from hill to hill on our 1100 foot covered surface lift or your choice of 4 chair lifts (2 quads, 2 doubles). Our goal is to maximize your time by getting you to the top of the hill as quickly and efficiently as possible, allowing you to get in as many runs as possible during your day.
Summer Ride
From the website: May 18 – June 28
XC riding only, no lift service. Bike rental, mechanic and pro shop open weekends only.
June 29 – September 6
Lift service, mechanic service and bike rentals available Saturday to Monday from 11:00am – 4:00pm. Honour system in place for all other days and times (see below).
September 6-8
O-Cup XC Racing. MTB Trails closed to public.
September 7 – October 12
Lift service, bike rental and chalet access available weekends only. Honour system in place for all other days and times (see below).
Off-Hours
Our honour box is in place for those riders and hikers using our cross country trails outside of our operating hours. Off-hour fees are $10 for riders, $5 for hikers and users must deposit a completed waiver and appropriate fee in the red mailbox before starting their activity. Food service limited to drinks and snacks only. Dogs are permitted on hiking trails only and must be leashed at all times.
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Sir Sam's Ski / Ride
1054 Liswood RdSir Sam’s Ski and Ride
Address: 1054 Liswood Rd, Eagle Lake, ON K0M 1M0
Phone: (705) 754-2298
We have had winter guests who have enjoyed a day at Sir Sam’s taking their first ever ski lesion. Our children and grandchildren have also enjoyed snowboarding and skiing at Sir Sam’s.
Winter Ski
From the Website: Bundle up and join us on the hill! Fresh powder, challenging elevations, breathtaking views and friendly staff are waiting for you at Sir Sam’s. Spend your day easily moving from hill to hill on our 1100 foot covered surface lift or your choice of 4 chair lifts (2 quads, 2 doubles). Our goal is to maximize your time by getting you to the top of the hill as quickly and efficiently as possible, allowing you to get in as many runs as possible during your day.
Summer Ride
From the website: May 18 – June 28
XC riding only, no lift service. Bike rental, mechanic and pro shop open weekends only.
June 29 – September 6
Lift service, mechanic service and bike rentals available Saturday to Monday from 11:00am – 4:00pm. Honour system in place for all other days and times (see below).
September 6-8
O-Cup XC Racing. MTB Trails closed to public.
September 7 – October 12
Lift service, bike rental and chalet access available weekends only. Honour system in place for all other days and times (see below).
Off-Hours
Our honour box is in place for those riders and hikers using our cross country trails outside of our operating hours. Off-hour fees are $10 for riders, $5 for hikers and users must deposit a completed waiver and appropriate fee in the red mailbox before starting their activity. Food service limited to drinks and snacks only. Dogs are permitted on hiking trails only and must be leashed at all times.
Haliburton County Snowmobile Association
http://hcsa.ca/
From the website: We invite you to enjoy the HCSA’S 370 kilometers of groomed, signed trails with some pretty spectacular scenery along the way. You’ll ride everything from an abandoned rail line, to dense bush, to hydro corridors and the only trail through Algonquin Park. We are a partner in the world famous RAP (Round Algonquin Park) Tour, Snow Country Snowmobile Region, and a member of the Ontario Federation of Snowmobile Clubs.
How It All Works: More than 100 generous landowners allow us on their property without any compensation. Without their help there would be no HCSA. We cannot thank them enough! Please stay on the trail.
The HCSA has approximately 75 kilometers of trails over lakes; all are marked at 100 yard intervals using more than 800 orange reflective stakes. Then there are the signs you expect showing key safety information and destinations. Hundreds upon hundreds strong including our Trail Guides posted at key intersections.
info@hcsa.ca
P.O. Box 1405 Haliburton, Ontario, KOM 1S0 Phone 705-457-4263
Club House and Shop 171 Mallard Road Haliburton KOM 1S0
Haliburton County Snowmobile Association
171 Mallard RdHaliburton County Snowmobile Association
http://hcsa.ca/
From the website: We invite you to enjoy the HCSA’S 370 kilometers of groomed, signed trails with some pretty spectacular scenery along the way. You’ll ride everything from an abandoned rail line, to dense bush, to hydro corridors and the only trail through Algonquin Park. We are a partner in the world famous RAP (Round Algonquin Park) Tour, Snow Country Snowmobile Region, and a member of the Ontario Federation of Snowmobile Clubs.
How It All Works: More than 100 generous landowners allow us on their property without any compensation. Without their help there would be no HCSA. We cannot thank them enough! Please stay on the trail.
The HCSA has approximately 75 kilometers of trails over lakes; all are marked at 100 yard intervals using more than 800 orange reflective stakes. Then there are the signs you expect showing key safety information and destinations. Hundreds upon hundreds strong including our Trail Guides posted at key intersections.
info@hcsa.ca
P.O. Box 1405 Haliburton, Ontario, KOM 1S0 Phone 705-457-4263
Club House and Shop 171 Mallard Road Haliburton KOM 1S0
Haliburton Sculpture Forest
297 College Drfrom the website:
Abbey Gardens is a not-for-profit charity providing economic and recreational opportunities for our community. Everything we do on-site helps further our mission to create opportunities to learn about living more sustainably. If you want to learn about local food, gardening, energy, sustainable construction techniques, heritage agricultural animals, land restoration or cooking techniques, this is the place to visit!
VISIT ABBEY GARDENS
Our gardens, hiking trails, Food Hub, educational displays and local business partners (including a craft brewery) are all located on-site in the beautiful Haliburton Highlands, Ontario overlooking Grass Lake. Visitors are welcome to tour the gardens, visit our heritage breed ponies and chickens, shop for local food at the Food Hub, enjoy lunch on our new restaurant patio, book a tour of the grounds, hike the trails or participate in one of our programming options.
Enjoy a selection of seasonal sandwiches made on freshly baked buns (vegetarian and meat options available) during regular business hours. Enjoy your lunch on our new screened-in porch!
7 Days A Week!
Sundays: 10am – 5pm
Monday – Saturday: 10am – 6pm
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Abbey Gardens
1012 Garden Gate Drfrom the website:
Abbey Gardens is a not-for-profit charity providing economic and recreational opportunities for our community. Everything we do on-site helps further our mission to create opportunities to learn about living more sustainably. If you want to learn about local food, gardening, energy, sustainable construction techniques, heritage agricultural animals, land restoration or cooking techniques, this is the place to visit!
VISIT ABBEY GARDENS
Our gardens, hiking trails, Food Hub, educational displays and local business partners (including a craft brewery) are all located on-site in the beautiful Haliburton Highlands, Ontario overlooking Grass Lake. Visitors are welcome to tour the gardens, visit our heritage breed ponies and chickens, shop for local food at the Food Hub, enjoy lunch on our new restaurant patio, book a tour of the grounds, hike the trails or participate in one of our programming options.
Enjoy a selection of seasonal sandwiches made on freshly baked buns (vegetarian and meat options available) during regular business hours. Enjoy your lunch on our new screened-in porch!
7 Days A Week!
Sundays: 10am – 5pm
Monday – Saturday: 10am – 6pm
Head Lake Rotary Park
13 York StDorset Aussichtsturm
1191 Dorset Scenic Tower RdGlebe Park
289 College DrHaliburton RPM
5122 Haliburton County Rd 21Museum - Art Gallery - Tourist Information Booth
Haliburton Highlands Museum
Rails End Gallery
Dysart et al Tourist Information Booth
You will be sure to enjoy this wonderful little museum chock full of local history!
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Haliburton Highlands Museum
66 Museum RdYou will be sure to enjoy this wonderful little museum chock full of local history!
Love this converted train station with beautiful exhibits, art for sale and many summer programs!
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Rails End Gallery & Arts Centre
23 York StLove this converted train station with beautiful exhibits, art for sale and many summer programs!
Golf Courses
Haliburton Highlands Golf Course
Peter and I have played this 9 hole course many times. I like that is 9 holes and shorter yardage. The website is right on when it describes it as scenic. We often take pictures at the 8th hole tee which overlooks the lake. It is about 15 minutes from Deerwood.
https://www.haliburtongolf.com
3180 Kashagawigamog Lake Road
Phone: 705-457-2233
From the website: Nestled amongst the towering pines and rolling hills of beautiful Haliburton Highlands, the heart of cottage country, this 9 hole golf course is one of the area's oldest golf courses, dating back to 1932.The short yardage causes golfer to make the mistaken assumption that this is an easy track. Those familiar with the course know that the uneven terrain, hidden hazards and often obscured greens combine to create a challenge capable of testing the lowest handicap golfers and thus can be enjoyed by golfers of all levels.
….with a fully stocked pro shop, licensed clubhouse and patio with a beautiful view.
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Haliburton Highlands Golf Club
3180 Kashagawigamog Lake RdHaliburton Highlands Golf Course
Peter and I have played this 9 hole course many times. I like that is 9 holes and shorter yardage. The website is right on when it describes it as scenic. We often take pictures at the 8th hole tee which overlooks the lake. It is about 15 minutes from Deerwood.
https://www.haliburtongolf.com
3180 Kashagawigamog Lake Road
Phone: 705-457-2233
From the website: Nestled amongst the towering pines and rolling hills of beautiful Haliburton Highlands, the heart of cottage country, this 9 hole golf course is one of the area's oldest golf courses, dating back to 1932.The short yardage causes golfer to make the mistaken assumption that this is an easy track. Those familiar with the course know that the uneven terrain, hidden hazards and often obscured greens combine to create a challenge capable of testing the lowest handicap golfers and thus can be enjoyed by golfers of all levels.
….with a fully stocked pro shop, licensed clubhouse and patio with a beautiful view.
Blairhampton Golf Course
Peter is a golfer and Blairhampton is his golf course of choice. It is about 15 minutes from Deerwood.
http://www.blairhamptongolf.com
1557 Duck Lake Road
From the website: Blairhampton is a premier 18 hole golf course. We are located in the picturesque Haliburton Highlands. Golf amid the natural beauty of the Highlands or relax and enjoy our licensed club house. Blairhampton offers varied terrain, lush fairways and excellent greens-keeping, as well as a fully equipped pro shop, cart rental, rental clubs, and driving range.
• Pay as you Play or Membership
• Practice Range
• Irrigated Throughout
• Power Carts &
Rental Equipment Available
• Licensed Club House
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Blairhampton Golf Club
1557 Duck Lake RdBlairhampton Golf Course
Peter is a golfer and Blairhampton is his golf course of choice. It is about 15 minutes from Deerwood.
http://www.blairhamptongolf.com
1557 Duck Lake Road
From the website: Blairhampton is a premier 18 hole golf course. We are located in the picturesque Haliburton Highlands. Golf amid the natural beauty of the Highlands or relax and enjoy our licensed club house. Blairhampton offers varied terrain, lush fairways and excellent greens-keeping, as well as a fully equipped pro shop, cart rental, rental clubs, and driving range.
• Pay as you Play or Membership
• Practice Range
• Irrigated Throughout
• Power Carts &
Rental Equipment Available
• Licensed Club House
Lakeside Golf Course
http://www.lakesidegolfclubhaliburton.com
Peter and I have played Lakeside a few times. It is a good place for the beginner golfer and the patio dining area overlooking Green Lake is nice for lunch even without golf.
From the website: Lakeside Golf Club was built in the 1950's. This mature course is designed to provide challenge and enjoyment to golfers of all skill levels. With a series of three sets of tee blocks measuring 3235 yards from the blue tees, this nine hole par 36 golf course is surrounded by evergreens, rolling hills and breathtaking views of Green Lake. The signature hole features a 589 yard par 5, with a sizable pond in front of the green. Golfers are fully challenged regarding club selection and strategy on this hole.
Lakeside is one of the few courses that do not use pesticides as we are taking a proactive approach on protecting our environment. Lakeside offers 9 and 18 holes with reserved tee off times available. Pay as you play, weekly rates as well as memberships are available.
The Clubhouse has an enjoyable and casual atmosphere, whether you are dining inside, or out on the patio, overlooking Green Lake.
email or call us at lakesidegolfclub@hotmail.com / 705 754 2110
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Lakeside Golf Club Inc
11524 ON-118Lakeside Golf Course
http://www.lakesidegolfclubhaliburton.com
Peter and I have played Lakeside a few times. It is a good place for the beginner golfer and the patio dining area overlooking Green Lake is nice for lunch even without golf.
From the website: Lakeside Golf Club was built in the 1950's. This mature course is designed to provide challenge and enjoyment to golfers of all skill levels. With a series of three sets of tee blocks measuring 3235 yards from the blue tees, this nine hole par 36 golf course is surrounded by evergreens, rolling hills and breathtaking views of Green Lake. The signature hole features a 589 yard par 5, with a sizable pond in front of the green. Golfers are fully challenged regarding club selection and strategy on this hole.
Lakeside is one of the few courses that do not use pesticides as we are taking a proactive approach on protecting our environment. Lakeside offers 9 and 18 holes with reserved tee off times available. Pay as you play, weekly rates as well as memberships are available.
The Clubhouse has an enjoyable and casual atmosphere, whether you are dining inside, or out on the patio, overlooking Green Lake.
email or call us at lakesidegolfclub@hotmail.com / 705 754 2110
Pinestone Golf Course
https://www.pinestone-resort.com/
This golf course is only one minute from Deerwood. Reviews indicate that it is pricey and sometimes great and sometimes not. The resort home page does not have tab for the golf course so I have not added additional information here at Gail’s Guidebook.
Telephone Number
+17054571800
Address
4252 Haliburton County Road 21
Haliburton ON K0M 1S0
Canada
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Pinestone Resort and Conference Centre
4252 Haliburton County Rd 21Pinestone Golf Course
https://www.pinestone-resort.com/
This golf course is only one minute from Deerwood. Reviews indicate that it is pricey and sometimes great and sometimes not. The resort home page does not have tab for the golf course so I have not added additional information here at Gail’s Guidebook.
Telephone Number
+17054571800
Address
4252 Haliburton County Road 21
Haliburton ON K0M 1S0
Canada
Haliburton Highlands Driving Range
https://haliburtondrivingrange.com/
6643 Gelert Rd, Dysart et al, ON K0M 1S0, Canada
The Haliburton Highlands Driving Range is about 8 minutes from Deerwood. The golfers in our family make good use of this facility!
From the website:
…check out our Services, Memberships, Events page and be sure to book your lesson in!
Please contact our Pro- Shop for Custom Lesson packages or for specific Lesson times. Lesson times may be available the day of by calling our pro - shop
1 (705) 457-2199
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Haliburton Driving Range
6643 Gelert RdHaliburton Highlands Driving Range
https://haliburtondrivingrange.com/
6643 Gelert Rd, Dysart et al, ON K0M 1S0, Canada
The Haliburton Highlands Driving Range is about 8 minutes from Deerwood. The golfers in our family make good use of this facility!
From the website:
…check out our Services, Memberships, Events page and be sure to book your lesson in!
Please contact our Pro- Shop for Custom Lesson packages or for specific Lesson times. Lesson times may be available the day of by calling our pro - shop
1 (705) 457-2199
Food scene
Maple Ave Tap and Grill Restaurant is our favourite. With reasonable prices and great comfort food, it is a good choice any time of the day. The Maple also serves up Asian cuisine dishes which are just great.
172 Highland Street
Haliburton
COVID-19 note - There is an outdoor patio and take out is also available. Indoor seating is now available.
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Maple Avenue Tap & Grill
172 Highland StMaple Ave Tap and Grill Restaurant is our favourite. With reasonable prices and great comfort food, it is a good choice any time of the day. The Maple also serves up Asian cuisine dishes which are just great.
172 Highland Street
Haliburton
COVID-19 note - There is an outdoor patio and take out is also available. Indoor seating is now available.
http://www.thepeppermill.ca/
Best place to go for a steak dinner….always great!
I have also had the Louisiana Shrimp Fettuccine and it was delicious!
Located on Hwy 35 about 15 minutes from Deerwood
From the website:
Warm and comfortable, this all-occasion family-style steak and pasta house delivers a just-off-the-dock relaxed atmosphere with rich pine post and beam accent, pine and Cherrywood tables and an inviting bar.
Serving top-quality Angus and AAA beef and fresh, made-from-scratch pasta dishes, The Pepper Mill defines a country charm making it one of the “must do” dinner destinations while travelling in the Haliburton and Minden area.
Our extensive wine list compliments the dinner menu exceptionally and, with our large children’s menu, there’s something great to eat at every occasion.
15141 ON-35, Minden, ON K0M 2K0, Canada 705-489-1939
COVID-19 Note: The Peppermill has set up an outside patio area. Take out is also available. Limited indoor seating is also available. It is a good idea to call first.
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Pepper Mill Steak & Pasta House
15141 ON-35 http://www.thepeppermill.ca/
Best place to go for a steak dinner….always great!
I have also had the Louisiana Shrimp Fettuccine and it was delicious!
Located on Hwy 35 about 15 minutes from Deerwood
From the website:
Warm and comfortable, this all-occasion family-style steak and pasta house delivers a just-off-the-dock relaxed atmosphere with rich pine post and beam accent, pine and Cherrywood tables and an inviting bar.
Serving top-quality Angus and AAA beef and fresh, made-from-scratch pasta dishes, The Pepper Mill defines a country charm making it one of the “must do” dinner destinations while travelling in the Haliburton and Minden area.
Our extensive wine list compliments the dinner menu exceptionally and, with our large children’s menu, there’s something great to eat at every occasion.
15141 ON-35, Minden, ON K0M 2K0, Canada 705-489-1939
COVID-19 Note: The Peppermill has set up an outside patio area. Take out is also available. Limited indoor seating is also available. It is a good idea to call first.
http://www.rhubarbhaliburton.com/
Rhubarb is your best choice for fine dining. It is a little pricey but the food is always great!
From the website: Rhubarb Restaurant offers special features each evening in addition to the new all day menu which showcases local seasonal food. Upscale casual dining in cottage country located on the shores of Mirror Lake in picturesque Haliburton County.
Everything is made in house from the finest local ingredients by Chef Christoph Carl and his amazing team. Rhubarb offers an interesting wine list featuring many Ontario wines as well as an onsite microbrewery.
Imagine a great beer, made locally by people you know and trust. Stop in for a pint at Rhubarb, a glass or two in the tasting room of Boshkung Brewing Company, or at a picnic table alongside beautiful Mirror Lake.
Location: 9201 Hwy 118, Algonquin Highlands, Ontario K0M1J2 | Corner of Hwy 35 and Hwy 118 in Carnarvon. | 705.489.4449
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Rhubarb
9201 ON-118http://www.rhubarbhaliburton.com/
Rhubarb is your best choice for fine dining. It is a little pricey but the food is always great!
From the website: Rhubarb Restaurant offers special features each evening in addition to the new all day menu which showcases local seasonal food. Upscale casual dining in cottage country located on the shores of Mirror Lake in picturesque Haliburton County.
Everything is made in house from the finest local ingredients by Chef Christoph Carl and his amazing team. Rhubarb offers an interesting wine list featuring many Ontario wines as well as an onsite microbrewery.
Imagine a great beer, made locally by people you know and trust. Stop in for a pint at Rhubarb, a glass or two in the tasting room of Boshkung Brewing Company, or at a picnic table alongside beautiful Mirror Lake.
Location: 9201 Hwy 118, Algonquin Highlands, Ontario K0M1J2 | Corner of Hwy 35 and Hwy 118 in Carnarvon. | 705.489.4449
I have had lunch here twice and both times it was great.
The restaurant is located on the Gull River in Minden.
It is “tucked away” inside an antique store….very unique!
3 Invergordon Ave, Minden
(705) 286-1532
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Suwans Thai
3 Invergordon AveI have had lunch here twice and both times it was great.
The restaurant is located on the Gull River in Minden.
It is “tucked away” inside an antique store….very unique!
3 Invergordon Ave, Minden
(705) 286-1532
Great Pub Style Food
A problem for me, due to my arthritis, has been the stairs that are necessary to access the restaurant. Good food and I would especially recommend the wings!
COVID-19 Note: A new outdoor patio at the front has been set up. This perfect and I hope it stays after these strange times are over! Limited indoor seating is also now available.
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McKeck's-Tap and Grill
207 Highland StGreat Pub Style Food
A problem for me, due to my arthritis, has been the stairs that are necessary to access the restaurant. Good food and I would especially recommend the wings!
COVID-19 Note: A new outdoor patio at the front has been set up. This perfect and I hope it stays after these strange times are over! Limited indoor seating is also now available.
A nice old fashioned diner open for all day breakfast and lunch.
Also nice window seating on Highland Street.
COVID-19 Note: picnic table have been set up beside the restaurant for patio seating. Indoor seating is also available.
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Kosy Korner
166 Highland StA nice old fashioned diner open for all day breakfast and lunch.
Also nice window seating on Highland Street.
COVID-19 Note: picnic table have been set up beside the restaurant for patio seating. Indoor seating is also available.
Subway
177 Highland StAlways nice to know there is Subway in Haliburton Village!
Pizza is always a favourite for our grandchildren. If you are here on a Tuesday, it is really 2 for the price of one!
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241 Pizza
167 Highland StPizza is always a favourite for our grandchildren. If you are here on a Tuesday, it is really 2 for the price of one!
Enjoy Mexican Food at this take-out restaurant located inside Castle Antiques on Highland Street.
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Poquito Loco
223 Highland StreetEnjoy Mexican Food at this take-out restaurant located inside Castle Antiques on Highland Street.
Hook Line & Sinker
One of Haliburton's newest restaurants.
126 Highland Street.
New! Mexican food!
My grandson loves the tacos and other family members are in for burritos and rice bowls!
187 Highland Street, Unit 3
Burrito Guyz
New! Mexican food!
My grandson loves the tacos and other family members are in for burritos and rice bowls!
187 Highland Street, Unit 3
Meet Diana, an amazing baker and owner of the Portuguese Princess Bakery.
New in May 2023
187 Highland Street, downstairs below Glecoff's Family Store
The Portuguese Princess Bakery
Meet Diana, an amazing baker and owner of the Portuguese Princess Bakery.
New in May 2023
187 Highland Street, downstairs below Glecoff's Family Store
Nothing quite like a walkabout at the Haliburton County Farmers' Market
Every Tuesday from noon to 4 pm at Head Lake Park
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Haliburton County Farmers' Market
2 Park StreetNothing quite like a walkabout at the Haliburton County Farmers' Market
Every Tuesday from noon to 4 pm at Head Lake Park
A multitude of antiques, a great coffee bar and treats and lots of places to sit and enjoy:)
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Castle Antiques Cafe
223 Highland StA multitude of antiques, a great coffee bar and treats and lots of places to sit and enjoy:)
Sightseeing
Our new Welcome Centre and Tourist Information Centre is located in Head Lake Park, Haliburton Village
Dysart & Al Tourist Info Booth
York StreetOur new Welcome Centre and Tourist Information Centre is located in Head Lake Park, Haliburton Village
The Haliburton Sculpture Forest, in Glebe Park near the village of Haliburton in the Haliburton Highlands of Ontario, Canada, is a unique outdoor collection of sculptures by Canadian and international artists. The trails in the Sculpture Forest—for walking and bike riding in spring, summer and fall and walking, snowshoeing and skiing in the winter—provide changing perspectives of the forest and the sculptures in each of the seasons.
The Sculpture Forest experience is ideal for families looking for an interesting outing, for those who enjoy outdoor trails, and for people looking for a unique artistic experience.
We invite you to tour through this website for more information about the sculptures, the artists, and new additions to the Sculpture Forest and for current projects. Visit our photo gallery to see pictures of the sculptures in all four seasons.
The Sculpture Forest shares the park with the Haliburton Highlands Museum and the Haliburton Campus of Fleming College, home to the Haliburton School of Art + Design; great places to visit after you tour the Sculpture Forest.
Dogs on leashes are welcome. Please clean up after your dog!
Frequently Asked Questions
How long are the Sculpture Forest trails?
The trails are a total of 1.4 kilometres in length.
When is the Sculpture Forest open?
Glebe Park is open from dawn to dusk. In the winter, the ski trails in the Sculpture Forest are lit.
Are dogs allowed in the Sculpture Forest?
Dogs are welcome. Dogs must be under the control of the owner. Please stoop and scoop and deposit in a garbage container.
Is there a cost for entry?
Entrance is by donation. There are donation boxes at the entrances and along the trails
Is the Sculpture Forest accessible?
We are working to improve the accessibility of the Haliburton Sculpture Forest. Some notes on the current accessibility of the space:
The Sculpture Forest Trails are wide and easy to walk on. The surface is fine compacted gravel or earth. The trails are not paved.
Service animals are welcome
Sculptures can be experienced visually and through touch (see our COVID-19 guidelines) [link to COVID guidelines]
For visitors using mobility aids (wheelchairs, walkers, canes, etc.) please note that some pieces have steps leading up to them. There is also a steep hill between "Sound Vessel: Forest" (Number 5 on our map) and "Beaver" (No. 6), which can be avoided using the lower trail.
Entrance is free
We are in the process of adding audio descriptions and tours are available through our PocketSights tour using the "Text to Speech" function
For questions and concerns regarding the accessibility of the Sculpture Forest please contact us.
Can we visit the Sculpture Forest in the winter?
A portion of the Sculpture Forest is accessible by snowshoe or walking in the winter. There is no charge for the snowshoe trail. A number of the trails in the Sculpture Forest become cross-country ski trails in the winter. Walking and snowshoeing is permitted on the ski trails, free of charge. Please follow applicable signage. To ski on the trails, visitors need to buy a trail pass available at the kiosk in the College Parking Lot or at the entrance on Museum Rd.
Is there parking?
Parking is available at both entrances to Glebe Park.
Are there washrooms?
Due to COVID-19, there is NO PUBLIC ACCESS to the washrooms at Haliburton Highlands Museum or Haliburton School of Art + Design. Visitors can use the public washroom in Glebe Park, which is located near the entrance closes to the museum.
Are there guided tours?
We provide free guided tours in July and August, on Tuesdays from 10:00 am to 11:30 am. We have partnered with Yours Outdoors to provide great tours throughout the year. Cost depends on the size of the group. For more information please click here.
Can we have a picnic?
Yes, there are picnic tables in Glebe Park near the entrance to the Sculpture Forest.
Are visitors welcome at the College?
Yes, Fleming College welcomes visitors. There is a café in the College, which is open on weekdays when the College is in session. Please note: Fleming College is not currently open to the public. COVID restrictions apply.
Can we walk or bike from Haliburton Village to the Sculpture Forest?
Yes – on the Head Lake trail – see the Village map for details.
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Haliburton Sculpture Forest
297 College DrThe Haliburton Sculpture Forest, in Glebe Park near the village of Haliburton in the Haliburton Highlands of Ontario, Canada, is a unique outdoor collection of sculptures by Canadian and international artists. The trails in the Sculpture Forest—for walking and bike riding in spring, summer and fall and walking, snowshoeing and skiing in the winter—provide changing perspectives of the forest and the sculptures in each of the seasons.
The Sculpture Forest experience is ideal for families looking for an interesting outing, for those who enjoy outdoor trails, and for people looking for a unique artistic experience.
We invite you to tour through this website for more information about the sculptures, the artists, and new additions to the Sculpture Forest and for current projects. Visit our photo gallery to see pictures of the sculptures in all four seasons.
The Sculpture Forest shares the park with the Haliburton Highlands Museum and the Haliburton Campus of Fleming College, home to the Haliburton School of Art + Design; great places to visit after you tour the Sculpture Forest.
Dogs on leashes are welcome. Please clean up after your dog!
Frequently Asked Questions
How long are the Sculpture Forest trails?
The trails are a total of 1.4 kilometres in length.
When is the Sculpture Forest open?
Glebe Park is open from dawn to dusk. In the winter, the ski trails in the Sculpture Forest are lit.
Are dogs allowed in the Sculpture Forest?
Dogs are welcome. Dogs must be under the control of the owner. Please stoop and scoop and deposit in a garbage container.
Is there a cost for entry?
Entrance is by donation. There are donation boxes at the entrances and along the trails
Is the Sculpture Forest accessible?
We are working to improve the accessibility of the Haliburton Sculpture Forest. Some notes on the current accessibility of the space:
The Sculpture Forest Trails are wide and easy to walk on. The surface is fine compacted gravel or earth. The trails are not paved.
Service animals are welcome
Sculptures can be experienced visually and through touch (see our COVID-19 guidelines) [link to COVID guidelines]
For visitors using mobility aids (wheelchairs, walkers, canes, etc.) please note that some pieces have steps leading up to them. There is also a steep hill between "Sound Vessel: Forest" (Number 5 on our map) and "Beaver" (No. 6), which can be avoided using the lower trail.
Entrance is free
We are in the process of adding audio descriptions and tours are available through our PocketSights tour using the "Text to Speech" function
For questions and concerns regarding the accessibility of the Sculpture Forest please contact us.
Can we visit the Sculpture Forest in the winter?
A portion of the Sculpture Forest is accessible by snowshoe or walking in the winter. There is no charge for the snowshoe trail. A number of the trails in the Sculpture Forest become cross-country ski trails in the winter. Walking and snowshoeing is permitted on the ski trails, free of charge. Please follow applicable signage. To ski on the trails, visitors need to buy a trail pass available at the kiosk in the College Parking Lot or at the entrance on Museum Rd.
Is there parking?
Parking is available at both entrances to Glebe Park.
Are there washrooms?
Due to COVID-19, there is NO PUBLIC ACCESS to the washrooms at Haliburton Highlands Museum or Haliburton School of Art + Design. Visitors can use the public washroom in Glebe Park, which is located near the entrance closes to the museum.
Are there guided tours?
We provide free guided tours in July and August, on Tuesdays from 10:00 am to 11:30 am. We have partnered with Yours Outdoors to provide great tours throughout the year. Cost depends on the size of the group. For more information please click here.
Can we have a picnic?
Yes, there are picnic tables in Glebe Park near the entrance to the Sculpture Forest.
Are visitors welcome at the College?
Yes, Fleming College welcomes visitors. There is a café in the College, which is open on weekdays when the College is in session. Please note: Fleming College is not currently open to the public. COVID restrictions apply.
Can we walk or bike from Haliburton Village to the Sculpture Forest?
Yes – on the Head Lake trail – see the Village map for details.
Skyline Park Rd, Haliburton, ON K0M 1S0, Kanada