Just as you remember it
Haliburton Highlands
“… for an authentically Canadian experience come wander a world-class destination like no other…”
Where to stay
Fall asleep to nature’s symphony
Outdoor Adventure
Go big or go home
Where to Eat
Hot meals made by cool people
Arts & Culture
Best experienced hands-on
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What do the Haliburton Highlands look like to you?
Jumping off the dock with your kids? A serene hike through the woods? Enjoying local food and drink with your friends?
Explore a sample of photos from the Haliburton Highlands below and share your own experiences on social media by using #myhaliburtonhighlands.
Stories from Haliburton Highlands
The Harburn Wells
Hidden Mysterious Potholes By Haliburton Highlands Deep in the forests of Haliburton Highlands, high above the Little Drag River, lies a geologic mystery unlike anything else in Ontario. Known as the Harburn Wells, these perfectly round and cylindrical holes — ten or...
Birding in the Haliburton Highlands
Birding in Haliburton County By Ed Poropats - Naturalist & Photographer As a local birder and naturalist, I am often asked “Hey, where are some good places to bird locally? What specialty species should I look for?” In this article, I’d like to share some of my...
Summer camps
Adventure for the Young Summer camps in the Haliburton HighlandsDid you know that the first summer camps in the province were founded in 1900. Since that time, Ontario and especially the Haliburton Highlands have become home to many of the camps where kids experience...
Pet Friendly
Travelling with Pets Share your experiences togetherPlanning on bringing your pet with you on your next getaway? The Haliburton Highlands has a number of pet friendly cottage rentals, resorts and motels for you to choose from in Ontario’s favourite getaway...
Health & Wellness
Do Less, Get More Rejuvenate in the Haliburton Highlands!What is rejuvenation season? It is that time of year when you allow yourself to slow down and do less. A time to recharge after an adventure-filled Summer and a glorious Fall Colour Season, and before the...
Things in the Spring to do
Cool things to do in Spring Experience the Rejuvenation SeasonHere in the Haliburton Highlands we LOVE spring. As the snow melts and native Haliburtonians put away their snowshoes and skis, we welcome the warmth, the new growth, (and yes the mud!) of the spring...
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The drive alone is worth it
“…one of the most scenic highway in Ontario.” – Wikipedia
- 2.5 Hours Drive from Toronto
- 3.5 Hours Drive from Ottawa
- 4.5 Hours Drive from Buffalo
- 8 Hours Drive from Quebec City
We respectfully acknowledge that the region currently know as the Haliburton Highlands is located on Treaty 20 Michi Saagiig territory, and in the traditional territory of the Michi Saagiig and Chippewa Nations, collectively known as the Williams Treaties First Nations, which are Curve Lake, Rama, Hiawatha, Alderville, Scugog Island, Beausoleil and Georgina Island First Nations.
As well, we acknowledge a shared presence of Indigenous nations throughout the area, and recognize its original, Indigenous inhabitants as the stewards of its lands and waters since time immemorial.