May 14, 2026 | Day Trips, Insider's Blog
Barnum Creek Read Story By Rick Whitteker – Nature writer & outdoor guide It’s a win/win situation. Simon Payne, local owner of the ecologically based landscaping company Grounded, bid on a guided hike experience, a fundraiser for the Haliburton Highlands...
May 4, 2026 | Day Trips, Insider's Blog
Follow Highway 35 A Scenic Day Trip North Image: Gull River – White Water By Eric Casper, Minden Resident & Tourism Coordinator A drive through the Haliburton Highlands is always a good idea, no matter the season. This day trip along Highway 35 offers a...
Feb 1, 2026 | Day Trips, Insider's Blog
Birding in Haliburton County Read Story 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...
Aug 7, 2025 | Day Trips, Insider's Blog, Paddling Journey
A Hidden Gem for Paddling and Adventure Read Story Image: Gull River – White Water By Devon Proulx I first discovered the Minden Whitewater Preserve through my family, who had been visiting long before I could paddle a boat. It’s not just where I learned to...
Nov 14, 2023 | Arts & Culture, Day Trips, Insider's Blog, Where to Hike
Art in the Park Read Story Looking for a great year-round destination that is not weather dependent and shines in every season? You need to discover the Haliburton Sculpture Forest! Found in Glebe Park, just outside the Village of Haliburton and adjacent to the...
Oct 4, 2023 | Day Trips, Insider's Blog, Paddling Journey, Where to Hike
Pick your adventure at High Falls Read Story By Rick Whitteker – Nature writer & outdoor guide I like taking the road less travelled. During my international travel days, I enjoyed the adventure of avoiding the bolded attractions in the Let’s Go or Lonely...