EXPLORE THE FALL COLOURS

 

 

 

 

Image – Bear Lake Area

Nothing like a road trip

Weather by car or motorcycle, enjoy the majestic views from the side of the road.

Maple, Aspen & Tamarack

There are so many ways to experience the transform the forest canopy into a blazing sea of red, orange and yellows.

Fall Colour Update

 

  Colour Change Leaf Fall Date Reported Comments
Dorset Lookout Tower 35%  25% Sept 25, 2025 The reds are definitely just hitting peak. Lots of oranges and yellows also. Contrasted with the green of the coniferous, it is quite spectacular. …  Advanced Tickets for Fall Colours
Algonquin Park  80%  20% Sept 25, 2025 There are spectacular viewing opportunities along the Highway 60 Corridor and the Park’s trails and day use areas. Obtain your daily vehicle permit up to five days in advance to guarantee your access to the park. Please use designated parking areas. Do not park on the side of the road, which is dangerous and illegal. To learn more, visit our blog: Fall Colours at Algonquin
Oxtongue Lake  50%  20% Sept 22, 2025 The entire length of the short trail leading to the top of the falls shows spectacular colours. The view from the top of the waterfalls is the best view.
Minden Village 85% 45% Sept 25, 2025 while driving you will see localized spots of oranges & red,
Haliburton Village 30% 1% Sept 17, 2025 The oranges and reds are bright and beautiful in Haliburton Village! Stop by the Haliburton Highlands Museum to find out where you can spot some of the prettiest trees!…. Haliburton Museum
Silent Lake  50%  30% Sept 21, 2025 Silent Lake has many beautiful scenic locations and hiking trails to view fall colours: Lakehead Loop (1.5 km), Bonnies Pond (3 km), and the Lakeshore Hiking Trail (15 km). These trails offer a variety of viewpoints such as a lookout, beaches, heavily forested areas, and many lakeside viewing areas.
Eagle Lake 70% 40% Sept 25, 2025 From the Eagle View Lookout Tower, brilliant pops of reds, splashes of orange, and golden yellows. The north facing slopes are nearing peak colour. From the Eagle View Lookout Tower, a mix of yellows and oranges with some muted browns are emerging daily across the view of the Highlands. The drive between Haliburton Village and Sir Sam’s is a striking display of all colours…. Sir Sam’s Ski & Bike
South Gate Algonquin Park 80% 25% Sept 25, 2025 The colours are changing (thanks to the drought) surprisingly early  www.algonquinsouthgate.com   Enjoy the colours on a stunning drive up Elephant Lake Road, by paddle up the York River or along the High Falls Hiking Trail!     Compl. of Deep Roots Adventure
Wilberforce Village 60% 5% Sept 25, 2025 In such a short time the colours are spreading beautifully. With rustic reds, burnt orange and golden yellows. Parts of the Prospector Trail are a must see.

 

These dates are our best guess for when to see the fall colours this year. Please note, these are just educated guesses based on historical trends. There are many factors that affect when the fall colours will be best for viewing, and these conditions and dates may change slightly from year to year.

 

  • Early fall colour viewing opportunities: September 14 – September 30
  • Peak maple fall colour viewing opportunities: October 1 – October 12
  • Peak golden encore fall colour viewing opportunities: October 13 – 21

Dorset, Halls Lake & Oxtongue Area

Buttermilk Falls

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Eagle Lake, West Guilford & Village of Haliburton Area

Haliburton Highlands Golf Course

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Gooderham, Harcourt & Village of Wilberforce area

Silent Lake Provincial Park

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  • With over 70 lake & over 30 public water access points you can find someway to go every day during this fall season, just ask Deep Roots Adventure
  • Still time to create family memories while searching for treasure, learn more about Geocaching Capital of Canada
  • Two of the best spots for satisfying your hunger are Agnew’s General Store in Wilberforce and Algonquin Cookhouse in Harcourt
  • Experience a guided shamanic journey which combines the outer natural landscape of lush forests & waterfalls with our inner landscaper at Spirit of the Waterfall
  • Explore the rich minerals deposits, unique geological features, and rugged autumn landscapes of the area while enjoying the great hospitality and fine folk of the Highlands
  • If you are driving around looking at the colours why not see if you can find these four ghost towns

Village of Minden & surrounding Area

Panorama Park – Lookout

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We can fix your hunger while you are visiting

Many of our local restaurants and kitchens have delicious options for taking-out, dining-in and enjoying a patio.

With the fall season also here that means it is harvest season… be sure to visit one of our local marketsplaces.

Also check out our Feast ON certified restaurant, as well as our 2 local Breweries, you’re going to be amazed…

 

 

Why not stay overnight and be able to see more of the highlands

Create your own oasis away from the hustle-and-bustle and safely enjoy the space & freedom the Haliburton Highlands has to offer.  Enjoy a truly Canadian cottage experience throughout our vast region at one of our many places to stay.
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