EXPLORING ON A SLED

Ride the Best Snowmobile Trails in Ontario

Once the snow flies, the trails come alive. Recreational and avid snowmobilers alike flock to the Haliburton Highlands to start their engines on some of the best snowmobile trails in Ontario. Cottage country lies in the middle of Ontario’s extensive snowmobile network, and more than 1600 kms of OFSC trails crisscross the region.

We invite you to enjoy hundreds of kilometers of groomed, signed trails with some pretty spectacular scenery along the way in the Haliburton Highlands. You’ll ride everything from an abandoned rail line, to dense bush, to hydro corridors and the only trail through Algonquin Park.

Many resorts even offer snowmobile packages as well as tours and introductory lessons, making it possible for you to literally sled to their front door.

If you are looking for the most up to date trail conditions, please visit the OFSC website.

Trail Premits are mandatory, to get yours please click here.  We hope you’ll support one of our local trail building clubs listed below.

Self Guided Tours & Loops

The Haliburton Highlands has excellent snowmobiling loops for you to try. The Forest and Rail Loop (FAR loop) & the Trailblazer Tour Loop are excellent day rides.  As well, Ontario’s most famous snowmobiling loop, The Round Algonquin Park Tour (RAP Tour) goes right through the Haliburton Highlands.

Snowmobiling vacations

Haliburton Highlands has all kinds of different accommodations that are snowmobiling friendly to suit everyone’s particular need.  Whether it be close to the trails, equipment rentals, inclusive packages and deals, trailer parking, and great food & drink to keep you from being hungry.

Dominion Hotel

The Dominion Hotel is a quaint historic in located in downtown Minden, Ontario right on the HCSA trail #112 beside the Gull River bridge.

We offer generous portions of good food, ample beverages and warm and comfortable overnight accommodations. Whether its a stop on the way through town or a warm and relaxed spot for the night, the Dominion has lots to offer. We have space in our parking lot for guests to park their vehicles and snowmobile trailers.

Haliburton Forest & Wild Life Reserve

Haliburton Forest’s location at the top of the Algonquin Dome boasts unmatched winter snowmobiling conditions. Having our own private 400 kms trail system we are committed to creating an exceptional winter getaway experience. By limiting the number of passes sold daily riders never experience a back-to-back line up allowing them to truly enjoy the beauty of the forest around them. 

Gasoline, oil, snowmobile rentals, accommodations, and food are available at Base Camp (with free parking) near Kennisis Lake.

Harmony Resorts – South Algonquin

Located at exit 626 of the Trailblazers Tour Loop, we have gas, food and a warm welcome for our snowmobiling friends. Our store is open daily from 9-5. We have cottage rentals available all winter, including newly renovated units with water year-round.

Our park is right on the waterfront of Benior Lake and across the street from Algonquin Provincial Park. Come visit us this winter and see why snowmobilers have been coming here for years!

Lakeview Motel

Great location, S/W of the Village of Haliburton. Our 1.5 km feeder trail connects with the B103 between trails 18 & 7. We have extended parking for trailers & direct room parking for your sleds. Warm up with a private outdoor hot tub, or just get cozy indoors. Rooms have wifi, fibre optic cable tv, in room coffee, fridge &  microwave. BBQ’s are available throughout the property and you can book breakfast before you head back out on the trails.

Call us for the best price. The GPS coordinates of the trail head intersection are: 45.0439N 78.5447W.

Sandy lane resort

16 fully winterized cabins with 1,2 & 3 bedrooms and with sled parking at your cottage. We have 4 hot tub cabins and wood burning fire places in every cabin which includes the fire wood. We have premium fuel available for sale on site. Minutes off the B trail on Halls Lake Road at the base of trail 15. We have a selection of home made food that is heat and serve on site for your convenience. All our cabins have a fridge, stove, microwave, Coffee Maker, Toaster, BBQ, and Bell satellite TV. We supply pillows, linens and and towels. Just show up and enjoy. With enough notice we can direct you to places where you can rent a skidoo and have it delivered to our site for you to enjoy the weekend or a week.

Shalom by the lake

We are located on the shores of Halls lake, just off OFSC’s B route, and part of the RAP tour, making this the ideal location for your next sledding adventure.

Sled and stay in a fully-equipped cozy cottage, or rent our Lodge that sleeps up to 40 people for your large-sized group getaway. Meal packages are available, and prepared by our on-site trained chef, upon request. 

End your evenings warming up beside your personal outdoor fire pit, with firewood included. Plenty of parking for your trailers and trucks. Fuel is available for our guests. 

Check out our special snowmobilers packages online or contact us directly to plan, and book your upcoming winter getaway!

Sir Sam’s Inn & Spa

Located on Eagle Lake, just off B Trail, is Sir Sam’s Inn and Spa. Enjoy fantastic dining, well appointed rooms with wood burning fireplace and lakeview’s… and don’t forget the WaterSpa once you are off the trails. Our WaterSpa will massage your upper and lower back, legs and head with water therapy after a long day on the trails.

OFSC members receive special rates when booking the OFSC Snowmobile Rate, OFSC members to receive a 10% discount. Choose larger accommodations for up to 4 or 6 or individual lakeside rooms. Join us in our Twin Fires dining room for made-to-order Country Breakfast each morning and 3 course gourmet meal each evening.