Summer Activities
Wondering what things there are to do in Magnetawan? Wonder no more! We’ve got some ideas to get you started. Here are some of our top picks:
On the property
Boating & Fishing
You can bring your own small boat and launch at our lakefront.
Ahmic Lake is at your doorstep with day trips up the Magnetawan River through the locks in the village of Magnetawan. Ride up to Burk’s Falls on Lake Cecebe and the Magnetawan River (fees are applicable to pass through the locks.) Or, stay on one of the lakes and do some sight-seeing, taking in the beautiful cottages and homes.
On Ahmic Lake, the surrounding lakes, and the Magnetawan River, you can catch many fish, like Walleye, Smallmouth Bass, and Pike. If you need fishing gear, bait and tackle, or fishing licenses, the Magnetawan Bait and Tackle is only a 5 minute drive down the road.
Swimming
There’s nothing better than a cooling dip to escape the summer heat! Our pool is open seasonally from June through August. Open and close dates vary based on weather and other factors, make sure to contact us before your stay to check the status of the pool.
If a beach is more your thing, there is a wonderful public beach that you can swim at in Magnetawan Centennial Park, only a 7 minute drive from Quiet Bay.
Camp fire fun
Pull up a Muskoka chair and enjoy a campfire at our fire pit down by the lake. Our large fire pit has room for 6 people to sit together comfortably. Buy some marsh-mellows and firewood from the nearby Magnetawan Bait and Tackle and get ready for some tasty fire-cooked treats!
Keep note that we have to adhere to local fire ratings for safety and to reduce the chance of forest fires. Check the latest fire rating so you know when you’re allowed to light a fire, or check with us if you have any doubts.
Pontoon Boat tour with Scotty’s Lake Tours
Depart right from Quiet Bay’s docks on a 24-foot pontoon boat (seats 8-10 adults, driver included) and enjoy a tour of Ahmic Lake with Scotty’s Lake Tours!
Scotty’s Lake Tours offers sight seeing, swimming and some basic fishing.
Tours are priced by the hour. Get in touch with Scotty’s Lake Tours for availability and a quote!
Nearby
Cruise the beauty of Georgian Bay with Parry Sound Cruise Lines
Enjoy a beautiful cruise amongst the 30,000 Islands on Georgian Bay with Parry Sound Cruise lines! They offer boat cruises and private charters aboard the M.V. Chippewa.
Enjoy afternoon, evening, and dinner cruises, plus private charters. Their season starts May 15th and ends October 15th. They are located in Parry Sound— a 40-minute drive from Quiet Bay.
Whitewater Rafting on The Mag
The Magnetawan river explodes out of Kneopfli Falls (just down the road from Quiet Bay) as its spring flood waters pour out towards Georgian Bay. The Mag river is an exciting early spring rafting experience offering high volume, technical class III-IV whitewater.
Esprit Whitewater Rafting is a local company that can guide you through your own whitewater adventure!
Tours depart right from the Quiet Bay parking lot.
The Screaming Heads of Midlothian - Outdoor Art Gallery
Only a 25 minute drive from Quiet Bay, artist Peter Camani has been creating spectacular sculptures on his 310 acres of property for years, including medieval castles, towers, giant concrete sculptures, and even a massive spider-web gate!
His property is home to many ducks, peacocks, and chickens as well, and has a river running through it. There are many trails to explore as you wander amongst larger-than-life sculptures.
It is free to enter, but donations are accepted.
Explore the wondrous world of minerals, gems, and arts at The Crystal Cave
Crystal Cave Canada is home to a mineral exhibit, learning centre, artisan village, and a unique crystal shoppe in the heart of South River, only 20 minutes from Quiet Bay.
Come explore a world of crystals, fossils and minerals on exhibit, and spend time in the enchanting Crystal Shoppe, which has been decorated to look and sound like a fairytale forest.
Hiking
There are many hiking trails to explore in the area. Here are a few to get you started!
Magnetawan:
Whitestone:
Wildlife watching
Quiet Bay is home to many animals! Dawn and dusk are the best time to see wildlife— and a morning or evening drive will only increase your chances of seeing something! A drive down old Nippising road is a great spot to see moose- and if you’re brave- during a night drive with the windows down, you might hear wolves howling.
May-June are the best time for seeing moose and bear
December-March is an excellent time for deer watching, as Ahmic Lake is a deer wintering ground
Here’s just a sample of animals we’ve had right on the property
Black bears, eastern wolves, red foxes
Moose and White-tailed Deer
Beavers and muskrat (we have 2 lodges in our bay!)
Bald eagles, Broadwing Hawks, Coopers Hawks, and Barred Owls
Hummingbirds, ravens, and wild turkeys
Pileated woodpeckers, Flickers, Hairy woodpeckers, and Downy woodpeckers
Woodcock, wood ducks, mallards, and geese
Snapping turtles, Painted turtles, Garter snakes and Red belly snakes (all non-venomous!)
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