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Things To See &
Do
Festivals & Fairs:
Haliburton Highland Games in July with massed bands, bagpipes,
Scottish country dancing, caber toss, hammer throw, border collie
shepherding demonstrations, live falconry demonstrations. Haliburton
County Fair in August features livestock and horse shows, horse
pull, riding competitions, bands, midway. Many more attractions
throughout the County - see web-site.
www.haliburtoncounty.ca
Restaurants:
There are dozens and dozens of dining spots throughout the County
- little roadside drop-ins, town restaurants, and resort dining
rooms. Following are just a few that come highly recommended by
people we trust or from our own experience. The Wild Orchid Bistro
(Thai food) in Minden has received raves, The Pepper Mill north
of Minden comes well recommended for steak and pasta, The Corner
Café in West Guilford features Italian specialties.
In Haliburton Village, we consistently recommend
the Old Country House for fine cuisine, the Bonnie View Inn for
its excellent food and view of sparkling Lake Kashagawigamog (we
celebrate our anniversary and birthdays there), and McKeck's,
a good, reliable family-style restaurant owned and operated by
ex-NHLer Walt McKechnie (mostly of the Detroit Red Wings) who,
when there in person, can be counted on for an autograph.
Nearby Attractions:
There will never be a dull moment from the time you arrive until
you leave on your journey home! The Haliburton Highlands have
a multitude of activities to offer. From beautiful parks, various
hiking trails, artists and their galleries you will have a relaxing
and enjoyable vacation.
Hiking Trails:
We are surrounded by incredible scenic hiking trails
and wilderness trails! A great compliment to your Haliburton vacation.
Just across the road from the inn are 50 acres of wooded property.
In the area-there are many mapped out trails to visit.
www.trailsandtours.com
www.haliburtontrails.com
Live Theatre:
Rollicking comedies, poignant dramas, stirring music: on stage
each summer at the Northern Lights Pavilion in Haliburton. Six
weekend of outstanding theatre during July and August. 705 457
9933
www.highlandssummerfestival.on.ca
Movie Theatre:
Moulou Theatre in Haliburton 705 457 2637 Beaver
Theatre in Minden 705 286 1400 Highlands Cinema and movie museum
in Kinmount 705 488 2107 (A must see!!)
www.highlandscinemas.com
Golf:
There
are five golf courses within 20 minutes drive of Lake Kash Cottage,
Lakeside Golf Club, Delta Pinestone, Haliburton Highlands Golf
Club, Beaverbrook Golf Course, Blairhampton Golf Club.
Lakeside Golf Club
— 705 754 2110 This golf course is 15 minutes from Lake Kash Cottage
on Highway 118 west of Haliburton overlooking Grass Lake, a beautiful
9-hole course. Par 34 - 2755 yds.
Haliburton Highlands
Golf Course — 705 457 2233 Only 10 minutes from Lake Kash Cottage,
off of South Kashagawigamog Rd. A short but scenic course, Haliburton
Highlands Golf overlooks beautiful Kashagawigamog Lake. It's a
9-hole course, pretty and very hilly, with an exceptional view
of the lake from the 8th tee. Par 33 - 2210 yds.
www.haliburtongolf.com
Blairhampton Golf
Club — 705 286 1315 Ideal for that golf weekend, Off Horseshoe
Rd. North of Minden by Horseshoe Lake. Blairhampton features 18
holes and is noted for varied terrain, lush fairways and excellent
greens-keeping. Par 72 - 6500 yds.
Beaverbrook Golf
Course — 705 286 1378 Off Highway #35 in Minden on the Gull River.
It's 9 holes are well kept with mostly flat terrain and numerous
water hazards. Par 35 - 3010 yds.
www.beaverbrookgolfcourse.com
Delta Pinestone
Golf Course — 705 457 1800 If planning a golf vacation playing
the Pinestone is a must. Located on Hwy 121 just south of village
of Haliburton. Pinestone’s 18-hole course offers picturesque narrow
fairways with a number of challenging dog legs. Overall an excellent
course. Par 71 - 6100 yds.
www.deltapinestone.com
Skiing:
Downhill
Sir Sam's is called one of Haliburton's best
kept secrets, and you'll find out why. With twelve runs and six
lifts including two quad chairs you won't find a lift line at
Sir Sam's! Sir Sam's Ski Area has been a proud tradition in the
Haliburton Highlands for many years, and will continue to be for
many years to come. Located just outside the town of Haliburton,
nestled by Eagle Lake, Sir Sam's provides great skiing in a relaxed
setting. With small lift lines, crisp powder, and friendly staff,
we hope to make Sir Sam's one of your favourite winter destinations.
By E-mail: sirsams.skiarea@candlelight.ca
By Phone: 705-754-2298
By Fax: 705-754-1563
Cross
Country
The Haliburton Cross Country Ski Club Home base and clubhouse
are located at Glebe Park in Haliburton, Ontario. Members have
access to about 100km of trails around Haliburton County.
www.skihaliburton.com
Cross Country Ski
Instruction
www.skiforlife.net
Winterdance
Dogsled Tours:
Discover the thrill of driving a dog team. Winterdance is an Ontario
dogsledding tours company that operates out of the Haliburton
Highlands alongside Algonquin park, and is owned and operated
by husband and wife team Hank DeBruin and Tanya McCready-DeBruin,
with "help" from their 2 young dogsledding sons, Logan 5 and Dustyn
3. Discover the thrill of dogsledding by learning to drive a dogteam!
Explore Haliburton's breathtaking wilderness dog sledding in magical
silence for 1 hour, 1/2 day, full day, moonlite or multi-day dog
sledding trip packages (705) 457-5281
www.winterdance.com
Snowmobiling:
Many dream of snowmobiling in the Haliburton Highlands all year
long. Snow may not come until November or December but snowmobile
season begins no later than October. The local snowmobilers start
early to tune-up their machines for a full season of snowmobiling
fun. Haliburton Highlands offers the visiting snowmobiler information
and assistance from a community of friendly and avid snowmobilers
and clubs in the area.
www.trailsandtours.com
Haliburton
Forest:
Haliburton Forest & Wildlife Reserve features wilderness adventure
activities including the Wolf Centre, Walk in the Clouds forest
canopy tour, groomed snowmobile trails, mountain biking, dogsledding,
hiking, astronomy, wildlife observation, wilderness camping and
accommodation.
www.haliburtonforest.com
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