Family Friendly Activities Near Bala-Muskoka

Muskoka Steamships & Discovery Centre has family cruises all through July and August. See what it’s like to be a pirate and join the crew on board of the Wenonah II with Captain Corbin and his locked treasure chest! And if you are not into pirates, try the Ice Queen and Snow Princess Cruise for a magical cruise as they tell their story and perform enchanting songs. For more information on pricing, check out their website.

Distance from cottage: 35 minutes

Summer Water Sports Park is an outdoor inflatable waterpark. A day pass is $25 per person (all ages) and includes water activities, use of tennis courts, fitness centre, beach, trails, mini putt and more! You can also catch a water ski show and watch as members of the Canadian National Ski Show Team and Team SWS perform death defying stunts with grace, beauty, technical sophistication and, of course, comedy as an energetic crowd cheers from the sidelines.  For more information see their website.

Distance from cottage: 35 minutes

The Muskoka Discovery Centre is North America’s only in-water exhibit of working antique boats. Now with the price of admission you also get access to KIDZONE, an interactive and family friendly space. Some activities in KIDZONE include; LEGO building, float plane simulator, die cutter station, board games and more! Check out more information on their website.

Distance from cottage: 35 minutes

Santa’s village has two exciting parks in one campground, Santa’s Village and Muskoka Zip Lines! The village is open all year round and in the winter, it turns into a magical wonderland. You can attend elf school, ride the candy cane express, visit Santa and more! In the summertime, the park offers aerial adventures like zip lining, cargo nets, tire bridges and more. If you are feeling extra brave try taking a leap from the Jump Tower.

Distance from cottage: 45 minutes

If you are willing to commute, Huntsville, ON is 1 hour away and has a multitude of activities for you and your family to enjoy. Start your adventure with axe throwing at Find Your Wild. Axe throwing takes from 1.5 to 2 hours and begins with a demonstration and quick lesson. For your next stop, check out Zig Zag Escape Rooms! This is a one of a kind experience and the first “Escape Cabin” in Canada. The games are designed for all ages and are a great way for the whole family to work together and solve puzzles, riddles and codes. For rates and bookings, check out their website. Another great option is the Muskoka Heritage Place, a historic museum and pioneer village. Dive into Muskoka’s rich history and ride on The Portage Flyer Train, taking you on a scenic trip along the Muskoka River. 

Distance from cottage: 1 hour