Spectacular Rides in Ontario's Highlands

The incredible thing about Ontario is that riding a mere hour or two outside of some of its busiest cities brings you to regions like Ontario's Highlands

By Mike Jacobs Mike is passionate about sharing his love for the North with the rest of the world.

April 12, 2023

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About Mike Jacobs

Mike is an avid Northern traveller, having spent years traversing its backroads, and visiting its remote lodges and fun cities by car, RV, motorcycle, and boat. There's always something new to discover in the North and Mike never shies away from the next great adventure. Mike is the chairman of the board for the Tourism Technology Company.

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