Want a colourful adventure?
Here's a recipe for a fun-filled getaway.
Here’s a quick and easy no fuss recipe to fully enjoy Ontario's magnificent fall colours.
INGREDIENTS
You'll need the following:
- A mountain bike: rentals are available at Algonquin Outfitters Lake of Two Rivers Store
- A trail - pick one:
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Old Railway Bike Trail – a great family 10 km bicycle trail that mostly follows the abandoned bed of the historic Ottawa, Arnprior and Parry Sound Railway, built across the Park in 1895.
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Minnesing Mountain Bike Trail – moderately difficult trail with 4 loops ranging from 4.7 to 23.4 km.
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- A Treetop Trekking Aerial Park - Huntsville Park
- Accommodation - choose to camp in Algonquin Provincial Park or stay at a cozy resort, lodge or motel
- An adventurous spirit
INSTRUCTIONS
- Select a few of your favourite friends or family members.
- Pick a date in September or early October.
- Make sure all ingredients are available (i.e. accommodation, Treetop aerial park). No reservations are required for mountain bike rentals.
- Head to Muskoka/Algonquin Provincial Park for a 2-day adventure.
CAUTION: This recipe may be addictive.
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