A Snowmobiler's Guide to 35 OFSC Snow Tours in Ontario

A quick look at each of the OFSC's 35 pre-planned, mapped, and signed OFSC Snow Tours.

By Martin Lortz Martin Lortz is a freelance photographer/writer specializing in the outdoor lifestyle.

September 26, 2024

At over 30,000 km (18,641 miles) of interconnected trails, Ontario, Canada offers one of the longest networks of recreational snowmobile trails in the world. With 16 districts and a massive interactive map to browse, planning a snowmobile outing in Ontario can seem a daunting task. The fact is, it does not get any easier—with 35 pre-planned, mapped and signed tours, courtesy of the Ontario Federation of Snowmobile Clubs, at your disposal, it’s as simple as pick, pack, and go. Whether you're after the wilds of Northwest Ontario, the snowpack of Algoma, the never-ending season in Northeastern Ontario, the winding forest trails of the central or east regions, or the open spaces of the south, there is a tour to fulfil every desire, be it for a day or many.

Snow, sleds and friends, Ontario’s 30,000-kilometre winter playground.

NORTHWEST ONTARIO

GATEWAY TO ONTARIO TOUR - OFSC DISTRICT 17 - 130 km

The Town of Kenora and two provinces in one tour as you experience the best of both the Ontario and Manitoba trail systems.
More Info: www.nwosta.ca

NWOSTA WILDERNESS LOOP - OFSC DISTRICT 17 - 906 km

With access points near both the U.S. and Manitoba borders and many snowmobile-friendly communities along the way, this is the ultimate Northwest Ontario sledding adventure featuring the majestic Canadian Shield wilderness.
More Info: www.nwosta.ca

WHITE OTTER LOOP - OFSC DISTRICT 17 - 203 km

Visit the Northwest Ontario’s famous White Otter Castle, built by woodsman Jimmy McQuat in 1915 which is not accessible by road as you follow TOP A and local trails.
More Info: www.nwosta.ca

ALGOMA COUNTRY

Algoma’s snowpack is measured in metres not centimetres thanks to the Lake Superior snowmaking machine.

BOBCAT LOOP - OFSC DISTRICT 15 - 90 km

An option to get off the main TOP Trail and explore local trails in the Hornepayne area of the Northern Corridor Adventure.
More Info: www.northerncorridor.ca

MISSINAIBI EXPEDITION TOUR - OFSC DISTRICT 15 - 165 km

Experience the wilds of Northern Ontario as you head north from the town of Hearst through remote forests teaming with wildlife.
More Info: www.northerncorridor.ca

NORTH SHORE LOOP - OFSC DISTRICT 13 - 457 km

From magnificent views of Lake Huron’s North Channel to the deep forest and the highlands of Algoma, a breathtaking wilderness adventure.
More info: www.algomatrails.com/trails/north-shore-loop/

NORTHEASTERN ONTARIO

Snowmobiling Northeastern Ontario at its best.

ABITIBI CANYON TOUR - OFSC DISTRICT 15 - 303 km

Part of the Northern Corridor Adventure, Abitibi Canyon Loop takes in logging roads and utility corridors to make for wide-open riding and of course, there's always the potential for some powder fun at the canyon.
More Info: www.northerncorridor.ca

CARTIER MOOSE LOOP - OFSC DISTRICT 12 - 253 km

Northwest of Sudbury, this tour delivers an awesome backcountry ride on exhilarating TOP Trails through the rugged wilderness of the Canadian Shield.
More Info: www.ofscdistrict12.com

CHINIGUCHI WOLF LOOP - OFSC DISTRICT 12 - 233 km

Take in the old growth forests of the Wolf Lake Forest Reserve and the panoramic view from Wolf Mountain, nearly the highest elevation in Ontario.
More Info: www.ofscdistrict12.com

DEER LOOP - OFSC DISTRICT 12 - 175 km

The magical LaCloche Mountains and the Canadian Shield are the stars of this easy day ride between Lively and Espanola.
More Info: www.ofscdistrict12.com

EXPLORERS SNOW TOUR - OFSC DISTRICT 11 - 234 km

Visits 10 Attraction Points of Interest (APOIs) while travelling an adventurous mix of TOP Trails and club trails, including sections of the popular Voyageur Multi-Use Trail System.
More Info: www.nnta.ca

GATEWAY TO THE NORTH TOUR - OFSC DISTRICT 15 - 217 km

Experience some of the widest trails in Ontario as you ride through Greenwater Provincial Park.
More Info: www.northerncorridor.ca

GOLD RUSH TOUR - OFSC DISTRICT 14 - 710 km

A true adventure of big country riding through Northeastern Ontario’s heartland. From thriving towns to remote villages that live and breathe snowmobile culture.
More Info: www.tata-bestsnowmobiling.com

LUMBERJACK LOOP - OFSC DISTRICT 15 - 145 km

Circles the Town of Kapuskasing, providing an outstanding route alternative to TOP Trail A for snowmobilers discovering the Northern Corridor Adventure.
More Info: www.northerncorridor.ca

NORTHERN CORRIDOR ADVENTURE TOUR - OFSC DISTRICT 15 - 1645 km

The ultimate Northern Corridor Adventure, take in all five of OFSC District 15’s outstanding loops and experience the many, many charming and hospitable Francophone communities along the way.
More Info: www.northerncorridor.ca

RAINBOW ELK LOOP - OFSC DISTRICT 12 - 349 km

Southwest of Sudbury near the La Cloche Mountains, this ride is a one-day challenge for long-distance snowmobilers or a comfortable two-day outing for more leisurely riders.
More Info: www.ofscdistrict12.com

RAN (RIDE AROUND NIPISSING) TOUR - OFSC DISTRICT 11 - 412 km

Take in Ontario’s two largest snowmobile bridges, the Loring deer-yards, the Pre-Cambrian Canadian Shield and Lake Nipissing, all in a couple days ride.
More Info: www.nnta.ca

CENTRAL ONTARIO / MUSKOKA

The magic of a fresh snow day in Muskoka

LAKE OF BAYS WATCH LOOP - OFSC DISTRICT 7 - 190 km

Lake of Bays is the centrepiece here as you make your way around it through the wilderness of cottage country. Big East River Bridge, ice cliffs, Oxtongue Rapids and Dyer Memorial all attractions along your journey.
More Info: www.ofscdistrict7.com

LAKE MUSKOKA MAGIC TOUR - OFSC DISTRICT 7 - 125 km

A leisurely loop around Lake Muskoka is perfect for the whole family. Attractions include lake views, Torrance Barrens, Dark Sky Observation Area, Port Carling floating bridge, and Huckleberry Lookout.
More Info: www.ofscdistrict7.com

CENTRAL ONTARIO EAST / KAWARTHAS

AROUND RICE LAKE TOUR - OFSC DISTRICT 3 - 150 km

A mix of farm and forest riding while circling Rice Lake. Located just a short drive northeast of the Greater Toronto Area.
More Info: www.district3ofsc.ca

HASTINGS HIGHLAND TOUR - OFSC DISTRICT 2 - 248 km

Explore old logging roads and railbeds as you loop through the snowy hinterlands of beautiful eastern Kawartha Lakes cottage country.
More Info: www.district2ofsc.ca

KAWARTHA HIGHLANDS TOUR - OFSC DISTRICT 2 - 138 km

Something for the whole family including woodland trails, forest access roads, municipal road allowances, and an old rail bed, all easily accessible from the Greater Toronto Area.
More Info: www.district2ofsc.ca

EASTERN ONTARIO

Eastern Ontario’s Bon Echo Loop at its groomed best.

BON ECHO LOOP - OFSC DISTRICT 2 - 235 km

Bon Echo Park and the surrounding forests are the highlights as you explore the rugged terrain and picturesque highlands of eastern Central Ontario’s premier snow belt.
More Info: www.district2ofsc.ca

FRENCH CONNECTION LOOP - OFSC DISTRICT 1- 298 km

A bit of Quebec in Ontario, located between the St. Lawrence and Ottawa Rivers explores Eastern Ontario farm country presented with Francophone flair.
More Info: www.district1ofsc.ca

RAP (ROUND ALGONQUIN PARK) TOUR - OFSC DISTRICT 6, 7, and 11 - 708 km

The granddaddy of Ontario tour loops, this tour has it all as it circumnavigates the world-renowned Algonquin Provincial Park. More Info: www.ofscdistrict7.com, www.nnta.ca, www.snowcountryscsa.ca

The only time you can traverse Algonquin Provincial Park on a motor powered machine is by snowmobile in the winter.

RIDEAU ST. LAWRENCE RUN - OFSC DISTRICT 1- 240 km

Located on the eastern side of the Upper Canada Snowmobile Region just north of Brockville. Connecting the towns of Smiths Falls, Athens, Prescott and North Gower along a mix of trails through woodlots, open fields, pipeline corridors and abandoned rail lines.
More Info: www.district1ofsc.ca

UPPER CANADA CIRCUIT - OFSC DISTRICT 1- 266 km

Staging out of Morrisburg, the tour includes the towns of Osgoode, Metcalfe, Moose Creek and Monkland as well as the well-known Larose Forest.
More Info: www.district1ofsc.ca

SOUTHWESTERN ONTARIO

5 ALIVE TOUR - OFSC DISTRICT 5 - 420 km

Thanks to lake effect snow provided by Lake Huron, here you will find some of Ontario’s most exciting and fun-filled riding through wide open farm country.
More Info: www.ofscdistrict5.com

SUN & WIND TOUR - OFSC DISTRICT 5 - 159 km

Easy riding along open farmlands, forests, and quaint villages all accessible from several convenient staging areas.
More Info: www.ofscdistrict5.com

TNT TOUR - OFSC DISTRICT 5 - 149 km

From dairy country to Amish settlements and the tobacco belt, an interesting Southwestern Ontario experience of landscape and sights.
More Info: www.ofscdistrict5.com

The powder fields of Southwestern Ontario.

APRES HARVEST TOUR - OFSC DISTRICT 9 - 215 km

Winding through fields and bush with the Maitland River and Lake Conestoga as the centrepiece and a chance to visit clubhouses along its length.
More Info: www.ofscdistrict9.ca

HURON GATEWAY TOUR - OFSC DISTRICT 9 - 177 km

Located just east of Goderich, experience rolling farmlands, friendly small towns and some of the best rural riding in District 9.
More Info: www.ofscdistrict9.ca

QUEEN’S BUSH TOUR - OFSC DISTRICT 9 - 185 km

Experience local hospitality at its best in rural Grey Bruce as you travel farmlands, forests, and communities.
More Info: www.ofscdistrict9.ca

SAUGEEN RIVER TOUR - OFSC DISTRICT 9 - 263 km

Experience the Saugeen River heartland as you travel southwest of Owen Sound and visit four clubhouses along the way.
More Info: www.ofscdistrict9.ca

WALTERS FALLS TOUR - OFSC DISTRICT 9 - 142 km

East of Owen Sound, experience the lake-effect-snow shores of Georgian Bay and ice-crested rocks of Walters Falls.
More Info: www.ofscdistrict9.ca

There you have it, 35 reasons to hit the trails this season. The expanse of Ontario’s snowmobiling opportunities might be daunting at first glance but thanks to the Ontario Federation of Snowmobile Clubs, experiencing it is as easy as pick, pack and go… snowmobiling.

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About Martin Lortz

Martin Lortz is a freelance photographer/writer specializing in the outdoor lifestyle. Whether he is covering adventure motorcycling, kayak fishing or family oriented outdoor pursuits, his passion for capturing the beauty of nature and the people that partake in it, is evident in his work. His photos and articles have appeared in magazines such as Ski Canada, Explore, Bike, Mountain Life, Couloir, Kayak Angler and Family Camping, as well as in calendars, catalogs and brochures.