8 dreamy winter day trips less than 3 hours from Toronto to explore this season
Time to make those snowy weather plans!
A Nordic spa in Ontario. Right: A skating trail in Ontario.
Winter is here! If you're looking for some fun things to do near Toronto this snowy season, you'll want to add some of these day trips to your bucket list.
There's so much to do around the city this winter, from relaxing at dreamy Nordic spas to skating through snowy forests.
Here are eight fun winter day trips less than 3 hours from Toronto that will add some sparkle to your season.
Fire & Ice Bracebridge
Price: $10+ per person age 13+
When: January 25, 2025
Address: 35C Manitoba St., Bracebridge, ON
Why You Need To Go: This enchanting winter festival is 2 hours form Toronto and transforms downtown Bracebridge into a snowy paradise. You can enjoy a downtown tube slide, roast marshmallows, see fireworks and more.
Woodview Mountaintop Skating
Price: To be announced
When: Weather dependant, see website
Address: 201 Scenic Caves Rd., Unit AW2, The Blue Mountains, ON
Why You Need To Go: The Woodview Mountaintop Skating experience lets you glide around a 1.1-kilometre ice loop at the top of a mountain, just over 2 hours from Toronto. You can enjoy snowy forest surroundings and glittering lights at night.
Vettä Nordic Spa
Price: $99 + per person, $105 + per person starting January 6, 2025
Address: 3210 Line 3 N., Oro-Medonte, ON
Why You Need To Go: Located just an hour and a half from Toronto, this Nordic spa will take you on a winter trip to Finland. You can unwind in saunas, steam rooms and more for a relaxing winter outing.
Niagara Icewine Festival
Price: Free and ticketed events
When: January 10 to 26, 2025
Address: Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON
Why You Need To Go: Sip, sip, hooray! The Niagara Icewine Festival is returning with a glistening Icewine Village, a gala, boozy pairings and sweet treats. It's a cozy way to enjoy the snowy weather and is less than 2 hours from Toronto.
Snow tubing at Horseshoe Valley
Price: $26 + per person
When: Weather dependant
Address: 1101 Horseshoe Valley Rd. W., Barrie, ON
Why You Need To Go: Located just over an hour from Toronto, Horseshoe Valley resort is home to Ontario's "longest snow tubing hill." You can speed down frosty lanes for an epic winter adventure.
Scenic Caves Nature Adventures
Price: $27.50+ per adult
When: Year-round
Address: 260 Scenic Caves Rd., Blue Mountains, ON
Why You Need To Go: Just over 2 hours from Toronto, you can discover a winter wonderland full of experiences. Scenic Caves Nature Adventures offers activities like snowshoeing, cross country skiing and wandering across "Southern Ontario’s longest suspension footbridge."
Winterlit
Price: $22 per adult
When: Select dates from December 29, 2024 to February 17, 2025
Address: 2259 Milburough Town Line, Campbellville, ON
Why You Need To Go: You can wander through an illuminated sugar bush at Mountsberg Conservation Area, just one hour from Toronto. The event includes art installations, fireside lounges, twinkling lights and more.
Arrowhead Skating Trail
Price: $12.25 + for Daily Vehicle Permit
When: Opening date to be announced
Address: 451 Arrowhead Park Rd., Huntsville, ON
Why You Need To Go: Located 2.5 hours from Toronto in Arrowhead Provincal Park, this 1.3 kilometre ice trail lets you glide through a magical forest of evergreens. On select nights, the trail is lit with torches for an extra magical experience.
Before you get going, check out our Responsible Travel Guide so you can be informed, be safe, be smart, and most of all, be respectful on your adventure.