8 Magical Places In Ontario That Will Transport You To Narnia This Winter
While winter can bring with it some undesirable aspects, such as difficult commutes and frigid temperatures, it also comes with so many positives. Cold weather is the perfect excuse for a big mug, or two, of hot cocoa, and it's totally acceptable to curl up under a blanket all day long. One of the best things about snowy weather is the stunning views it brings. This season, you can explore some magnificent Ontario winter Narnia spots that look like they're straight out of the storybook.
You don't need to step through a wardrobe to find yourself in an enchanted frosty wonderland.Â
All you need to do is head outside to these places around the province for your very own winter adventure.
From snow-topped forests to frozen waterfalls, you'll feel like you're in a whole other world.
The icy lampposts at Niagara Falls look just like the one from the story, and Guild Park's majestic sculptures are straight out of a fantasy land.
Terra Lumina is a new exhibit at the Toronto Zoo that will take you on your own magical adventure.
You'll be surrounded by all sorts of lights and sounds as you wander down the pathway, and it's almost as if you've been transported to an enchanted place like Narnia.
Niagara Falls
Price: Free
Address: Niagara Falls, ON
Why You Need To Go: Niagara Falls in the winter is a whole different experience. You might expect to see Mr. Tumnus waiting under one of the frozen lamposts.
Humber Valley Heritage Trail
Price: Free
Address: 7500 Castlederg Side Rd., Kleinburg, ON
Why You Need To Go: Wander through a serene snowy forest with 24 km worth of trails.
Kakebeka Falls
Price: Prices vary
Address: Kakabeka Falls, Oliver Paipoonge, ON
Why You Need To Go: This 40-meter waterfall is a frozen paradise in the winter. You can take in the views from a boardwalk that winds around the falls.
Hiawatha Highlands
Price: Prices vary
Address: 780 Landslide Rd., Sault Ste. Marie, ON
Why You Need To Go: Skate, ski, snowshoe, or wander through this frosty wonderland for the ultimate Narnia vibes.
Guild Park
Price: Free
Address: 201 Guildwood Pkwy., Scarborough, ON
Why You Need To Go: This enchanting park in Toronto is filled with old sculptures, making you feel like you're in the White Witch's yard.
Stanley's Olde Maple FarmÂ
Price: $245
When: December 2019 - March 2020
Address: 2452 Yorks Corners Rd., Edwards, ON
Why You Need To Go: This horse-drawn carriage takes you through a dreamy winter sugar bush, and delicious cookies await you at the end of the adventure.
Bruce Penninsula National Park
Price: $7.90 per adult
Address: 469 Cyprus Lake Rd., Tobermory, ON
Why You Need To Go: Explore snowy trails with views of icy blue waters.
Terra Lumina
Price: $33.89 per adult
When: December 13, 2019, to April 13, 2020
Address: 2000 Meadowvale Rd., Toronto, ON
Why You Need To Go: This magical light installation will whisk you away to an enchanted forest worthy of Aslan himself.
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