Only True Ontarians Know At Least 8 Of These 13 Secret Spots Around The Province
You've done your fair share of exploring if you know about these secret places in Ontario.
Crystal blue waters, towering lookout points, and underground tunnels are just some of the things you can discover at these spots.
How many can you check off the list?
Editor's Choice: You're Not A True Ontarian Unless You've Seen At Least 9 Of These 14 Iconic Landmarks
White River Suspension Bridge
Price: $5.90 per adult
When: May 15 to October 15
Address: ON-627, Heron Bay, ON
Why You Need To Go: Located in Pukaskwa National Park, this incredible suspension bridge will bring you towering views of Chigamiwinigum Falls.
Tyendinaga Cavern & Caves
Price: $14 per adult
When: Opening May 22, 2021
Address: 2623 Harmony Rd., Belleville, ON
Why You Need To Go: This cavern adventure will take you past ancient fossils and a secret turquoise pool.
Sandbanks Provincial Park
Price: Prices vary
Address: 3004 County Rd. 12, Picton, ON
Why You Need To Go: This park features the largest baymouth barrier dune formation in the world, and its mountainous sandy beaches will sweep you away to the tropics.
Flowerpot Island
Price: $7.90 per adult plus boat fare
Address: 120 Chi sin tib dek Rd., Tobermory, ON
Why You Need To Go: Featuring crystal blue waters and towering rock formations, this is one secret spot every true Ontarian should know about.
Bridal Veil Falls
Price: Free
Address: Bridal Veil Falls, Kagawong, ON
Why You Need To Go: Located on Manitoulin Island, this stunning hidden waterfall is definitely a must-see.
Haliburton Sculpture Forest
Price: Donations accepted
Address: 297 College Dr., Haliburton, ON
Why You Need To Go: This lush forest is filled with enormous sculptures, and it's like wandering through a whole other world.
Brockville Railway Tunnel
Price: Donations accepted
When: Opening date to be announced
Address: 1 Block House Island Rd., Brockville, ON
Why You Need To Go: You can explore Canada's first railway tunnel, which runs for half a kilometre beneath Brockville. The tunnel glows with colourful lights, making it even more magical.
Dorset Lookout Tower
Price: $5.50 walk-up fee
When: Opening date to be announced
Address: 1191 Dorset Scenic Tower Rd., Dwight, ON
Why You Need To Go: This 142-metre tower offers panoramic views of Lake of Bays and is especially stunning in the fall.
Spirit Rock Conservation Area
Price: Parking fee
When: Late spring-fall
Address: 92 Highway 6, Wiarton, ON
Why You Need To Go: With a hidden spiral staircase, towering ruins, and turquoise waters, this area is straight out of a fairytale.
McGinnis Lake Loop Trail
Price: Prices vary
When: May 14, 2021 to October 11, 2021
Address: 2249 Northey’s Bay Rd., Woodview, ON
Why You Need To Go: This vibrant pool of water can be found in Petroglyphs Provincial Park. It's one of the only meromictic lakes in the country, meaning that the layers of water don't intermix.
Bruce's Caves Conservation Area
Price: Parking fee
Address: Grey Rd. 1, Wiarton, ON
Why You Need To Go: These magnificent cave formations are set along the Niagara escarpment, and they're worth adding to your bucket list.
Torrence Barrens Dark-Sky Preserve
Price: Free
Address: Southwood Road, Gravenhurst, ON
Why You Need To Go: Boasting incredible views of the starry sky, this light-free park is a truly magical hidden gem.
Gibraltar Point Lighthouse
Price: $8.50 ferry fee per adult
Address: Toronto Islands, ON
Why You Need To Go: You can discover the second oldest lighthouse in Canada hidden away on the Toronto Islands.
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