Historical Attractions

Bigwin Island – in Lake of Bays, Bigwin Inn opened in 1920 and once billed as North America’s largest and most luxurious summer resort, private golf course, call for directions and reservations (705) 635-2582 or 1-800-840-4036, www.bigwinisland.com

Dyer’s Memorial – 11 km northeast of Huntsville on Williamsport Rd. off Muskoka Rd. 3 North, memorial built by Detroit lawyer Clifton G. Dyer for his late wife Betsy Browne Dyer, overlooks the Big East River with an attractive park area surrounding the site

Heritage Huntsville Self-Guided Walking Tours – explores the history of downtown Huntsville, booklets available at Huntsville/Lake of Bays Chamber of Commerce for $5 each (705) 789-4771 Ext. 21

Muskoka Heritage Place – on Brunel Rd. 1 km south of downtown Huntsville, Steam Train and Pioneer Village open May-September, Muskoka museum open year round, daily interpretive activities, farm and wild animals (705) 789-7576, www.muskokaheritageplace.org

Port Sydney Historical Walking Tour – self directed 1 hour long tour of historic Port Sydney with pictures and explanations, brochures available at the Huntsville/Lake of Bays Chamber of Commerce