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Local Stories

Connecting to the Land and Algonquin History: Amber Hein

Amber Hein is connecting with the land and her Indigenous heritage in Ontario's Highlands.

Wellness
Local's Take: Overnight in a Caboose in Lanark County
2-Night, 3-Day Couple's Road Trip for Maximum Fall Colours
Collection • 18 stories

Day Trip Destinations

The towns of the Highlands make perfect day-trip destinations from Toronto, Ottawa, and Montreal.

Caves, Trails and Waves: 4 Days, 3 Nights in the Ottawa Valley
Parks Worth the Admission
Good Food, Good Company and Good Music
Winter Getaways Near Toronto
Respecting the Waterways
Immerse in Tradition: A 3-Day Authentic Indigenous Trapping Experience
Perfect Picnic Spots
For the Birds: 7 Popular Birding Spots in Ontario's Highlands
Best of Fall: 5-Day, 4-Night Cross Country Road Trip
Collection • 6 stories

Staycation Inspiration

Find inspiration for staycations ideal for families, relaxation and wellness, getting back to nature, or getting your heart racing (and more).

Summer Brews
Highway 7 Hikes
Hidden Gems Along Letterkenny Road
Summertime Happenings: 8 Local Events to Celebrate Summer
Foraged Feast: Get Started Harvesting Wild Edibles
Snowy Walks and Cozy Nights
Collection • 7 stories

Local's Takes

Insider tips from the people who both live and take their vacations in the Highlands.

Explore Algonquin's South Gate
3 Days of Shopping, Dining, and Exploration in Lanark County
Celebrate Indigenous Culture, Experiences, and Voices
Be Here in 2023: 11 Summertime Happenings You Won't Want to Miss
Magic and Glamping on Ferguson Lake
12 Cutest Ontario General Stores
2 Days, 4 Communities: a Community-Hopping Lennox & Addington Road Trip
Ultimate Après-Ski Experiences
Go Backcountry