Sweet Maple Escapes

There is no better place to celebrate spring's sweet bounty than a maple sugarbush in Ontario’s Highlands. The warm days and cool nights of spring mark the sweetest season as sap flows from our maple trees and fresh maple syrup can be found around almost every corner.

Every year on the first weekend of April, sugarbushes across the province open their gates to celebrate Maple Weekend, inviting visitors to learn more about sugaring off and maple syrup production and its fascinating history, to sample different grades of syrup, explore the sugarbush, and try the famous treat of maple taffy on snow.

Whether you’re visiting April 5-6 in 2025 for Maple Weekend, or another time this spring, check out our ideas below to celebrate the season with a truly sweet escape.

Maple Moments in Madoc & Marmora

Where to Stay: Brimming with old-fashioned charm and tucked along a quiet street in Marmora, Marmora and Lake Inn B&B is a prime location for a break from any hustle and bustle. The Baron on 7 is their on-site restaurant that is well known in the area and promises a good, hearty meal that will fuel your maple adventure. 

Sweet Getaway in Haliburton County

Where to Stay: There are so many options for accommodations that will keep you within a one-hour drive of a sugarbush to fully immerse yourself in maple. The world-class resort, Nomi, is newly opened in Haliburton and offers everything you need on-site, with a wellness perspective to keep it real. A little further south, The Rockcliffe in Moore Falls is another good option for a relaxing spring getaway. 

Recharge in Pembroke

Where to Stay: Escape to the elegant and historic Grey Gables Inn for a break from the every day. With a spa onsite, you can opt for some extra pampering to recharge your spirit this spring before recharging your body with the help of a little sugar rush from a visit to a local sugarbush.

Celebrate Spring in Ompah

Where to Stay: Book a stay at Silent Valley Alpacas Ranch and see if you can contain your smile when you step out your front door and see fluffy alpacas roaming the pasture. Enjoy a little slice of country paradise, let the owners take you on a visit to the barn (if you’re lucky, you might even see an adorably young cria), and stock up on some cozy finds in the farm gate store.

A Sugarbush Stay in Lanark

Where to Stay: Tuck in for the night at the luxurious Clyde Hall B&B, located on a working maple forest. Indulge with a hearty breakfast featuring their very own maple syrup, and soak in the hot tub to wash away any worries. Nearby, Wheelers Maple holds the Guinness World Record for maple artifacts.