Tap into MapleThere’s a moment in Orillia and Lake Country when winter begins to loosen its grip and something sweeter takes over. Sap starts to run. Steam rises from sugar shacks. The air smells of wood smoke and promise. And suddenly maple is not just a flavour, it...
Winter in Orillia & Lake Country: Where the Season Brings Us TogetherWhen the first snowflakes start to fall across the lakes and the air takes on that unmistakable crispness, something shifts in Orillia & Lake Country. The pace slows down. The light softens....
A Cozy Close to Fall: October & November in Orillia, Oro-Medonte, Severn, and Rama First Nation (Orillia & Lake Country)As October’s fiery colours mellow into November’s quiet beauty, Orillia & Lake Country becomes a place to slow down and savour the...
A Late Summer Escapeto Orillia & Lake CountryWhere music drifts across lakes, and in world class concert halls, festivals light up the streets and the comfort of resort life welcomes you home.Along and on our shimmering lakes, rolling country hills and bustling...
Discover the Summer Art Scenein Orillia & Lake Country The vibrant colours are in bloom across Orillia & Lake Country! While nature is putting on its on artistic flare, the region’s cultural scene is bustling with gallery exhibits, art tours, and professional...
Planning Your Next Vacation? Support Backyard Tourism in Orillia & Lake CountryAt this time five years ago, the tourism industry had come to a stand still and we couldn’t do what we love best: inviting people to come explore the wonderful locales of Orillia &...
Make Memories this Winter in OLC The snow is here and making this season one to remember across Orillia & Lake Country! We have your guide for some ways to explore the region’s winter wonderlands.This Family Day Weekend, find a winter activity that the young and...
Orillia & Lake Country’s Guide for Slow-Down Experiences with Loved Ones This Season It’s easy to get overwhelmed at this time of year: checking off mile-long lists of presents, dinners, and parties - while all lovely in moderation - can leave you feeling...
Explore the Culinary Capital of Cottage CountryOrillia & Lake Country is home to a world of adventure for the touring foodie! As the harvest season wraps up and the cooler air rolls into the region, we crave the hearty flavours of fall cooking. This makes it a...
Summer’s Not Over Yet in Orillia & Lake Country!The dog days of summer are here, and maybe you’ve started to run out of ideas for things to do with the kids and they’re scrolling on their phones from a permanent spot on the couch. We get it, it’s hard to keep the...
2024 is rounding up to be the year of festivals and events in Orillia & Lake Country! There are so many great ways to explore the region, and throughout the summer festival-goers have a buffet of choices. We’ve rounded up just a few of the amazing festivals...
Breathe in the fresh air of a new season and step outside to enjoy the first signs of spring in Orillia & Lake Country. As the days get warmer and the landscapes turn greener, it’s a great time to dust off your bicycle and head out to explore the hundreds of...