Fern Resort

Located in Simcoe County, just 30 minutes north of Barrie, is an all-inclusive Ontario Resort that is open year round for family fun and adventures.

Fern Resort has it all when it comes to summer fun: gorgeous beach and waterfront on Lake Couchiching, outdoor pool, numerous activities for kids and adults and accommodations that include dining and cleaning. All parents need to do is book a room and enjoy the summer fun. There are activities scheduled for guests of all ages — from yoga to fishing, tennis to movie nights and pickleball to family games.

Beachwood Resort

When it comes to enjoying a lakeside retreat, it doesn't get much better than the historic Beachwood Resort. With 1400 feet of shoreline along Lower Buckhorn Lake in the Kawarthas, this resort exemplifies lakeside living.

Located just 20 minutes north of Peterborough, Beachwood Resort has accommodation options ranging from rooms with meal plans to self-catering cottages.

Lumina Resort

With more than a mile of beautiful shoreline and 350 feet of safe sandy beach, it is no wonder that families return to Lumina Resort year after year.

This historic cottage resort — owned by the same family for four generations! — is the largest resort on Muskoka's Lake of Bays. Lumina is kid-friendly and caters to all ages with a dynamic choice of activities and is beloved by parents for the full maid service, chef-prepared meals and a fully supervised children’s program.

OWL Rafting

OWL Rafting is a third generation owned and operated business with a mission to share the magic of the Ottawa River. From high-intensity rafting trips to low-intensity family fun and everything in between, OWL Rafting is all about enjoying time on the water. Choose your stay in a variety of accommodations, from camping and glamping tents to cabins and cabanas.

Pine Vista Resort

Overlooking beautiful Stoney Lake, Pine Vista Resort provides nature lovers of all ages with an ideal summer getaway. Housekeeping cottage rentals are perfect for family holidays, romantic couples’ retreats and group gatherings.

In the summer, the heart of Pine Vista Resort is the Kids Klub, which offers supervised activities for children, such as arts & crafts, sports, water fun and nature walks. From hiking and boating to swimming in the heated outdoor pool, Pine Vista Resort offers everything you need for a fun getaway.

Rocky Crest Resort

Rocky Crest Golf Resort is a fun atmosphere for all ages.

With a renowned 18-hole golf course for adults, a host of dining options and a water playground for the young and young-at-heart, Rocky Crest is a perfect family resort.

Blue Water Acres

For a full Muskoka cottage experience, head to Blue Water Acres. This property is located on the sprawling Lake of Bays, where guests can rent a traditional or luxury cottage and enjoy all the amenities.

The 400-foot sandy beach is perfect for children at play and the surrounding nature trails are a great way to get immersed in the beauty of Muskoka.

Wilderness Tours

If you love the water, you'll love Wilderness Tours Resort. This all-inclusive resort along the Ottawa River has many on-land activities but it really excels when it comes to water sports. Guided adventures include everything available from mild tubing to wild rafting. Wilderness Tours Resort makes for an unforgettable summer escape.

Bayview Wildwood Resort

This historic lakeside retreat has a family vibe that makes for a perfect summer retreat.

Kids will enjoy the programming that is geared to them having a blast with friends new and old, while parents will enjoy that everything is taken care of and they can just relax. Bayview Wildwood Resort, located on Sparrow Lake in Simcoe County, is the place to be for a family vacation this summer.