There isn't a lot to explore here, because the land beyond the bridge is privately owned and unsafe. Fortunately, you can get a good view from the bridge.

In fairness, this is likely to be just a short stop on your journey. But since it's so close to the highway (it's actually under it!), it's worth the short detour. Learn more...

Located right in town, this is one of the most 'civilized' waterfalls to explore. Concrete and metal walkways take you around and over the waterfall for various vantage points. Some of these access points are closed in winter, however.

Depending on your timing (and enthusiasm!) you may wish to return at night to see the falls light up with coloured floodlights. Learn more...

This waterfall is easy to reach from the main Bracebridge Falls. Cross the walkway over the top of the dam and turn left. Walk under the road bridge and rail bridge and you will see a viewing area just ahead.

Access via the top of the dam is closed in winter. But you can park on the other side of the river. Learn more...

Wilsons Falls is only 10 mins from downtown Bracebridge. Found at the end of a beautiful rural road along the Muskoka River, this is great for exploring.

The waterfall is a long trough-style waterfall, with lots more room to wander around. Learn more...

This is probably the highlight waterfall in Muskoka. While it's not possible to get a head-on look, at times you can get in front of it or beside it for a great view.

The waterfall is less than 100 m from Hwy 11, and includes a picnic stop. The gate is closed in winter, but you can always access from High Falls Rd to the north. Learn more...

This could really be called 'Stop 5b', because it is only a couple of minutes' walk from High Falls. Tucked in the woods, this is real beauty.

Follow the paved laneway back clockwise from High Falls, and watch for a break in the trees. A short trail leads to the footbridge above the falls. Learn more...

Many explorers will have had enough by the time they finish at Potts Falls. If you still have lots of energy (and daylight), there are more options in cottage country that could be added to this trip.

Extending this trip does make for a long day, so explorers should pace themselves accordingly.

The best short extension, in my opinion, is to complete an out-and-back route to see Hatchery Falls, Rosseau Falls, and Dee Bank Falls. This boosts the total drive time to about 6 hours (510 km). If you are at High Falls / Potts Falls, you can click this button to get driving directions for the next 3 falls.

Staying overnight in Muskoka also gives the ability to connect to an additional waterfall road trip, or, use to use a different one to return back home. Details on these additional road trips will be added as the road trip section develops.

This pretty falls is completely unlike the others on this trip. It's hidden in the woods and is (usually) much less busy.

Even though it may feel more isolated, it is still easily reached via paved roads. The easy 10-15 min hike through the woods is via a well-marked, wide trail. Learn more...

There are three waterfalls at Rosseau. Two are right next to Hwy 141, while the third is just a few minutes away via a gravel road. Learn more...

Neither of these spots are overly special on their own, but together, they create enough of a reason to continue on from Hatchery Falls. See Upper Rosseau Falls, Middle Rosseau Falls, and Lower Rosseau Falls

Two very small sets of waterfalls that are easily accessed. Don't expect spectactular and powerful, but do expect to be able to wander around and get some nice photos. Learn more...

Did you try this road trip? Was it too long? Too short? Please let me know!