Scenic road trips in Ontario during the fall provide a unique blend of natural splendor with the vibrant transition of the seasons. The fall foliage is stunning, with vibrant shades of orange, yellow, and red. It’s a great time to travel by car because of the brisk air. Ontario’s charming countryside, picturesque towns, and rural views offer a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the spirit of the season.
You can fully enjoy the beauty of autumn in Ontario by visiting these three locations.
Algonquin Provincial Park
Algonquin Provincial Park is magical in the autumn. There are thousands lakes, rugged ridges and vast forests. The park is dotted with sugar maple and red maples, and the leaves of these trees are breathtaking. Aspen, tamaracks and red oaks begin to display their fall foliage once the maple trees have changed color. The drive from Toronto to Algonquin is about three hours long. You will need to bring good shoes and a sense of adventure, since the only way you can explore the interior is by paddling or walking.
Muskoka Lakes
Muskoka Lakes is a community known for its untamed beauty. It has many parks, beaches and hiking trails. Keep an eye out for those famous Muskoka Chairs. It takes two and a quarter hours to drive from Toronto to Muskoka Lakes. Peninsula Road, between Port Carling & Rosseau, is a beautiful drive to enjoy in the fall. Enjoy the reflections in the water of the trees and the vibrant red, yellow, and orange foliage. You may notice old Muskoka houses and boathouses as you drive by Lake Joseph and Rosseau.
Peterbourough and The Kawarthas
This natural wonderland, which is popular for cottage resorts and even more so in the autumn, makes a great place to spend a weekend. One of the beautiful routes you can ride is Turn Over A New Leaf. The ride starts at the Peterborough Lift Lock (103 km), a popular destination and National Historic Site of Canada on the Otonabee River of Trent Canal.
