The Muskoka lake region north of Toronto in Ontario, Canada, is well-known for its summertime beauty. It turns out to be an incredible place for an outdoor adventure in the winter as well. With average temperatures that never go above freezing, though, spending time outside here requires the right equipment, expert knowledge, and basic precautions. It’s also worth rewarding yourself with a big city stay after your rugged outdoor time. These images give a glimpse into our winter expedition to Huntsville, Ontario, along with what you need to know to make this epic trip happen yourself.
Quinzees are much warmer than you might think, as they block out cold wind that can leave tents flapping in the breeze. However, warm sleeping pads and sleeping bags don’t hurt, and they can make your quinzee sleeping experience really comfortable. Pictured here are people bundled in their Therm-a-Rest sleeping bags who are more than ready to sleep through the night.