Midland, Ontario is situated on Georgian Bay, in the heart of one of Canada's most beautiful recreational areas. The Town of Midland has much to offer through the Fall and Winter seasons. The fall colours are breathtaking along the waterfront trail. Throughout the winter months, Midland offers downhill and cross country skiing, as well as extensively groomed snowmobile trails. The Midland area is home to the largest collection of fresh water islands in the world.
Things to do in Midland
Awenda Provincial Park
Nippissing Bluff drops 60 metres into Georgian Bay. Across the water is Giant's Tomb, an island where the spirit Kitchikewana rests. Below the bluff, sand, cobble and boulder beaches in sheltered Methodist Point Bay offer the best swimming. Like the kettle lake inland, they are signs of a glaciated past. From the shoreline fen to forest bog, on spirit walks and owl prowls, explore a unique convergence of wildlife and geography. Camping, four beaches on Georgian Bay, hiking and ski trails30 minutes from Midland in nearby Penetanguishene. Call 705-549-2231 for more information.
Big Chute Marine Railway
A dry land lock system for lifting boats from one level of water to another level of water along the Severn River. Found just 20 minutes from Midland.
Brooklea Golf & Country Club
This is a public 27 hole facility that consists of an 18 hole championship par 72 course and a 9 hole executive par 32 course. Call 705-526-9872 for more information.
Casino Rama
Come and experience the thrill of over 190,000 square feet of fun, excitement and shows. We offer over 2,000 slot machines, more than 1100 gaming tables, concerts and shows in our 5,000 seat Entertainment Center and 9 great restaurants to dine in while here. This is the place for some big time excitement, Call 800-832-7529 for more information.
Castle Village
Lots to offer at Castle Village including a themed gift shop featuring over 10,000 items, the Enchanted Kingdom (acres of fantasy and nature), Dracula's Museum of Horror and Museum of Medieval Armaments. Castle Village is open Monday - Saturday 10am - 5:30pm; Sunday noon - 5pm; closed Monday except July, August & long weekends ; closed January, February & March. Call 705-526-9683 for more information.
701 Balm Beach Road, Midland, ON
Discovery Harbour
Discovery Harbour will take you back in time to the presence of British naval and military forces in Central Ontario. Explore this recreated, 19th century community on the southeast corner of Georgian Bay on Lake Penetanguishine. You will see a replica British sailing ship, the H.M.S. Tecumseth and H.M.S. Bee; tour historic properties, including the restoration project on the Officers' Quarters, and learn first-hand the challenges of shipwrights, sailors, soldiers and other military and civilian personnel at this isolated outpost built to defend Upper Canada. Call 705-549-8064 for more information.
93 Jury Drive, Midland, ON
Elmvale Jungle Zoo
This Zoo offers both an exciting and educational adventure! Explore and enjoy exotic wildlife from around the world, in the natural surroundings of the Zoo's 20 acre site. Reptile and bird presentations are featured daily. Open May 20th - Labour Day; September - Thanksgiving (weather permitting). Call 705-322-1112 for more information.
Historic Military Establishment of Upper Canada
The Battle of Georgian Bay is a fictional event which involves an invasion by American forces. The Township of Tiny, the towns of Midland & Penetanguishene, as well as the secret naval base near Penetanguishene are captured, during this event. British and Canadian troops, along with native allies & militia, spend the weekend attempting to recover the towns and the base. Call 705-549-6850 for more information.
22 Fox Street, Midland, ON
Huron-Ouendat Village
Discover Canada's first recreated Native Village that portrays 16th-century native culture. The museum features over one million antiquities. You will learn about the fascinating world of the Huron People prior to the arrival of the Europeans in Canada's first recreated Huron Village. Programs offered in the Village emphasize energetic activities which examine Huron agriculture, government, lifestyle, recreation, spirituality, and technology. Call 705-526-2844 for more information.
549 Little Lake Park Road, Midland, ON
Huronia Lightstation Preservation Society
This is a non profit charitable committee of the Huronia Museum, dedicated to educating, restoration, preservation, and maintaining public access to six Beacons of the Night in the Huronia area of southeastern Georgian Bay. Working in partnership with the Beausoleil First Nation, The Department of Fisheries and Oceans, Canadian Coast Guard, Federal Public Works and the Huronia Museum. The Society is presently restoring and preserving the Hope Island Lightstation; located at 14 miles northwest of Midland. Call 705-527-7348 for more information.
Huronia Museum
Travel back 500 years and try to imagine life behind palisade walls, longhouses, lookout towers and Native games. Examine our extensive archaeological collections inside the museum dating back over 10,000 years. Visit our art gallery featuring local artists including W.J. Wood, Franz Johnston and A.Y. Jackson Spend time in our Mundy’s Bay Gift Shop and purchase one-of-a-kind items Call 800-263-7745 for more information.
King's Wharf Theatre
It's hard to imagine a more ideal setting for summer theatre than the picturesque King's Wharf Theatre. Located on the shores of Georgian Bay in Penetanguishene nestled within Discovery Harbour, you will find this 385-seat theatre is flanked by majestic tall ships and historic buildings. Take a fascinating step back into the history of a 19th-century British naval and military base. Call 888-449-4463 for more information.
97 Jury Drive, Midland, ON
M.S. Georgian Queen
Enjoy a cruising tradition and at the same time experience the beauty of Georgian Bay on the deck of Huronia's largest and most spacious cruise ship the MS Georgian Queen. We feature live commentary on the area and history; cruises are offered morning, afternoon and evening. We also feature Jazz & Dinner cruises. Call 800-363-7447 for more information.
Martyrs' Shrine
You will find along one wall inside the shrine, a makeshift memorial to such matters. Crutches and canes and even Tensor bandages that have been discarded by visitors cover the wall from the floor to the ceiling. These items have been left by those who came here to pray for a cure, convinced there was an answer to their prayers and bear witness to the healing powers attributed to the remains of eight Jesuit missionaries who were slain 350 years ago. Masses are held daily at 9am, 10:30am, 12noon & 7:30pm. Located in Midland. Call 705-526-3788 for more information.
Midland Historic Murals
The downtown of Midland has been transformed into one of Ontario's largest outdoor art galleries. You will find over 30 historic murals that have become an ever growing outdoor gallery project that started in 1990 by the Downtown Midland Business Improvement Area Merchants Association. The first two murals were completed by British Columbian artist Dan Sawatzky; his first mural depicted the Playfair Mill in the summer of 1990; another was done by artist Gillian Smith and the remaining and most current additions all by Fred Lenz. Free guided walking tours of the murals are offered from July – August. The self-guided walking tour brochures and souvenir postcards are available year-round. Located in downtown Midland.
Midland Sports Hall of Fame
Located at the Midland Centennial Arena where you will also find junior, minor, girls & men's hockey, figure skating & public skating. During the summer months minor lacrosse and in-line hockey, dances, model railroad shows and other special events are offered. Open year round Call 705-526-4770 for more information.
Miss Midland 30,000 Islands Boat Cruises
Cruise the scenic 30,000 Islands on this comfortable 300-passenger vessel. Offering daytime, sunset and dinner cruises with private charters as an option. The boat departs from the Midland Town Dock Call 705 549-3388 for more information.
North Simcoe Sports & Recreation Centre
This first class facility provides and enhances the leisure time opportunities for the North Simcoe community. The Town of Midland, along with the surrounding municipalities, is very excited about this new North Simcoe Sports and Recreation Centre. The new Centre will open in late June with the Official Grand Opening scheduled for September. The Centre will include a wide range of facilities such as 2 arenas for hockey, figure skating, public Skating, lacrosse, in-line hockey, ball hockey, trade shows and sp Dances, Special events. The two indoor gymnasiums will be used for basketball, volleyball, badminton, indoor tennis, floor hockey, indoor soccer and tournaments. These are just a few of the activities to take place here. You will also find a concession stand and sports store on site. Call 705-526-4770 for more information.
Penetanguishene Centennial Museum
The building that houses the museum was condemned to close in 1991. After an extensive fundraising campaign by the Friends of the Museum, it was saved. Not only was the original building rescued, updated to current museum standards and made structurally sound, but a new 4,300 sq. ft. addition, along with a band shell, parking lot, blacksmith shop, concession stand and Replica Fire Hall were added to the site. The Museum has been carefully preserved and recreated to show a bygone era when John A. MacDonald was the Canada’s Prime Minister and Victoria was Queen of the Commonwealth. Call 705-549-2150 for more information.
13 Burke Street, Midland, ON
Royal Canadian Legion Museum
This museum showcases historic wartime uniforms and medals from World Wars II and I. Also featured at the museum are reference materials such as news clippings and photographs. Call 705-527-8080 for more information.
1422 Gloucester Street, Midland, ON
Sainte-Marie among the Hurons
Explore this recreated, 17th century French Jesuit mission headquarters and experience the interaction of the French and native Wendat Huron nation. Featuring a unique time in Canadian history when French missionaries and their workers lived and worked among the Wendat. Sainte-Marie among the Hurons will shed light on one of the earliest examples of the introduction of Christianity into Aboriginal culture. Follow in the footsteps of Ontario's first Europeans at Sainte-Marie among the Hurons. Located near Midland Call 705-526-7838 for more information.
Wye Marsh Wildlife Center
The site is dedicated to the conservation of the wetlands, wildlife and woodlands of the area. The Wye Marsh is home to many species of birds and wildlife, including trumpeter swans. The centre is open daily, and regular programs for families are held. Call 705-526-7809 for more information.