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Water sports in Muskoka, Summer Vacation


Blog by Ragan Zilic Lovegrove | June 2nd, 2019


Follow your adventurous spirit and learn to love the many water sports that Muskoka has to offer. While Muskoka is known for its rugged landscape and natural splendor, the abundance of lakes and watersports available are truly the crown jewel of this hallowed region. 

 Thrill seekers, families, and everyone in between flock to Muskoka every summer to escape city life and experience the great outdoors. The Muskoka region truly has something for everybody, while those who live to be on the water are sure to feel at home with an extensive variety of options. While it can be easy to be intimidated by the world of watersports, rest assured that the options listed below provide a safe and positive learning environment for people of all skill levels. 

Some of the best places to get your feet wet this summer.

 

Bush’s Watersports Park | Port Carling, Ont

 

Bush’s Watersports Park offers an exclusive and supervised experience for all age groups looking for spectacular summer experiences. Learn how to waterski, wakeboard, and even try out a beginner’s slalom course for a high-octane experience. Conquer the lake by hiring an instructor to bring rented equipment to you and your friends to have a personalized and eye-opening experience on the waters of Muskoka. 


Ride Muskoka | Bala, Ont

 


Ride Muskoka offers boat and jet ski rentals, as well as providing an opportune boat tour service that will showcase Muskoka’s beauty. If you dare, soar to new heights by trying their flyboarding service where riders are propelled into the air by collecting water from the lake. From Honey Harbor to Lake of Bays, enjoy a convenient pick-up and drop-off service for your equipment rental needs.

 

 

Bush’s Watersports Park offers an exclusive and supervised experience for all age groups looking for spectacular summer experiences. Learn how to waterski, wakeboard, and even try out a beginner’s slalom course for a high-octane experience. Conquer the lake by hiring an instructor to bring rented equipment to you and your friends to have a personalized and eye-opening experience on the waters of Muskoka. 

 

Ride Muskoka | Bala, Ont

 

Ride Muskoka offers boat and jet ski rentals, as well as providing an opportune boat tour service that will showcase Muskoka’s beauty. If you dare, soar to new heights by trying their flyboarding service where riders are propelled into the air by collecting water from the lake. From Honey Harbor to Lake of Bays, enjoy a convenient pick-up and drop-off service for your equipment rental needs.

 

Scuba Shack |  Gravenhurst, Ont

 

Look no further than the Scuba Shack to become open water certified. This facility is stocked with top scuba brands and certified instructors to get you prepared for your underwater expedition. You can join a group of 8-10 divers or book your own charter boat for a full day on the water. Fulfill the inner explorer in you and discover the breathtaking world beneath the Muskoka lakes. Certified divers can enjoy discovering the oddities hidden below the waters around Bird Island. 


Summer Water Sports | Minett, Ont

 

Packed with a waterpark and full marina, Summer Water Sports provides a more accessible experience for families and beginners alike. Day camps with Canada’s top instructors are available to offer a more user-friendly experience for learning the waterskiing and wakeboarding process. Boat and Sea-doo rentals remain to be viable options to make the most out of your vacation. Don’t miss out on this staple of the Muskoka area if you want an authentic summer experience in Ontario’s watersports hub. 

Happy Summer!
Main picture from Talia Cohen