Dysart is fortunate to be home to Sir Sam's Ski/Ride, with views at the top of the hill overlooking Eagle Lake.
Winter Activities
Winter in Dysart et al is a great time to get outdoors and explore what the area has to offer.
If heading out this winter, please be sure to adhere to all provincial regulations and guidelines. For up to date information visit the Haliburton, Kawartha, Pine Ridge District Health Unit website. The province is under a Stay Home order during the provincial shutdown from January 14 - February 12, 2021. Some of the activities and/or businesses listed below may be closed under the shutdown order.
In Dysart, opportunities for Cross Country Skiing exist at the following locations:
Fat biking is permitted on the snowshoe trails located at Glebe Park. Please use caution and yield to people snowshoeing. Please note that fat bikes are not permitted on the Cross County Ski Trails.
The Municipality of Dysart et al is home to one indoor rink, at the A.J.LaRue Arena, located at 728 Mountain Street. The rink will be closed until February 12, 2021 in accordance with the Provincial Shutdown order.
There are three outdoor rinks open in the Municipality, weather permitting. The rinks are located at:
- 76 Maple Avenue
- Harcourt Community Centre
- West Guildford Community Centre
- There are six kilometers of snowshoe trails located behind the Haliburton Highlands Museum. You can also borrow snowshoes from the museum for use on these trails. Recommended donation for borrowing a pair of snowshoes is $5.00.
Other locations with snowshoe trails and opportunities are:
- Abbey Gardens - rents snowshoes on location
- Barnum Creek Nature Reserve
- Pinestone Resort, Golf and Conference Centre
- Sir Sam's Ski/Ride
Experience what it is like to see the winter landscape from a dogsled contact Winterdance to book your tour today.
With 26 public boat launches, there are many access points to the lakes. If heading out for an ice fishing adventure, make sure to know the area, check the ice and let others know of your plan. Have a valid fishing license and know what fish are in season on the lake you are fishing.
Some hiking trails remain open year round. These include:
- Barnum Creek Nature Reserve
- The Head Lake Trail
- Haliburton Sculpture Forest at Glebe Park (please do not walk on the cross country ski trails)
Try something new. Book a horseback riding adventure or a pony ride.
Snowmobiling adventures abound in the Haliburton Highlands. For information about opportunities, trails and passes contact:
There is a tobogganing hill located at Glebe Park. Use the hill at your own risk.
You can rent activity/sport specific equipment at the following businesses:
- Abbey Gardens (snowshoes)
- Algonquin Outfitters (snowshoes and cross country skis)
- Haliburton Highlands Nordic Trail & Ski Club Association (for annual rentals only)
- Pinestone Resort - Golf & Conference Centre (cross country skis and snowshoes)
- Sir Sam's Ski/Ride (Alpine skis, snowboards, snowshoes)
If you notice a winter activity or a service provider for a particular winter activity missing from this list please contact recreation@dysartetal.ca. Please note, only businesses/activities in Dysart et al are listed.
Contact Us
Dysart et al
135 Maple Ave, P.O. Box 389,
Haliburton, Ontario K0M 1S0
Phone: 705-457-1740
Fax: 705-457-1964