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WHITCHURCH-STOUFFVILLE: RURAL CHARMS TOUR |
Whitchurch-Stouffville is known for its quiet charms, whether it be the
natural beauty of the Oak Ridges Moraine or the bucolic appeal of its
many farms. This tour encompasses both.
Begin in northern Whitchurch-Stouffville near Musselman Lake…..
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Wagon Wheel Ranch Ltd |
Located on 200 acres of unspoiled nature, Wagon Wheel Ranch offers
horseback riding for all ages, all experience levels. It’s one of only
a handful of places in York Region where public horseback riding is
available. The trails wind their way through woods, hills and meadows,
a pleasing backdrop for an exhilarating adventure. Sleigh or hayrides
and corn roasts are available with advance booking.
Location: 14755 Ninth Line (at Musselman Lake)
Season: Year round
Rates: Riding $30 per hour
Phone: 905-640-3250
…next up, festive fun…
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Magic Hill Farm |
If it happens to be around Halloween or Christmas, make sure to stop at
Magic Hill Farm. During October, its home to the Haunted Adventure, a
ghastly experience that consists of the Haunted Hayride, Haunted Barn,
the Black Cavern, and Terror Trail Trek. December is time for yuletide
fun, including weekend Christmas Fun Fests and cut your own Christmas
Trees.
Location: Ninth Line, Stouffville
Phone: 905-640-2347
Email: magichillfarm@rogers.com
Web: www.magichill.com
….over to the 10th Line for a rural experience of another kind…
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Stouffville Country Market |
Ontario’s original fleamarket, and still one of its largest and best.
Open year round, its home to more than 200 vendors, including butchers
and (in season) locally produced fruit and vegetables. There are also
snack bars on the premises. One could easily spend our browsing through
the incredible menagerie of goods for sale.
Location: 12555 10th Line
Rates: Free admission
Phone: 905-640-3813
Email: grouse@interlog.com
Web: www.stouffvillemarket.com
…..drive west on Bethesda Sideroad for a little wine-tasting…
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Willow Springs Winery |
Visit Willow Springs Winery, tour the beautiful 11 acre vineyard, and
learn how wine is made. There’s a complimentary tasting bar, where
visitors can choose from grape, fruit, a dessert wines. Browse through
the showroom where you’ll find a great selection of country-flavored
gift items, honey, jams, wine, and gift-baskets for every occasion.
Location: 5572 Bethesda Road, Stouffville
Phone: 905-640-9463
Web: www.willowspringswinery.ca
…and finally, relax and enjoy the tranquility of nature…
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Bruce’s Mill Conservation Area |
In March, Bruce’s Mill is home to the Sugarbush Maple Syrup Festival,
where visitors tour a sugar bush, take a wagon ride, and enjoy pancakes
and maple syrup. But this conservation area is worth a visit any time
of year. There’s a total of 12.5 kilometers of trails to hike, a
beautiful butterfly meadow, and even a swimming pond with a sandy
beach. It’s the perfect place for a picnic and a relaxing walk.
Location: Stouffville Road, 3 kms east of Highway 404
Hours: 9am-dusk during summer; 10am-4pm during Sugarbush Festival
Season: March-October
Rates: $4 Adults, $3 Seniors, $2 Children
Phone: 416-667-6299
Web: www.trca.on.ca
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