Communities in and around Muskoka

The Baysville, Bracebridge, Dorset, Dwight, Gravenhurst, Huntsville, Bala, Kearney, Katrine, Lake of Bays, Burks Falls, Muskoka, Muskoka Lakes, Port Carling, Port Sydney, Sprucedale, Utterson, Emsdale, and Novar real estate markets are made up of many smaller communities and neighborhoods. These present variety and each has its own unique characteristics. Whether it’s location and what’s in the neighborhood or nearby, or it’s simply the price ranges of the homes in the area, there will be differences and I want to help my site visitors to understand those differences and use the information here in making lifestyle decisions. Use my neighborhood profiles here and map resources to determine the best areas for you, or just to familiarize yourself with the Baysville, Bracebridge, Dorset, Dwight, Gravenhurst, Huntsville, Bala, Kearney, Katrine, Lake of Bays, Burks Falls, Muskoka, Muskoka Lakes, Port Carling, Port Sydney, Sprucedale, Utterson, Emsdale, and Novar real estate markets from a “neighborhood–up” approach. Knowing the amenities and culture of these various neighborhoods will give you a better perspective on living in the Baysville, Bracebridge, Dorset, Dwight, Gravenhurst, Huntsville, Bala, Kearney, Katrine, Lake of Bays, Burks Falls, Muskoka, Muskoka Lakes, Port Carling, Port Sydney, Sprucedale, Utterson, Emsdale, and Novar real estate markets, or in selling your home’s neighborhood to potential buyers.


About the District of Muskoka

Located just two hours north of Toronto, Muskoka has been a vacation area of choice in Ontario for well over 100 years. Vibrant natural beauty abounds, set within a mosaic of pristine lakes surrounded by rocky shorelines and majestic forests. Several thriving urban centres provide excellent shopping and entertainment services and a wide variety of employment possibilities. First class resorts, artisans shops and visitor attractions complement the heritage landscape and growing communities. With a significant seasonal population, Muskoka is able to offer many amenities normally associated with larger cities, while maintaining the attractive lifestyle of a small community. The District Municipality of Muskoka was established by Provincial legislation and commenced operations on January 1, 1971. In design and function, the District closely parallels other Regional Municipalities in Ontario with the District Corporation forming the upper tier of a two-tier system of local government. The following six Area Municipalities comprise the lower tier in Muskoka:

 

Town of Bracebridge

Town of Gravenhurst

Town of Huntsville

Township of Lake of Bays

Township of Muskoka Lakes

Village of Port Sydney