Things To Do

Our nature events, led by experienced local naturalists, take place at the Marsh’s Falls Nature Reserve and other places around the lake. Everyone is invited to participate, enjoy the day, take pictures and learn.

 In 2020, we began accepting requests for self-guided nature walks at the Marsh's Falls Nature Reserve. Families and small groups appreciated this opportunity for an open-air experience. Walking on forested trails is considered to be an activity with minimum impact on the environment and a maximum benefit to a person’s well being. We will continue to offer self-guided nature walks, year-round, provided that the Foundation’s goals of environmental protection are not compromised. 

The trails consist of four connected loops ranging in length from .6 to 1.1 km. The total length of the trails is 4 km. Most of the trails are level with some moderate slopes.

Anyone who wishes to walk the trails must first register a request to visit the site. 

Larger groups such as Probus, nature clubs, environmental groups can contact us to request a hosted visit at info@lakeofbaysheritage.

The Paddle Guide of the Lower Oxtongue River provides information about various species and geological formations along the river. Park at Dwight Beach where you can launch a canoe or kayak and paddle the short distance to the mouth of the Lower Oxtongue River on the east shore of Dwight Bay. You can explore the many meanders and oxbows along the river before arriving at Marsh’s Falls. 

If you plan to include a walk or lunch break at the Marsh’s Falls Nature Reserve on the north bank below the falls, please register a request to visit the site.

At every AGM we present the history of a selected community in the Lake of Bays area along with a video and printed guide. Heritage cottage owners receive commemorative plaques. Conducted near the featured community, the meeting usually includes a walking tour and visits to some heritage cottages.