Swim Clear Cool Water and Explore Huntsville with Family
Why Rent On Peninsula Lake
Peninsula Lake straddles the Town of Huntsville and the Township of Lake of Bays, covering approximately 840 hectares of cold, clear water that forms one link in the four-lake boating chain connecting it to Fairy Lake, Mary Lake, and Lake Vernon. Together, those connected lakes give boating families over 40 miles of navigable water from a single Huntsville-area dock, which is a proposition that very few Ontario lake destinations can match. Huntsville itself, with its restaurants, galleries, independent shops, and the celebrated Arrowhead Provincial Park just outside town, provides the cultural and practical infrastructure that makes a Peninsula Lake stay feel complete in every direction.
Trout, Bass, and the Gateway to Forty Miles of Water
Peninsula Lake holds trout and bass in cold, deep water, with access points via Muskoka Roads 23 and 9 and Highway 60 making the lake approachable for families arriving from multiple directions. Swimming, kayaking, canoeing, and sailing are the warm-season staples, and the clear waters of this cold-water lake maintain their quality through the hottest summer weeks in ways that shallower, warmer lakes cannot always guarantee. In winter, the snow-covered shoreline and frozen surface create conditions for cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, ice fishing, and snowmobile trail access into the broader Huntsville-area network. Arrowhead Provincial Park’s illuminated skating trail and groomed ski paths are accessible for a full winter day program.
A Rental That Opens the Huntsville Four-Lake System
A waterfront cabin or lakehouse on Peninsula Lake gives your family direct dock access to one of the most extensive connected boating systems in Muskoka. Properties here range from three-bedroom cottages with private docks and fire pits to larger lakehouses with hot tubs and panoramic cold-water views that face a shoreline of mixed forest and granite. Full kitchens make self-sufficient lake living comfortable across any group size, and multi-generational families find the larger properties well-suited to sleeping everyone under one roof while keeping common space generous and unhurried. Pet-friendly rentals are available, and the trail networks around Huntsville and through Arrowhead Park are excellent walking terrain for dogs.
What To Know
Peninsula Lake is a popular Huntsville-area destination, and the best waterfront properties on the connected four-lake system book well ahead for July and August. If those peak weeks are your target, search early in the year and move quickly when you find the right property. June and September stays offer comparable beauty, similar fishing conditions, and considerably more rental availability at typically better rates.
Peninsula Lake is the entry point into a Huntsville lake experience that goes further and sees more than a single-body lake can offer. The connected chain turns a week-long stay into something genuinely expansive, and the combination of cold, clear water, a great nearby town, and Arrowhead Park on the doorstep makes this one of the strongest overall packages in Muskoka’s already strong lake portfolio.
- Surface area (km)
- 8.4
- Max depth (m)
- 37
- Elevation (m)
- 284
- Shoreline length (km)
- 27
Popular activities
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Wakeboarding
- Kayaking
- Canoeing
- Swimming
- Fishing
- Hiking
- Jet Skiing
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Frequently Asked Questions
Ready to dive into what Peninsula Lake has to offer? Let’s tackle some of the burning questions you might have as you plan your visit!
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It is generally safe to swim in Peninsula Lake in Ontario, Canada, but water quality can vary. The lake’s water quality is monitored, and while it passes tests most of the time, conditions can change due to weather and other factors.
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Peninsula Lake is a popular destination because of its location near Huntsville, Ontario. It offers a mid-sized cold-water lake with a maximum depth of 37 meters and a surface area of 840 hectares, making it suitable for various water activities. The lake also connects to Fairy Lake and the Muskoka River via a canal.
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In Peninsula Lake, Ontario, which is part of the Northeastern Ontario region, the main fishing seasons are:
– Walleye: Spring (May to June) and Fall (September to October).
– Northern Pike: Spring (April to June) and Fall (September to October).
– Smallmouth Bass: Summer (June to August).
Catch limits vary, so it’s best to check the annual Ontario fishing regulations for specific limits. These regulations help manage fish populations and ensure sustainable fishing. -
There is no specific beach mentioned at Peninsula Lakes, as it is a community with multiple lakes but not a traditional beach setting. The community offers resort-style amenities and lakes, which can be enjoyed by families for activities like walking, fishing, or picnics. However, it does not have a designated beach area for swimming or typical beach activities.
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Towns near Peninsula Lake include Huntsville and the communities within the Township of Lake of Bays. Huntsville is a larger town with various amenities, while the Township of Lake of Bays encompasses several smaller communities around the lake.
