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Activities

The Observatory is located on the shore of Lake Travers. Escape the hubbub to the peaceful surroundings of a radio observatory. Visitors can enjoy the beautiful surroundings by:

bullettaking a tour of the Observatory 
bulletcanoeing or kayaking on lakes and rivers
bulletswimming in the clear water of Lake Travers
bulletbirdwatching - more than 270 species have been recorded locally
bullethiking and walking through the woods or along the shore of the private sandy beach
bulletphotographing the wildlife
bulletfishing (bring your own gear, bait, and permit)
bulletspotting the wildlife
bulletGazing at the stars like you have never seen them before.
bulletusing us as a base to explore beautiful Algonquin Park
bulletor relax with a book in the comfortable Muskoka chairs by the lakeside

Come in from exploring and relax in our spacious Observatory accommodation.

bulletSocialize with other guests and observatory staff 
bulletDine on our restaurant overlooking the lake
bulletEnjoy the library or catch a movie on the observatory's theatre projector system
bulletShop for local products and Algonquin Radio Observatory merchandise at our small store
bulletSee the stars as you have never seen them before through the Observatory's 8" refractor telescope

Plan a trip or retreat to a unique location and an experience to remember.