Fairy Lake

Introducing Fairy Lake

Muskoka is known for its natural beauty, and Fairy Lake is a wonderful part of that aesthetic. Offering stunning landscapes from every angle, it’s no wonder Fairy Lake is a sought-after location for cottagers. The lake’s proximity to the town of Huntsville and all of its amenities, not to mention the multitude of outdoor activities offered at the nearby Algonquin Park, make it an ideal destination.

Activities on the lake

Fairy Lake is connected to both Peninsula Lake and Lake Vernon, offering access to 60+ kilometers of boating. This means access to several boat launches and marinas. And since several activities, shopping and dining establishments are accessible by boat or canoe, the possibilities are endless.

Popular activities on Fairy Lake include boating, canoeing/kayaking, paddle boarding and water skiing. In addition, the lake’s small coves offer several great locations where swimmers can get out and enjoy the cool water on a hot summer day. If you are looking for privacy, venturing through the south end Fairy Lake into Lake Vernon will take you to Hutcheson Beach. Well-known for its privacy, the beach offers a clean and beautiful sandy beach with a small playground for children.

Fishing is also extremely popular in Fairy Lake, and the cold, deep water is home to a wide variety of fish species. Most abundant are Lake Trout Lake Whitefish, and Brook Trout, but you’ll also discover Smallmouth and Largemouth Bass, Northern Pike and Walleye, among other species. To launch your boat or canoe, just head to the public boat launch on Camp Kitchen Road.

Exploring the area

Feel free to dock your boat in downtown Huntsville at the town docks. Short-term docking spaces are available for those who wish to enjoy the beauty of Muskoka while taking advantage of the many splendid restaurants and trendy shops in town.

For fun off the water, you’ll find Huntsville offers quite a few options to take in the beauty of Muskoka. Lion’s Lookout is just one of them. The 1.3 kilometer hiking trail leading up to the lookout offers a fantastic view of Fairy Lake and the town of Huntsville. The trail is rated moderate in difficulty, but for those unable to trek up the embankment, the lookout can be accessed by motor vehicles as well.

For the avid golfer, the Deerhurst Highlands Golf Course at Deerhurst offers world-class golfing. Enjoy the stunning views of Fairy Lake as you partake in an afternoon of 18 holes. The course offers a warm-up range, a pro shop, rentals and a lounge. And if 18 holes are too much for you, a second course, Deerhurst Lakeside, a picturesque 9-hole golf course, is perfect for you.

Location
Official Name	Fairy Lake
County/District	Muskoka
Municipality	Town of Huntsville
Drainage Basin	North Muskoka River
Latitude/Longitude	45.3292 N 79.1814 W

Physical Features
Surface Area (km)	6.99
Elevation (m asl)	284
Mean Depth (m)	22
Maximum Depth (m)	69
Perimeter (km)	24.3
Island Shoreline (km)	2.6
Clarity (m)	3.1

Land Use and Development
Crown Land (%)	0
Provincial Parks	none
Shoreline Development	intense; urban, commercial, shoreline residential
Access	public; boat launch on Muskoka River in Huntsville
Water Level Management	regulated; water level is controlled by an MNR owned and operated dam on the North Muskoka River downstream of Fairy Lake; flows and levels are governed by the Muskoka River Water Management Plan

Fish Species
Major Fish Species	lake trout, lake whitefish, cisco (lake herring), brook trout, smallmouth bass, largemouth bass, northern pike, walleye, black crappie
Other Fish Species	creek chub, trout-perch, bluntnose minnow, yellow perch, golden shiner, rainbow smelt, white sucker, longnose sucker, pumpkinseed, brown bullhead, rock bass