Winter Cottage Getaways in Haliburton

Our heated ice fishing huts sit just 150 to 200 metres from our shore, an easy walk from your cottage. Fish for pickerel, whitefish, burbot and Haliburton Gold lake trout, with live minnows included. Huts are $55 per person per day (minimum 2 people), and there are no time limits, so you can stay out well into the evening. Cottage guests get a weekend deal: Friday afternoon to Sunday morning at a 2-day rate of $110 per person. Bring your own fishing gear, and call us to reserve your hut in advance, as huts are limited.

Glide across the picturesque Mountain Lake on your skates and enjoy the fresh winter air. Whether playing a game of hockey or taking a romantic skate, ice skating is a fun and memorable experience. Ogopogo Resort maintains a large rink on the lake, complete with lighting for night-time skating. Many guests fish for part of the day, play a game of hockey on the lake, then head back to the huts at dusk.

The groomed cross-country ski trails at Twin Lakes Nordic Ski Trails are just across the road, about 500 metres from the resort. Glide through quiet forests and snow-covered landscapes, then come back to a warm cottage with a gas fireplace.

Head to nearby Sir Sam’s Ski / Ride for a day of alpine skiing, where you can enjoy breathtaking views and ski without the long lineups. Registered guests receive discounted lift tickets and ski rentals. Experience the thrill of downhill skiing on well-groomed slopes, suitable for all levels.

Check dog sledding off your bucket list with Winterdance Dogsled Tours, our recommended dog sledding company in Haliburton. Their purebred Siberian huskies lead 2-hour, half-day and full-day tours, moonlit runs and multi-day adventures through the Haliburton Highlands wilderness. Tours fill quickly, especially on weekends, so reserve with Winterdance well in advance, then come back to a cozy cottage and a warm fireplace at Ogopogo.

Explore the great outdoors with a snowmobiling adventure, with over 600 km of groomed trails in Haliburton County. Haliburton Forest, located just 30 minutes from Ogopogo Resort, offers snowmobile and full equipment rentals, as well as access to their private groomed trail system.

We provide snowshoes to registered guests at no extra cost, and the groomed snowshoe trails at Twin Lakes Nordic Ski Trails are just across the road, about 500 metres from the resort. Haliburton County has plenty more trails and parks to explore.

Enjoy cozy winter evenings around a crackling bonfire at Ogopogo Resort. Gather with family and friends to roast marshmallows, make s'mores, and share stories under the starlit sky. Our bonfire setups provide a warm and inviting atmosphere to relax and unwind after a day of winter activities.