With expansive docking facilities and calm sheltered water, the area surrounding Muskoka Wharf is perfect for small watercraft.  The Muskoka Boat and Heritage Centre also known as “Grace and Speed”  is a fantastic showcase of nautical history with both in-water and dry displays of all things related to boating.  Home port of the restored Royal Mail Ship Segwun and Wenonah II  the Wharf also has numerous restaurants, cafes and shops.  CLICK ON THE IMAGE BELOW FOR A LARGER VIEW.

The focal point of the main plaza is anchored by a gazebo that sits in the middle of a large paving stone compass design.  This motif harkens back to the days when nautical navigation was entirely dependent on the expertise of sailors with astronomical configurations and sextants. CLICK ON THE IMAGE BELOW FOR A LARGER VIEW.The great thing about this location is its’ proximity to the water, great docking and large grassy areas for land displays. CLICK ON THE IMAGE BELOW FOR A LARGER VIEW.

As of this posting we are working on the creation of a portable launch ramp that will allow boat owners to hand launch their craft from the concrete dock.  This will be wide enough (eight feet) to accommodate small boat trailers or dollies and will gently slope into the water at a 7 degree angle.   At this point the water is only 4 feet deep which makes it an ideal location. CLICK ON THE IMAGE BELOW FOR A LARGER VIEW.