Nordic ski getaways in Ontario

The secret is out! Missing Link Adventure Tours and the beautiful Almaguin Highlands are the destination for gravel cycling getaways in Ontario. But did you know that we are surrounded by multiple Nordic ski areas for the perfect ski getaway?

From January through March, we are out playing in the white stuff. On-site trails and a region packed with recreation areas means the easiest way to stay warm is to stay moving!

Our winter retreats include your accommodation and our famous personalized meal plans suited for active guests. Your biggest challenge is going to be choosing where to go play!

Let us build your Ontario Ski Getaway! (Details on our February Intro Navigation & Orienteering Getaway)

Multiple options to build your ski getaway:

We are centrally located to multiple outdoor recreation and nordic centres, stretching from Nipissing to Georgian Bay and Algonquin Park. Build multiple days of exploring around a new trail network each day, or mix it up with some relaxing on site and dabbling in one of the available options.

Regional XC Ski Areas (Distance from location):

Arrowhead Provincial Park (43km)
Mikisew Provincial Park (50km - community maintained - free)
Georgian Nordic (70km)
Wasi Ski Club (89km)
North Bay Nordic (112km)
Leaf Lake - Algonquin Park (140km)

In addition, the Forgotten Trails network provides snowshoe options across the region and we have on-site trails!

2026 Ski Getaway & Winter Rates:

Your group will have private use of our accommodation and trails during your stay.

Accommodation at The LINNK: $450 / night for 6ppl. $60/pp per night up to 10

2-night minimum (3-night for Ontario long weekends).

Off-site third-party permits and passes not included.

Includes:

accommodation - linens and toiletries provided
fire pit and wood
on-site snowshoe and groomed trails
assistance with itinerary planning and the latest local intel

Accommodation overview: www.mlat.ca/your-stay

Fueling your ski getaway - come for fun, come back for the food!:

We provide guests with meals for an active itinerary that meet their dietary preferences, while featuring ingredients from our farm and other local producers. Our default is gluten free and we operate from our certified kitchen in the LINNK.

Guests can fill their day with their chosen activities without having to coordinate menus, supplies and cooking. Show up, do your thing and be ‘home’ in time for dinner!

Meal plans can accommodate groups' itineraries, for example, having lunch out after a morning ski. We can also provide grab and go lunches to help maximize activity time.

Full daily $120 (Breakfast $25, Lunch $35, Dinner $60)

An example package is dinner Friday and Saturday, with breakfast and lunches on Saturday and Sunday ($240 per person + HST), or you might choose to eat dinner while travelling on Friday. Connect with us to design a custom package.

Sample itinerary:

Friday (dinner can be arranged)

Arrival Campfire and cider

Saturday

Breakfast at 8:30

Depart for activities- lunch out

Return ‐ afternoon snowshoe on trails

Dinner at 7:00

Sunday

Breakfast at 8:30

Depart for activities

Grab and go lunch provided

Return or depart

Example package:

Sample per-person package (group of 6) based on example itinerary above (plus HST):

Accommodation $150

Meals (B/D/B/L) $145

Total per-person: $295

Current weekend date options:

2026 dates filled. Book early for 2027!

Overview of winter activities at and around our location:

www.mlat.ca/winter

Guest reviews:

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   Gary Swayze 
 
 
 
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My Missing Link Adventure Tours weekend experience was fantastic! Such a great time hanging out with like minded cyclists and making new friends. Julia and Rob’s hospitality was top level. Julia’s culinary skills are simply amazing. We were delighted beyond words with each dish she served. Farm fresh food that was absolutely delicious! Rob’s knowledge of the local cycling opportunities and flexibility in preparing us tailor made routes was awesome. Some of the best gravel riding I’ve experienced. This was my first experience. I will be back!!
  
 
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   Alannah Martin 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Gravel camp was the perfect weekend away and provided the opportunity to push oneself in distance and elevation, as well as overall training load. Rob & Julia are the most gracious hosts. Julia spent the entire weekend working tirelessly on their farm and in their kitchen to prepare gourmet meals with the freshest of foods for us. The food was absolutely exceptional! And Rob did an amazing job of planning out different gravel routes as well as being flexible and altering the weekend to best fit our goals. I'm not entirely sure I would've made it through the 100k in the heat without his support! And it was so inspiring to have to chance to cycle with Adam Hill and learn from a true pro! Other notable mentions were the outdoor shower, the cleanliness of the farm's accommodations, and their lovely dog. I highly recommend this weekend to every foodie cycling enthusiast!!
  
 
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   William Brett Thomas 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I had a wonderful time participating in Gravel Camp at Missing Link Adventures.  Rob and Julia are extremely friendly, welcoming and interesting to hang out with.  The gravel riding in the area is phenomenal....best I've done in Ontario.  The food was second to none.  All fresh, local produce and meat, expertly crafted into a seemingly never-ending variety of dishes.  The house and farm were fun to hang around and explore.  I'm already looking forward to going back with my wife next summer.
  
 
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   DJ Donna Lovejoy 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I stayed at Santoasha Farm during a week long retreat at The Workroom, and WOW, Julia and Rob are the most incredible hosts.  The farm house is modern and very well-kept.  They prepared daily meals for us and every meal was absolutely delicious and nutritious.  It’s clear that Julia and Rob care a lot about their guests, local food and the environment.  I will absolutely stay there again in the future.  Thank you Julia and Rob, you’re amazing!
  
 
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   Niloo Ravaei 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. One of the best, most wholesome group biking experiences I've been a part of. Rob and Julia are gems of human beings, and they have a beautiful space that feels so welcoming and peaceful. The food is incredible, all made with fresh ingredients from their farm. And the riding is challenging, but exhilarating.

I was a beginner rider, and even though the trails were fairly advanced (with lots of hills), Rob helped me adjust the routes to my skill level.

Will definitely be going back again!
  
 
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   D Mac 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We had an amazing cycling getaway with Missing Link.  Rob & Julia are fantastic hosts.  Rob curated incredibly fun & challenging routes everyday and Julia fueled us with some of the most memorable fresh meals I've had.  Can't wait for a return visit!
  
 
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   Julie Toole 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Absolute pleasure to collaborate with Rob on a women's gravel bike weekend! From start to finish, Rob and Julia took great care of all participants, ensuring everyone's needs were met, from on the bike support to comfortable and super clean accommodations and nutritious farm to table meals catering to different dietary restrictions. And, gorgeous gravel riding up there!
  
 
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   Amanda A 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. FIVE STARS!
Missing Link Adventure Tours offered the perfect winter weekend experience! The fat bike riding on expertly designed and well groomed trails, the outstanding food, and the beautifully appointed accommodations were only eclipsed by Rob's and Julia's exceptional hospitality. Their passion and knowledge is inspiring! I can't wait to return!
  
 
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 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Nbmba, ‘Girls FROSTY’fatty bike weekend, hosted by Connie H. WAS A BLAST.!  Rob headed Our first night with headlamps &  did a freshly covered snow trail thru the magical forest in which consisted of rolling hills, around the gardens and tobaggan hills to finish by a camp fire with the most delicious farm to table, homemade raspberry almond crust and like a whipped creamy filling topped with raspberries.  Julia is the best at homemade food chef & totally made food from scratch absolutely delicious! Rob & Julia are the best hosts!
  
 
  
  
 
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CANCELLATION POLICY:

(21 days or more) Full refund, less processing fees, if the cancellation is made 21 days or more prior to the event start date.

(Between 21 days to 7 days prior) A credit will be issued for a future event with Missing Link Adventure Tours if the cancellation is made between 21 and 7 days prior to the event start date.

(less that 7 days prior) Cancellations that are made less than 7 days before the event start date and attendees who do not show up will not receive a refund or credit and will forfeit their registration fee.

Ski Getaways - a perfect winter retreat for friends