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Welcome to your ultimate local resource for enjoying an Ontario lakeside cottage vacation in the heart of the Almaguin Highlands. Whether you are looking for the best breakfast at Bucks Lodge & Grill, grabbing essentials at Gerry’s General Store, or heading out for a hike on the Fire Tower Trail in Restoule Provincial Park, Luksa Lodge is perfectly situated to be your home base. Our guide covers everything from the Commanda Lake Boat Launch to winter access for the D102C Snowmobile Trail, ensuring you experience the very best of the Parry Sound District during your stay.

Restaurants & Eateries

  1. Barton's Bistro at Buck’s Lodge
    2. Restoule’s own restaurant, right in town! Everything from breakfast to wings.
  2. Bud The Spud
    3. Around the corner a seasonal burger and fry food truck with delicious homemade food.
  3. Roxie's Diner
    4. A long-standing area classic, this Port Loring restaurant is famous for its comfort food.
  4. Jake's Place Restaurant
    5. Another wonderful Port Loring family-owned restaurant.
  5. China Garden
    6. A Powassan restaurant with classic Chinese food.
  6. Wagon Wheel
    7. Another Powassan restaurant with tons of delicious pub food and pizza.

    Markets & Artisans

    1. Gerry's General Store
      2. the local place for everything
    2. BOARDS HONEY FARM
      3. Sweets and more made from local Restoulian honey.
    3. STONETHROW POTTERY
      4. Artisan-crafted pottery.
    4. MILL BAY MARKET
      5. General goods and fresh food with the best butcher in the north! A little local tip, try the Pizza Sausages and the Texas Hen!
    5. ICE CREAM BUNKIE
      6. Located in Mill Bay Market, this seasonal dessert shop has your sweet tooth covered.
    6. MAPLE ROOTS FARM
      7. Local farm fresh produce, meats, and maple syrup.
    7. Oshell's Valu-mart Powassan
      8. The closest located full grocery store

      Provincial Parks & Hiking Trails

      1. RESTOULE PROVINCIAL PARK
        2. The very well known Restoule Provincial Park is close by
      2. SOUTH BAY PROVINCIAL PARK
        3. Located on the south side of Nipissing Bay.
      3. GRUNDY LAKE PROVINCIAL PARK
        4. A little bit of a drive, but it offers excellent beaches with kayak rentals.
      4. ALGONQUIN PROVINCIAL PARK
        5. The oldest and most famous provincial park in the Canada.
      5. FIRE TOWER TRAIL
        6. A highly recommended accessible and beautiful hike near the lodge
      6. COMMANDA LOOKOUT
        7. Incredible views of the Almaguin Highlands no matter the season.

        Destinations, Attractions & Recreation

        1. THE LEGION & OUTDOOR RINK
          2. The local Restoule community centre that runs events and gatherings, including an ice rink in the winter.
        2. KIDS PLAYGROUND
          3. Make friends with inviting locals at this community playground.
        3. SOUTH SHORE SNOWMOBILE CLUB
          4. The local snowmobiling club with information and news.
        4. SAND LAKE ROAD
          5. One of the best ATV trails for experienced riders – a local gem.
        5. HAWTHORNE DRIVE
          6. Another great ATV trail! If you know what you are doing, you can take this all the way to Port Loring. It’s also a part of the D102c snowmobile trail in the winter.
        6. COMMANDA MUSEUM
          7. Get a taste of local history.
        7. DEER SANCTUARY
          8. Interact with one of Canada’s largest whitetail deer herds.
        8. SCOTTY’S LAKE TOURS
          9. Enjoy a pontoon boat tour for 8-10 adults and explore the beautiful lakes of the Almaguin Highlands. Fish, swim, drink and be merry!

          Local Information

          1. Local Events Page
            2. Discover what’s happening in Restoule.
          2. Post Office
            3. For any essentials or emergencies.
          3. Mister Minnow
            4. Local fishing expertise and supplies.
          4. Commanda Lake Fishing
            5. A general fishing guide.
          5. Commanda Lake Boat Launch
            6. Find the public boat launch.
          6. Local Trail & Wildlife Guide
            7. Discover Restoule.
          7. Restoule Trail Map
            8. A map of local ATV & Snowmobile trails.