Dorset Scenic Lookout Tower, Dorset

Wow 😍 an experience like no other! The views at the lookout points alone are unbelievable. Once you've made your way to the top of the tower though, you will be treated to the most magnificent, beautiful views, especially in the fall! The lady working in the building was the most pleasant, and my husband and I had a great little chat with her. She had some great recommendations for us, sadly no moose were seen though! 😉

It's best spot to watch maple leaves. It's a well maintained and managed park. There are many potable washrooms, water station, parking spots and ice cream. The view is fantastic! The tower is high enough to watch the scenery. Recommend to by the tickets in advance at weekends.

Hands down, one of the best places to view the fall colors of Ontario. Online reservation is recommended for those who want to drive up the hill (~1km), but if you love the walk, tickets are available in the entrance booth. Reach early if you don't want to be turned away by O.P.P. especially during holidays/long weekend. Porta potties are available near the lookout tower parking area (uphill). The climb up the tower is somewhat steep, so if you have little children, take extra care and precaution. There is only one person controlling the crowd below the tower entrance and you are asked to limit your visit up top to a maximum of 5 minutes. No enforcement though. Overall, a terrific experience to enjoy a good hike and see nature's bountiful creations!

The Doelrset Lookout Tower offers beautiful views over the forests and lakes. It is especially spectacular in the fall to observe the splendid colors. I do understand the security directing people or allowing cars to go to the tower. I do understand they have asked us to be short in order to allow others to enjoy the experience. But I don't understand why a party of about 30 was allowed right at the base of the tower, with loud music and oriental dance. I wish they have cleared, so I could take videos of the scenery as well.

The short drive up to the scenic lookout tower was pretty, some chose to park the car at the bottom of the hill and hike up. We had just done Algonquin the day before so we decided to drive up ($17 per car was charged for parking, use of facilities and the tower). The climb up the lookout tower was magnificent, doable even for 77 years old seniors if you do it slowly. We were rewarded with beautiful 360 view and fall colours. The experience was different compared to immersing ourselves in hiking the colourful woods of Algonquin but I personally think it is an experience one should try at least once. It is time of the season if you want to catch some good foliage colours. We went on a weekday so we did not have to purchase tickets in advance (not so for weekends so check before you go).