We drove to the north of Toronto to admire the colorful autumn scenery on October 1, 2006. We first visited Dr. Henry Norman Bethune's house and Dorset Tower in Lake of Bays, Muskoka, then headed further north to Algonquin Park. The weather was not good for photography because most of time it was cloudy, sometimes mixed with rain or sunshine. However, we were pleased to be out to enjoy the natural beauty.

Muskoka may come from the Algonquin word for "land of the red earth". There are over 500kms of shoreline on the Lake of Bays, and each bay, inlet and island holds something special to discover. It was such a breathtaking experience when we climbed up to it's famous Dorset Tower. Overlooking the magnificant and colorful foliage, from the deep vivid red to fiery orange across the endless hillsides, it is indeed true that all of Muskoka celebrates its splendid autumn.

Heading further to the north, it was a pleasant drive through the Parkway Corridor of Algonquin Park. It is about 50kms from the West to East Gate. Algonquin Visitor Centor provides some great exhibits on its natural and human history. There are 2 bike trails and 14 walking trails, a logging museum, Art Center and many different programs and events to suit everyone's taste.