Map of Bracebridge

Map of Bracebridge, a town in the District Municipality of Muskoka along the Muskoka River, midway between Toronto and Algonquin Park.

Last reviewed on April 27, 2026

About Bracebridge

Bracebridge is the administrative seat of the District of Muskoka and one of cottage country's most-visited towns. The Bracebridge Falls run right through downtown, and the wider area includes lakes Muskoka, Rosseau, and Joseph nearby.

Geography & Major Routes

Highway 11 runs through the town, providing the main route between southern Ontario and Northern Ontario.

Bracebridge Districts & Communities

Downtown Bracebridge, the area around Bracebridge Bay and the falls, the Manitoba Street commercial spine, and surrounding rural lake communities are the main parts of the town.

Region

Bracebridge is part of Muskoka District, with a population of approximately 17,000. For broader context, see the Central Ontario regional map and the Ontario map with cities.