Find out what people are saying about us!
Nov 16, 2019
Muskoka Lakes business wines Ontario Business Achievement award
MuskokaRegion.com
“Muskoka Lakes Farm and Winery, one of the more honoured agribusiness in Ontario has done it again.”
Oct 31, 2019
You Can Skate Along A Frozen Cranberry Trail Beneath the Stars In Ontario This Winter
Madeline Forsyth, Narcity
“Drift down this magical 1.2 KM trail!”
Oct 25, 2019
6 Day Trips To Take This Fall That Are Under 4 Hours From Toronto
Bailey Grant, Style Democracy
“If you want to have a fun day full of adventures, cranberries, and even some wine, check out Johnston’s Cranberry Farm!”
Oct 24, 2019
8 Fabulous Ontario Staycations That Will Make You Forget You’re Home
Amber Van Wort, Narcity
You can dive into a lake full of vibrant red cranberries, sip wine, and tour the trails.
Oct 14, 2019
This cranberry farm promotes ecotourism and invites guests to take the plunge
Natalie Nanowski, CBC News
“Farm grows 1% of Canada’s cranberries and makes wine from the tart fruit.”
Oct 8, 2019
8 Breathtaking Outdoor Skating Trails That Take You Through A Winter Wonderland In Ontario
Amber Van Wort, Narcity
“Skate into some serious fun!”
Oct 3, 2019
Nicole is live at the JW Marriott Lake Rosseau! (3 of 5)
Breakfast Television
“Nicole checks out the Muskoka Lakes Farm and Winery!”
Sept 25, 2019
Where To Take A Cranberry Plunge This Fall
400Eleven
“Wade Into A Sea Of Red Cranberries For The Ultimate Fall Photo.”
Sept 21, 2019
Bala Bog Monster Finds Forever Home At Muskoka Lakes Farm And Winery
Maddie Binning, Muskoka 411
“After making a journey through four cities and two countries, the 900-kilogram steel statue known as Koilos has found his forever home at the Muskoka Lakes Farm & Winery.”
Sept 11, 2019
‘Absolutely stunning’: Muskoka awes Amazing Race Canada Season 7 champs
Alison Brownlee, Bracebridge Examiner
“And then teams trekked to Muskoka Lakes Farm and Winery in Bala to assemble a cranberry marsh irrigation system.”
Sept 11, 2019
Add this ‘cranberry plunge’ near Toronto to your fall bucket
DH Toronto Staff, Daily Hive
“And topping the to-do list this season, the Cranberry Plunge might be the ultimate (and most Insta-worthy) autumn adventure.”
Sept 10, 2019
Married Couple Anthony and James Win Season 7 of CTV’s THE AMAZING RACE CANADA
CTV, Cision
“Teams then visited Muskoka Lakes Farm & Winery, home of Johnston Cranberries in Bala, where they were challenged to carry a series of different pipes across a cranberry marsh and assemble the pipes into a working irrigation system.”
Dec 6, 2018
5 Reasons Why You Should Visit this Cranberry Marsh During Winter
To Do Canada
“Winter is here and mother nature is transforming before our eyes into a cozy winter wonderland! Embrace the beautiful winter months with a visit to Muskoka Lakes farm and winery…”
Nov 26, 2018
You Can Drink Mulled Wine And Skate Under The Stars On A Breathtaking 1.2 Km Ice Trail In Ontario This Winter
Elizabeth Keith, Narcity
“Usually, Canadians like to warm up after skating with a nice cup of hot chocolate. At one Ontario skating trail though, they are swapping the hot chocolate for wine.”
Aug 8, 2019
You Can Jump Into A Red Sea Of Cranberries At This Ontario Farm In October
Stephanie White, Narcity
“At this adorable Ontario cranberry farm, you can get the ultimate fall photo with a cranberry plunge!”
May 9, 2019
What I ate in Muskoka? Muskoka Lakes Farm and Winery cheese platter
Agatha Farmer, Huntsville Forester
“The Muskoka Lakes Farm and Winery offers a multilayered experience with tours, wine tastings, gift shop and menu.”
Sept 20, 2018
Hot temps create a bumper season
“The hot temperatures are creating a bumper crop season for some and putting a hold on the season for others.”
Sept 14, 2018
Announcing the 2018 Ontario Culinary Tourism Awards Finalists
OCTA, Agatha Podgorski
“These awards are about the passion and excellence of those dedicated to advancing the culinary tourism movement in Ontario. Through their steadfast leadership and unique experiences, both winners and finalists set the bar for what culinary tourism in Ontario represents.”
Sept 11, 2018
You can do a ‘cranberry plunge’ near Toronto this fall
Daily Hive, Staff
“Topping the to-do list, the Cranberry Plunge might just be the ultimate (and most Insta-worthy) autumn adventure around.”
Sept 7, 2018
You Must Visit The Adorable Cranberry Marsh This Fall In Ontario
Narcity, Mia Shabsove
“Here’s an activity that’s completely out of the normal: a cranberry bog!”
Sept 1, 2018
This incredible cranberry farm near Toronto is the perfect fall day trip
blogTO, Staff
“If Lavender farms are a must-visit summer attraction in Toronto, the fall equivalent must surely be the cranberry farm. What better way to soak up autumn’s splendour than by plunging into a sea of bright red cranberries surrounded by dazzling foliage?”
Feb 20, 2018
Johnston’s Cranberry Marsh is winning with Premier’s Innovation Award
Gravenhurst Banner, Agatha Farmer
“Johnston’s Cranberry Marsh is recognized for their innovative business and community leadership with the Premier’s Award for Agri-Food innovation excellence.”
Jan 16, 2018
Lace up your ice skates and head for 1 of these 5 Muskoka outdoor rinks
Huntsville Forester, Alison Brownlee
“Looking for some wintery outdoor fun on the ice? Here are five magical outdoor skating options for you.”
Dec 14, 2017
Welcome to the Cranberry Capital of Ontario
TVO, Sarah B. Hood
“In the small town of Bala, cranberries are a way of life.”
Nov 14, 2017
This 1.2-km Ice Skating Trail In A Frozen Cranberry Marsh In Ontario Opens Next Month
Narcity, Elu Basa
“One of the coolest activities you can do in the province is skate through a frozen cranberry marsh.”
Nov 6, 2017
Elnaz Mansouri
Oct 30, 2017
Oct 17, 2017
This Incredible Ontario Cranberry Farm is the Perfect Fall Day Trip
BlogTO, Derek Flack
“What better way to soak up autumn’s splendour than by plunging into a sea of bright red cranberries surrounded by dazzling foliage?”
Oct 15, 2017
You Must Visit This Amazing Cranberry Marsh In Ontario
Narcity, Elu Basa
“This fall, try something new and head over to Johnston’s Cranberry Marsh for a truly unique adventure.”
Oct 13, 2017
Why you Must visit the Bala Cranberry Festival in Ontario
Wandering Wagars
“The Bala Cranberry festival has become one of the most popular things to do in Ontario during the fall season.”
Oct 9, 2017
Familiar Flavour on Thanksgiving
“CTV Barrie’s Krista Sharpe has a preview of this year’s cranberry harvest in Bala.”
Oct 9, 2017
Annual cranberry harvest continues a ‘very Canadian’ tradition
CityNews, Audra Brown
“People from around the world think of cranberries as Canadian fruit.”
Oct 17, 2016
12 Fun Things You Should Do North Of Toronto This Fall
“Experience fall to its fullest potential, whether it’s for a weekend getaway or a day trip, here’s a list of 12 fun things you should do north of Toronto this fall.”
Pure Muskoka: Curling on the Cranberry Marsh
February 25, 2017
CTV Barrie: Cranberry Curling
January 14, 2017
CTV Barrie: Cranberry Trails
February 15, 2017
Winter Getaway to Muskoka
The Blondilocks
Blondielocks stayed at the JW Marriott in Rosseau and then came to visit us. Find out about her winter adventure!
February 7, 2017
Cranberry Wine Tour & Snowshoeing
Kelsey Diane Blog
“I was a little worried how I would do on snow shoes for the first time but it ended up being a wonderful winter experience!
We had a lot of fun and I will definitely be going back in the summer to see the cranberries and again next winter for some more of that delicious mulled wine!”
January 14, 2017
Johnston’s Cranberry Ice Trail – OPENED TODAY!!!!
Camper Christina Blog
“Johnston’s Cranberry Marsh is very clever. They think out of the box and come up with creative ideas to provide people with unique experiences.”
January 10, 2017
10 Must Skate Canadian Rinks
Get Out There Magazine
We made Canada’s top 10 list!
December 29, 2016
Marching the Marsh! – Snowshoeing at Johnston’s Cranberry Marsh!
Camper Christina Blog
“When I decided to go snowshoeing at the Cranberry Marsh, I did not expect it to be anything like this!” Find out what happened!
December 13, 2016
SPOTLIGHT – Johnston’s Cranberry Marsh & Muskoka Lakes Winery
Venture Muskoka
“Stop by any time to visit Johnston’s Cranberry Marsh and Muskoka Lakes Winery, and see just how they’ve managed to thrive, just like the native Cranberry, in Muskoka.”
September 26, 2016
One-tank Trips: Tough to top Muskoka for fall foliage
Life Travel – Postmedia Network
“Colourful is the annual harvest starting this weekend at Johnston’s Cranberry Marsh and Muskoka Lakes Winery in Bala.”
September 22, 2016
Cranberry harvest season has begun at Johnston’s Cranberry Marsh
Muskoka 411
“Johnston’s Cranberry Marsh is buzzing as this year’s cranberry harvest begins. The cranberry season is the busiest and most exciting time of year for Johnston’s – and this year is no exception.”
June 8, 2016
Lesley Commandant – Johnston’s Cranberry Marsh & Muskoka Lakes Winery
Travel Dew – Experiential Travel Interviews
Find out what sets Johnston’s Cranberry Marsh & Muskoka Lakes Winery apart from other activities and excursions in the area.
Cranberry Sentinel at the Dabbling Duck
Check out our antique truck at a local art gallery.
July 8, 2016
A Self Guided Muskoka Beer Tour Plus Some Cranberry Wine
30 Day Adventures
Find out how Marc Smith recommends touring the breweries and our winery in Muskoka.
Johnston’s Cranberry Marsh & Muskoka Lakes Winery
Faces of Farming
“Winemaking and farming aren’t two things most people associate with Muskoka. Yet fruit wines and an iconic fall holiday berry are helping farmer Murray Johnston and his wife Wendy Hogarth put their family business on the map.”
December 23, 2015
Crazy for Cranberries
Cynthia David Food & Travel
Find out what happens when you throw homegrown cranberries in the smoker for 30 minutes before mixing them with sautéed leeks and onions, a splash of cranberry wine and local honey
Fall 2015
How a one-crop farm attracts 40,000 visitors a year
Portico
“Whether it’s touring the 27 acres of cranberry bogs or sampling the cranberry wines made by their Muskoka Lakes Winery, there’s always something to see, do, eat or drink.”
October 9, 2014
Only in Ontario: Johnston’s Cranberry Marsh
Ontario Culinary Tourism Alliance
“For Ontario’s unofficial First Family of Cranberry, the tart business has proven to be quite sweet indeed.”
April 18, 2013
Food for Thought : Cranberries
Chatelaine
Chatelaine Kitchen’s intern, Miranda, is a self-professed farm buff and last weekend she checked out Johnston’s Cranberry Marsh where she learned how cranberries make it from farm to table.
October 2011
Cranberry harvest perfect time for a trip to Muskoka’s Bala, where festival celebrates healthful red fruit in grand style
mynewwaterfronthome.com
“Fall is a great time of year. It’s harvest time, there’s people all around. It’s just a great feeling.”