Dyer Memorial
A stone memorial tower and garden beside the East River, northeast of Huntsville. Surrounded by trees with streams running through, it is a quiet, off-the-beaten-path spot for autumn foliage.
Dyer Memorial was built by American lawyer Clifford Dyer in memory of his late wife. Completed in 1956, the stone memorial tower, about 12 meters tall, stands on the bank of the North Branch of the East River. It is surrounded by neatly trimmed lawns, gardens, and forest paths, and a wooden bridge and small waterfall cross the river. The site is far from crowds. Autumn foliage around the tower is especially photogenic, and it suits picnics and strolls. It is about 12 km from Huntsville and requires a car, and the last stretch is a gravel road. Admission is free, and camping is prohibited on site.
Opening hours
Approx. May–Oct, daytime; free admission
Nearby sights
- Lions Lookout, Huntsville
- Muskoka Heritage Place & Portage Flyer
- Lake of Bays & SS Bigwin
- High Falls
- Wilson's Falls
- Bracebridge Falls
- Santa's Village
- Lake Muskoka