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1-877-218-5370Nestled in the Haliburton Highlands just west of Haliburton Village, Redstone Lake is one of the region’s most visually dramatic and naturally rewarding cottage lakes a deep, clear, granite-shore lake of rocky islands, picturesque bays, and pristine water that perfectly captures the Canadian Shield landscape at its most compelling. Connected to Pelaw Lake and Little Redstone Lake through quiet waterway passages, Redstone offers cottagers a surprising range of on-water exploration from a single dock. Located approximately 2.5 to 3 hours northeast of Toronto, Redstone Lake is one of the Haliburton Highlands’ most sought-after and beautiful destinations.
Cottage Vacations has been Ontario’s trusted cottage rental agency since 1999. Our Redstone Lake collection is carefully curated, professionally managed, and built around one goal: a seamless, memorable stay from the moment you book to the moment you head home.
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Redstone Lake’s character is defined by its geology; the ancient Canadian Shield granite that lines its shores has been worn into dramatic outcroppings, smooth shelves, and rocky islands that rise from deep, exceptionally clear water. The lake’s depth is one of its most celebrated features: cold, clean, and clear enough to see the bottom in the shallower bays and to feel genuinely deep in the open sections, supporting a water quality that speaks to the low-development, high-natural-character of the surrounding Haliburton Highlands landscape.
The lake connects north through quiet channels to Pelaw Lake and Little Redstone Lake, adding waterway range for paddlers and small-boat explorers who want to extend their on-water territory beyond Redstone’s main basin. The surrounding area’s terrain is quintessential Highlands mixed boreal forest of pine, spruce, maple, and birch covering granite ridges and valleys, with the trail networks and conservation areas of the Haliburton Highlands extending the outdoor recreation range significantly beyond the lakeshore.
Haliburton Village, just 15 minutes east, provides the full range of community services and cultural amenities that make a Redstone Lake cottage stay comfortable and enriching. The Haliburton Sculpture Forest, the Haliburton School of Art + Design, local restaurants and galleries, and the County’s exceptional seasonal events are all easily accessible. The nearby communities of West Guilford and Minden add further character and services within easy reach of the lake.
Redstone Lake delivers a Haliburton Highlands cottage experience centred on deep, pristine water, dramatic granite scenery, and exceptional natural character.
Exceptional water quality. Redstone Lake’s deep, cold, remarkably clear water is among the finest in the Haliburton Highlands. The lake’s depth and low surrounding development mean water quality that consistently impresses even experienced Ontario lake cottage-goers.
Dramatic Shield landscape. The granite outcroppings, rocky islands, and Shield terrain that frame Redstone Lake give it a natural drama that distinguishes it from softer-shored Kawartha lakes. The landscape rewards photography, exploration, and simply sitting on a granite point watching the water.
Haliburton Village proximity. Fifteen minutes from one of Ontario’s most celebrated cottage country arts communities, Redstone Lake cottagers can combine deep-wilderness lake beauty with the cultural and dining richness that Haliburton Village provides, a combination that is genuinely unusual among Highlands lakes.
Connected waterways. The Pelaw Lake and Little Redstone Lake connections extend paddling and boating range beyond the main lake, providing added exploration territory for canoeists and kayakers who want more than a single lake can offer.
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Redstone Lake’s deep, clear water and varied shoreline make it outstanding for almost every on-water pursuit. Swimming from the granite shelves and rocky points is one of the lake’s greatest pleasures the water is cold, clean, and refreshingly clear, with the lake’s depth providing that particular sensation of open-water swimming in genuinely wild country. Kayaking and canoeing around the lake’s islands and into the connected waterways of Pelaw Lake and Little Redstone Lake is rewarding at every season, with the granite and pine scenery providing endlessly varied and beautiful surroundings. Fishing on Redstone Lake is excellent the lake’s cold, deep water supports outstanding bass populations, and the connected lake system extends the fishing range for those willing to portage or paddle further. Boating on the main lake’s open water provides excellent conditions for day-long exploration of the lake’s bays, points, and island passages.
The Haliburton Sculpture Forest, just 15 minutes east at the Fleming College campus in Haliburton Village, is one of Ontario’s most remarkable and surprising public art destinations, a curated collection of large-scale sculptures installed throughout a mature boreal forest, freely accessible year-round. Over 30 significant works by Canadian and international artists inhabit the forest trails, and the experience of encountering contemporary sculpture in an ancient Shield forest is genuinely moving and memorable. It is consistently one of the most talked-about visitor experiences in the Haliburton Highlands, and from a Redstone Lake cottage it is an easy and highly rewarding half-day excursion.
Sir Sam’s Ski and Ride on neighbouring Eagle Lake, approximately 20 minutes from Redstone Lake, is one of Ontario’s finest and most scenically positioned four-season recreation destinations. In winter, Sir Sam’s operates downhill skiing and snowboarding on a hill that rises dramatically from Eagle Lake’s shore. In summer, the mountain biking operation runs lift-assisted trail descents on some of Eastern Canada’s most technically rewarding and scenically spectacular trails. For Redstone Lake cottage visitors, Sir Sam’s proximity means a genuine ski or bike destination is available within a short drive at every season making Redstone a compelling four-season cottage base.
The Haliburton Forest and Wildlife Reserve, located north of Haliburton Village, is one of Ontario’s most impressive privately managed natural areas over 80,000 acres of managed boreal forest with an exceptional trail and activity network that includes guided wolf watching, a canopy walk through old-growth forest, ATV and snowmobile trails, and fly fishing on private forest lakes. Day-use access and guided experiences are available throughout the year, and the wolf centre’s educational programming on the reserve’s resident wolf pack is a genuinely extraordinary wildlife encounter. From a Redstone Lake cottage, the forest reserve is approximately 30 minutes and worth planning at least one full day around.
The Haliburton Highlands trail network surrounding Redstone Lake offers excellent hiking through the Canadian Shield terrain, granite ridges with panoramic viewpoints, mixed boreal forest corridors, and wetland edges rich with wildlife. The rail trail network connecting Haliburton Village to Minden and Kinmount passes through the broader region and provides level, accessible recreational trail access for cycling and walking. Wildlife throughout the Redstone Lake area is abundant loons nest on the quieter lake sections, ospreys hunt over the open water, and early morning paddles regularly produce moose sightings in the marshy lake edges and inlet channels.
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Many Redstone Lake cottages also include popular amenities such as private docks, firepits, canoes and kayaks, BBQs, outdoor furniture, and high-speed Wi-Fi. Individual amenities are listed in full on each property page.
Properties along the main body of Redstone Lake enjoy the lake’s full scenic drama wide open water, rocky island views, and the deep, clear, cold water that defines the Redstone Lake experience. These properties suit boaters and swimmers who want the full granite-shore Shield lake character at its most uncompromised.
Several quieter bays along Redstone Lake’s shoreline offer calmer, more protected water with gentler entry conditions ideal for families with young children. These properties provide Redstone’s exceptional natural beauty with swimming conditions that are more accessible for less confident swimmers or families seeking a calmer base.
Properties near the northern waterway connections to Pelaw Lake and Little Redstone Lake are ideal for paddlers and explorers who want to maximize their on-water territory. Access to the connected lake system is most direct from this area, making these cottages the natural choice for kayak and canoe enthusiasts.
Cottages in the western reaches of the Redstone Lake area, closer to the communities of West Guilford and Minden, offer easy access to additional services and the Minden Whitewater Preserve ideal for those who want Haliburton Highlands cottage beauty with added community access and whitewater recreation nearby.
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Redstone Lake is outstanding across four seasons. Summer (late June through August) is ideal for swimming in the lake’s exceptional water, boating, and the full Haliburton Highlands cottage experience. Fall brings extraordinary colour to the mixed Shield forest September and October are spectacular on Redstone’s granite shores. Winter brings Sir Sam’s skiing and snowmobiling on the OFSC trail network. Spring offers excellent fishing and the dramatic snowmelt waterfalls and surging creeks of the Highlands landscape.
Redstone Lake is approximately 2.5 to 3 hours northeast of Toronto via Highway 400 north through Barrie, then east on Highway 11 through Orillia and Coboconk, north on Highway 35 through Kinmount and Minden, then east to Haliburton Village and west to Redstone Lake approximately 2.5 to 3 hours.
Our Redstone Lake collection spans a full range of property styles and price points: from classic Haliburton waterfront cottages and family bay properties to luxury Highlands lakefront estates with private bays, full modern amenities, and panoramic lake views. We also offer pet-friendly properties and large-group options for family gatherings.
Redstone Lake is excellent for families, particularly in the sheltered bays where calm water and accessible entries make for ideal family swimming. The lake’s crystal clarity is a joy for children snorkelling over the granite bottom is endlessly engaging. When searching, check each listing’s shoreline description to match water access to your family’s needs and comfort level.
Yes, many of our Redstone Lake properties are pet-friendly. Filter for pet-friendly listings when searching, and check each property’s specific pet policy for size limits or additional requirements.
Every listing includes a full description of water access, including shoreline type (granite shelf, rocky shore, sandy entry, dock), water depth, and available watercraft. Our verified photos show the actual shoreline so you know exactly what to expect before you arrive.
Redstone Lake is excellent fishing territory. The lake’s cold, deep water supports outstanding bass populations alongside walleye and pike. The connected Pelaw Lake and Little Redstone Lake extend the fishing range for those willing to paddle further. A valid Ontario fishing licence is required and available through the Ontario government website.
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Redstone Lake is a consistently strong Haliburton Highlands rental market, and Cottage Vacations is the most trusted platform for cottage owners across Ontario. List your property with us to reach thousands of verified renters with professional management, marketing, and guest support handled on your behalf.
Redstone Lake is straightforward to reach from the GTA and Eastern Ontario. From Toronto, travel north on Highway 400 through Barrie, east on Highway 11 through Orillia and Coboconk, north on Highway 35 through Kinmount and Minden, then east on County Road 21 through Haliburton Village and west to Redstone Lake approximately 2.5 to 3 hours. From Ottawa, travel west on Highway 7 through Barry’s Bay and Bancroft, then southwest through Haliburton Village to the lake approximately 3 hours.
Haliburton Village, 15 minutes east, provides grocery stores, hardware stores, LCBO, pharmacies, restaurants, and all essential services. West Guilford and Minden provide additional community services within easy reach of the lake.
Whether this is your first visit to one of the Haliburton Highlands’ most beautiful and unspoiled lakes or your annual return to Redstone’s granite shores and exceptional water, Cottage Vacations is ready to help you find the perfect property. Deep clear water. Canadian Shield drama. The quiet that the Haliburton Highlands was made for.
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