County of Simcoe opens skate trail to public

Courtesy Barrie360.com &  News Release

By County of Simcoe, January 22, 2026

The County of Simcoe skate trail has officially opened for the 2026 winter season. The skate trail spans over one kilometre through the Simcoe Museum grounds and surrounding forestry.

Skaters can access the skate trail through the group entrance of the museum as the remainder of it is closed for renovations and inaccessible to the public. Tickets will be available at the door and online, for same day use only. Online ticket sales will be open by 9:00 a.m. on weekends, 4:00 p.m. on weeknights, and the skate trail itself will be open as weather and trail conditions permit.

2026 Hours of Operation

The skate trail will be open on the following days, weather permitting:​

​Wednesdays	​6 to 8 p.m.
​Thursdays	​6 to 8 p.m.
​Fridays	​6 to 8 p.m.
​Saturdays	​11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
​Sundays	​11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

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Tickets are available at the door or may be purchased online at museum.simcoe.ca on the same day as the reservation. Booking in advance is not available to ensure trail conditions remain optimal throughout the season. Ticket prices are $10 for adults and $8 for youth.

Skaters will be required to follow a one-way direction when on the trail and will have access to indoor warming stations and changing areas.