Haliburton Sculpture Forest
Haliburton Sculpture Forest
4.5
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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- TdotontarioToronto, Canada248 contributionsPeacefulA nice and peaceful way to spend an hour or so, depending on how fast you walk and linger. Free parking. They accept donations online though admission is free as you simply start walking. You can download the Pocket Sights app and follow the guide. Mosquitoes were an issue. Some inclines may make it challenging for those with mobility issues.Visited August 2021Travelled soloWritten August 6, 2021
- Travelling-GoddessToronto, Canada312 contributionsCool sculpturesThe sculptures were located along a nice walking trail. Nice walk in this cooler weather as there were not many bugs. The sculptures were all different mediums... and all had character. We were there mid week so it wasn't busy but wish that people would keep their dogs on leash as not everyone is a dog lover. Overall, I would say this is something worth seeing when you are in Haliburton.Visited September 2020Travelled as a coupleWritten September 17, 2020
- Cass8-4ULondon, Canada3,491 contributionsWalk in the woods!The Sculpture Forest is located in Glebe Park on College Drive a short way up Industrial Park Road. It’s beside The Haliburton School of Art and Design (Fleming College). Lots of free parking and admission by donation so it provides a very economical family outing. Ours was a beautiful fall day for a walk in the woods since the trails were carpeted with fallen leaves. There is a brochure of the sculptures but the trails are a bit of a maze and it is easy to miss some of the works. The park is unique with sculptures made from many mediums including limestone, cement, acrylics, bronze, steel, wire, beads, several types of granite and even old farm implements. My personal favourites were the large bronze Irish Wolfhound (Gelert), the salt and pepper bear carrying 2 children off on an adventure and the sleeping huntress on Belmont rose granite. But I was blown away by the beauty of an Indigenous father and son carved out of one piece of local granite. The colours in this work are exquisite. The statue was gifted to the Forest by the artist, John Beachli. There are upwards of 30 sculptures in the park- something to interest everyone. Highly recommended!Visited October 2020Written October 20, 2020
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Bikerhiker
Central Florida, FL16 contributions
Sep. 2023 • Couples
Hidden gem of a park. 40 + sculptures and artistic benches on a walking path throughout the park, which appears to be part of the art school. We’ll worth a couple hr visit. Roughly 1.5 miles of sculpture trails.
There is also snowshoe and cross country ski trails.
There is also snowshoe and cross country ski trails.
Written September 6, 2023
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Picture_Perch
Windsor, Canada1,555 contributions
Jun. 2023 • Couples
Looked for things to do in the area, this came up...Lots of walking, up & down trails on uneven grounds. Beautiful forest, birds chirping and tall trees. Bring bug spray! Lots of neat art sculptures, information booklet available and walking map plus it's free! You can even walk to the water and sit on a dock. It was such a peaceful walk, plenty of neat places to take photos. This took about 1-2 hours to walk and we even saw deer. Enjoyed it.
Written July 3, 2023
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Gary B
Caledonia, Canada107 contributions
Nov. 2022
Stopped here on the way through town, am I ever glad I did. What an interesting and exciting little gem! We took an interesting walk through the woods to review the sculptures, all unique, and a lot of fun to review. This is a must see if you are in the area and like to do different things.
Written November 27, 2022
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Cass8-4U
London, Canada3,491 contributions
Oct. 2022
This was my 3rd visit. Had to bring my adult daughter for a wonderful fall walk though the forest showing her my favourite sculptures as we strolled. There are some marvelous works!
I think it would be preferable to have an explanation posted at each site. Sometimes, I found it difficult to follow the brochure.
Entrance is by donation and the paths are well maintained.
I think it would be preferable to have an explanation posted at each site. Sometimes, I found it difficult to follow the brochure.
Entrance is by donation and the paths are well maintained.
Written October 13, 2022
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Gumby P
Beaverton, Canada302 contributions
Sep. 2022 • Couples
Who wouldn’t enjoy an afternoon of “forest bathing”; strolling through woods and appreciating the amazing sculptures strategically placed along the trails? We started with our prepared lunch on a picnic bench at the outset of the trail, after spending some time exploring the Haliburton Highlands Museum buildings on the adjacent property. Try to catch a museum volunteer who can provide many interesting historical facts about life in the Haliburton area. This is a must see if you have the time and the weather is pleasant.
Written September 13, 2022
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Dave H
Creemore, Canada60 contributions
Sep. 2022
This was our second visit since 12 years ago….more sculpture additions from the eclectic to honouring Sur Sanford Fleming with a larger than life survey transit… a number of displays could use numbered marker identification signage to match them up with the paper map we picked up at the downtown Tourism office….
It was a very enjoyable afternoon stroll thru the woods ending with a mother deer and 2 fawns strolling down the street into the parking lot….
Nature all around!!!👍👍🤫🤫🍁🍁
It was a very enjoyable afternoon stroll thru the woods ending with a mother deer and 2 fawns strolling down the street into the parking lot….
Nature all around!!!👍👍🤫🤫🍁🍁
Written September 12, 2022
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Cass8-4U
London, Canada3,491 contributions
Oct. 2021
It takes awhile to find all the sculptures and we missed some last year.
It is certainly worth a 2nd visit since new sculptures are added.
I looked for Kennisis - it is closer to the Art School and not actually in the Forest. It is a steel Horse and Cree Rider and is particularly impressive because of its bright blue colour. In the same area, there is an Anukshuk and the Unity Gate with dry stone construction.
0ne of the newer sculptures is Matriarcy- an obelisk of women’s faces sculpted from polished spring stone.
This is a lovely walk through the woods starting with the salt and pepper granite figure of Pan with his flute leaning against a tree.
Maps are available but there are over 40 sculptures and I found the map difficult to follow.Hiwever, the descriptions are helpful. Worth a return visit. Lots of parking and admission by donation.
It is certainly worth a 2nd visit since new sculptures are added.
I looked for Kennisis - it is closer to the Art School and not actually in the Forest. It is a steel Horse and Cree Rider and is particularly impressive because of its bright blue colour. In the same area, there is an Anukshuk and the Unity Gate with dry stone construction.
0ne of the newer sculptures is Matriarcy- an obelisk of women’s faces sculpted from polished spring stone.
This is a lovely walk through the woods starting with the salt and pepper granite figure of Pan with his flute leaning against a tree.
Maps are available but there are over 40 sculptures and I found the map difficult to follow.Hiwever, the descriptions are helpful. Worth a return visit. Lots of parking and admission by donation.
Written October 18, 2021
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Hunnib
Belle River, Canada3 contributions
Sep. 2021 • Couples
Nice quiet walk. Very interesting sculptures through out the trail. Many People were on the the trail today but still a very pleasant walk
Written September 26, 2021
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AMsays
Thornhill, Canada4,044 contributions
Jul. 2021
This place opened in Fall 2001 and after 20 years still is a site to behold. The 34 remarkable statues, together with 6 one-of-a kind benches are strewn throughout the trails. Artists, contributors, and students from Fleming College have been responsible for these unique pieces. The Haliburton Sculpture Forest say their mission is to bring together art, nature and people of all ages; creating a place for discovery, exploration, creative expression, and contemplation. I think they’ve succeeded
Written September 5, 2021
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Tdotontario
Toronto, Canada248 contributions
Aug. 2021 • Solo
A nice and peaceful way to spend an hour or so, depending on how fast you walk and linger. Free parking. They accept donations online though admission is free as you simply start walking. You can download the Pocket Sights app and follow the guide. Mosquitoes were an issue. Some inclines may make it challenging for those with mobility issues.
Written August 6, 2021
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Rickie D
Bowmanville260 contributions
Hi are dogs allowed here thank you
HangingWithMyGnomies
Canada304 contributions
I would say yes. We save multiple people with dogs on our walk.
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- Haliburton Sculpture Forest is open:
- Sun - Sat 12:00 a.m. - 11:59 p.m.
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