The Torrance Barrens Night Sky Reserve, one of six dark sky preserves in Ontario, is situated in the Muskoka region. It lies approximately 250 miles (400 km) from Ottawa and takes approximately 4.5 hours to reach. Despite the long journey, the Night Sky Reserve is worth visiting as it presents a spectacular vista of the northern lights, a serene atmosphere, and well-preserved trails and viewpoints for stargazing and night-time photography. Show more