Things to do guidebook
Family beach with spectacular sunsets
Sauble Beach
609 Lakeshore Blvd NFamily friendly sandy beach with restaurants and entertainment.
Singing Sands is a part of Bruce Peninsula National Park and is located on the Lake Huron shoreline approximately 10 km south of the town of Tobermory. Singing Sands has a small, natural (ungroomed) beach and picnic area. There is also a short boardwalk and trail that passes through rare fen and dune ecosystems, which are home to four species of carnivorous plants, orchids and rare plants found only in the Great Lakes region.
There is a parking fee to visit Singing Sands. Singing Sands is a popular location and the parking lot fills up on most summer days and on every long weekend. Swimming is unsupervised and at your own risk.
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Singing Sands
Dorcas Bay RoadSinging Sands is a part of Bruce Peninsula National Park and is located on the Lake Huron shoreline approximately 10 km south of the town of Tobermory. Singing Sands has a small, natural (ungroomed) beach and picnic area. There is also a short boardwalk and trail that passes through rare fen and dune ecosystems, which are home to four species of carnivorous plants, orchids and rare plants found only in the Great Lakes region.
There is a parking fee to visit Singing Sands. Singing Sands is a popular location and the parking lot fills up on most summer days and on every long weekend. Swimming is unsupervised and at your own risk.
Sightseeing
Lion's Head is home to the dramatic beauty of the escarpment and serene shallow beaches.
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Lions Head Provincial Park
Lion's Head is home to the dramatic beauty of the escarpment and serene shallow beaches.
Where water and land meet sky. With its pristine turquoise waters, the Niagara Escarpments and the Bruce Peninsula National Park, you’ll see why it’s the 8th Wonder of Canada. Fathom Five National Marine Park is famous for its scuba diving. Take a glass-bottomed boat to Flowerpot Island or rent a SUP and explore the coastline. On land, delight in the numerous culinary options. Comb the village galleries and shops for treasures. Your first impression is breathtaking. Your last is unforgettable.
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Tobermory
Where water and land meet sky. With its pristine turquoise waters, the Niagara Escarpments and the Bruce Peninsula National Park, you’ll see why it’s the 8th Wonder of Canada. Fathom Five National Marine Park is famous for its scuba diving. Take a glass-bottomed boat to Flowerpot Island or rent a SUP and explore the coastline. On land, delight in the numerous culinary options. Comb the village galleries and shops for treasures. Your first impression is breathtaking. Your last is unforgettable.
Wiarton is your home base, central to all the hidden gems that the Bruce Peninsula has to offer. Nestled between rugged limestone cliffs and the spectacular shores of Georgian Bay, and with plenty of shopping and sensational dining options, it's the perfect place to launch a boat, camp or go on a hiking adventure; we've got it in Wiarton!
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Wiarton is your home base, central to all the hidden gems that the Bruce Peninsula has to offer. Nestled between rugged limestone cliffs and the spectacular shores of Georgian Bay, and with plenty of shopping and sensational dining options, it's the perfect place to launch a boat, camp or go on a hiking adventure; we've got it in Wiarton!
For a breathtaking hike, take the Bruce Trail north from the park to climb the red spiral staircase to Spirit Rock Lookout and the Spirit Rock Conservation Area.
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Spirit Rock Conservation Area
92 Highway 6For a breathtaking hike, take the Bruce Trail north from the park to climb the red spiral staircase to Spirit Rock Lookout and the Spirit Rock Conservation Area.
Sauble Falls is in Sauble Falls Provincial Park. This is a low, wide waterfall, and is very close to the road. It is worth a stop on your way up to the Bruce Peninsula.
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Sauble Falls
Sauble Falls is in Sauble Falls Provincial Park. This is a low, wide waterfall, and is very close to the road. It is worth a stop on your way up to the Bruce Peninsula.
Dolomite, 420 million years old, rises through the sparkling waters of Lake Huron to form Fathom Five National Marine Park. This is a freshwater ecosystem of ancient rock formations, grassy cliff-edge forests, fascinating dive sites on 22 shipwrecks, and orchid species both plentiful and rare.
Visit for a day or backcountry camp on starry-skied Flowerpot Island—Fathom Five is equal parts mystery and recreation, ecology and culture—and a welcoming escape to nature.
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Fathom Five National Marine Park
121 Chi sin tib dek RoadDolomite, 420 million years old, rises through the sparkling waters of Lake Huron to form Fathom Five National Marine Park. This is a freshwater ecosystem of ancient rock formations, grassy cliff-edge forests, fascinating dive sites on 22 shipwrecks, and orchid species both plentiful and rare.
Visit for a day or backcountry camp on starry-skied Flowerpot Island—Fathom Five is equal parts mystery and recreation, ecology and culture—and a welcoming escape to nature.
The Georgian Bay shoreline including the Grotto, Halfway Log Dump and surrounding trails is a popular area of the park. Parking is limited and a parking reservation is required to access these areas. Plan ahead to avoid disappointment!
Driving in and dropping off visitors is not allowed. All vehicles require a valid permit to enter each area.
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The Grotto
The Georgian Bay shoreline including the Grotto, Halfway Log Dump and surrounding trails is a popular area of the park. Parking is limited and a parking reservation is required to access these areas. Plan ahead to avoid disappointment!
Driving in and dropping off visitors is not allowed. All vehicles require a valid permit to enter each area.
Some call it Cyprus Lake Grotto, some call it The Grotto at Bruce Peninsula National Park and some call it Georgian Bay Grotto. Whatever you call it, this is one of the most beautiful spots in Canada. Everyone hikes to the Grotto. It’s the most popular attraction in Bruce Peninsula National Park. A big cave on the shore, it was carved out by the waves of Georgian Bay over thousands of years. From the Bruce Trail climb down through the natural chimney in the rock of the Niagara Escarpment. It’s a pristine setting; there are no signs, lights, stairs or handrails here. The cave itself is stunning, with sunlight from the outside revealing a brilliant underwater tunnel on the inside. You can walk along a ledge inside its cavity or swim in its cool, clear, turquoise water. It’s a 30-minute hike to the Grotto from the Head of Trails parking lot at Cyprus Lake parking lot. Take the Georgian Bay Trail to the shore then follow the Bruce Trail west along the edge of the Niagara Escarpment. The Grotto is located just past Indian Head Cove – another naturally stunning attraction. To avoid crowds, visit in spring or fall, yet rent your campground early, as spots fill up fast! About Bruce Peninsula National Park: In the heart of a World Biosphere Reserve, the 'Bruce' is place of global significance. Thousands of visitors come each year to experience the massive, rugged cliffs of the park, inhabited by thousand year old cedar trees, overhanging the crystal clear waters of Georgian Bay. The park is comprised of an incredible array of habitats from rare limestone barrens (i.e. Alvars) to dense forests and clean lakes.
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Cyprus Lake
Some call it Cyprus Lake Grotto, some call it The Grotto at Bruce Peninsula National Park and some call it Georgian Bay Grotto. Whatever you call it, this is one of the most beautiful spots in Canada. Everyone hikes to the Grotto. It’s the most popular attraction in Bruce Peninsula National Park. A big cave on the shore, it was carved out by the waves of Georgian Bay over thousands of years. From the Bruce Trail climb down through the natural chimney in the rock of the Niagara Escarpment. It’s a pristine setting; there are no signs, lights, stairs or handrails here. The cave itself is stunning, with sunlight from the outside revealing a brilliant underwater tunnel on the inside. You can walk along a ledge inside its cavity or swim in its cool, clear, turquoise water. It’s a 30-minute hike to the Grotto from the Head of Trails parking lot at Cyprus Lake parking lot. Take the Georgian Bay Trail to the shore then follow the Bruce Trail west along the edge of the Niagara Escarpment. The Grotto is located just past Indian Head Cove – another naturally stunning attraction. To avoid crowds, visit in spring or fall, yet rent your campground early, as spots fill up fast! About Bruce Peninsula National Park: In the heart of a World Biosphere Reserve, the 'Bruce' is place of global significance. Thousands of visitors come each year to experience the massive, rugged cliffs of the park, inhabited by thousand year old cedar trees, overhanging the crystal clear waters of Georgian Bay. The park is comprised of an incredible array of habitats from rare limestone barrens (i.e. Alvars) to dense forests and clean lakes.
The Corran was once a beautiful seventeen room stone mansion overlooking Colpoy's Bay constructed and owned by Hester and Alexander McNeil. The mansion was destroyed by a fire and later purchased by the Sauble Valley Conservation Authority in 1976.
Crumbled stone walls surrounded by wildflowers and vegetation still remain making this a perfect place to hike, picnic and even swim if you venture down the spiral staircase to the waters of Georgian Bay below.
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The Corran Ruins
3 8th AveThe Corran was once a beautiful seventeen room stone mansion overlooking Colpoy's Bay constructed and owned by Hester and Alexander McNeil. The mansion was destroyed by a fire and later purchased by the Sauble Valley Conservation Authority in 1976.
Crumbled stone walls surrounded by wildflowers and vegetation still remain making this a perfect place to hike, picnic and even swim if you venture down the spiral staircase to the waters of Georgian Bay below.
A trip to Flowerpot Island is one of the best experiences in Fathom Five National Marine Park! The island is famous for its natural "flowerpot" rock pillars, caves, historic light station and rare plants. Most visitors take a tour boat from the town of Tobermory to spend a half or full day on the island hiking the trails, viewing the scenery, picnicking or swimming.
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Merl Trail,flowerpot Island
A trip to Flowerpot Island is one of the best experiences in Fathom Five National Marine Park! The island is famous for its natural "flowerpot" rock pillars, caves, historic light station and rare plants. Most visitors take a tour boat from the town of Tobermory to spend a half or full day on the island hiking the trails, viewing the scenery, picnicking or swimming.
Big Bay names itself the “stone skipping Capital of Canada” since all the stones on its beach are flat pieces of shale.
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Big Bay
Big Bay names itself the “stone skipping Capital of Canada” since all the stones on its beach are flat pieces of shale.
Food scene
Enjoy the sun and beautiful views while getting a bite to eat at Dockside Willies, located inside the park, where you can also visit the famous Wiarton Willie.
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Dockside Willie's
402 William StEnjoy the sun and beautiful views while getting a bite to eat at Dockside Willies, located inside the park, where you can also visit the famous Wiarton Willie.
City/town information
Eating in Wiarton
You'd be crazy to miss a Gourmet Local Lamb Burger with a homemade garlic Caesar Salad at the Green Door Café, or for a vegetarian option, try the Roasted Vegetable Pita with Goat Cheese. For outdoor dining, grab an incredible Bento Box Combo from The Wiarton Inn for a picnic in beautiful Bluewater Park or dine on the waterfront patio of Dockside Willies.
Craving something sweet? Visit Northern Confections for homemade candy, fudge, chocolate and baked goods. Or take a stroll to Frosty Freeze to get a soft ice cream of a flavour of your choice.
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Eating in Wiarton
You'd be crazy to miss a Gourmet Local Lamb Burger with a homemade garlic Caesar Salad at the Green Door Café, or for a vegetarian option, try the Roasted Vegetable Pita with Goat Cheese. For outdoor dining, grab an incredible Bento Box Combo from The Wiarton Inn for a picnic in beautiful Bluewater Park or dine on the waterfront patio of Dockside Willies.
Craving something sweet? Visit Northern Confections for homemade candy, fudge, chocolate and baked goods. Or take a stroll to Frosty Freeze to get a soft ice cream of a flavour of your choice.
Neighbourhoods
Cottage is located right on Colpoy's bay, surrounded by the lake on one side and Bruce trail on the other.
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Colpoy's Bay
Cottage is located right on Colpoy's bay, surrounded by the lake on one side and Bruce trail on the other.
Hiking
OPEN MAY-THANKSGIVING.Enjoy your self-guided exploration of 10 limestone caves in the peace and tranquillity of singing birds and rustling leaves along the rugged trails where scenes of Quest for Fire and Against the Wild were filmed, all in about a hour or two, but come prepared with GOOD hiking shoes with a good tread, as the rocks may be moist and slippery. You will also need a flashlight for some parts of the caves.
Binoculars will be a good idea to get a better view from the trail above the caves affords breathtaking views about 300 feet above the sparkling waters of Georgian Bay. Very important also is to have comfortable clothing when climbing around the caves.
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Greig's Caves
407 Scenic Caves RdOPEN MAY-THANKSGIVING.Enjoy your self-guided exploration of 10 limestone caves in the peace and tranquillity of singing birds and rustling leaves along the rugged trails where scenes of Quest for Fire and Against the Wild were filmed, all in about a hour or two, but come prepared with GOOD hiking shoes with a good tread, as the rocks may be moist and slippery. You will also need a flashlight for some parts of the caves.
Binoculars will be a good idea to get a better view from the trail above the caves affords breathtaking views about 300 feet above the sparkling waters of Georgian Bay. Very important also is to have comfortable clothing when climbing around the caves.
golf
Our club offers a very scenic course that is backed by the Niagara Escarpment and overlooks Colpoys Bay with an Escarpment Cliffs View. Each year new golfers are tested by our challenging 9 holes of golf.
Golf outings at Wiarton Bluffs are a great way to get together. Be sure to explore options available to your group this year. Memberships are also available for those interested in enjoying Wiarton Bluffs to the fullest.
There is always a new reason to enjoy a day of golf and fun times with family and friends at Wiarton Bluffs. Golf is the ideal way to enjoy the outdoors and the company of others.
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Wiarton Golf Club
502386 Grey Rd 1Our club offers a very scenic course that is backed by the Niagara Escarpment and overlooks Colpoys Bay with an Escarpment Cliffs View. Each year new golfers are tested by our challenging 9 holes of golf.
Golf outings at Wiarton Bluffs are a great way to get together. Be sure to explore options available to your group this year. Memberships are also available for those interested in enjoying Wiarton Bluffs to the fullest.
There is always a new reason to enjoy a day of golf and fun times with family and friends at Wiarton Bluffs. Golf is the ideal way to enjoy the outdoors and the company of others.