Rail Trail
Grey County CP Rail Trail - 77 km
Owen Sound to Chatsworth – (Easy) Stone dust.
This trail begins at East Bayshore Road in Owen Sound and provides good views over open farmland and Georgian Bay as the trail climbs in elevation and follows a wide arc east of the city then runs parallel to Hwy 6. Good access to food/services at Rockford and in Chatsworth.
Chatsworth to Dundalk – (Easy/More Difficult) features gravel base trail surface with some larger stone sections. Markdale and Dundalk both have access, services and restaurants available close to the trail. ATV use is permitted on the CP Rail Trail from Sunny Valley Road south to Dundalk.
Georgian Bluffs Trail - 16 km
Owen Sound to Parkhead - (Easy) Stone dust
The trail climbs steadily heading out of Owen Sound and affords magnificent views of Georgian Bay and open farmland before passing through a variety of bush, swamp and farmland. Several areas are of interest to naturalists and birders. Motorized use is allowed.
Georgian Trail - 32 km
Meaford to Collingwood – (Easy ) Stone dust
This classic rail trail follows the route of the original Northern Railway along the southern shore of Georgian Bay and is one of the area’s first rail trails, founded in 1989. There are 30 access points, including Meaford Harbour (Bridge St.), Bayview Park in Thornbury, and the Harbour in Collingwood. Trail highlights include passing through apple orchards, over several trestle bridges, and access to Christie Beach and Northlands Beach, both great stops for a swim in summer. The trail is operated and maintained by the Georgian Cycle and Ski Association. Consider a membership to support trail maintenance and development.
Trail Etiquette
• Expect and Respect other trail Users
• Keep to the right to allow other users to pass on your left. When stopping for a break, move to the side to allow others room to pass.
• Stay on the trail! Don't make new trails or use unmarked (unsigned) trails.
• Respect neighbouring landowners by staying off private property, and avoid excessive noise.
• Leave the trail as you found it; whatever you pack in, pack out. Leave the wildflowers and wildlife for others to enjoy.
• Maintain control of your pets. Carry a leash for your dog and be prepared to use it.
• Those with animals on the Trail are asked to 'Stoop and Scoop' near residential areas and when waste is on the trail path.
• Use trails only according to the permitted uses indicated on the signage.
• Obey any trail closure signs.
• The trail bed may experience problems in the spring. Check the trail conditions. If you are leaving tracks over ½" deep don't use the trail. If there are no signs posted, but weather conditions have been bad, do not use the trail.
• Some sections of the Tom Thomson Trail are “on road” and it is recommended that trail users wear highly visible and/or reflective clothing.
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