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With hundreds of inlands lakes, rivers and streams to explore and the endless angling possibilities of Georgian Bay, Grey County is a fisherman’s dream. You’ll need an Ontario Fishing License to drop a line and try your luck. Learn all about your options in Fishing 101.
Trip Ideas
Grey County is home to Brook trout, Brown Trout and Rainbow Trout. In May, water temperatures are cold, but trout fishing can be hot! Casting with spinning gear or fly-fishing is productive.
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Sportfishing can be a very exciting time spent with family/friends or Corporate Clients. We offer all this on beautiful Georgian Bay.The minimum weekday 2014 price is low as $75.00 per hour. The minimum weekend price is $85 per hour plus add HST. to all our pricing. Payments can be made by cash or online on our website..Fully equipped boat with a high standard to safety and maintenance.
Owen Sound
Chartered Boats, Equipment Rental
Allan Park has over 10 km of trails within a Saugeen Conservation Authority managed forest. The trail system has been designed to cater to a wide range of nature lovers. The trails are suitable for beginner, intermediate, experienced and advanced users, reflecting specific levels of difficulty for both hiking and cross-country skiing purposes.
Hanover
This 8.5 acre park in the heart of Meaford is located along the Bighead River and is named for Beautiful Joe a dog who lived in Meaford many years ago who was the inspiration for a book titled in his name . Facilities at the park includes a pavilion that can be rented, picnic tables, walking trails, and a public washroom. This is a pet-friendly environment and throughout the park there are mon
Meaford
The Beaver River Canoe Route begins north of Kimberley, and winds its way through open areas and wooded stretches, with several views of the Niagara Escarpment, ending at the village of Heathcote. Wildlife viewing opportunities are excellent, as is fishing. Short portages may be required to bypass log jams.
Kimberley
Bell's Lake is a remote but beautiful property owned by Saugeen Conservation. There are no facilities or other amenities on this property, however, it is well known locally for its canoeing. Its calm waters and peaceful surroundings make it a delightful outing for the entire family.
Hanover
Fishing charters in search of salmon and /or trout. Minimum age 8 or 9 years for children.
Wiarton
Clendenan Dam provides a great place to go fishing and hike a short trail on the south side of the dam. (as per the Provincial fishing regulations). Firemans' Park is located just around the corner where you will find picnic tables and a washroom.
Clarksburg
Trail Access
Nestled among old birches and tall pines, overlooking a quiet cove and pristine water, the Fish 'n' Lodge captures spectacular sunrises and provides an evening view of the lights of Owen Sound. Hot tub, horse shoe and fire pit on-site. A small sand beach is on-site. A stone beach is within 50m. Docking for boats. Small boat and motor available for rent by the day.
Owen Sound
Operating from Collingwood Harbour Fishing in a SeaRAY 34ft.
thornbury
While driving through Meaford, you'll be sure to notice this park, named after one of Meaford's earliest settlers, at the junction of Bayfield and Sykes Streets. The eye-catching view of Cape Rich (Niagara Escarpment) off-shore is breathtaking, especially with one of the gorgeous sunsets.
Meaford
Parking, Picnic Area, Washrooms, Waterfront, Trail Access
Featuring approximately 1.5 kilometres of rough, unsigned trails, this property features rolling topography covered with a mix of conifer plantations and hardwood forests. Permitted uses include hunting, and fishing.
Markdale
The property features a mix of conifer plantations, hardwood lands, and wetland areas. There are no formally established trails, hunting and fishing are permitted uses on the property.
Chatsworth
Dominated by hardwoods with significant wetland areas, Hamilton Creek borders this property which offers coldwater fishing and pleasant scenery. Alongside fishing, hunting is also a permitted use on this property.
For a general overview of County Forests and applicable policies please visit: www.grey.ca/forests-trails
Holland Centre
This forest property consists of conifer plantations, and extensive wetland areas, and permitted uses include hunting, and fishing.
Berkeley
Lily Oak is one of Grey County's largest forests, consisting of a mixture of hardwood and conifer plantations. Alongside the permitted uses of cross country skiing, horseback riding, snowshoeing, hunting, and fishing, this property features a 2.2 kilometres of a logging trail, 9 kilometres of marked hiking trails and an old building foundation.
Trail Access
Extensive plantations and wetlands are found on this property, available to explore using 3 kilometres of logging roads, and skidder trails. Permitted activities on this property include hunting and fishing.
Ayton
This forest property is host to extensive wetlands and plantations, which fall on both sides of the 3rd Concession. Permitted uses include hunting, but there are no formally established trails on the property.
Extensive wetlands are found on this forest property, where a large pine plantation is located on the southeast corner of the property, and hardwoods dominate the north end of the property. A snowmobile trail traverses this forest, and is maintained by a local club. Permitted uses include hunting, fishing, and snowmobiling (by permit).
The majority of the forest is made up of conifer plantation, including pine, spruce, and eastern larch. The west side of the property is a wetland, and includes a stream. Permitted uses on the land include hunting, and fishing, but there are no formally established trails on the property.
Durham
This forest property falls north and south of Grey Sauble Conservation Authority property. Both sides are fully forested, and contain cedar and pine plantations, hardwoods, as well as wetland areas. Permitted uses include hunting, and fishing, but there are no formally established trails.
Meaford
There are extensive pine and spruce plantations on this forest property. In addition to the plantations, there are cedar at the south side of the property, where a small stream traverses the southwest corner. There is lots of wildlife at the site, but there are no formally established trails. Hunting and fishing are permitted on the property.
The forest houses a portion of the Kolapore Uplands Wilderness Ski Trails, including 4.4 kilometres of marked cross country ski trails maintained by the Kolapore Wilderness Trails Association. Cross country skiing, fishing, hunting, and hiking are permitted on the property, with hiking and cycling best suited from the spring to fall seasons.
We provide fly fishing guide and Fly Fishing lessons/clinics and drift boat trips on Southwestern Ontario rivers.
Markdale
Parking, Fee for Use, Guided Hikes / Tours, Lessons Offered
Grab your hiking shoes and come to Kolapore Springs Fish Hatchery for a magical afternoon. Learn about the variety of trout on location and sport fish in their stocked pond. This location is also the backdrop for a popular food event in May, Feast in the Forest and will soon host cabins to vacation in.
Ravenna
The land bears the marks of a retreating glacier -- meltwater channels, moraine, outwash, and till. The escarpment geology features several good crevice caves. Although the area is without facilities, and camping is not permitted, visitors may enjoy hiking, fishing, and cross-country skiing.
Rob Roy