Hunting and fishing are valued heritage activities for many Grey County residents and visitors to the area.
Whether you’re hiking the Bruce Trail, strolling with the family, visiting a Grey County forest or exploring Grey Sauble Conservation Lands, hiking is a great getaway. From rocky, technical paths to mellow rail trails, we’ve got trails for all ages and abilities. Discover your options with Hiking 101.
Trip Ideas
In order to avoid crowded hiking locations this fall, we suggest discovering some of these lesser known gems, where the colours are just as stunning.
Introducing Grey County's Outdoor Activity Map - Your guide to safely enjoying Grey County's great outdoors!
There's a lot of hype surrounding ‘mindfulness’ these days—and for good reason with the hustle and bustled of our quick-paced lives. Grey County provides an awe-inspiring array of rich colours, sounds, smells and textures throughout the four seasons to practice mindfulness.
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Start planning fun and adventure with one of our signature guided excursions. Sip and savour at local vineyards, breweries and cideries. Join us for Niagara Escarpment Guided Hike, see local waterfalls and more. Or create your own customized experience, we'll do the planning and driving, while you relax and enjoy.
Collingwood
Packages Available, Guided Hikes / Tours, Scenic Tour
523 metres of cobble stone beach, spit, and wooded area; parking and picnic area; .4 km nature trail, please watch for poison ivy.
Leith
Parking, Picnic Area, Waterfront
Allan Park has over 15 kms 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
At Last Adventures provides opportunities for clients to develop new skills, gain personal insight and build confidence in themselves. It is our vision to become recognized as a leader in the adventure tourism industry and to be the first choice for adventure in the Bruce Grey and surrounding area.
Owen Sound
Large Groups Welcome, Packages Available, Parking
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
Blue Mountain Resort is the largest mountain resort in Ontario, Canada.
Town of the Blue Mountains
Visitor Info, Paddling Access, Retail Outlet / Gift Shop
Bruce's Caves Conservation Area derives its greatest significance from the unique cave formations found along the escarpment face. These caves were formed by the wave action of post-glacial Lake Algonquin, 7,000 to 8,000 years ago.
Wiarton
Parking, Picnic Area, Washrooms, Trail Access
Circa 1850, three young stonemasons set sail from Aberdeen, Scotland to North America. They represented only a fraction of the nearly one million Scottish emigrants that crossed the ocean that century. Yet William Henderson, John Forbes and William Henry left an indelible mark on Grey County and were counted among some its earliest European settlers.
Chatsworth
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
Durham Conservation Area is an ideal campground nestled along a picturesque stretch of the winding Saugeen River and boasts 2 sand beaches. With over 200 campsites, it is also just a leisurely trek into the heart of the Durham town centre. It covers over 61 ha (150 acres) including over 3 kms (2 miles) of Saugeen River frontage.
Durham
Parking, Picnic Area, Washrooms, Waterfront
Eagle Adventure operates year round offering a unique experience in customized outdoor adventures. Our company personnel are experienced in kayak, canoe, voyageur canoe, nordic walking/hiking, regular hiking and caving. We use our skills to take you on enjoyable and safe family adventures but have the skills to step it up to whitewater and overnight adventures if you wish.
Ravenna
Explorer's Tread is your ultimate outdoor adventure business. We provide four seasons of fun by specializing in trekking, backpacking, paddling, biking, snowshoeing and winter camping.
Lions Head
The Gorge begins on private property at an old mill dam in the Village of Feversham and extends downstream along the Beaver River.
Feversham
Washrooms, Trail Access
Fossil Glen is approximately 6km north of Owen Sound. Take 2nd Avenue West north out of Owen Sound (outside of the city it becomes Grey Road 1) through the hamlet of Balmy Beach about 1km north of Balmy Beach turn left on the East Linton side road and follow that west 1.7km to a sharp bend. Fossil Glen is on your left. Fossil Glen houses a multitude of fossils and recently opened in the summ
Georgian Bluffs
Parking, Picnic Area, Guided Hikes / Tours
Enjoy the autumn colours with us!! Meet us at Metcalfe Rock for a half day of rock climbing or a half day of caving. Both tours are guided and we provide all equipment. Or come over to the Beaver River and enjoy a 1, 2 or 5 hour paddle down the river. You can choose from going with a guide or going on your own.
Heathcote
Large Groups Welcome, Packages Available, Parking, Waterfront, Guided Hikes / Tours, Scenic Tour, Paddling & Water Sport Gear
The Georgian Bluffs Rail Trail runs west from the city limits of Owen Sound, through flat farm land. It gradually winds up the escarpment giving magnificent views of the land below and of Georgian Bay.
Owen Sound
The Georgian Trail is an easy long-distance, non-motorized trail featuring beautiful scenery, trestle bridges, nearby parklands, campgrounds, marinas and dining facilities. Sandy beaches, such as Christie and Northwinds, are easily reached from the trail. There are 30 access points and parking is available throughout Collingwood, Thornbury and Meaford as well as at various roads in between.
Meaford
Historic ruins of an old sawmill complex, including a dam, mill race and buildings; fish sanctuary; picnic tables, parking area and privies.
Wiarton
This multi-use trail is 77 km and begins at East Bayshore Road in Owen Sound and provides good views of Georgian Bay as the trail climbs in elevation and follows a wide arc east of the city and runs parallel to Highway 6 to Chatsworth.
Owen Sound
This forest features a multi-use trail system with four main loops. The Bruce Trail crosses the northern portion of the property, and is designated as hiking only. Other permitted activities on the property include cycling, and seasonally, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, and snowmobiling (by permit).
Owen Sound
This forest property has a mix of hardwoods and conifer plantations, and may be enjoyed through several permitted uses on the property, including horseback riding, hiking, and hunting. This property is connected to Grey Main - Grey County Forest 19.
Durham
Amongst scattered plantations of hardwood, spruce, and pine, this property features 2 kilometres of groomed snowmobile trail, maintained by a local snowmobile club in the winter months, and useable during other seasons by hikers. This forest property also permits ATV use, and its is maintained by a local ATV Club.
Markdale
This forest is a conifer plantation comprised of mainly spruce, pine, and eastern larch. Permitted uses include hiking, and hunting.
Priceville
This forest includes a conifer plantation and naturally mixed hardwoods, as well as wetland areas with cedar strips at the west end of the property. Permitted uses on the property include hunting.
Durham
This forest property is an extensive natural area where the forest includes stands of sugar maple, pine, spruce, and cedar. Wetland communities add to the diversity, and Black Lake offers fishing for bass. About 6 kilometres of trails groomed by a local snowmobile club. Other uses of trails include riding, hiking, cross-country skiing, and horseback riding.
Priceville