The County has officially proclaimed twenty-twenty as the year to gather. To gather a basket full of local produce, meats, and spirits from a local farm store or market. To gather your friends and family around a big table (or kitchen island), to celebrate each other and the local bounty before you. To gather around a restaurant table and appreciate the love the chefs bring to your plate. It’s the year of you, and your connection to this place through the food you eat and the people you spend time with.
Whether you’re looking to relax with a good book, take the plunge in Georgian Bay or launch your sea kayak, there’s a Grey County beach that’s perfect for you. From Northwinds to Christie Beach, from Memorial Park to Centennial Park, find a beach near you with our Beaches 101 and let the fun begin.
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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
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
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
The Blue Dolphin Pool is a fully supervised, outdoor, 25 meter, heated swimming pool. It is located at 57 Richmond St., Meaford across from the ball field. It opens the last weekend of May, and closes on the Friday of the Labour day weekend. The pool offers public swimming everyday (weather permitting).
Meaford
Cedar Hill Park, with its stoney shore and deep cold waters, is located east of Wiarton near Big Bay along Scenic Grey Road 1. The view is great as you can see the islands and across to Cape Croker Native Reserve. This beach is often used by local scuba divers.
Big Bay
Parking, Picnic Area, Waterfront
Christie Beach is one of the best family friendly sand beaches on this part of Georgian Bay. Located at the end of Christie Beach Road, off Highway 26 east of Meaford. Change rooms, washrooms, playground equipment and a picnic shelter are available for public use.
Thornbury
*14 pull thru, and - transient sites. Craigleith has 157 campsites, some of which have electrical service. All sites have a fireplace and picnic table and are close to comfort stations. The shower building next to the children's adventure playground is easily accessible to all campsites.
Blue Mountain
Pool rentals, aquafit, night swims, swimming lessons.
Dundalk
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
Fairview Trailer Park Ltd. is located on the shores of Georgian Bay. Its many on site facilities include boating, boat launch, boat storage, swimming (pool and Bay), fishing, children's play area, rec. hall with a TV for the kids, washrooms with showers, and a large fish cleaning station. All sites are equipped with sewer, water, and hydro (up to 30 amp), and are seasonal in nature.
Meaford
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
The Good Cheer Splash Pad at Kelso Beach Park is the hottest place to stay cool in the summer! Open Daily from 9:00 a.m. to dusk. NO admission fee!
Owen Sound
Ice skating, hockey and swimming are available. Meeting room rentals are also available. There are special programs/schedules on PA Days, Christmas Break & March Break so please call ahead for information: 519-364-2310.
The indoor walking track is also open from 6:00am - 10:00pm daily (subject to seasons) - admission by donation.
Hanover
Air Conditioned, Accessible Facility, Bike-friendly, Large Groups Welcome, Motorcycle-friendly, Packages Available, Parking, Visitor Info, Washrooms, Wifi, Events
5 lane, 25 metre pool with a 2 storey water slide, deck level sauna, accessible ramp entrance, warm water swirlpool with spray jets, water spray umbrella and beach entry wading pool www.hanover.ca/swimming
Hanover
Air Conditioned, Accessible Facility, Bike-friendly, Large Groups Welcome, Motorcycle-friendly, Packages Available, Parking, Picnic Area, Visitor Info, Washrooms, Wifi, Lessons Offered
Hibou Conservation Area is a scenic 108 hectare day-use area on Georgian Bay. The whole family will enjoy the clear, sheltered waters and two natural sandy beaches of Hibou. Picnic facilities and potable water onsite. Parking fee in effect June - Sept.
Leith
Large Groups Welcome, Parking, Picnic Area, Washrooms, Waterfront, Day / Night Pass, Fee for Use, Trail Access
This multi-purpose, fully accessible recreation destination has altered the culture of fitness and recreation across Grey and Bruce Counties. The dream became reality when the City and Family Y forged a new partnership toward the creation of this facility and the Federal and Provincial governments made funding commitments along with over 800 generous donors from this community.
Owen Sound
Air Conditioned, Parking, Visitor Info, Washrooms, Equipment Rental, Events, Fee for Use, Lessons Offered
Beautiful Owen Sound harbourfront park with beach, picnic shelter, washrooms, extensive play area, amphitheatre, soccer fields and trails. Site of the Summerfolk Music & Crafts Festival, Canada Day Celebrations, Owen Sound Ribfest and more!
Owen Sound
Parking, Picnic Area, Washrooms, Waterfront, Events, Live Performances, Paddling Access, Trail Access
The Little River Beach Park is easily one of the prettiest Harbours on Georgian Bay. The beach itself is a mix of both soft sand and rocky pebbles, with a few treed areas for those in need of shade. The nearby Thornbury pier is a popular diving spot for the daring. Even just watching the people jump in the cool Georgian Bay water is a blast.
Thornbury
Parking, Picnic Area
Located across from Fred Raper's Park and in close proximity to the Meaford Museum, this park offers lots of open green space, a splash pad, playground equipment, public washrooms and picnic tables. Pavilion rental is available.
Meaford
Picnic Area, Washrooms
Within the Durham Conservation Area McGowan Falls takes the name of an early miller who used the waterpower of the Saugeen River at this site. Popular with anglers, the falls here are more gradual than some, yet scenic in their setting of cedars. McGowan Falls are portrayed in one of several murals that adorn buildings in downtown Durham.
Durham
Parking, Picnic Area, Washrooms, Waterfront, Trail Access
Open to the public. Beautiful wooded park with 2,000 feet of sandy/small pebble beachfront turning into sand about 10 feet from shore on southern Georgian Bay. Services include washroom buildings with changing stalls, playground equipment, swings and a picnic pavilion. There are campsites directly on the water for people with RV's and large campers, and lots of tent sites at the upper campin
Meaford
Bike-friendly, Large Groups Welcome, Parking, Picnic Area, Washrooms, Waterfront
Northwinds Beach is one of the most popular beaches in The Blue Mountains, located just past Craigleith Provincial Park on Highway 26. A sandy & rocky beach is home to many sea kayakers, board surfers and beach lovers alike.
Blue Mountains
Nestled between the shores of Georgian Bay and the heights of the Niagara Escarpment is Plunge! Aquatic Centre, the perfect place for water activities with the family in the Blue Mountain Village, Ontario. Plunge!
Blue Mountains
Sarawak Family Park, across from Legacy Ridge Golf and Country Club, has a sheltered beach, small playground, washrooms and picnic facilities.
Owen Sound
Parking, Picnic Area, Waterfront, Paddling Access