Snowmobiling 101

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With over 3,600 kilometres of groomed trails in Grey and Bruce counties, there’s a day trip, overnight adventure or family outing waiting for you.

Owen Sound receives an average of 9 feet of snow each season—so it’s little wonder that our region is well-known as a snowmobiler’s paradise.

With spectacular scenery and plenty of snowmobile friendly hotels, motels, bed and breakfasts and restaurants across the region, great conditions are just a short drive away from several major cities.

Before You Ride
In Grey County, the Ontario Federation of Snowmobile Clubs District 9 maintains the snowmobile trail system. This means that all riders on the trail system need a valid OFSC trail permit. Permits are available for purchase online at www.ofscdistrict9.ca or by calling 1-800-387-7669. District 9 trail maps can be picked up at local tourism outlets across the region.

Once you’re licensed, insured and ready to go, there are several important steps before you can head out. Be sure to check local trail conditions on the OFSC District 9 site, as sections of trail can vary significantly and can be closed periodically for maintenance or other issues.

Snowmobile Rentals and Tours in Grey County

Homestead Resort near Durham offers a variety of winter snowmobile packages that include snowmobiles, gear, insurance, trail passes, guides, accommodation and even some meals. With the main trail system beginning just 10 feet from the Homestead Resort parking lot, you can be on your way in minutes. Learn more by visiting their website.

Discover More Trip Ideas

Cyclist on trail

This 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. Gravel-based loop trails with some moderately steep hills. Trail runs along the north edge of the property, with cycling and hiking trails in the interior.

Cyclist at dusk

Upland hardwood forest and conifer plantations cover rugged terrain and provides many scenic views of the surrounding landscape. Wide trails on rolling terrain with some sandy areas. Due to recent ATV activity these trails have become somewhat eroded and much underlying coarse rock has been turned up resulting in difficult sections.

This busy trail system caters to a variety of users including hikers and equestrians. Moderately technical singletrack through rolling mixed forest with some sandy areas and some good technical descents.

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