Blue Mountain Guidebook
Food Scene
They have the best butter tarts and the kids love their pastries! The butter tarts often sell out, so go early. They are located in the village next to the Sunshine grill.
8 locals recommend
Royal Majesty Espresso Bar Bakery
190 Jozo Weider BlvdThey have the best butter tarts and the kids love their pastries! The butter tarts often sell out, so go early. They are located in the village next to the Sunshine grill.
Good Greek food and a fun atmosphere. The Belly dancer usually does a good job getting kids and brave adults to join in the dancing. Located in the Village
61 locals recommend
Tholos Restaurant
170 Jozo Weider BlvdGood Greek food and a fun atmosphere. The Belly dancer usually does a good job getting kids and brave adults to join in the dancing. Located in the Village
This is our kids favourite place to grab a meal in the village. Casual atmosphere and good menu selection of casual fare.
32 locals recommend
Firehall Pizza Co
162 Jozo Weider BlvdThis is our kids favourite place to grab a meal in the village. Casual atmosphere and good menu selection of casual fare.
Our favourite ice cream shop in Wasaga beach. Located on the entrance road to beach area 3. They always have a great selection of fancy cones and flavours and well as fudge and other homemade treats.
16 locals recommend
Grandma's Beach Treats
1014 Mosley StOur favourite ice cream shop in Wasaga beach. Located on the entrance road to beach area 3. They always have a great selection of fancy cones and flavours and well as fudge and other homemade treats.
Great selections of craft beers and interesting menu with a unique take on "pub food".
55 locals recommend
Northwinds Brewpub & Craft Beer Store
180 Jozo Weider BlvdGreat selections of craft beers and interesting menu with a unique take on "pub food".
The Mill Cafe
12 Bridge StWe like to stop here for lunch when biking the Georgian trail.
Starbucks
156 Jozo Weider BlvdStarbucks location in the village.
BeaverTails
170 Jozo Weider BlvdMile High Poutine Ltd
156 Jozo Weider BoulevardOur kids love this place!
Camino Taco
156 Jozo Weider BlvdWe've never had a bad meal here. Great for a quick bite.
Our go to breakfast place when we don't want to cook. We recommend going early as the line gets long later in the morning, especially on the weekends!
15 locals recommend
Sunset Grill
190 Jozo Weider BlvdOur go to breakfast place when we don't want to cook. We recommend going early as the line gets long later in the morning, especially on the weekends!
Copper Blues
156 Jozo Weider BlvdDate night? We leave the kids behind on this one...LOL!
Open for the 2021 winter dining season-igloo dining. Call in advance to book this unique dining experience. The views are truly magical if you are able to get evening reservations during -Holiday Magic at Blue
36 locals recommend
Kaytoo Restaurant & Bar
176 Jozo Weider BlvdOpen for the 2021 winter dining season-igloo dining. Call in advance to book this unique dining experience. The views are truly magical if you are able to get evening reservations during -Holiday Magic at Blue
Drinks & Nightlife
Casual eats and fun relaxed bar atmosphere. Good prices on drinks during happy hour. Our favourite place to grab a drink and some pub grub after a day on the slopes. Located in the Blue Mountain Inn.
16 locals recommend
Jozo's Bar
110 Jozo Weider BlvdCasual eats and fun relaxed bar atmosphere. Good prices on drinks during happy hour. Our favourite place to grab a drink and some pub grub after a day on the slopes. Located in the Blue Mountain Inn.
Essentials
Small grocery store that stocks essentials. Pros: Close by and an easy walk to grab a few basics. Cons: Pricey compared to other stores.
13 locals recommend
Village Market
156 Jozo Weider BlvdSmall grocery store that stocks essentials. Pros: Close by and an easy walk to grab a few basics. Cons: Pricey compared to other stores.
Parks & Nature
Lovely small beach that is close by, but often very busy on the weekends.
67 locals recommend
Northwinds Beach
209605 ON-26Lovely small beach that is close by, but often very busy on the weekends.
This is where the dog beach is located. Don't forget to pack dog towels, a dog brush and a Frisbee or ball to play. Remember to clean up after your pet :)
59 locals recommend
Wasaga Beach Area 1
1 Jenetta StThis is where the dog beach is located. Don't forget to pack dog towels, a dog brush and a Frisbee or ball to play. Remember to clean up after your pet :)
Beautiful spot with lovely falls, but narrow trail with steep drop offs not recommended for young children or those with mobility concerns.
50 locals recommend
Eugenia Falls
Beautiful spot with lovely falls, but narrow trail with steep drop offs not recommended for young children or those with mobility concerns.
There is a hiking loop here that is almost 10 km long. Lovely! Don't forget your bugspray!
7 locals recommend
Webwood Falls Nature Reserve
Sideroad 25There is a hiking loop here that is almost 10 km long. Lovely! Don't forget your bugspray!
Duncan Escarpment Provincial Park
Side Road 9Nice Hiking Trails that are well marked.
Nice hiking trails that are dog and family friendly (dog's must be leashed and owner's are required to stoop and scoop).
34 locals recommend
Pretty River Valley Provincial Park
County Road 31Nice hiking trails that are dog and family friendly (dog's must be leashed and owner's are required to stoop and scoop).
This is our favourite! Rocky beach area. Clear, clean water for swimming and space for a picnic. (note not a sand beach and dogs must be on leash here). We don't go out far into the bay and stay closer to the shore as there can be undertow and boat traffic if you venture out into the bay too far.
117 locals recommend
Sunset Point Park
79 St Lawrence StThis is our favourite! Rocky beach area. Clear, clean water for swimming and space for a picnic. (note not a sand beach and dogs must be on leash here). We don't go out far into the bay and stay closer to the shore as there can be undertow and boat traffic if you venture out into the bay too far.
Our favourite place to bike. We travel from Meaford to Thornbury or Thornbury to Collingwood and stop for lunch and/or icecream with the kids.
Georgian Trail
Georgian TrailOur favourite place to bike. We travel from Meaford to Thornbury or Thornbury to Collingwood and stop for lunch and/or icecream with the kids.
Entertainment & Activities
Our kids love the go carts, batting cages and mini golf here. The mini putt is much cheaper than in the Blue Mountain village and we usually tag on some time here when we head to the beach for the day.
57 locals recommend
Wasaga 500 Go-Karts
152 River Rd WOur kids love the go carts, batting cages and mini golf here. The mini putt is much cheaper than in the Blue Mountain village and we usually tag on some time here when we head to the beach for the day.
This is a great place to visit in the Fall for Pumpkin Mania. They have lots of games and activities for the kids, a great pumpkin patch, corn maze, petting zoo, pony rides and more.
Check out their website for operating hours and more information. Tonnes of fun for young families!
42 locals recommend
Rounds Ranch
1922 County Rd 92This is a great place to visit in the Fall for Pumpkin Mania. They have lots of games and activities for the kids, a great pumpkin patch, corn maze, petting zoo, pony rides and more.
Check out their website for operating hours and more information. Tonnes of fun for young families!
Our kids love the tree top trekking and zip-lining! Wide selection of eco-tours and both summer and Winter activities available. We have loved visiting the scenic caves year round...snowshoeing and cross country skiing here in the winter and hiking, zip-lining and tree top trekking the rest of the year. The view from the suspension bridge over the bay is wonderful and never disappoints. See their website for more information. https://sceniccaves.com/
258 locals recommend
Scenic Caves Nature Adventures
260 Scenic Caves RdOur kids love the tree top trekking and zip-lining! Wide selection of eco-tours and both summer and Winter activities available. We have loved visiting the scenic caves year round...snowshoeing and cross country skiing here in the winter and hiking, zip-lining and tree top trekking the rest of the year. The view from the suspension bridge over the bay is wonderful and never disappoints. See their website for more information. https://sceniccaves.com/
indoor/outdoor water park geared to younger kids. Check out their website for more information and day pass pricing.
49 locals recommend
Plunge! Aquatic Centre
220 Gord Canning Driveindoor/outdoor water park geared to younger kids. Check out their website for more information and day pass pricing.
Beautiful views down to the bay.
We also visit in the winter to snowshoe. In the Winter, they offer snowshoe rentals, marked trails- trail pass needs to be purchased, an outdoor menu (drinks and baked goods) and crackling fire.
Check out their website for details and to confirm operating hours.
20 locals recommend
Duntroon Highlands Golf Club
1226 Concession 10 N Nottawasaga RdBeautiful views down to the bay.
We also visit in the winter to snowshoe. In the Winter, they offer snowshoe rentals, marked trails- trail pass needs to be purchased, an outdoor menu (drinks and baked goods) and crackling fire.
Check out their website for details and to confirm operating hours.
Highlands Nordic
Concession 10 North Nottawasaga RoadCross country ski club.
See website for up to date information.
Valley Ridge Family Farm
615852 3 LineBeautiful sleigh rides in winter.
Monterra Golf
220 Jozo Weider BlvdGreat golfing at your doorstep!
Wide range of outdoor programs, tours, adventures and rentals...
Check out their website for up to date information about their offerings.
Eagle Adventures
12th Side RoadWide range of outdoor programs, tours, adventures and rentals...
Check out their website for up to date information about their offerings.
Kayak and SUP rentals. We had the owner take us out for an hour of tubing on the Bay with the kids and it was a total blast! He is a great guy. Very friendly and wonderful with the kids.
They also offer jet ski rentals, water skiing, hummer tours and snowshoeing.
We love the owner of this place and have booked with them several times.
It's worth checking out their website!
8 locals recommend
Xtreme Adventures Watersports
15 Harbour St EKayak and SUP rentals. We had the owner take us out for an hour of tubing on the Bay with the kids and it was a total blast! He is a great guy. Very friendly and wonderful with the kids.
They also offer jet ski rentals, water skiing, hummer tours and snowshoeing.
We love the owner of this place and have booked with them several times.
It's worth checking out their website!
Dinner Cruises, Beer/Wine and cheese sampling cruises, private charters.
See their website for more information.
12 locals recommend
Collingwood Charters
Side Launch Way Dinner Cruises, Beer/Wine and cheese sampling cruises, private charters.
See their website for more information.
There is an access point to the Georgain trail close by if you wish to begin your ride in Collingwood.
We have also rented from Ride On Bikes in Meaford and made the ride from Meaford to Thornbury for lunch (they even have some bikes with seats for a small well trained dog). Check them out on Facebook for more info.
11 locals recommend
Little Ed's Ski & Bike Shop
15 Balsam StThere is an access point to the Georgain trail close by if you wish to begin your ride in Collingwood.
We have also rented from Ride On Bikes in Meaford and made the ride from Meaford to Thornbury for lunch (they even have some bikes with seats for a small well trained dog). Check them out on Facebook for more info.
The Golf Club at Lora Bay
109 E Ridge DrSome great views of the Bay. Beautiful course.
Funky new attraction in the Blue Mountain village. Make reservations in advance and try your hand at axe throwing. They did a great job teaching our kids and the grown-ups too...for the record the kids won! They can accommodate couples and larger groups as well. Visit their website for more information and to reserve a time. https://axedthrowing.com/
AXED
166 Bruce St NFunky new attraction in the Blue Mountain village. Make reservations in advance and try your hand at axe throwing. They did a great job teaching our kids and the grown-ups too...for the record the kids won! They can accommodate couples and larger groups as well. Visit their website for more information and to reserve a time. https://axedthrowing.com/
Sightseeing
Great place to watch the sunrise. A park has been built at the end of the terminal and you will often find people fishing here (make sure you have a fishing licence).
7 locals recommend
Collingwood Grain Terminals
45 Heritage DrGreat place to watch the sunrise. A park has been built at the end of the terminal and you will often find people fishing here (make sure you have a fishing licence).
Spas
Well known local spa with outdoor baths, steam rooms and saunas. Massages can also be booked in advance. Can be busy on weekends and calling well in advance to make reservations is strongly recommended. Adults only.
288 locals recommend
Scandinave Spa Blue Mountain
152 Grey County Rd 21Well known local spa with outdoor baths, steam rooms and saunas. Massages can also be booked in advance. Can be busy on weekends and calling well in advance to make reservations is strongly recommended. Adults only.
Great spa located in the village. Offers yoga and volcanic rock therapy as well as manicures, pedicures and facials. Check out their website and make reservations in advance to avoid disappointment.
16 locals recommend
Iwa Spa
234 Jozo Weider BlvdGreat spa located in the village. Offers yoga and volcanic rock therapy as well as manicures, pedicures and facials. Check out their website and make reservations in advance to avoid disappointment.
Spa located at the Blue Mountain Inn. Outdoor hot tubs and traditional spa services. Visit their website for a full list of services.
Kalola Life In Balance Spa
110 Jozo Weider BlvdSpa located at the Blue Mountain Inn. Outdoor hot tubs and traditional spa services. Visit their website for a full list of services.