Local Guidebook
City/town information
A pretty little town on Georgian Bay. Take a stroll down the quaint main street or along the harbour.
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Meaford
A pretty little town on Georgian Bay. Take a stroll down the quaint main street or along the harbour.
Sightseeing
The harbour is right outside our door and a great place to stroll along the water's edge. It is also a popular fishing spot and you will often see people lined up along the shore with their fishing gear.
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Meaford Harbour Marina
3 St Vincent StThe harbour is right outside our door and a great place to stroll along the water's edge. It is also a popular fishing spot and you will often see people lined up along the shore with their fishing gear.
Make sure to visit Thorrnbury. They have many small shops and restaurants and a beautiful main street.
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Thornbury
Make sure to visit Thorrnbury. They have many small shops and restaurants and a beautiful main street.
A very popular tourist destination with restaurants and shops and many year-round activities beyond just skiing.
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Blue Mountain Village
156 Jozo Weider BlvdA very popular tourist destination with restaurants and shops and many year-round activities beyond just skiing.
See some natural caves and walk over their giant suspension bridge
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Izinto Zemvelo ze-Scenic Caves
260 Scenic Caves RdSee some natural caves and walk over their giant suspension bridge
Tranquil retreat with Scandinavian baths and massages
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Scandinave Spa Blue Mountain
152 Grey County Rd 21Tranquil retreat with Scandinavian baths and massages
Local trails and parks
Beautiful Joe Park
162 Edwin StA nice place for a walk.
A great place for views of the lake and surrounding area
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Irish Mountain Scenic Lookout
265669 Side Rd 25A great place for views of the lake and surrounding area
Meaford Memorial Park
179 Grant AvHas a small beach and picnic area
Hiking and cross country skiing trail can be accessed in Meaford and takes you all the way to Collingwood
Georgian Trail
Georgian TrailHiking and cross country skiing trail can be accessed in Meaford and takes you all the way to Collingwood
Trout Hollow Trail
170 Edwin StLocal hiking trail that runs along the Bighead River
Bighead River Conservation Area
295 Miller StGeat for hiking and fishing
Blue Mountain Lookout Point
Great views of Blue Mountain Village and the lake
Great for longer hikes. There are multiple trails to choose from.
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Pretty River Valley Provincial Park
County Road 31Great for longer hikes. There are multiple trails to choose from.
Christie Beach Conservation Area
Small, quiet beach
Large park with many activities. There is also a trail you can take to Inglis Falls. The hike is about 40 minutes.
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Harrison Park
75 2nd Ave ELarge park with many activities. There is also a trail you can take to Inglis Falls. The hike is about 40 minutes.
Inglis Falls
237785 Inglis Falls RoadLarge waterfall
Local restaurants & takeout
2go sushi
16 Trowbridge Street WestGreat sushi with generous portions!
Amici Restaurant Pizzeria
334 S Sykes StVery good pizza!
The Leeky Canoe
94 N Sykes StBest in the area for pub food
QQ Restaurant
206497 Ontario 26Decent Chinese and Thai food
Meaford social
12 Bayfield StreetYou can order Indian or Mexican food from this restaurant
Also called Fran's Mercatto, it has great Italian food
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Gio & Fran's Italian Eatery
78 N Sykes StAlso called Fran's Mercatto, it has great Italian food
Friendly cafe with a selection of baked goods and lunch items (closed weekends)
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McGinty's Cafe
45 N Sykes StFriendly cafe with a selection of baked goods and lunch items (closed weekends)
Wineries & Cideries
Beautiful secluded winery with tasings, food and stunning views.
(re-opening March 4th by reservation only)
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Coffin Ridge Vineyard & Winery
599448 Concession Rd 2 NBeautiful secluded winery with tasings, food and stunning views.
(re-opening March 4th by reservation only)
Georgian Hills Vineyards
496350 Grey County Rd 2Local vineyard with great selection of wines
Thornbury Village Cider House
90 King Street EastCider tastings and a year-round outdoor patio
Country Markets & Farms
Oaklane Orchards
496445 Grey County Road 2Sells fresh fruit and pick-your-own apples in fall
Goldsmith's Orchard Market
207600 ON-26Popular country market with local products