Location: Blue Mountains
Top Things to do in Blue Mountains
Top 10 Nature & Parks in Blue Mountains, Grey County
Although the name suggests otherwise, the Blue Mountains is an actual town in Grey County that consists of several small communities including Thornbury, Christie Beach, Clarksburg, Heathcote and Ravenna. The area is very picturesque and scenic in the summer months and during "apple season" in the autumn, but the town is most famous for its mountains. Tourists flock to Intrawest's Blue Mountain Ski Resort year-round for its wide array of offerings. If you aren't in the mood for skiing or snowboarding, take a stroll through Blue Mountain Village and enjoy a coffee at one of the cafes or a meal in one of the many restaurants located in the village.
Restaurants in Blue Mountains
1. The Thornbury Harbour
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 90 reviews
Reviewed By mcfamily1010 - Toronto, Canada
Beautiful area to sit and watch the sunset, would definitely recommend. They have some cute shops around the corner!
2. Pretty River Valley Provincial Park
3. Carpe Diem Gardens
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3 reviews
4. Duncan Escarpment Provincial Nature Reserve
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3 reviews
Reviewed By Zeusthecockapoo - Barrie, Canada
I was really impressed by Duncan Escarpment and frankly surprised that it isn't better known. Its an area with very diverse and interesting scenery and a lot of variation in elevation throughout; will keep your heart pumping. Trail markers were pretty good overall, never had any real issue finding our way, however I would still recommend downloading/snapping a photo of the trail map to familiarize with the different side trails. Some of the highlights for me included the fantastic lookouts over the surrounding valley, pinnacle rock, and the many striking limestone stacks. Ambitious hikers can combine with an extention of the Bruce Trail which will take you to Metcalfe Rock and then loop around for a 10KM round trip. I would highly recommend doing so if possible as Metcalfe Rock is very impressive in of itself.
5. The Fishway
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 32 reviews
Reviewed By Lyndburger - Brampton, Canada
Visited in November after the main run of Salmon had finished. We didn't see the main run but the fish we did see were pretty exciting. If you want to see the fish you have to keep your eyes on the base of the ladder for a few minutes as the fish jump lasts only a second and they rest between tries. There are lots of great vantage points to see the ladder from a few different angles. The area is really pretty so it's nice to come here for a look, stroll around or ride your bike, grab a snack or meal and browse the shops. Lots of benches and lawn around for picnicking too.
6. Blue Mountain Resort (Things to Do)
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 691 reviews
Blue Mountain, Ontario’s largest mountain village resort, is nestled on the shores of Southern Georgian Bay and spans across the beautiful Niagara Escarpment. Blue Mountain has evolved into a true four-season destination, and continually ranks among the top family-friendly resorts in Canada
Reviewed By 928vladimirv
We had been there for a numerous time. Staying in Mosaic for a fey days or just came in for night skiing. Day skiing is not good during weekend - too crowded, many school buses and community basses. Night skiing is awesome
7. Peasemarsh Nature Preserve
8. Northwinds Beach
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 26 reviews
Reviewed By Ggreendd - Blue Mountains, Canada
This is the best beach west of Wasaga: small and secluded, but getting more popular each year. It has picnic tables, barbeques, a playground, a boat launch, rocks and of course a sandy beach and grassed areas plus washrooms. If the parking lot is full, you can park on Lakeshore which can be accessed from Grey Road 19 and Kitzbuhl.
9. Christie Beach Conservation Area
10. Craigleith Provincial Park
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 95 reviews
Reviewed By Rich2255 - Corfu, United States
Had a nice site at the west end of the park. Good view of Lake Huron. There were no other campers close to us so it was very comfortable. The park road does get bikers and hikers but at mid Sept there were not many. There is road noise but that sort of disappears when the waves are rolling in. There is little beach area as the site in on slate shoals which give a flat rock area which is good for wading or putting in a canoe or kayak. Nice spot to relax in and you can find trails to hike or other canoe spots which are not far to travel to.
