Hiking Trails

South Georgian Bay has thousands of miles of hiking trails that stretch and wind their way through diverse landscapes along the Niagara Escarpment, along Georgian Bay, through historic Collingwood and the beautiful Blue Mountains.

Stroll the incredible 34 km long Georgian Trail from Collingwood to Meaford, hike the amazing terrain through forests and up and down the Niagara Escarpment along the Bruce Trail. Or walk through ancient dunes through Blueberry Trails in Wasaga Beach or along the Ganaskra Trail. Our region also boasts the most incredible town trails connecting much of Collingwood and The Blue Mountains.

Soak up the magnificent scenery, topography, wildlife and botany. Be amazed by lookouts, caves, meadows, ancient forests, old mills and incredible flora and fauna. Lace up your boots, throw on a backpack and get ready for some of the best trail experiences in the world, right here in South Georgian Bay. Learn more about the Trails of Georgian Bay.

1 The Bruce Trail: Canada’s oldest marked footpath, stretching from the Niagara region to Tobermory. Two member clubs maintain this sections of the Brucetrailin our region. They include the Blue Mountains Club, which maintains the areas from Lavender to Craigleith, which boasts the highest elevation on the Bruce Trail at 540 m at Osler Bluff Lookout. The Beaver Valley Club looks after the trail from Craigleith to Blantyre through Loree Forest and Kolopore.

2. Collingwood and The Blue Mountains’ Trail Systems: Both Collingwood and
The Blue Mountains have many kilometers of walking, hiking, cycling and cross-country ski trails on a variety of surfaces. Both trail systems have great maps

3. The Georgian Trail is a 34 km trail following the old rail route of the original Northern Railway. Great for hiking, cross country skiing and cycling, it stretches from Collingwood’s Harbourview Park to the waterfront in Meaford. The trail cuts through some of the region's best features, the mountain, waterfront, apple orchards and beaches. MAP

4. Scenic Caves Nature Adventures: Self guided tours through the scenic caves and caverns along one of the highest points of the Niagara Escarpment. More Info

5. Feversham Gorge: An easy walk and a gem of a trail down the road from Kolapore on Grey Road 2 (just after the bridge in Feversham). The trail follows along the top of the spring fed Feversham gorge. A great trail for kids. 1.5km hike, 24.4 meter high waterfall over crystal clear river. MAP

6. Nottawasaga Bluffs: Hike through the canyons of the Keyhole side trail. MAP

7. Loree Forest Loop: A moderate 4.4 km hike accessed from Grey Rd. 2 to Victoria Corners, head East on 21-22 side road for 5.2 km (parking here). Follow the blue blazes on the north side of the road for 200 meters until it intersects the main Bruce Trail (white blazes) and turn left. This part of the Bruce Trail, takes you to the top of Georgian Peaks Ski club. Beautiful view. Maps available at the Visitor Centre. MAP

8. Pretty River Valley Provincial Park: This hike is part of the Bruce Trail and is approx. 6 km. Leave Collingwood and go west on Mountain Road to 10th line and turn left. Drive to 33-34 side road and turn right. Drive west to Collingwood Nottawasaga Townline. There is a parking lot 500 meters past the Towline on your left. Walk through the shaded forest along side the river and watch for fish. MAP

9. Duncan Crevice Caves Provincial Park: Hike to Pinnacle Rock and enjoy the spectacular view MAP

10. Kolapore Forest: Over 50 km of marked trails attract hikers, cross country skiers and birding enthusiasts. Visitors are advised that a map is essential due to the complexity of the trails system. Come to our visitor centre at 30 Mountain Road in Collingwood to purchase a map. MAP

11. The Ganaraska Trail: Special mention goes to this famed 500 km trail that begins in Port Hope. The Ganaraska Trail connects the Bruce Trail at Glen Huron. It follows the Ganaraska River, passing through the region’s rolling hills, the Niagara Escarpment and the shores of Georgian Bay. The Ganaraska Trail in Wasaga Beach is accessed off River Rd. West, east of Schoonertown Bridge on Oxbow Park Drive, at Allenwood Beach and at Blueberry Trails Nordic Centre. Check out the unique dune system, with ancient beach ridges.