Nature Trails near Wiarton, Ontario
Wiarton is the perfect place to start your next adventure. Located at the base of the beautiful Bruce Peninsula on Colpoy’s Bay with scenery that is second to none. The Peninsula is home to the Niagara Escarpment, a World Biosphere Reserve with over 500 miles of magnificent shoreline and the famous Bruce Trail.
Hiking, birding, sailing, fishing, golfing, swimming, shopping, biking, farmers market and camping are just a few of the activities available.
Bluewater Park is a hub of activity and boasts an historic train station, tennis courts, boardwalk, pavilions, boat launch, splash pad, and campground. It is also the home of our world famous Wiarton Willie, the world’s only albino prognosticating Groundhog.
The Wiarton Willie Festival is the largest winter festival in the Grey Bruce Region. The festivities and excitement of February 2 draws international media coverage and thousands of visitors and residents annually to witness prediction morning and enjoy the festivities which include fun for the whole family. Music, dances, entertainment, races, food festivals, tea parties, tournaments, fireworks, and a parade are just some of what make this festival a huge success.
Choose from a variety of accommodations and visit our downtown area where you will find a unique mix of shops, services, and restaurants which will not disappoint. Many festivals and events take place in town year round, check out the Town’s website at www.southbrucepeninsula.com.
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BRUCE TRAIL – SYDENHAM SECTION
The Sydenham Section is one of 9 sections of the Bruce Trail that threads its way, from Queenston Heights in the south of Ontario to Tobermory, at the tip of the Bruce Peninsula to the north, along the Niagara Escarpment affording the user a variety of special...BRUCE’S CAVES TRAIL
Bruce’s Caves Conservation Area derives its greatest significance from the unique cave formations found along the escarpment face. These caves were formed by the wave action of post-glacial Lake Algonquin, 7,000 to 8,000 years ago. The significance of the cave...CAPE CROKER TRAIL
Steep limestone cliffs surround Sydney Bay on the sacred land of the Chippewas of Nawash. This trail begins with recently developed “Snake Trail Boardwalk”, the wheelchair accessible portion of the trail. Exiting the boardwalk, follow the Bruce Trail...