Neighborhood highlights
Lazy Loon is located in the picturesque Georgian Bluffs, a township in Grey County which is located along the eastern shore of Georgian Bay. There's something everyone whether you're here to rest & relax or explore & adventure.
Heading north you’ll reach the peak of the peninsula, Tobermory where you can visit the famous Grotto, go shipwreck diving or start a journey down the Bruce trail.
Drive west and you’ll hit one of Canada’s longest sandy beaches, Sauble Beach-with surf, shopping and delicious restaurants.
Heading east along the shoreline, you'll come across Big Bay & the Stone Skipping Capital of Canada. Make sure to stop in at the General Store for some of their famous homemade ice cream.
A little closer to home, we recommend heading out for a hike to the Bruce Caves or to the popular Skinner's Bluff lookout. Don’t miss a visit to Gleason Brook Pottery on your way back -the unique studio and showroom of Timothy Smith, with beautiful hand-made pieces for purchase.
Or don't leave the property at all and spend your days swimming and sunbathing or perhaps fishing off the dock. The Bay is home to a variety of fish, including northern pike, walleye, largemouth bass, salmon, and whitefish (please bring your own equipment). Then relax at night by the fire, watching the stars under one of the darkest sky’s in southern Ontario.
Whatever style of exploration you're looking for, The Lazy Loon is positioned in the perfect location to help make your trip experience unforgettable.
For nature lovers it’s worth noting that the Bruce is home to two National parks; Bruce Peninsula National Park which is a designated dark sky preserve and Fathom Five National Marine Park considered a diver’s paradise with 23 sunken shipwrecks to explore, four provincial parks and at least seven other protected areas. The Niagara escarpment which runs the length of the peninsula is a designated UNESCO biosphere reserve.
10 minute drive to Wiarton
1 hour drive to Tobermory
30 minutes to Sauble Beach
40 minutes to Southampton
30 minutes to Owen Sound
1 hr 15 minutes to Blue Mountain
A few additional local gems:
Bluewater Park in Wiarton offers tennis courts, a boardwalk, a boat launch, a splash pad, and a kids’ playground. This vibrant location hosts numerous festivals throughout the summer and is famously home to Wiarton Willie.
Bluewater Lavender in Georgian Bluffs, offers a range of incredible all-natural lavender-based products, grown on an eco-friendly and sustainable farm. During the summer, enjoy yoga events and explore the farm, open to the public on Saturdays and Sundays throughout July and August.
Keady Market is a fun spot to stroll rustic alleys with many outdoor vendors.
There are several great golf courses in the surrounding areas and we're only a 5 minute walk away from the Wiarton Bluffs Golf Course (9 holes) with spectacular views of the bay.
The Salmon derby on the Bay takes place the last week of July to the first week of August-as part of the Chantry Classic derby. The weigh station is in Wiarton at the boat launch area.
ATV & snowmobile trails start less then 2 km away at Oxeden with 250 km of trails to Sauble and to Owen Sound.
Go to South Bruce Peninsula ATV Club for an online trail map.
Home By Design in Wiarton has beautiful Canadian made home decor.
WIARTON EATS
Green Door Cafe
Dockside Willies
The Silo
Sand Witches Food Truck
Frosty Freeze
Northern Dunes Club House-the best wings!
Sullivan's Butcher Shop
Solways Farm Market & Bakery (North of town)
Howell's Fish is a very popular spot to pick up fresh fish & order take out fish & chips
The Hungry Hanger Restaurant at the Wiarton Keppel International Airport only a few minutes away. Enjoy a simple breakfast overlooking the tarmac
SAUBLE EATS
The Wellness Refinery (vegan & GF, smoothies, smoothie bowls, delicious salads, paninis & baked goods with a little boutique as a bonus)
Pizza-Laszlo's
Mexican -Caseros Bus
Bakery-Luscious
HeyDays (part of the famous June Hotel)
Solas Grill, Smashed Burgers, 1858 Ceasar Bar, Clementines & Channing's Chinese -all located at the beach
OWENSOUND EATS
Caseros (Mexican)
Milk Maid
Mudtown
Harrison Inn in Harrison Park (also great trails here)
TOBERMORY EATS
Coconut Joe's
TRAILS going North
-The Grotto
-Halfway Log Dump
-Devil's Monument
-Burnt Point Loop
-Mountain Bike Adventure Park
TRAILS near Wiarton
-Spirit Rock
-Bruce Caves
-Skinner's Bluff
-Rual Rootz
TRAILS near Sauble
-Sauble Falls & Sauble Trail
-Sauble Cross Country Ski Trail-a day pass is required in the winter
-Sawmill Nordic Ski Trail-a day pass is required in the winter
WATERFALLS
Sauble Falls (bring watershoes)
Inglis
Jones
Indan
Weaver's Creek
RENTALS
Suntrail Source for Adventure for high quality adventuring gear- Hwy 6 Hepworth. It's located approximately 300 metres from the Sawmill Nordic Centre.
WINTER ACTIVITIES
Snowshoeing & Cross country skiing-The Sawmill Ski Trail & Sauble Ski Trail are beautiful trails for a cardio kick.
Downhill Skiing, Skating & The Scandinavian Spa in Blue Mountain
Grey Bruce is home to 3,600 kilometres of groomed trails and a host of sled-friendly accommodations and eateries. Visit the OFSC District 9 website or ridegreybruce .com to plan your snowmobile trip.
Dual Acres in Shallow Lake offer horse-drawn sleigh rides.
Festival of Northern Lights in Owensound
FAMILY FUN
Putterama Mini Golf Sauble
Ascent Aerial Park Sauble
Sauble Falls (water shoes required)
Giggles Arcade
Laser Tag
Sauble Family Movie Night- Under the stars, outdoor open movie night
Sauble's Official Nascar
Northern Confections Candy Store in Wiarton
The Painted Turtle -Balloons & Beads in Wiarton
Farm on the Lake-Kid Village Pet and Play in a safe enclosed area where visitors of all ages can snuggle, cuddle and play with cute baby goats inside the fence.
Storybook Park in Owensound
