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This summer provides a perfect opportunity to explore Huron County. Use the information provided in this guide as your starting point to plan a day out, a weekend getaway, or as a reminder of all of the great outdoor amenities, amazing food, arts and culture, and recreational activities available on Ontario’s West Coast. There is so much more than can possibly fit in one guide.

Things are constantly changing this year and it is impossible to stay up-to-date with a printed guide. Please be sure to always check online for the most up-to-date opening information for any businesses or places you wish to visit this summer.

Enjoy your summer and be amazed at what you’ll find in your backyard!

IT’S TIME TO EXPLORE YOUR OWN BACKYARD

BAYFIELDKnown for its boutique accommodations, charming coastal style and artistic vibe. Visit the sandy beach, or take a stroll down Main Street, a Heritage Conservation District, to enjoy the many shops, artists’ studios, and award-winning restaurants.

BLYTHThe historic village of Blyth exudes Victorian charm. Stroll down Queen Street to feel the history and make your way to the world-famous Blyth Festival Theatre, the heart of the village. The southeast corner of Blyth is where you’ll find the distinctive architecture of Cowbell Brewing Co.

BRUSSELSVisit the idyllic Village of Brussels and appreciate the beautiful heritage homes and buildings located throughout its historic downtown. While there, stop by the Four Winds Barn, a 160 year-old masterpiece that has lovingly been recreated to host a variety of special events.

CLINTONKnown as Canada’s Home of RADAR due to its association with the RCAF Station during World War II. Clinton offers a broad range of recreational opportunities that include the CNR School Car on Wheels Museum, Clinton Raceway, Gateway Casino and the Clinton Conservation Area.

EXPLORE OURCOMMUNITIES

Tour Huron County’s scenic agricultural landscape and stop to visit our lively towns and charming villages. Here are just a few of the communities ready for you to discover:

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EXETERAt the southern end of Huron County lies the town of Exeter, home to a wonderful selection of restaurants and shops. History buffs will enjoy strolling Main Street, lined with beautiful 19th century buildings, while nature lovers can spend the day on the South Huron Trail in search of a local curiosity – the white squirrel!

GODERICHNicknamed the “Prettiest Town in Canada,” Goderich is the largest centre in Huron County. The town sits atop the bluffs overlooking Lake Huron and is renowned for its beautiful heritage architecture, breathtaking sunsets, and unique downtown Square that’s actually an octagon. The largest salt mine in the world extends under Lake Huron from Goderich harbour.

SEAFORTHSeaforth’s bustling Main Street features a mix of locally-owned small businesses. While shopping, take some time to admire its beautiful heritage buildings and 19th century façades. This year will launch the makeover of Seaforth’s Downtown Back-alleys with their beautiful art displays and wall murals.

WINGHAMThe town of Wingham is located along the scenic banks of the Maitland River. This small town has played a large role in Canadian arts and culture. It is the birthplace of Nobel Prize Winner for Literature, Alice Munro and serves as a backdrop to some of her famous stories. It is also the home of CKNX Radio (founded in 1926) the station’s Saturday Night Barn Dance was one of the most popular and influential radio programs in Ontario.


BOUTIQUE HOTELS & INNSQuaint luxury accommodations in the heart of heritage downtowns, our boutique properties are sure to provide the ultimate relaxing getaway.

MOTELSLooking for an affordable getaway at the lake? Our roadside motels are a great place to stay while taking advantage of all the fun family things to do on Ontario’s West Coast.

BED & BREAKFASTSStaying in bed and breakfast accommodations connect you with knowledgeable hosts that are ready to provide a local touch – adding a small town concierge approach to your visit.

SHORT-TERM RENTALSLooking to get away for a few days or a few weeks? Rent a single room in someone’s home or an entire Lakefront cottage for your family.

ACCOMMODATIONSWhether it’s an overnighter to visit friends, a romantic weekend getaway, or a week or two of rest and relaxation, Huron County offers a variety of accommodation options for everyone of your getaway needs, budget or travel style.

HURON COUNTY OFFERS GREAT CAMPING

Canadian summer is all about getting outdoors and camping is a great way to enjoy Ontario’s West Coast. Pitch a tent for the weekend or park your RV on a full-service site – our local campgrounds offer various camping experiences and activities for you and your family!


RESTAURANTSFrom casual fine dining and ethnic cuisine to country truck stops and local pubs, our chefs are ready to provide you with a delicious dining experience! Sample and savour the local flavour on Ontario’s West Coast!

CAFES & BAKERIESMake it a habit to drop by our local cafes and bakeries that pride themselves on fresh pastry delights and locally brewed coffee. A warm and fragrant welcome awaits!

QUICK BITESAfter a long day at the beach or an outdoor adventure, some visitors are looking for a quick bite. We have a variety of drive-in, deli-style and fast food establishments ready to serve you!

Catering to all tastes, Huron County’s chefs are ready to serve flavour-packed dishes, delightful home-baked goods and local brews. Find a quick snack, a picnic lunch or a full-course dining adventure – the options on Ontario’s West Coast are endlessly delicious!


RESTAURANTS

* photos by Dianne Brandon

BAYFIELDAlbion Hotel1 Main St. N., Bayfieldalbionbayfield.com

Bayfield Brewing Co.’s Public House14 Main St. N., BayfieldBayfieldbrewingco.com

Black Dog Village Pub & Bistro5 Main St. N., Bayfieldblackdogpubbistro.ca

The Dock’s Restaurant & Bar76559 Bluewater Hwy., Bayfielddocksrestaurantbar.com

The Lake House of Bayfield21 Main St. N., Bayfieldlakehouseofbayfield.com

BLYTHCowbell Brewing Co.40035 Blyth Rd., Blythcowbellbrewing.com

EXETERThe Barn Restaurant & Pub at Exeter Golf Club40374 Kirkton Rd., Centraliaexetergolfclub.ca/the-barn

Crabby Joe’s58 Main St. N., Exetercrabbyjoes.com

Eddington’s of Exeter527 Main St. S., Exetereddingtons.ca

GODERICHBeach Street Station2 Beach St., Goderichbeachstreetstation.com

Park House Restaurant168 West St., Goderichparkhouserestaurant.com

Part II Bistro10 Courthouse Square, Goderichpart2bistro.ca

Summertime is patio time! Pick your perfect patio from the list below or find your own favourite, as many restaurants have expanded their patios this summer.

PATIOS & DECKS

* photo by of Dianne Brandon


Huron County is home to six independently-owned vintage drive-in restaurant and hamburger stands. Each of them have their own unique specialties but the one thing they have in common is that they continue to serve quality locally-sourced grilled summertime standards.

DRIVE-IN DINING

WOODLAND DRIVE-IN17 Mill Rd., Bayfieldfacebook.com/Woodland-Drive-In

FARMER’S DELL6 London Rd. (Hwy. #4), Brucefieldfacebook.com/farmersdell2018

WILLY’S BURGER BAR267 Huron St (Hwy. #8), Clintonfacebook.com/willysburgerbar

FREEZE KING42566 Huron Rd. (Hwy. #8), Seaforth

SKY RANCH DRIVE-IN81669 Bluewater Hwy., Goderichfacebook.com/skyranchdrivein

FROSTY QUEEN143 Josephine St., Winghamfacebook.com/


* photo above courtesy of Woodlands Drive-In

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Ontario’s West Coast has quickly emerged as one of Ontario’s newest craft beer, cider and wine regions. Use the map on ontarioswestcoast.ca to plan your strategy for visiting our 7 breweries, 6 wineries and be sure to raise a glass to Ontario’s West Coast beer and wine producers!

BAD APPLE BREWING COMPANY LTD.Located in a century barn and surrounded by orchards where they grow produce for their recipes. badapplebrewingco.com

STONE HOUSE BREWING CO.The Stone House Brewing Company offers Czech Pilsner, Dark Lager, and Bavarian Lager. stonehousebrewing.ca

BAYFIELD BREWING CO.The Bayfield Brewing Co, opened in early 2019, in the heart of historic downtown Bayfield. bayfieldbrewingco.com

COWBELL BREWING CO.Located in Blyth, this award-winning brewery features family-friendly restaurant, retail store, and entertainment spaces. cowbellbrewing.com

HALF HOURS ON EARTH BREWERYThis brewery produces an extremely easy to obtain productwith their online store, retail store and availability at across the province. halfhoursonearth.com

RIVER ROAD BREWING & HOPSBayfield’s first farm-based brewery, grows the very ingredients that makes up their beloved beverages. riverroadbrewing.com

SQUARE BREWSquare Brew produces roughly 2000L of beer per week in such flavours as Huron County Mango Squad, and Square One.squarebrewco.com

BEER



2ND STREETLIGHT ESTATE WINERYPlanted with five different vines of Cabernet Franc, Baco Noir, Vidal, Chardonnay and Riesling. Retail side opened in 2019. 2ndstreetlightwines.ca

BAYFIELD BERRY FARM WINERYIn addition to its beloved baked good, fresh produce, and preserves, the business now offers a collection of fruit wines, ciders, wine coolers and schnapps. bayfieldberryfarm.on.ca

CORNERFIELD WINE CO.Located on a 175 year-old farm and employing traditional winemaking processes in their half dozen wine offerings. cornerfieldwineco.com

DARK HORSE ESTATE WINERYPlanted with over 22,000 vines consisting of such varieties as Cabernet Franc, Chardonnay, Riesling, Baco Noir, Vidal, and Marquette. darkhorseestatewinery.com

EAST STREET CIDER CO.With a combination of 100% Ontario apples, innovative ideas, and a traditional atmosphere, East Street Cider Co. have managed to craft an easy-drinking cider that all can enjoy. eaststreetcider.com

MAELSTROM WINERYThe Landsborough family paved the way for wineries in Huron County, establishing the first in the county. Today, the family produces over a dozen different wines! maelstromwinery.ca

SCHATZ WINERY, HESSENLAND INNAfter having perfected the accommodation side of Hessenland Inn, the Ihrig family was ready to add a new facet to their business. With all hands on deck, the family carried out their first harvest in October 2017- producing fan favourites such as Frontenac Blanc and Petite Pearl.hessenland.com

WINE & CIDER

THURSDAYSBlyth Outdoor Market10 am to 2 pm, July to Octoberfacebook.com/blythoutdoormarket

Seaforth Community Market Seaforth Agriplex3 to 7 pm, June to October facebook.com/Seaforth-Community-Market

FRIDAYSBayfield Farmers’ Market Online Store/Clan Gregor Square3 to 7 pm, May to Octoberfacebook.com/bayfieldfarmersmarket

Brussels Farmers’ Market Four Winds Wedding & Event Barn2 to 6 pm, May to Octoberfacebook.com/Brusselsfarmersmarket

SATURDAYSGoderich Farmers’ Market Courthouse Square/South Street/Montreal Street8 am to noon, May to Octoberfacebook.com/FarmersMarketGoderichBIA

*Times and opening and closing dates subject to change. Please confirm time and location before heading out.

Finding local, fresh and delicious food doesn’t get any easier than it does in Huron County. As one of the largest food producing regions in Ontario, the diversity of food products available throughout the year is remarkable. Visit ontarioswestcoast.ca for a list of retail outlets where you can purchase directly from the producers.

FRESH FROM THE FARM


SAIL HURON with a crew of experienced sailors on the 34 foot sailboat, Stir Crazy, for a afternoon cruise on Lake Huron from Bayfield. sailhuron.com

XTREME WATER SPORTS in Grand Bend offers Seadoos™, Jet Skis™ and Waverunners™ for rent, as well as an exclusive jet boat charter service and the latest water thrill-ride, FlyBoarding! xtremewatersports.ca

PARASAIL over Grand Bend beach and beautiful Lake Huron with the assistance of the skilled and experienced staff of Grand Bend Parasail. grandbendparasail.com

360 BIKES ‘N BOARDS is located on the Square in Goderich and offers kayak rentals. 360bikesnboards.com

THE YOGA DEN offers a variety of Stand Up Paddle Board classes and camps in Goderich, including SUP Yoga, SUP fitness, and SUP Kids camps. theyogaden.ca

WINDMILL LAKE WAKE & ECO PARK offers water activities for all ages. Try wakeboarding, paddle boarding, canoeing, kayaking and pedal boating on a 40-acre private lake. windmill-lake.ca

*Please confirm opening and times with local municipality

Bayfield (Lions) Splash Pad6 The Square, Bayfieldmunicipalityofbluewater.ca

Clinton Children’s Splash Pad85 Park Lane, Clintoncentralhuron.ca

Exeter Splash Zone2-70 Andrew St., Exeter southhuron.ca

Victoria Park Splash Pad80 Victoria St. N, Goderichgoderich.ca

Wingham Splash Pad281 William St., Winghamnorthhuron.ca

SPLASH PADS

ON THE WATER

There’s no match to the feeling of being at the beach. Huron County has 14 public beaches located along 100 km of scenic shoreline.

AMBERLEY BEACHThis natural and secluded beach is somewhat rocky with grassy patches and small trees for shade.

ASHFIELD PARKA large, secluded beach. Take the steep and winding road down to the parking area. A small pavilion is located at top of the hill.

PORT ALBERT BEACHPort Albert offers a mid-sized sandy beach. The river flowing into the lake offers excellent fishing opportunities.

POINT FARMS PROVINCIAL PARKThis large, sandy beach is located within Point Farms Provincial Park. Admission fee is required for day use.

SUNSET BEACHA long path followed by stairs leads to the rocky beach and provides excellent opportunities for birdwatchers.

GODERICH MAIN BEACHA large sandy beach featuring a boardwalk, snack bar and playground, making this an excellent choice for families.

* Please note that changing water levels can have an impact on beaches.

BEACHES


ST. CHRISTOPHER’S BEACHA pavilion, playground and picnic tables make this rocky beach an excellent location for lakefront picnics and family gatherings.

ROTARY COVE BEACHA large sandy beach, this location also offers picnic tables, benches, a snack bar, trees for shade, and a large playground for kids.

BLACK’S POINT ROAD BEACHThis natural area, popular with bird watchers, offers a wide beach with lots of grassy areas and small bushes.

BAYFIELD PIER BEACHBayfield’s Main Beach is located next to the pier and marina, visitors can rent canoes and kayaks.

HOWARD STREET BEACHThis beach is reached by a staircase, which leads to the white sand stretching along the village’s coastline.

HOUSTON HEIGHTS BEACHThis secluded location offers access by way of a staircase down to the sandy shores and a pavilion in a park-like setting.

PORT BLAKE PARK BEACHA sandy beach that is often busy with visitors, the location offers a picnic shelter and playground. Admission fee is required.

GRAND BEND BEACHThe largest beach on the Huron shoreline. Popular with visitors, this beach is often busy and offers recreational opportunities.

Huron Perth Public Health (HPPH) monitors all public beaches in Perth and Huron Counties by testing the water for unsafe bacteria. For up-to-date information on water quality and beach openings, please check hpph.ca.

HURON BEACH INFO

MAITLAND TRAIL Follow the 49 km trail from Goderich to Auburn along the beautiful, winding route of the lower Maitland River. MaitlandTrail.ca

SAWMILL TRAIL One of the Bayfield River Valley Trails, the 2 km Sawmill Trail features a range of historical and natural points of interest. BayfieldTrails.com

SOUTH HURON TRAIL The 8 km all-season trail winds through the scenic Ausable River Valley between MacNaughton Park in Exeter and Morrison Dam Conservation Area. abca.on.ca

WAWANOSH VALLEY CONSERVATION AREAThe Conservation Area offers a scenic 3 km trail loop that crosses the Belgrave Creek, passes through meadows with hedgerow plantings and down a steep hill to the cedar lowlands at the river. mvca.on.ca

BANNOCKBURN CONSERVATION AREA The 1 km trail loop located on Bannockburn Line is home to six different natural communities: wet meadow, white cedar, deciduous forest, marsh, old field and mixed scrub. abca.on.ca

This summer explore one (or more!) of the 30+ hiking trails available for all ages and skill levels. Here are a few favourites to get you started:

TRAILS

Check out the Huron County Hiking Guide for a full list of trails in Huron County. Pick up a copy at local tourism centres or download a digital copy at ontarioswestcoast.ca

HURON HIKING GUIDE

BLUEWATER GOLF COURSE & CAMPGROUND77416 Bluewater Hwy., Bayfieldbluewatergolfandcamp.ca

EXETER GOLF CLUB40374 Kirkton Rd., Centraliaexetergolfclub.ca

IRONWOOD GOLF CLUB70969 Morrison Line, Exetergolfnorth.ca/ironwood

THE MAITLAND25 North Harbour Rd. E., Goderichthemaitland.com

OAKWOOD RESORT GOLF COURSE70671 Bluewater Hwy., Grand Bendoakwoodresort.ca

SEAFORTH GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB42990 Front Rd., Seaforthseaforthgolf.com

SUNSET GOLF CLUB33937 Golf Course Rd., Goderichsunsetgolfclub.com

WHITE SQUIRREL GOLF CLUB72538 Bluewater Hwy., Zurichwhitesquirrelgolfclub.com

WINGHAM GOLF & CURLING CLUB40292 Jamestown Rd., RR4, Winghamfacebook.com/WinghamGolfCurlingClub

WOODLANDS LINKS GOLF CLUB37858 Huron Rd. (Hwy 8), Clintonwoodlandslinks.com

Ontario’s West Coast offers 10 different courses to choose from. While each course offers its own distinct course design, challenges, and hazards, the one thing they all share in common is the picturesque landscapes we’re famous for.


GOLF

Experience beautiful, rural scenery and diverse landscapes on a cycling adventure through Huron County!

BIKE RENTALS

Blyth Bike Tours offers bike rentals and tours. Off-season by request. blythbiketours.com

360 Bikes ’n Boards rents bikes and paddle boards to explore the Lake Huron coastline, waterfront and the Town of Goderich. 360bikesnboards.com

Goderich Bike Shop offers bike rentals available in-store, at the beach, or delivered to your cottage or home. goderichbikeshop.com

Bayfield Archives & Heritage Centre offers Quadra-cycle rentals for $20 per hour. The quads are a big hit with people visiting and a fun way of touring the village with surprise spectacular views of Lake Huron. bayfieldhistorical.ca


The Goderich to Guelph Rail Trail, known as the G2G, runs 127 km of multi-use green space along the former CPR railway line. The G2G Rail Trail offers a large and safe corridor to bike on for all ages and experience levels. g2grailtrail.com

A new Huron County Cycling Guide is coming soon. Watch for it at ontarioswestcoast.ca

OFF-ROAD CYCLING

CYCLING

From anglers looking to reel in the catch of a lifetime, to families just looking for some fun on the water, the opportunities for fishing in Huron County are endless.

Fly Fitters provides anglers of all levels with guided fly fishing, spey fishing and sport fishing adventures on the Maitland, Bayfield and Saugeen Rivers. flyfitters.ca

Maitland Valley Fishing Charters provides services to individuals and small groups for sport fishing on Lake Huron from early May through the end of September. maitlandvalleyfishing.com

Enjoy fully-guided fishing charters for salmon, trout and walleye using the best fishing equipment with Grand Bend Fishing Charters. Charters run April through September. grandbendfishingcharters.com

HURON COUNTY FISHING Check out the Huron County Fishing Guide for a comprehensive overview of angling in Huron County atontarioswestcoast.ca.

FISHING &PADDLING

Whether canoeing or kayaking, Huron Countyoffers a variety of paddling opportunities ranging from flat water rows to mild white water adventures.

Rent a canoe or kayak from the Bayfield Marina and paddle up the mouth of the Bayfield River. If the lake is calm, paddle out past the pier walls to open water. municipalityofbluewater.ca/Public/Bluewater-Marina-in-Bayfield

HURON COUNTY PADDLING GUIDECheck out the Huron County Paddling Guide for a comprehensive overview of paddling in Huron County at ontarioswestcoast.ca.

Located in Port Albert, this man-made structure allows fish to by-pass obstructions to travel upstream on the Nine Mile River. Fish jumping can be viewed from late March until early May, with peak runs occurring the last 2 weeks in April. In the fall, jumping occurs from mid-September until late November, with the peak occurring during October and early November.

THE PORT ALBERT FISHWAY

CLINTON RACEWAY & CASINOBring the whole gang to Ontario’s family track, Clinton Raceway & Casinofor a day of exciting harness racing! Check out the 1/2 mile track, picnic areas, swimming pool, slots and more. clintonraceway.com

THE EDGE OF WALTON CHALLENGEDiscover your limits at . The The Edge of Walton Challenge Courseoutdoor facility offers rope climbing, high tower and mountain biking adventures. edgeofwalton.ca

WALTON RACEWAYWalton Raceway is home to the longest running motocross tracks in Canada and hosts the Canadian Motocross Grand National Championship. waltonraceway.ca

GRAND BEND MOTORPLEXOne of Canada’s premier racing facilities, the is a Grand Bend Motorplex multi-use sports facility that features Canada’s largest 1/4 mile drag racing facility. grandbendmotorplex.ca

GRAND BEND SPORT PARACHUTING CENTREAt the , a first jump is a free-fall Grand Bend Sport Parachuting Centre Inc.skydive with two instructors assisting, until the parachute is activated. skydivegrandbend.com


OUTDOOR RECREATION

ALL-IN SKATEPARKLocated in Zurich, Southwestern Ontario’s biggest and best Indoor skatepark for BMX, scooters and boards. allinactionsports.com

CHUCK IT GODERICHThis axe throwing facility is open to anyone ages 12 and up - those between 12 and 17 years old require a parent/guardian. chuckitgoderich.com

ESCAPE ROOM GODERICHTest your teamwork skills as you work through puzzles and clues to escape various rooms. escaperoomgoderich.ca

FORE ON THE FLOOREnjoy state of the art golf simulator and virtual driving range. HD racing simulator lets you choose your car, choose your track, and choose your thrill. foreonthefloor.ca

ICECULTUREBook a 90-minute guided tour in Hensall to see the process behind ice sculpture creation. iceculture.com

LITTLE BOWLFamily fun with 12 lanes of 5-pin bowling for fun and parties in Goderich. Fully licensed. littlebowl.ca

MAITLAND VALLEY GROTTOAn indoor bouldering gym located in Goderich. Bouldering is one of the most efficient ways to learn rock climbing techniques. maitlandvalleygrotto.com

TOWN & COUNTRY BOWLING LANESLocated in Zurich, offering 5-Pin Bowling in a small-town, friendly atmosphere. townandcountrybowling.com

GODERICH-HURON & CENTRAL HURON YMCAThe Goderich-Huron YMCA and Central Huron YMCA offer annual memberships and visitor day passes. ymcaswo.ca

INDOOR RECREATION

* Businesses listed may not be able to open in 2020. Please check online for most up-to-date information.

* photo courtesy of Maitland Valley Grotto


HURON COUNTY MUSEUM 110 North St., GoderichPermanent and temporary exhibits that depict Huron County’s history and culture.huroncountymuseum.ca

HURON HISTORIC GAOL181 Victoria St., GoderichA national Historic Site, Huron Historic Gaol served as the County Jail from its opening in 1841 until closure in 1972.huroncountymuseum.ca

BAYFIELD ARCHIVES & HERITAGE CENTRE20 Main St. N., BayfieldThe Heritage Centre features artefacts and short videos that showcase Bayfield’s history.bayfieldhistorical.ca

ST. JOSEPH HISTORIC PARK33996 Park Ave. at Intersection of Hwy. 21 and Zurich-Hensall RoadHistorical information plaques tell St. Joseph’s unique French-Canadian history.stjosephmuseum.ca

CNR SCHOOL CAR ON WHEELS MUSEUM76 Victoria Terrace, ClintonVisit a century old wooden railcar that was part of Northern Ontario’s railcar school system.centralhuron.com/schoolcar

GAIRBRAID81501 River Ridge Cres., GoderichThe burial plot of Goderich founder, Dr. William “Tiger” Dunlop is located along the Maitland Trail on land where he planned to build a new town named Gairbraid.huroncountymuseum.ca/gairbraid

VAN EGMOND HOUSE80 Kippen Rd., EgmondvilleCountry manor house built in 1846 has been carefully restored and furnished with period appropriate furnishings.facebook.com/vanegmondhouse


MUSEUMS & HISTORIC SITES

*photo courtesy of the Huron County Museum

* Some museums may not be able to open in 2020. Please check online for most up-to-date information.

BAYFIELDWander through Bayfield’s heritage district, along tree lined streets, and past harbour views with the Self-Guided Walking Tour booklet ($5) from the Bayfield Heritage Centre & Archives or Village Bookshop. bayfieldhistorical.ca

BRUSSELSAfter officially becoming a village in 1855, Brussels grew into a prosperous community with its own railway station, many local industries, several churches and community groups, and a main street of fine brick blocks. huroneast.com

EXETERA leisurely stroll down Exeter’s Main Street will tell the stories of the historic family businesses built by Exeter’s first settlers.experienceexeter.ca

GODERICHThe Goderich Municipal and Marine Heritage Committee has put together a series of four enjoyable scenic walks that explore Goderich’s rich history. goderich.ca

SEAFORTHSeaforth is a quintessential small Ontario town, with a story stretching back to the early 1850s. huroneast.com

VANASTRAVisit the former site of a top secret Royal Canadian Air Force training base, once used to train over 7,000 radar technicians and staff for American, British and Canadian forces during World War II. huroneast.com/blog/tag/vanastra

Download one of the Huron County Historic Walking Tours audio tours from Apple Podcasts and Google Podcasts. Choose from 12 walking tours in Bayfield, Blyth and Goderich. Full list of audio tours and download links available at: ontarioswestcoast.ca.

AUDIO WALKING TOURS

HERITAGE WALKING TOURS

BAYFIELDJMR Collectionsfacebook.com/theJMRcollections

Main Street Galleryfacebook.com/MainStreetGalleryBayfield

Marten Arts Galleryfacebook.com/MartenArtsGallery

Patina Studios & Gallerypatinastudios.ca

BLYTHThe Blyth Festival Art Galleryblythfestival.com/blyth-festival-art-gallery

FACTS: Fashion Arts & Creative Textiles Studiofactsblyth.ca

Wild Goose Studio Canadafacebook.com/wildgoosestudiocanada

Wonky Frog Studiofacebook.com/WonkyFrogStudio

GODERICHElizabeth’s Art Galleryelizabethsartgallery.ca

The Goderich Co-op Gallerygcgallery.ca

Reuben R. Sallows Galleryfacebook.com/SallowsGallery

The beauty of Huron County has inspired countless visual artists working in all media and styles. Check out some of their creations along with the work of talented artisans working in traditional and contemporary crafts.


ART GALLERIES

Pack up the car and get ready for this summertime tradition of yesteryear by taking in a blockbuster under the stars at the Starlite Drive-In Theatre outside of Grand Bend. starlitedriveintheatre.com/GrandBend

After a day enjoying the sand and

surf at Point Farms Provincial Park, head across the road to

Point Farms Market for a round of miniature golf topped off with an ice cream cone. there are 30+ flavours to choose from! facebook.com/pointfarms

If your kids have a bit of the daredevil in them scratch that itch

with a trip to Windmill Lake

Wake & Eco Park. Nestled within 200 acres of forest, the 40-acre private lake offers wakeboard & paddling activities are for all ages and an Aqua Park, inflatable floating obstacle course, forages 6+. windmill-lake.ca

For 30 years, has been Iceculturea major player in the world of ice carving. Book a 90-minute guided tour to see the processes, hear the stories and see amazing ice sculptures take shape. iceculture.com

Build the family bonds as you enjoy fun outdoor adventure at Edge of

The Edge of Walton. Challenge yourself with rope climbing, balancing, and tight rope walking. edgeofwalton.ca

FAMILY-FRIENDLY ACTIVITIES

Ontario’s West Coast makes for a great family destination. Here are few activities we recommend doing with the kids this summer.


Start the day by heading out on a

hike on one of six Bayfield Trails( ). After your hike bayfieldtrails.comstroll Bayfield’s Historic Main Street and visit some of the galleries and shops.

Grab a quick lunch of fish tacos, footlong hot dog or poutine at Copenhagen’s ( ). Don’t faceook.com.copenhagensforget to save room for a decadent

cupcake from Pink Flamingo Bakery ( )thepinkflamingobakery.com

Spend the hottest part of the afternoon staying cool at Bayfield’s Main Beach. After a few hours at the beach you’ll have worked up a thirst for a late

afternoon beverage at Bayfield Brewing Co. ( ). bayfieldbrewingco.com

Visit the tap room to try a flight of the brewery’s current offerings.

There’s no lack of great choices for an exceptional dinner in Bayfield.

Dine al fresco at Black Dog Village Pub & Bistro ( ), blackdogpubbistro.ca The Lakehouse of Bayfield ( )lakehouseofbayfield.comor stay put and go next door to the Bayfield Brewing Co.’s Public House.

After dinner enjoy one of the world famous double sunsets at Pioneer Park. Afterwards if you’re still going strong, enjoy a night cap on the veranda (weather

permitting) of the Bayfield Little Inn littleinn.com ( ).


A DAY IN BAYFIELD

YOUR ITINERARY

Start the day with a great cup of coffee. Pick up some beans or a fresh brewed cup of one of their

signature blends at Shopbike Coffee Roasters ( ). Head south shopbikecoffe.com

from Bayfield to Zehr’s Country Market zehrscountrymarket.ca( ) to pick up a fresh baked treat. There’s a lot of good pie to be had in Huron County.

For lunch, we suggest you make a

stop at in Goderich Cait’s Café( ). You’ll be happy caitscafe.comwith anything you choose at Cait’s Café but we recommend the Blyth veg sandwich on the in-house made croissant: Avocado, tomato, Blyth Farm cumin goat cheese, local organic greens, pesto mayo, and house-made lime cumin dressing.

Walk around a few The Squaretimes to work off lunch before heading down West Street to

Culbert’s Bakery ( ) for a sweet culbertsbakery.comsnack. All of their products are made fresh on the premises the old-fashioned way. The must try is their world famous cream puff doughnut.

For dinner, we suggest taking a leisurely drive to Exeter enjoying the many barn quilts you’ll pass along the way. When choosing a restaurant for dinner, two options

to consider are Eddington’s of Exeter eddingtons.ca ( ), which offers affordable comfort food prepared from locally sourced ingredients, or if you’re craving

something different, try Exeter Thai Cuisine ( ). They offer exeterthaicuisine.comup an authentic Pad Thai along with a full menu of other Thai cuisine favourites. If take-out is your only option, enjoy your meal

in and spot McNaughton Parkone of Exeter’s famous white squirrels.

A TASTY DAY TOUR

YOUR ITINERARY


FRIDAYArrive at your reserved campsite at Point Farms Provincial Park ( ). ontarioparks.com/park/pointfarms

SATURDAYAfter breakfast at West Street Willy’s ( , stop weststreetwillyseatery.com)

by Shanahan’s( ) www.shanahansqualitymeats.comfor everything you need for a picnic lunch before heading to the Maitland Trail maitlandtrail.ca ( ).

Perhaps start with the Tiger Dunlop Heritage Trail which include great views of the Maitland River and Harbour from Menesetung Bridge.

Refresh after the hike with a stop

at Square Brew ( to sample the squarebrewco.com)local suds before dinner on the patio. Two local favourites are

Thyme on 21 thymeon21.com ( )

or Beach Street Station ( ). beachstreetstation.comEnd your evening sitting around the campfire or having a leisurely walk gazing up at the amazing stars.

SUNDAYStart your morning with a bike ride

on the Goderich to Guelph Rail Trail g2grailtrail.com ( ) from Saltford to Blyth, a 30 km one-way

trip. Arrange for 519 Tours( ) to pick you up in 519tours.caBlyth and bring you back to your starting point (unless you have it in you to do the return trip).

Spend the afternoon at Falls Reserve Conservation Area (mvca.on.ca/camping/falls-reserve-conservation-area), a 230-acre natural outdoor playground. Enjoy the trails and swimming in the falls.


OUTDOORSY WEEKEND

YOUR ITINERARY

* photo courtesy of G2G Rail Trail

519 Tours lets you choose from a variety of personalized full-day or half-day tour options with guide and driver for a group of up to 14 people. 519tours.ca

Blyth Bike Tours provides professionally guided bike and walking tours in the village of Blyth, as well as bike rentals. Scheduled bike and walking tours run from June to August. blythbiketours.com

Explore Beyond the Shore Experience Tours allow you to explore the beautiful countryside of Bluewater and beyond. Adventures include Heritage Tours, Craft Breweries and Wineries and Farm Tours. explorebeyondtheshore.ca

Take off with for a scenic, mile-high view of the Papple AviationCounty. See the winding Maitland River valley, small towns, or the Lake Huron coastline. pappleaviation.ca

Wave Limos & Tours offers a wide selection of tours including beer and wine tours, weddings, anniversaries, concert and game transportation, as well as custom itineraries. wave.limo


TOUR OPERATORS

* photo courtesy of Dianne Brandon

Bayfield & Area Chamber of Commerce

villageofbayfield.com

Blyth BIAblythnow.ca

Central Huron BIAcchbia.ca

Exeter BIAexperienceexeter.ca

Grand Bend & Area Chamber of Commerce

grandbendchamber.ca

Goderich BIAgoderichbia.ca

Zurich District Chamber of Commerce

zurichontario.com

Central Huron Tourist Information

23 Albert St., Clinton. Located in Millennium Park, behind Town Hall

Please check for open hours.

Goderich Tourist Information Centre

91 Hamilton St., GoderichPlease check for open hours.

goderich.ca

Huron East Tourist Information72 Main St. S., Seaforth.

Located in Town Hall.Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 4 pm

South Huron Welcome Centre483 Main St. S., Exeter

Please check for open hours.

Visit one of our tourism partner websites or a local tourist information centre to find out more about what there is to see and do in Huron County.

Looking for businesses located close to you? Want to find out which restaurants near you deliver? Check out version 1.0 of Huron County’s new business location service “BizMap“. ecdev.huroncounty.ca

HURON COUNTY BIZMAP

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