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Owen Sound

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Offering a wealth of accommodations, amenities and unique dining opportunities, the City of Owen Sound is the virtual heart of the Grey County waterfront communities. Nestled within the city limits, you’ll find museums, parks, beaches and waterfalls, and kilometers of dedicated off-road trails. With numerous cycling and hiking opportunities, including the Bruce Trail, Owen Sound is a hub of activity and excellent jumping-on point for to excursions to the Bruce Peninsula, nearby Sauble Beach, and beyond.

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Owen Sound

Trail Attributes

Trail Distance: 8km

Primarily follows paved multi-use paths at or near the water’s edge with some paved residential roadway.

Local Maps and ConnectionsStaging AreasAmenities and TransitHelpful Links

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Owen Sound Maps 

Tom Thomson Trail: A 41km to 44km scenic multi-use trail connecting the communities of Meaford and Owen Sound.

Bruce Trail: Canada’s oldest and longest footpath, connecting Queenston to Tobermory.

Staging Areas

  • Harry Lumley Bayshore Community Centre: 1900 3rd Ave E, Owen Sound, ON
  • Kelso Beach Park: Intersection of Eddie Sargent Parkway / County Rd 1 and 19th St W., Owen Sound, ON

Amenities

  • Accommodations, Campground
  • Accommodations, Roofed
  • Beaches
  • Groceries
  • Hospital
  • LCBO (Includes Breweries and Wineries)
  • Marinas
  • Museums
  • Outfitters
  • Restaurants
  • Shopping Areas
  • Tourist Information
  • Washrooms
  • WIFI
  • Winter Maintenance

Transit

Local Transit

Grey Transit

Helpful Links

Owen Sound

Grey County

BruceGreySimcoe Cycling

BruceGreySimcoe Tourism

Grey Sauble Conservation

Ontario By Bike – Cycle Friendly Businesses and Trip Ideas

Tom Thomson Art Gallery

Kilannan Brewing Company

Casero Kitchen Table

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