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Where Urban Lifestyle Meets Adventure!

Take a stroll downtown or in the countryside. Visit an orchard or micro-brewery. Get a taste of the local bounty. From the longest freshwater beach in the world to the highest ski vertical in all of Simcoe County, adventure awaits in South Georgian Bay. The perfect destination for cyclists, paddlers, date nights, and weekend trips! Big on the culinary scene, with unique restaurants and cafes to meet any appetite; South Georgian Bay also has some of the best shopping in all of Simcoe County

Some “don’t-miss” highlights include: Small Halls Festival in Clearview Township, entertaining shows by Theatre Collingwood, lavender fields galore, Rounds Ranch family fun farm, and many beverage producers in the region. You will have the best time, we promise!
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Clearview

In Clearview Township, discover breath-taking views, charming small towns, unique dining and shopping, plus four-seasons of outdoor fun. From the heights of the Niagara Escarpment to the vast Minesing Wetland, our rolling landscape is a four-season paradise for hikers, cyclists, skiers and outdoor enthusiasts.

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Collingwood

Ontario’s 4-season recreation capital for winter sports, water sports, cycling, and hiking. With stunning landscapes that encourage an active lifestyle, and inspire the local arts & culture community, Collingwood is a historic harbourfront community that was recently ranked as one of the top 10 most beautiful destinations in Canada.

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Wasaga Beach

Wasaga Beach is home to the World’s Largest Freshwater Beach and one of Ontario’s most unique coastal dune ecosystems. More than 14 kilometers of white sandy coastline welcome millions of visitors from around the world every year. Visitors can expect to enjoy the pristine natural landscape and panoramic views of South Georgian Bay.

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Springwater

The Township of Springwater offers the best of small-town life, with warm, welcoming communities, a quaint downtown with unique local shops, and a zoo to explore. Scenic hiking trails, rich agricultural amenities, four-season recreation and cultural opportunities contribute to a healthy lifestyle for residents and visitors to the area.

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Outdoor Activities

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BEACHES
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TRAILS
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What You Need To Know
For Where You Want To Go

Here are a few options on how you can get here, and how to get around. Safe travels!

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By Train & By Bus

Travel from Toronto by GO Train or Bus to Bradford, Innisfil, or Barrie. Visit gotransit.com for schedules. VIA RAIL also stops in Washago. Visit ViaRail.ca. Simcoe County LINX connects bus routes throughout the county. Visit LINX (simcoe.ca/dpt/linx) for more info. For local bus services, see municipal websites.

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By BIKE

Did you know the county is connected by safe cycling road routes and multi-use rail trails? Check out Cycle Simcoe (cyclesimcoe.ca) for bike rentals, repair stations, routes, and more!

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By BOAT

We don’t have a ferry service, but Simcoe County has plenty of transient slips. So if you have your own boat and want to visit us, we’re accessible from Georgian Bay, Lake Simcoe, and the Trent-Severn Waterway.

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By AIRPLANE

Travel by air into one of our many regional airports: Lake Simcoe Regional Airport, Collingwood Regional Airport, Huronia Airport, Edenvale Aerodrome, Cookstown Aerodrome, Tottenham Airfield, Orillia Rama Regional Airport, and Barrie Springwater Airpark.

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By Car, Cab, or Uber

Drive yourself, rent a car, call a cab, or book a driver any time of the day. Some services include: Uber, Lyft, Designated Driver, Keys Please, and Driverseat to name a few. Please drive sober, and share the road with cyclists and pedestrians!

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