The Blue Mountains

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Mountains, beaches and plenty of outdoor activities await visitors to this southern Canadian town on the shores of Georgian Bay.

On the banks of Canada’s Georgian Bay is the town of Blue Mountains, a popular destination for lovers of outdoor pursuits and breathtaking scenery. It is where you can take part in winter sports at superb mountain resorts, relax on golden sand beaches, play watersports and explore picturesque coastal trails. The town is comprised of several small communities surrounded by green fields and rugged mountain terrain. 

One of the town’s most popular destinations is the Blue Mountain Ski Resort. Find ski runs suitable for all levels of skiers and go ice skating, snowshoeing and tobogganing. In the summer months, enjoy zip-line tours, cable car rides, golfing and mountain biking. Shop, dine and sample après-ski entertainment at the Blue Mountain Village. Discover more snow and mountain-based activities at the Alpine Ski Club and Craigleith Ski Club.

Blue Mountains incorporates a glorious stretch of coastline on the southern shores of Georgian Bay. Christie Beach, Northwinds Beach and the private Blue Mountain Beach are good places to visit for kayaking, sailing, swimming and many other watersports. After a few hours of beach activity, stroll along the streets of Thornbury, a waterfront community home to antique stores, art galleries and fashion boutiques. 

Explore the area with a vigorous hike or bike ride. Trek over hills and through deep valleys on the Bruce Trail and stop at viewpoints to admire the vistas of Georgian Bay. Go on the 21-mile (34-kilometre) Georgian Trail that passes beaches, rivers, nature reserves and several picnic areas.

Take pleasure in more leisurely pursuits. Fish for trout at the Peasemarsh Nature Preserve and search for millennia-old fossils in Craigleath Provincial Park. Learn about the cultural and natural history of Blue Mountains at the Craigleith Heritage Depot. Play at one of the many golf courses dotted along the coastline.

Blue Mountains is approximately a 2-hour drive north of Toronto. Get around the town via rented car or bike, or by bus and taxi. Stay overnight at hotels, guesthouses, mountain lodges and camping grounds. 

With beaches, countryside, mountains and ski resorts, there is always something to do and see at Blue Mountains, no matter what time of year you visit.

Where to stay in The Blue Mountains

Blue Mountain Ski Resort showing night scenes, a small town or village and a luxury hotel or resort

Craigleith

While visiting Craigleith, you might make a stop by sights like Craigleith Provincial Park and Blue Mountain Ski Resort.

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Swiss Meadows

Though Swiss Meadows may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Blue Mountain Ski Resort and Ridge Runner Mountain Coaster.

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Castle Glen Estates

When in Castle Glen Estates, you can plan a visit to Blue Mountain Ski Resort and Collingwood Scenic Caves, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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Nipissing Ridge

While Nipissing Ridge isn't home to many top sights, Craigleith Provincial Park and Blue Mountain Ski Resort are some notable places to visit nearby.

Nipissing Ridge
Blue Mountain Resort Village Suites
Blue Mountain Resort Village Suites
4 out of 5
156 Jozo Weider Blvd, The Blue Mountains, ON
Fully refundable
The price is S$176 per night from 28 Nov to 29 Nov
S$176
includes taxes & fees
28 Nov - 29 Nov
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in The Blue Mountains. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,260 reviews)
"Phenomenal hotel and stay we will definitely return to this property"

Reviewed on 1 Nov,2024

Blue Mountain Resort Village Suites
Westin Trillium House, Blue Mountain
Westin Trillium House, Blue Mountain
4 out of 5
220 Gord Canning Drive, The Blue Mountains, ON
The price is S$250 per night from 2 Dec to 3 Dec
S$250
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in The Blue Mountains. Enjoy a golf course, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
"We had a very nice stay. Our room was okay but it looked like it had previously been part of another room which had been renovated into two units. We were at the very end of the hall on the 4th floor. There was some strange carpeted moveable steps to get to our balcony. Our balcony deck was wood ..."

Reviewed on 29 Oct,2024

Westin Trillium House, Blue Mountain
Blue Mountain Resort Inn
Blue Mountain Resort Inn
2.5 out of 5
110 Jozo Weider Blvd, The Blue Mountains, ON
The price is S$198 per night from 10 Nov to 11 Nov
S$198
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Book a stay at this golf hotel in The Blue Mountains. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a golf course. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,308 reviews)
"The staff was amazing"

Reviewed on 29 Oct,2024

Blue Mountain Resort Inn
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Royal Harbour Resort
Royal Harbour Resort
3.5 out of 5
1 Harbour Street, Thornbury, The Blue Mountains, ON
Stay at this 3.5-star beach apartment in The Blue Mountains. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (669 reviews)
"People are Very friendly and the suite is very comfortable."

Reviewed on 31 Oct,2024

Royal Harbour Resort
Rivergrass Condos
Rivergrass Condos
3.5 out of 5
115 Fairway Ct, The Blue Mountains, ON
Stay at this 3.5-star ski condo in The Blue Mountains. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Blue Mountain Ski Resort and Scandinave ...
9/10 Wonderful! (166 reviews)
"good"

Reviewed on 26 Oct,2024

Rivergrass Condos
Chateau Ridge Chalets
Chateau Ridge Chalets
3.5 out of 5
796404 Grey County Road 19, The Blue Mountains, ON
Stay at this 3.5-star ski apartment in The Blue Mountains. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a free ski shuttle. Popular attractions Blue Mountain Ski Resort ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (103 reviews)
"Unit 213 is lovely, well appointed, well stocked with necessary cookware, tableware. Nicely updated except both bathrooms could use a facelift. Good location relative to blue mountain village. Very happy with our stay overall."

Reviewed on 14 Oct,2024

Chateau Ridge Chalets
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Blue mountain tain is a pretty place and lots to do there. Would recommend to go for two nights

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A great holiday what ever time of year you decided to stay