BRUCE PENINSULA NATIONAL PARK

In the heart of a World Biosphere Reserve, the 'Bruce' is a place of global significance. The massive, rugged cliffs of the park are inhabited by thousand year old cedar trees, overhanging the crystal clear waters of Georgian Bay. The park is comprised of an incredible array of habitats from rare alvars to dense forests and clean lakes. Together these form a greater ecosystem - the largest remaining chunk of natural habitat in southern Ontario.

NEW VISITORS CENTER OPENING THIS SPRING! The new Bruce Peninsula National Parks

Visit the park here

Location - 1.5 hours from Sauble Beach
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FATHOM FIVE NATIONAL MARINE PARK

Fathom Five National Marine Park IS Canada's first national marine park. Fathom Five National Marine Park - home to 22 ship wrecks and several lighthouses. Located in the waters surrounding Tobermory, this park includes the famous Flowerpot Island with it's interesting "flowerpot formations" and Cove Island with it's Imperial Lighthouse.

Located 1.5 hours from Sauble Beach
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ONTARIO PROVINCIAL NATURE RESERVES

There are 9 Nature Reserves located in the Bruce Peninsula.

Sauble Falls Nature Reserve is located in Sable Beach. Every spring and fall, rainbow trout and chinook salmon struggle over each ledge of this cascading waterfall to spawn upstream. Flanked by immature forest, the falls used to power a timber mill and generating station. Now they are the terminus of the Rankin River canoe route, ideal for novice canoeists.

Ontario Provincial Nature Reserves
Closest 2 min's

BRUCE'S CAVES

Bruce's Caves Conservation Area derives its greatest significance from the unique cave formations found along the escarpment face.
30 Minutes from Sauble Beach

SPIRIT ROCK CONSERVATION AREA

The name Spirit Rock is derived from a legend involving an Indian maiden who threw herself over a cliff after being disowned by her tribe. She was guilty of falling in love with a chief from an enemy tribe and her family turned against her. Today, when the lighting and angles are just right, the face of the maiden can be seen in the cliffs from below. Visit Spirit Rock Here

20 Minutes from Sauble Beach

TOBERMORY

Tobermory, Ontario is part of the Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula at the tip of the Bruce Peninsula . Tobermory is well known for it's 2 national parks - Bruce Peninsula National Park and Fathom Five National Marine Park . as well as it's twin harbours of "Big Tub" and "Little Tub". Visit Tobermory online here

Located 1.5 hours from Sauble Beach
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LION'S HEAD

Lion's Head, Bruce Peninsula is a peaceful port village, located on the shores of Isthmus bay. Surrounded by beautiful limestone cliffs which, when viewed from Georgian Bay , resemble the head of a lion, giving Lion's Head it's name. Lion's Head is also located at the 45th parallel - exactly halfway between the equator and the north pole.

Located 45 minutes from Sauble Beach
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WIARTON

Wiarton is a lovely village located on the shores of Georgian Bay. Bluewater Park in Wiarton is beautiful winter and summer with the perfect Victorian train station, the white stone sculpture of Wiarton's famous Spring forecaster, Wiarton Willie , a busy ball diamond and children's playground, plus a boat launch and long dock for fishing, strolling or watching the sunrise over the escarpment and clean water.

Located 20 minutes from Sauble Beach
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HIKING & WALKING TRAILS

Sauble has many different locals hidden throughout the area geared to casual strolls, intermediate and rugged hikes.

Banister Park Fitness Trail
Found by the community center, challenge yourself or others.

Wild Iris Boardwalk (Bannister Park)
See nature at work along the edge of Carson's Lake

Walkers Woods
Offers casual walking trails, used by bikers as well, featuring interesting facts about the some of the old forests and marshlands within Sauble.

And in the area..
The Bruce Trail
Sauble is only a short ride (20 min's) from access points along the Bruce Peninsula, and offer hikes for all ages, and all levels. Great for a day of discovering the Escarpment, or experience the Bruce by reserving a campsite for a multi-day hike.
www.naturalretreat.com/brucetrail
greysaubleconservation
www.brucegreytrails.com

BIKING - BRUCE PENINSULA MOUNTAIN BIKING ADVENTURE PARK

The Bruce Peninsula Mountain Biking Park has 20 kilometers of trail ranging from single to double-track. According to local riders the park offers some of the toughest single-track available in the area. If you're not into cross-country riding than perhaps you would prefer to test your skills on one of thirty technical trail features available at the park. Visit Park Here

THE CHICHEEMAUN FERRY

Take a ride or a dinner cruise to Manitoulin Island on the
Chi-cheemaun Ferry . The ferry leaves Tobermory several times per day in the summer season, and offers a delightful dinner cruise across to Manitoulin and returns the same evening. Visit the "Big Canoe" - The Chi-Cheemaun here

1.5 hours from Sauble Beach

RURAL GARDENS

Bruce and Grey county has many wonderful rural gardens .  The region is very diverse in it's climate, and each garden has it's own specific plants for it's specific region. On a rainy day visit one of our gardens - our natural beauty awaits you!

Visit the Rural Gardens of the Bruce Peninsula

BIRD WATCHING ON THE BRUCE PENINSULA AND AREA

The Bruce Peninsula is located on a major northern migration route, so many species of birds can be found here. Also, birds such as the Bald Eagle have their wintering grounds here. The Annual Huron Fringefest Birding Festival in May celebrates the spring migration. This festival takes place in Port Elgin at MacGregor Point Provincial Park.

Visit the Bruce Peninsula Bird Observatory
Visit Bruce Peninsula Bird Watching Website

LINKS TO THE BRUCE PENINSULA

Looking for more information on the Bruce Peninsula?
Bruce County Tourism
Your Guide to the Bruce Peninsula
Bruce Peninsula Environment Group
Getaway to the Bruce Peninsula
Bruce Peninsula Tourism