Ride Grey Bruce (2 - 3 Days)

Day 2

Follow the scenic route along Grey Road 1 from Owen Sound to Wiarton this morning. In Big Bay, be sure to stop at the Big Bay General Store for delicious homemade ice cream. Once in Wiarton, you’ll find a statue of Wiarton Willie at the Bluewater Park – take the time for a photo op. The real live version lives across the street in his display burrow in front of the library. If you’re lucky, you may catch a glimpse of him before you hit the road again. Continue north of Wiarton, turning right onto Bruce County Road 9 at the top of the hill outside town. This route will take you on the roads less travelled all the way to Lion’s Head, where you’ll head for the Marina and another photo opportunity with the Lion’s Head Lighthouse. If you feel like a short ride today, stop for the night at Taylor Made B&B in Lion’s Head. If you’re back on the road, take Highway 6 North to Tobermory. As you enter the town, turn right onto Codrington Street. At the end of the road, you’ll find the Parks Canada Visitor Centre, a great place to learn about the local area. The lookout tower on site provides an eagle eye view of the Bay. Next, head to the harbour in Tobermory for a glass bottom boat cruise of Fathom Five National Marine Park with the Blue Heron Company. View the ship wrecks and the islands, or go to Flower Pot Island to view the massive sea stack first hand. Upon your return, check in at your accommodation and relax as you head out for diner in this picturesque port village. It’s a great place sit on a bench and enjoy the ambiance while you savour some ice cream or some handmade fudge from The Sweet Shop.

Distance:

Owen Sound to Tobermory via back roads (135 km (85 m), 2 hours)