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Things to see in The Blue Mountains (Canada): 13 places and when to go
The Blue Mountains is a town in Canada, and this site lists 13 places in and around it, mainly Snow (4), Food and drink (3), Nature (2). The best known are Blue Mountain, Craigleith Provincial Park and Georgian Peaks Club. The best time to come is February and May to October; also possible: November to January and March to April. In June there are 15 h 20 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 40. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Canada · 44.4916, -80.3046
- Places
- 13 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Snow (4) · Food and drink (3) · Nature (2) · Wildlife (2) · Hiking (2) · Museums and art (2)
- Best time
- February and May to October.
- Also possible
- November to January and March to April.
- Nearest airport
- YYZ Toronto, 106 km as the crow flies
What to see in The Blue Mountains
The places in and around The Blue Mountains, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Blue MountainAlpine ski resort in Ontario, Canada1.5 km
- Craigleith Provincial ParkProvincial park in Ontario5.7 km
- Georgian Peaks ClubSki resort7.2 km
- Craigleith Ski ClubSki resort in Ontario, Canada3.8 km
- Pretty River Valley Provincial ParkProvincial park in Ontario7.4 km
- Bruce TrailHiking trail in southern and central Ontario, Canada13 km
- Collingwood MuseumMuseum7.3 km
- Northwinds Brewhouse & EateryBrewery5.9 km
- Nottawasaga Island LightLighthouse in Canada6.4 km
- Osler Bluff Ski ClubSki resort4.1 km
- Side Launch BreweryBrewery4.5 km
- The Collingwood BreweryBrewery9.7 km
- The Museum at the Craigleith Heritage DepotMuseum4.1 km
When to go to The Blue Mountains
The best time to visit The Blue Mountains is February and May to October; also possible: November to January and March to April. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible9:00
- FebBest time10:13
- MarPossible11:38
- AprPossible13:15
- MayBest time14:36
- JunBest time15:20
- JulBest time15:02
- AugBest time13:52
- SepBest time12:17
- OctBest time10:44
- NovPossible9:21
- DecPossible8:40
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 15 h 20 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 40. In February, 10 of the 13 places are at their best.
When to go to Canada in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to The Blue Mountains
The nearest main airport is Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ, Toronto), 106 km as the crow flies. How to get around Canada (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Elmdale5 places38 km
- Owen Sound6 places44 km
- Barrie17 places50 km
- Orangeville, Ontario6 places66 km
- Orillia10 places71 km
- Schomberg7 places74 km
And all of Canada, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in The Blue Mountains?
The best known: Blue Mountain, Craigleith Provincial Park, Georgian Peaks Club, Craigleith Ski Club, Pretty River Valley Provincial Park. In all, 13 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit The Blue Mountains?
February and May to October; also possible: November to January and March to April. In June there are 15 h 20 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 40.
How do you get to The Blue Mountains?
The nearest main airport is Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ), 106 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with The Blue Mountains as the destination and these 13 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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