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Thornbury, Ontario

The Blue Mountains is a resort town in Grey County, Ontario, Canada, located where the Beaver River flows into Nottawasaga Bay. It is named for the Blue Mountain, and hence the economy of the town is centred on tourism, particularly on the Blue Mountain ski resort and private clubs including Georgian Peaks, Osler, Craigleith and Alpine Ski Club.

Type City

Why go

  • Town in Ontario, Canada.
  • Served by Wilkinson Field.

History

The Blue Mountains is a resort town in Grey County, Ontario, Canada, located where the Beaver River flows into Nottawasaga Bay. It is named for the Blue Mountain, and hence the economy of the town is centred on tourism, particularly on the Blue Mountain ski resort and private clubs including Georgian Peaks, Osler, Craigleith and Alpine Ski Club.

Airports

Owen Sound / Billy Bishop Regional Airport (YOS) 31 km to the centre
Owen Sound, ON, CA — Indoor waiting areas, but some gates board by bus or on foot across the apron — plan for the weather on the day.
Indoor | Outdoor
Wilkinson Field 5.9 km to the centre
Clarksburg, ON, CA
Outdoor

Where things are

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Photographs

When to go

Tourist season
May – September

The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.

Shoulder season
April, October

Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.

Worth avoiding
Deep winter

Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.

Getting there & around

Getting there. The nearest airport on record is Wilkinson Field. Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below.

Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Thornbury, Ontario. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.

Trains & rail

National rail

Coaches & shuttles

Intercity coach
Intercity coach