On the Water
Adventures shaped by nature & waterfronts
Fun in the sun and relaxing on a beach blanket is just part of the experience on, and near, the waterfronts of Ontario's Southwest. From forest bathing and cycling along waterfront trails to picture perfect paddling and some of the best angling around, you're in for an outstanding outdoors outing whether you like to splash or stay dry!
Hit the Beach:
Trip Inspiration
Why Go South? Explore Southwest!
- 3 minute read
Shape your Wellness with Nature & Relaxation
- 5 minute read
An Unforgettable Winter Wander Through Norfolk County
- 5 minute read
Road Trip Ready Itineraries
- 1 minute read
Your Guide to Amazing Places in the Long Point Biosphere
- 2 minute read
Best Fall Day Hikes in Ontario's Southwest
- 7 minute read
Two-Day Meander Through Middlesex County
- 5 minute read
Top Instagrammable Spots
- 1 minute read
Fishing Ontario's Southwest With Ashley Rae
- 1 minute read
Accessible in Windsor-Essex
- 2 minute read
Small Town Getaways ... Middlesex
- 3 minute read
Small Town Getaways - St. Thomas
- 3 minute read
Get Experiential
Big Creek Kayak
- 1730 Front Rd
From Tree to Table Experience
- Bell Mill Sideroad
Backyard Syrup Making
- 131 River Road
Harvest Brunch at the Farm Kitchen by Thames River Melons
- 775530 Blandford Road
Picnics in the Patch by Berrylicious Fruit Farm
- 425533 Substation Rd.
Nith River Forest Hiking Experience with Grand Experiences
- Various locations
Nith Whitewater Experiential Learning Adventure with Grand Experiences
- Various locations
Big Creek Eco-Adventure with Grand Experiences
- Various locations
Long Point World Biosphere Winter Hiking with Grand Experiences
- Various locations
Beyond the Vase - Tulip Experience by Hat Trick Farms
- 18968 Fargo Road
Wildcraft Tea at Homegrown Hideaway
- 524 St John's Rd E
Zip-line Experience with Long Point Eco-Adventures
- 1730 Front Rd
Cut-Your-Own Flower Farm Experience at Makkink's
- 164604 Kellett Rd RR3
Hike 42 by North 42 Degrees Estate Winery
- 130 County Road 50 East
From Tree to Table
- Bell Mill Sideroad
River Adventures Grand Bend
- 63 River Road
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Ontario's Southwest
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