Bruce Peninsula Boating - Kayaking & Canoeing Bruce Peninsula

Whether you are experienced, or looking to learn a - Kayaking and canoeing is a great way to spend time on the Bruce Peninsula. Spend a couple of hours or a couple of days discovering the hidden places of the Bruce Peninsula by kayak or canoe. There are several outfitters available to provide you with top quality canoe or kayak rentals - and there is dozens of areas to take your boat to explore the wonders of the Bruce Peninsula.

Sea Kayaking in the Bruce Peninsula
National Park The park is great for sea kayakers. The waters of Georgian Bay surrounding the park have endless possibilities. The waters off the park have endless possibilities for paddlers. For beginners there are a some beaches and areas with gentle inclines in protected harbours. Other areas are more rough & rugged and should only be approached by experienced paddlers. Some of the local outfitters can provide guided paddles of these areas.

There are also some sunken ships that can be seen while paddling the areas around the Bruce Peninsula. The limestone cliffs of the Niagara Escarpment provide a wonder backdrop for your experience.

Sea Kayaking the Fishing Islands On Lake Huron... close to Sauble Beach you will find the Fishing Islands. Just off the shores of Oliphant - this lovely area provides a haven for both fish and native wildlife. Birds nest here in spring and summer - it is not unheard of to view a bald eagle soar overhead! Rent a kayak from a local outfitter and spend the day paddling around this fantastic area.

Sea Kayaking or Canoeing Sauble River - The Sauble River route is over 37 Kms long! It passes through some of the most spectacular agricultural land in Ontario The scenic Sauble twists and turns around Drumlin fields hills from Tara to Sauble Falls (What's a Drumlin? A long, low, narrow hill left behind by ice-age glaciers).

Canoeing the Rankin River - This canoe route travels from Sky Lake to Sauble Falls, a distance of 18 km with a travel time of 5-7 hours.

 

There are a few Outfitters located in and around the Bruce Peninsula who can set you up with a canoe or kayak rental - and directions on where to put your boat in the water. These outfitters also provide guided boating trips which includes boats, instruction, lunch and all safety equipment!

Suntrail Outfitters are located in Hepworth - which is on the direct route to the Bruce Peninsula & Sauble Beach. They have been offering Sea Kayaking experiences in the Georgian Bay & Lake Huron waters surrounding the Bruce Peninsula for over 12 years. Our experienced Instructor / Guides provide safe and enjoyable paddling, expert instruction and great picnic lunches. Join us for a delightful Sea Kayaking experience on crystal clear waters along our spectacular shorelines.

Summer House Park are located in Miller Lake. They have rentals of Kayaks, canoes & paddle boats. Summer House is located on a beautiful inland lake called Miller Lake. Spend the day at the park - or spend the night at one of their campsites, cottage rentals or guest house accommodations.

By The Bay Resort are located in Pike Bay on the shores of Lake Huron. They rent out small crafts with a motor to use for fishing in the lake or paddle boats.

 

 

BLUE HERON CRUISES
Tobermory
519-596-2999

By The Bay Resort
817 Pike Bay Rd.
Mar, ON
N0H 1X0
Phone: 519-793-3317

TOBERMORY MARINA
Marine Service Facility -Deep water docking, Transient slips, Double boat launch, Shore Power, Gas, DieseL, Pump out, Outdoor winter storage, ice, Pop Washrooms & Showers
Radio monitor channel 68  
519-596-2731

LION'S HEAD MARINA
Deep water docking - Transient slips - Double boat launch
Shore Power (up to 60amps) Gas / Diesel - Charts - Ginn Pole
Pump out - Outdoor winter storage - Ice - Pop
Washrooms & Showers - 60’ Maximum boat length
Radio monitor channel 68
Modern fish cleaning station
Sandy beach
Village of Lion’s Head: Groceries, restaurants, hardware, post office,
liquor store, bank, gifts, etc.
519- 793-4060

Little Tub Boat Launch
Little Tub harbour
Tobermory, ON
N0H 2R0
Phone: 519-596-2452

Little Red Bay Marina
155 Resort Rd
Red Bay, ON
N0H 2R0
Phone: 519-534-3306

Oliphant Boat Launch
on the Shore Rd.
Oliphant, ON
N0H 2T0
Phone: 519-422-1262

Sauble River Boat Launch
King Edward St.
Sauble Beach, ON
N0H 2R0
Phone: 519-422-1262

Stokes Bay Boat Launch
on the water
Stokes Bay, ON
N0H 2M0
Phone: 519-793-3178

Stokes Bay Camp and Marina
9 Tamarac Rd
Stokes Bay, ON
N0H 2M0
Phone: 519-592-5846

MURDOCH McKENZIE LIMITED 
Oliphant,
519-534-1017

PENINSULA MARINE
Old Woman's River
519-793-3122

WIARTON MARINA LTD.
Wiarton  
519-534-1301, Fax 519-534-0465

Flowerpot Island - Take one of the tour boats out to Flower Pot Island, where you can take a hike around the island, experience 1000 year old trees, see some interesting caves and see inland flowerpots. The tour takes you over some shipwrecks that lie at the bottom of Georgian Bay. The boats leave regularly from the docks in Tobermory. There are also tours of the Fathom Five National Marine Park, or take a fast inflatable ride around Cove Island and it's Imperial Lighthouse.

The ChiCheemaun provides travelers with passage across to Manitoulin Island. Manitoulin Island is located 90 kilometers beyond Tobermory. Manitoulin Island is the world¹largest freshwater island with 100 inland lakes, the home of the Ojibwa and the centre for First Nations culture, history and annual celebrations.

View the ChiCheemaun schedule here

The Fishing Islands off the shores of Oliphant - on Lake Huron has some tours that take you around the islands. It is a popular summer playground characterized by sand beaches and warm, clear waters.

Charter Fishing - There are also boats for charter on the Bruce Peninsula for fishing in Georgian Bay & Lake Huron. For more information please click here

 

 

Advanced Composites is a boat building and repair company located in the Bruce Peninsula Ontario. This business can fix your boat - or build you a custom built catamaran multi hull boat.