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Camping near Owen Sound

The perfect base for exploring the Bruce Peninsula, hiking the Bruce Trail, and seeing Georgian Bay.

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Edges Sideroad Springs

6 sites ¡ Lodging, Tents65 acres ¡ West Grey, ON
We have owned the property for 19 years. The camping area was once a gravel pit which was rehabilitated in 2020. There is agricultural land that is farmed in the summer as well we host bees at that back of the property . A unique feature on the property is a natural spring that bubbles up and feeds the two streams on the property.
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Farm Queen Foods Organic Farm Stays

3 sites ¡ RVs, Tents50 acres ¡ Chatsworth, ON
Learn more about this land: Come visit a working Organic Farm, stay the night or a few and visit the critters. We have chickens, ducks, turkeys, goats, pigs and donkeys. Tent Camp sites available in the bush, and RV sites in the hay fields or 1 gravel site close to the Farm Store for big RVs. Visit the Farm Store and buy organic, grass fed and pastured meats all locally grown. We look forward to meeting you!
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Olde Eden on Mountain Lake

8 sites ¡ Tents82 acres ¡ Wiarton, ON
Peaceful tent camping on Mountain Lake, perfect for nature lovers and self-sufficient campers. The campsites are located down a hill and are close to the lake. Each site has a fire pit, picnic table and ample room for tents. There is one outhouse on site. There are walking trails to respectfully explore and enjoy local flora and fauna. On clear nights the starry vistas will unfold in the Dark Sky Preserve here on the Bruce Peninsula. The lakefront has a picnic table to enjoy a meal at (no fire pit). You can push off from the shoreline with your kayaks or canoes (bring your own) to explore “The Fens” of Mountain Lake. The lake is NOT suitable for swimming, it has a marl bottom that you will sink into. There is no potable water, please bring your own for drinking and cooking. There are some nice beaches suitable for swimming within a 15-20 minute drive. Sauble Beach is best for a swim and to watch the sunset from. We are located 10 minutes from Wiarton, 20 minutes from Sauble Beach and 1 hour from Tobermory. Enjoy all the Bruce Peninsula has to offer from this convenient base. 2SLGBTQIA supporter 🌈 Please Note: Quiet hours are from 11 p.m. - 6 a.m. Check out time is Noon, unless otherwise pre-arranged with the host. Small group camping only (4 person max per site). No parties. Any children must be supervised by an adult at all times. The farm animals and livestock are not part of this Hipcamp experience. . Please refrain from visiting the host’s farm and house. No pets, as we have farm dogs and livestock. Our dogs are friendly and may wander down to say hello. All flammable materials, including cigarettes, are to be extinguished and ‘packed out’. There is No garbage disposal, please take away the garbage you create.
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Garden of Eating

5 sites ¡ RVs, Tents143 acres ¡ Meaford, ON
Our ecological farm is your chance to enjoy nature. Planted with 100+ edible perennial species in the orchard garden, hayfield, and forest with shiitake mushroom logs. We have 4 sites to choose from: Private Field Tenting @edeninseason - 3 sites available for a variety of campers choose from a large private hayfield, or closer to the house for easiest access and Wifi signal. Bell Tent Nook @ Eden in Season - 4m diameter bell tent that rests on a deck, with a double mattress with linens and blankets, nightstand, and a lantern. There is a hiking trail that extends along the entire property and an on-site pond. Complementary ecological farm tour available. Seasonal fresh produce and berries for sale. Located steps to Tom Thomson Trail, 2km to Irish Mountain Lookout, and within minutes of Meaford, multiple Bruce Trail trailheads, and Georgian Bay beaches.
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Wild Forest Camping & Beach Uproad

3 sites ¡ Tents200 acres ¡ Meaford, ON
Learn more about this land:The land is framed by the historic Bruce Trail to the north, Billy Bishop airport (only a few small prop-private flights daily) to the west, Concession 6 N on the East, and Highway 26 on the south end of the property.  There is a forest on the north end of our land where the bruce trail runs through (C) and the farm sits more to the south end (A). There's a pine-forest that one has to hike into (B- see map in photos). Generally, the area is close to swimming in Lake Huron, the property is large (100 hectares) and the neighborhood is large grain. This means you can have a chunk of the forest all to yourself. For area A you can drive in the main driveway and park by the house/ barn or on the field. Or walk to a camping spot. No 4 wheel drive is necessary. Please stay away from the Barn as it is dangerous to be close by. For area C you can access the fields from Concession 6 N at one of the gates past (North) of the driveway. You will need a 4-wheel drive to not get stuck in the field. Please do not park on the agricultural field. For area B You will park your car behind a gate right off Highway 26 and hike in to find a site to pitch a tent. There are about 3 spots for cars behind the first set of Pines. You might need a 4-wheel drive.  It's completely up to you where you set up camp.We ask that you do not light any open fires as this is a coniferous forest. Feel free to walk in as far you want to find your spot. If you walk too far you will come up to a field and the farmhouse. We ask that you do not camp on the agricultural fields.
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Pine the Sky

7 sites ¡ Lodging, RVs, Tents8 acres ¡ Southgate, ON
This beautiful spot was re-forested with pine a number of years ago, and was sectioned off from the surrounding farmland, which is now maintained by the mennonite community. It is 8 1/2 acres of wetland and forest, with a mown perimeter, and cool places to tuck into the forest for the night. The current owner was a special educator, and now is slowly turning the land into her homestead. There is a beautiful, spa quality outdoor shower next to a tidy and 'fancier than most' outhouse, a strawberry patch as well as wild alpine strawberries all over the property, a big dog and a small indoor cat keep her company. Here is what the land offers: -Bunkie in the Forest: A sweet 8x8 ft. space with new bunk and mattresses as of April 2023 -Strawberry Fields bunkie: an 10x12 space with a loft with a queen memory foam mattress and a main floor with a full futon and a small table -Campsites: Meadow, Forest and River spots. Close to each other, but you'd never know it! All three are chill and serene places. The property backs onto a ten-foot swimming hole in an otherwise shallow part of the Saugeen River. -RV Spot: With electric hook up ideal for RVs 30 feet and under -a connection to the organization, 'Black Folks Camp Too'! Welcoming to all!!!!! So much to see and do in the area!
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Forest Dome

1 site ¡ Lodging6 acres ¡ Owen Sound, ON
Tucked in the middle of a maple forest, it's an experience that can be enjoyed in all seasons. There are trails on the property for hiking and snowshoeing and the Fores Dome is minutes away from the Bruce Trail. There are many local waterfalls to visit as well as beautiful lakes and rivers. Enjoy your evening around the campfire and in the winter be cozy in front of the wood stove.
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Still Fields Farm

2 sites ¡ Tents24 acres ¡ Owen Sound, ON
Still Fields Farm is set on 24 acre of farmland with 5 acres of hops. There is a 10 x 10 wooden platform to pitch your tent with spots to strap down. From the camping spot you can just spot Georgian Bay in the distance. Take a 5min bike ride to the Georgian Trail or a 5min drive to the closest beach. At the end of the day come on down to the barn to enjoy many delicious beers from Still Fields Brewery.
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Tolkien Fantasies At Grey Havens

5 sites ¡ Lodging1 acre ¡ Markdale, ON
Grey Havens is a lakefront property with lots of water recreation possibilities: swimming, kayaking, canoeing, fishing. Free boat launch. Lots of County Forest and Bruce Trailhead hiking opportunities close by. We are on a small lake, the source of the Styx River, that promises quietly inspired surroundings. Writers and readers will also especially appreciate our Little Free Library and small Libraries inside each accommodation. We have quiet, segregated spaces inside or outside for writing or reading. But we are not just about books. We have: Patio/deck (20'x25') with fire circle and lots of locally sourced wood Dock and canoe/kayak launch Motorized swim raft (Swizzle Styx) available Wireless access Motorcycle parking pads for touring riders (and fully equipped shop) All seasons accomodation: Double occupancy room with Private bath and 12'x12' raised deck (in our Timberframe home) June to October: Double occupancy Log Cabin (16'x12') with covered porch and side patio Double occupancy floating Pontoon Bunkie (9'x16') with side dock patio Emergency Overnighters: RV site with electrics and non-potable water hookup Walk-in Tent site with non-potable water available While Grey Havens was the final chapter in Tolkien's trilogy, we continue creating a paradise here.
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Peanut Pond Stargazing

1 site ¡ RV, Tent1 acres ¡ Markdale, ON
Learn more about this land:Enjoy a peaceful place to rest and stargaze on an open sky night!You will have plenty of privacy and space to enjoy as there is only one site located on the property. Please be sure to bring your own supplies! The site is ideal for tenting and can accommodate trailers up to 20 feet. For those bringing a trailer the site is a pull-in site on loose gravel. Campfires are permitted within local regulations and there is an outhouse on site. Pets are welcome! In the day you can head over to Irish lake to enjoy a dip in the water or bring out your non-gas-powered watercraft. You can check out the Kickin' Back Alpaca ranch on 734762 W Back Line, Markdale. There are many provincial parks and beaches all within 45 minutes of the property. Gas and Groceries can be found only 10 minutes from the site.Looking forward to hosting you!
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Beaver Ranch

7 sites ¡ RVs, Tents137 acres ¡ Hanover, ON
Spend a weekend, day or even a night away enjoying 137 acres of serendipity along the shores of the Saugeen River, nestled in the heart of West Grey. A short 10 minute drive to nearby amenities (groceries, box stores, gas and liqour) and a quick 1 hour drive to nearby beaches and waterfalls including McGowan Falls, Sauble Beach and Sauble Falls, Hoggs Falls, Inglis Falls. Take a leisurely float down river by tube, canoe or kayak, step in for a swim or try your hand at casting a rod and reel, by day and camp along the shores by night. Not the water type? Strap on your boots and take a nature filled walk across the property, or nearby at one of the many Saugeen River Conservation Areas. Are you a night hawk? Fill your evenings with campfires and local entertainment, such as the nearby Drive-In Theater in Hanover or local breweries (Neustadt or Hanover). (10 minute drive). Surrounded by farm land and nature’s best features, book now and find yourself lost in the middle of the heart land.
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Beaver Valley Base Camp

6 sites ¡ Lodging, Tents64 acres ¡ Collingwood, ON
This 64 acre property in the beaver valley has a rolling terrain that leads you through several different forests, with tones of spectacular views along the way The creek side trail, immediately takes you to another world. The fast flowing water trickling down through hundreds of mini waterfalls creates the perfect natural spa sound/environment. At night the darkness in the valley allows for a beautiful night skies. Spring and summer bring fire flies and all year round you get unbelievable big sky starry nights
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Camping near Owen Sound guide

Overview

Owen Sound is a city at the crossroads of waterfront fun, hiking galore, and scenic landscapes. Visitors can head up the gorgeous Bruce Peninsula to scuba dive at one of Canada’s five National Marine Conservation Areas. The Bruce Trail offers days and days of hikes along the Niagara Escarpment. The city sits on the Georgian Bay waterfront, but is also just a short drive from the shores of Lake Huron. Whichever way you look, there’s something to explore near Owen Sound.

Where to go

Owen Sound to Wiarton

Along the 35-kilometre stretch between Owen Sound and the town of Wiarton, family-oriented campgrounds are plentiful. Mountain Lake Camp, Bass Lake Park, and Bluewater Park all offer natural lakes for swimming.

Sauble Beach

The cottage community of Sauble Beach sits on the western side of the peninsula, on Lake Huron. Several campgrounds and camping resorts surround the town and many offer swimming pools, playgrounds, and other family-friendly amenities. Sauble Beach is a popular spot in summer, so don’t expect solitude! Visiting off-season (after Labour Day) will provide a more relaxing experience.

To Access the Bruce Trail

The Bruce Trail follows the Niagara Escarpment from Niagara Falls to Tobermory, at the top of the Bruce Peninsula, but camping is not allowed on the trail itself. Harrison Park Campground provides access to the Bruce Trail via a side trail, while Bass Lake Park offers camping further north, just a short drive to a trail access point.

When to go

Hikers will enjoy the Bruce Trail access all year, but the most comfortable times to hike the trail are spring and fall. Summer can be hot and buggy (and busy), but if swimming and hanging out on the beach are your priorities, June to August is the best time for you. Snowshoers and cross-country skiers make the most of winter in the area, but most campgrounds will be closed from October to mid-May.

Know before you go

  • Right in Owen Sound, Kelso Beach Park offers a sandy beach and a popular splash pad for kids. It’s a great stop after a long drive.
  • Fans of the Group of Seven painter Tom Thomson should visit the Tom Thomson Art Gallery in Owen Sound, open Wednesday to Saturday from noon to 4pm.
  • The 900-kilometre Bruce Trail passes through hundreds of private properties. Be sure to respect landowners when you use the trail—carry out your litter and stay on the marked routes with white or blue blazes.

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