Launch Your Paddling Trip

Get out on the water and explore!

First-timers and experienced kayakers and stand up paddlers (SUPers) alike will find a Georgian Bay or river adventure that perfectly matches their level of thrill and skill.

Put in at one of these launch points to start your easy paddle:

The beach beside the Meaford Museum
Memorial Park in Meaford
Northwinds Beach in Craigleith
Little River Park at the Thornbury Harbour N
Delphi Point Park in Craigleith
Living Water Resort Marina in Collingwood

Harbourview Park Collingwood (Parking and dock access is located at North Maple Street)
Wasaga Beach, Beach Areas 1 -6
Schoonertown Bridge in Wasaga Beach
Sports Park in Wasaga Beach
Main Street Bridge in Wasaga Beach
Nancy Island in Wasaga Beach

Wasaga Beach Shore Line Route

Paddle the shore line of Wasaga Beach. Choose between paddling from Beach Area 1-2 (the main end), Beach Area 2-3 (History in the making), Beach Area 3-4 (Views galore), Beach Area 4-5 (Naturally Wasaga) or Beach Area 5-6 (Waving blue).

Nottawasaga Canoe Route

Launch your canoe or kayak at Edenvale and navigate 23.5 km of river through to Wasaga Beach. Highlights include Jack’s Lake and the Wasaga Beach parabolic sand dunes. Free Spirit Tours offer guided tours.

Beaver River
Canoe Route

The Beaver River Canoe Route begins north of Kimberley, and winds its way through open areas and wooded stretches, with several views of the Niagara Escarpment, ending in Heathcote. Excellent fishing and wildlife viewing opportunities.