Official Tourism Website of Bruce County, Ontario, Canada
Visit Bruce County for a paddling experience. With so many routes available of varying lengths, you’re sure to find one that fits with your experience level. See below for a number of paddling routes, perfect for any explorer.
Saugeen Bluffs Conservation Area Access Point #11
County Road 17 Access Point #13
Take the Countryside Ride for a beautiful paddle through rural Bruce County. This short ride is perfect for beginners, as it features calm waters with a few small sections of rapids. Read More
Paisley Access Point #9A or B
This short ride is perfect for a nighttime paddle. On this trip, notice the high banks that give the Saugeen Bluffs its name. End at the Saugeen Bluffs Conservation Area and Campground and book a site to stay overnight along the river, and sleep among the stars. This trip is perfect for a beginner paddler to experience a short but scenic ride. Read More
Country Road 3
This short paddle is perfect for an evening ride through the Bruce County countryside. This ride takes you just outside Port Elgin, and then takes you back in the countryside to just outside of Southampton. This calm trip is perfect for paddlers of all experience levels. Read More
Concession 8 Access Point #7
This full day paddle is unique because it features a pit stop along the way. Hop out of your canoe at McBeath Conservation Area for a picnic lunch and to stretch your legs. This tranquil ride ends as you float into Paisley. After you dock your canoe, make sure to explore this scenic little town on the river. This section of river offers a calm ride through the Bruce County countryside. Read More
Lobbies Park Access Point #5
For an exciting ride, start in Walkerton and end at Concession 8, just outside of town. This section of river is filled with rapids; however, they are typically easy to navigate. On this ride, you are treated to picturesque views of high clay banks that are home to many different types of birds. Take this paddling tour for a thrilling ride on the Saugeen River. Read More
Country Road 3 Access Point #14
Southampton Access Point #16
This paddle is the last leg of the Saugeen River. On this challenging ride, you will need to portage around Denny’s Dam, and then continue on paddling to the Southampton harbor. Keep on paddling past the boat dock if you would like to take a ride in Lake Huron. This paddle is for the more experience river adventurer. Read More
15th Side road Access Point #1
Sauble River Marina and Lodge Resort Access Point #4
Cruise the Sauble River on your canoe or kayak through the red pine plantations and ancient sand dunes. Stop and portage at the cascade waterfall at Sauble Falls, and continue on to the sandy shores of Lake Huron. This quiet ride is great for explorers looking to discover the more secluded sections of river in Bruce County. Read More
