Man’s best friend, your four-legged companion, the apple of your eye. You love your dog (sometimes more than your family) and you dread the idea of leaving them behind when you take a vacation. More and more destinations are realizing this and adjusting their offerings so dog lovers can bring their best friends along for the trip. BruceGreySimcoe has an impressive number of parks, accommodations and eateries who will welcome your pooch with open paws. We’ve compiled a list of dog-friendly destinations across the region. Did we miss one of your favourites? Shoot us an email at info@brucegreysimcoe.com and we’ll add it in.
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Bring Fido website and mobile app
If you're planning on travelling with your dog, then downloading the
Bring Fido app is a great first step. Bring Fido allows you to search by location for accommodations, restaurants and activities that are dog friendly. You can also make reservations directly through the app. With so many new furry family members finding new homes in recent years, the need for pet-friendly options continues to grow and Bring Fido makes it easy to see what's in your destination.
Bruce County
Dog-friendly Accommodations in Bruce County
If you're looking for dog-friendly accommodations in Bruce County there are a few to choose from.
The Peninsula Motel in Wiarton,
Cedar Vista Hotel in Tobermory,
Big Tub Bed and Breakfast in Tobermory,
Mermaid's Boutique Guest House in Tobermory,
Summer House Park in Miller Lake,
Sutton Park Inn in Kincardine and
Save Inn in Kincardine.
Dog-friendly Dining in Bruce County
- The Erie Belle, Kincardine
- Wismer House, Port Elgin
- Three Sheets Craft Brewing, Port Elgin
- Smashed Burgers and Bar, Sauble Beach
- Sola's Grill, Sauble Beach
- Tobermory Brewing Company, Tobermory
- Leeside Restaurant, Tobermory
- Shipwreck Lee's Pirate Bistro, Tobermory
- Tobermory Coffee Co, Tobermory
- The Fish & Chip Place, Tobermory
Bruce County Dog-friendly Attractions
Bruce Peninsula National Park allows dogs in picnic areas, at campsites and on trails . The
Chi-Cheemaun Ferry allows dogs on board. Dogs may remain in your vehicle during transit or can be outside within designated areas on the decks.
Bruce County Dog Parks and Dog Beaches
The municipality of Saugeen Shores allows dogs on two local beaches:
The North of Saugeen River Beach Access and the
North Shore Park Beach Access. Dogs are also allowed on the waterfront between October 1 and April 30 provided they are on a leash. The
Saugeen Shores Off-Leash Dog Park in Port Elgin is located at 961 Lehren Street. This off-leash dog park is fully-fenced and open from dusk til dawn.
Kincardine is home to a fenced area with an off-leash dog park. Find out more at KinDOG park.
South Bruce Peninsula has three dog parks in Wiarton, Sauble Beach and Oliphant.
Get details on locations and rules. Huron-Kinloss has a
dog park in Point Clark.
The Tobermory Community Park is next door to The Meeting Place (20 Centennial Drive, Tobermory) and has picnic tables, community gardens, off-leash fenced dog park with agility course, outdoor fitness equipment, walking paths, and a skatepark.
Our friends at Explore the Bruce have named five area beaches as dog-friendly destinations: Lion’s Head Beach, MacGregor Point Provincial Park, Inverhuron Provincial Park, Kincardine Station Beach and Point Clark Beach (on leash). While dogs are not allowed on Sauble Beach during the summer months, they are allowed after Labour Day until June 1 each year.
Grey County
The folks at Grey County Tourism put together a great blog
The Dog Days of Summer in Grey that offers suggestions about must-visit dog-friendly spots in the county and tips on keeping your dog happy and healthy during the summer months. Be sure to stop by the
Owen Sound Leash-Free Dog Park by the harbour and grab a pint after at nearby
Mudtown Station where your pup is welcome on the patio.
Copper Blues Bar and Grill at Blue Mountain Village has a paws-itively amazing dog offering. Check out their
Pup 'n Patio menu available on their pet-friendly patio. Order yourself a great dinner and order a beef bowl with peas and brown rice for your pup.
The Municipality of Meaford
The home of famed literary canine Beautiful Joe, Meaford has made a name for itself as a dog-friendly destination, becoming one of the first certified pet-friendly communities in Canada. In homage to the best-selling author Margaret Marshall Saunders, the
Beautiful Joe Society built and maintains
Beautiful Joe Park, an 8.5-acre park with trails for dog walking and the Bighead River running through it. Nearby
Memorial Park has an off-leash dog beach, and allows off-leash dogs on the trails in the park from November until April. Also in town, there’s the
Beautiful Joe Leash-Free Dog Park, a fenced-in spot for pups to play together under the watchful eye of their owners. On Saturday, September 23,
Beautiful Joe's Annual Pooch Pool Party takes place at the Blue Dolphin pool. This free event lets dogs take over the public pool for the day before it closes for the season.
The Leeky Canoe Pub and Eatery has recently unveiled a
dog-friendly Pawtio menu that includes a beef lovers dinner and pupsicles.
Want to find a dog-friendly business in Meaford? The town has created this handy list
of Pet Friendly Businesses.
Penny's Motel
Thornbury, Ontario
BYOP! Bring Your Own Pup. All of the uniquely styled rooms at @pennysmotel are 100% canine friendly! Just like you, the folks at Penny’s love their furry friends! Who let the dogs out? Oh wait, NOBODY! That’s because Penny’s Motel has strict houses rules in place to ensure that all guests have an enjoyable stay. Read the full pet policy here and then treat yourself and your four legged BFF to a stay at Penny’s Motel.
The Blue Mountain Inn
Collingwood, Ontario
The Blue Mountain Inn welcomes your four-legged friends for a $50 one-time fee per pet per say. The fee includes a comfy dog bed (in small, medium or large sizes), dog food and water dishes, dog treats and waste disposal bags all provided at check-in.
Find out more and
click for a complete list of guidelines for those travelling with dogs.
The Westin Trillium House
Collingwood, Ontario
Stay in style at the Westin Trillium House with your furry friend. Two dogs under 40lbs are welcome for no additional fee with
dog beds and bowls provided at the front desk.
Bowering Lodge
Located in the Beaver Valley, Bowering Lodge is a great basecamp for outdoor activities with your furry friend. Their Whispering Pines Suite is pet friendly and you can
get all the details.
Coffin Ridge Boutique Winery
Coffin Ridge Boutique Winery welcomes four-legged friends among the vineyards and outdoor seating areas. Due to health regulations, dogs are not permitted on the patios or inside the Tasting Bar. Service animals always excepted.
Pet-friendly Places in South Georgian Bay
Notable dog hot spots include
Side Launch Brewery,
The Collingwood Brewery,
Black Bellows Brewing Company and
Collingwood Charters.
Dog parks in the area include
Wasaga Beach,
Pawplar Park (Dog-Town),
Clearview Eco Park and Dog Park,
Beautiful Joe's Leash Free Park,
Moreau Park in Thornbury and
Heritage Park near Blue Mountain Resort.
Simcoe County
The folks at Simcoe County Tourism have been compiling information about dog-friendly offerings in their region. Thanks to them here's a comprehensive look at dog-friendly fun just waiting to be had during your visit to Simcoe County.
Simcoe County Dog-Friendly Restaurants and Patios
- Couchiching Craft Brewery
- Quayle's Brewery
- Black Bellows Brewing Company
- Beertown Public House, Barrie
- Flying Monkeys Craft Brewery, Barrie
- The Farmhouse Restaurant, Barrie
- Common Good Café and Social House, Barrie
- The Queens Hotel, Barrie
- Malones Pint House, Barrie
- The Lazy Tulip Café, Barrie
- Barnstormers Brewing and Distilling Co, Barrie
- J'adore Fine Cheese and Chocolate, Barrie
- Couchiching Craft Brewing Co, Orillia
- State and Main Kitchen and Bar, Orillia
- Weber's Burgers, Orillia
- Carthew Bay Pub and Scoops, Orillia
- Quayle's Brewery, Coldwater
- Hay Caramba Restaurant, Bradford
- Side Launch Brewery, Collingwood
- Collingwood Brewery, Collingwood
Simcoe County Dog-Friendly Accommodations
- Horseshoe Resort, Barrie
- Comfort Inn, Barrie
- Allure Hotel and Conference Centre, Barrie
- Super 8 by Wyndham, Barrie
- Friday Habour, Innisfil
- Comfort Inn, Orillia
- Best Western Plus, Orillia
- The Champlain Waterfront Hotel, Orillia
- Living Stone Golf Resort, Collingwood
- Hackney House B and B, Penetanguishene
Simcoe County Dog-Friendly Attractions and Events
Simcoe County Dog-Friendly Beaches
Note there are no dogs allowed on Barrie beaches at any time
Simcoe County recreation areas with Off-Leash offerings
Check each link for permitted activities and rules before visiting with your dog.
Looking for more pet-friendly facilities, accommodations and events? Contact our
local information centres who can help you out!