This weekend I went up north to Tobermory Bruce Peninsula. This was my first time in Bruce Peninsula, but I LOVED it! The area is about a three hour drive from Toronto, and luckily, we hit no traffic going up Friday evening.
We spent the evening at Wiarton Willy’s Inn, which is about a 30-minute drive to the water. I am used to staying in some really nice hotels while I travel, but unfortunately there’s no Hiltons (or any franchises, really) in the area. Despite it is being a bit dated in the decor (like the bright red carpet), the room itself was actually very clean for a one-night stay. My advice: book two weeks in advance because everything was sold out when I tried to find something last minute.
Saturday morning we booked a boat tour and drop-off to Flowerpot Island with Blue Heron. For $40 per person, you get a 25-minute tour of the ship wrecks, and a pretty fun ride to the island.
Once you arrive, there’s lots of options: checking out the flowerpot rock formations (which, unfortunately, were painted with tourists, making it hard to get a decent photo), walk the trails, check out the caves, and if you’re up for, you can also camp overnight!
(Photo above by 7k Photo)
By the way, I love sunsets.
Your photos are wonderful ! What a beautiful place. Great information too. 🙂
yes, a great place. Would like to go back when there is more sun 🙂
you got some excellent photos, Emily. i love the duck.
hahah thank you 🙂
You’re right…too many tourists. But it’s better than nothing and you can now say you’ve been there. I LOVE the lighthouse. 🙂
Thanks Ginnie 🙂 I am hoping to go back in off season to get some better photos!
Looks relatively unspoilt. But also kind of crowded, judging from the photos.
Hi Emily!
i love your tour of Tobermory and your story about the trip… the boat tour sounded like fun… i love the lighthouse and it’s ok to have tourists around… because remember… you are one of them…
thanks for sharing your weekend with us….peter:)
great and that duck photo is my favorite 🙂
Very nice serie. Beautiful place!
Thank you! I think my images could have been stronger, but that’s okay!
If you are interested in nice weather and a quieter time of year to visit Tobermory, I would highly recommend September. After the Labour Day long weekend, the weather is still nice with warm days and cool nights, the water is perfect for swimming, rates are lower than in the peak season and the town is a bit quieter (especially through the week). The tour boats operate daily until Thanksgiving weekend (weather permitting).
We are glad to hear that you enjoyed your time in Tobermory and your ride with us to Flowerpot Island, we hope to see you again sometime soon! If you have any questions we are happy to help. Find us online at http://www.blueheronco.com or call us toll free at 1-855-596-2999
Thank you so much for the advice. I will be sure to check it out again because i’d like some better photos!