Collingwood

Town in Ontario

Situated on Nottawasaga Bay at the southern point of Georgian Bay, Collingwood, Ontario is a town in Simcoe County. Collingwood, ON is renowned as the gateway to the Blue Mountain ski resort, featuring exciting downhill and cross-country trails, and stands as a major recreation area for the southern part of Ontario. The land in the Collingwood area was first inhabited by the Petun nation, who were driven out by the Iroquois in 1650. European settlers arrived in the area in the 1840s, bringing with them their unique culture and religion. Named after Admiral Cuthbert Collingwood, Collingwood was incorporated as a town in 1858. Collingwood's economy is largely based on recreation and tourism, retail and service, and manufacturing. Collingwood is home to variety of unique delights to discover, such as historic homes, heritage museums, golf courses, and exciting events and festivals. The Port of Collingwood and the larger harbour area features a wide range of activities to enjoy, including gorgeous views, boat launch areas, charter tours, remote fishing areas, excellent places to sail and windsurf, and plenty of trails for hiking and biking. Downtown Collingwood features a wide range of restaurants and eateries, retail stores, specialty and gift shops, excellent places to stay of all luxury levels, arts and cultural centres, sports and leisure centres, and a variety of parks and green spaces. Located just two hours northwest of Toronto, Collingwood is a premier year-round vacation destination in Canada, loved by outdoor enthusiasts and those who wish to pursue more leisurely activities.