Fall adventures along the Sauble River

Stay at The June in Sauble Beach this fall and experience hikes along the Bruce Peninsula, colourful canoe rides up Sauble River, peaceful morning beach walks and daytrips exploring the neighbouring communities and their cafés, shops, breweries and parks. There's no time like fall to esscape city life — we're all about capturing the magic of the leaves changing colours, embracing the slower paced vibes and getting cozy with a smooth glass of red after a day of exploring.


See our list for the top places to sip, shop, refuel and explore in Bruce County and nearby Grey County this fall.

 Sauble Falls

 Sauble Falls, Sauble Beach

 

SAUBLE BEACH

Our homebase! We love fall days in Sauble Beach, where the community is tight knit and the beach is quiet and calming. For a cozy fall experience, pre-order a bottle of red on arrival and enjoy it in room or on your patio with a blanket!

 

SIP

The Shop at The June
Motelier tip: this is your go-to for locally roasted coffee, teas and spiked hot chocolate in the evenings. Pop on a record, borrow our tarot cards and other retro board games and enjoy a cozy fall evening in this Instagram worthy space

Heydays at The June
Motelier tip: warm mulled wine is coming soon! 

 

SHOP

Grit & Grace
Motelier tip: go for the "coatigan" which is the ultimate cozy fall find. Seriously, we live in ours...

The Garage

The Shop at The June 
Motelier tip: sip on a canned cocktail and shop products from our favourite female founders

 

REFUEL

Amici’s Coffee Bar

The Wellness Refinery
Motelier tip: yes, there will be homemade pumpkin spice lattes and other fall inspired warm drinks and treats

EXPLORE

Oliphant Fen
Motelier tip: this is a lovely drive for a rainy day. Check out the marsh on one side of the road and the lake on the other. Sometimes you'll spot a heron or a wind surfer too!

Sauble Falls

Sauble Beach
Motelier tip: go for a relaxing beach walk with your morning coffee! Grab a butter or almond croissant from Luscious Bakery on your way

 

The Shop, Sauble BeachSlow mornings in The Shop at The June with vinyl records and good coffee

Heydays restaurant

Enjoy takeout from Heydays and soak-up the sunshine on your balcony 

Fall beach walks in Sauble Beach

 

SOUTHAMPTON & PORT ELGIN

Two neighboring waterfront towns with fantastic beaches and parks and some lovely shopping and dining options. Drive along the water for an enjoyable afternoon outing and grab some fresh produce from High-Berry farms too!

 

SIP

Three Sheets Brewing

 

SHOP

Casual Corners

Mensch Clothing

 

REFUEL

Rabbit Dash Coffee
Motelier tip: you can grab a latte AND shop for vintage records here!

Highview Restaurant 

 

EXPLORE

Smiths’ Apples

MacGregor Point Provincial Park

Hi-Berry Farms
Motelier tip: Heydays at The June sources all of their seasonal produce from this spot!

 

HiBerry Farm Port ElginHi-Berry Farm, Port Elgin

CREEMORE

An hour and a half away from Sauble Beach there's a sweet small town with one of our favourite vintage stores of all time — our secret source for all things pink and rattan — and rolling hills with the most serene views possible. 

SIP

Creemore Springs Brewery

 

SHOP

Miller Island

 

REFUEL

Bank Café
Motelier tip: You'll want to take part in the tradition of warm Saturday cinnamon rolls here!

 

EXPLORE

Creemore Nature Reserve

Creemore Farmers’ Market
Motelier tip: this farmers market runs on Saturdays only!

Miller Island, CreemoreMiller Island, Creemore 

Bank Cafe, Creemore

Bank Cafè, Creemore 

 

COLLINGWOOD

You may have been here for skiing in the winter months, but Collingwood has so much more to offer than that. It's a well established area with plenty of farms, markets, hiking and great shopping and dining along the main strip. 


SIP

Sidelaunch Brewing Company

1858 Caesar Bar

SHOP

homme|femme

The Hive

 

REFUEL

Gibson & Company

 

EXPLORE

Scenic Caves Nature Adventures

Mountain View Stables
Motelier tip: view the fall colours on horseback and go for a trail ride. We're all about new adventures!

Currie’s Farm Market

Scandinave Spa
Motelier tip: treat yourself to a relaxing spa day this fall...it may be cold outside, but the hot springs and robes here will keep you warm and cozy

Summitview Pavilion

Morrison Pumpkin Farm

 

Gibson and Co, CollingwoodGibson and Company, Collingwood

 

THORNBURY

Meet our charming little neighbour, Thornbury. We'd drive here to pick up our Good Grief coffee order anytime. Check out the harbour, grab a latte and walk the streets for a the ultimate small town experience.


SIP

Bruce Wine Bar

 

SHOP

Thornbury Antique Market

 

REFUEL

Good Grief Coffee
Motelier tip: go for the #designinspo, stay for the coffee....


Bread & Butter Co. 
Motelier tip: try the lavender steamer!

 

EXPLORE

The Cheese Gallery

Apple Harvest Festival
Motelier tip: this festival runs on Thanksgiving only!

Thornbury Fishway
Motelier tip: this is the season to catch the Salmon run! It's a weird and exciting experience

The Spa Truck

Goldsmiths Orchard Market

 

Good Grief Coffee, Thornbury
Good Grief Coffee, Thornbury
orchard, thornbury

Goldsmiths Orchard Market, Thornbury

 

BRUCE PENINSULA

A trip to Sauble isn't complete without roadtripping up the peninsula for incredible hiking and unbeatable views. The water may not be warm enough to swim in, but the changing colours on the leaves and the moody grey days are just as magical.

 

SIP

Tobermory Brewing Co.

 

REFUEL

TruFood Café
Motelier tip: get the warm pumpkin muffin!

EXPLORE

Flowerpot Island
Motelier tip: book your boat ride in advance, and plan for a full day of adventures!

Lion’s Head Lookout

Singing Sands Beach

Halfway Log Dump
Motelier tip: park in the Emmet Lake day use area

 Toberymory BreweryTobermory Brewing Company, Tobermory

Flowerpot IslandFlowerpot Island, Tobermory

 

 

 

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