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We love seeing the look that spreads across visitors’ faces when they learn that the southern tip of our region dips onto the same latitudinal plain as northern California. The expression of disbelief quickly turns into a satisfied grin when they realize they’ve discovered a getaway destination that offers world-class freshwater beaches and water sports, some of the continent’s best birding, a rapidly evolving wine and culinary scene and the friendliest communities on the planet.
Now that we’ve let you in on the secret, it’s time to come and discover it for yourself. Use our website to learn more about the world-class waterfronts, best-in-class birding, wonderful wineries, fabulous festivals, and so many ways to play that are found on and in between our Lake Erie, Lake St. Clair and Lake Huron shorelines.
Enjoy arts, culture, music, entertainment, culinary delights, sports and more!
Explore the outdoor adventures, beaches and farm markets of Norfolk County: Ontario’s Garden. We are home to great fishing, cycling and hiking, plus superb restaurants, arts, culture and theatre.
Experience stunning shoreline, picturesque towns and villages, a rich agricultural heritage and coastal cruising routes.
Travel the Underground Railroad, or experience reeling in the big one on one of our world-class freshwater lakes!
We are Canada's southernmost destination with 100 miles of waterfront, a fascinating rum-running past, Canada’s largest casino resort, and home to EPIC Wine Country.
However you define a water-filled day of fun, endless options await along Ontario’s Blue Coast!
Discover aboriginal and pioneer history, agri-tourism, golf and rural charm.
Slow down and unplug in Oxford. As a member of Green Tourism Canada, we value getting back in touch with mother nature across our cycling routes, scenic trail hikes and by focusing on locally sourced food. There’s never been a better time to put your electronics away and unplug in Oxford.
Take a relaxing trip to the countryside and enjoy the beautiful scenery and quaint small towns and villages. Rich farmland, the mighty Grand River (a Canadian Heritage River) and picturesque Lake Erie are the backdrop to your next adventure.
See for yourself just how deliciously interconnected our region’s network of farmers, chefs and producers is by watching the video episodes below.
What’s your definition of a perfect day at the beach? Sinking your toes into sand so picture perfect that it’s been certified as some of the world’s best? Having fun with the family? Discovering a truly one-of-a-kind landscape? Riding the waves? However you define a water-filled day of fun, there are endless options in Ontario’s Southwest.
