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It doesn’t look blue. It doesn’t make you feel blue; on the contrary, as a ski resort area, there are lots of ‘uplifting’ activities. So why is Blue Mountain called Blue Mountain? While there is an answer to the question, it gets a little complicated. First, the only location in Ontario that lays claim to … Continue reading Why Is Blue Mountain Called Blue Mountain? →

If you’re ever wondering what to do in Blue Mountain, the area offers lots of great hiking trails. But what many hikers don’t know is that, if they never learned how to pack a hiking backpack, they may not be enjoying their hikes to the fullest. And if you plan a full-on backpacking trip, the … Continue reading How to Pack a Hiking Backpack →

If you’re planning a trip from Toronto to Blue Mountain, the perfect escape from the city awaits you. As part of the Niagara Escarpment, Blue Mountain is an excellent destination for a winter or summer weekend getaway or a week-long vacation. Located near Georgian Bay, just west of Collingwood, Ontario, the Blue Mountain Ski Resort … Continue reading Toronto to Blue Mountain: The Perfect Escape from the City →

Considering we’ve turned the clocks back, there’s no denying we’re into cooler weather now. And that’s great because it means the ski season is just around the corner. Unfortunately, many people think this is a ‘down’ time here in Blue Mountain and that there are not many things to do. They figure the summer activities … Continue reading Things to Do in and Around Blue Mountain in November 2018 →