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Goderich Main Beach
Located along the Lake Huron Shoreline, this beautiful sandy beach compliments beauty of the town of Goderich with its sparkling blue waters and warm summer days, this beach is the perfect destination for a day trip with the family.
Stroll across the boardwalk, enjoy the various water sport activities available, or indulge in some beach eats at the concessions nearby. Main Beach offers a scenic retreat for families and people of all ages.
Photo: Perry Quan from Oakville, CC BY-SA 2.0
- 270 Harbour St, Goderich, ON N7A 4J8
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- https://www.goderich.ca/en/stay-and-play/beaches.aspx
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The Square
Goderich’s downtown has an octagonal roundabout known as ‘The Square’.
At the heart of Goderich is Courthouse Park, which is home to The Square, the town’s cultural and arts hub downtown. It features farmer’s markets, art installations and museums, as well as some beautiful greenery to enjoy in the warmer months.
Surrounding the County Courthouse, The Square is a symbol of Goderich’s architectural and cultural heritage, symbolizing the history of Goderich’s development over the years and is a must-visit on your trip to town.
On the afternoon of 21 August 2011, a tornado touched down in the town. The roofs of several buildings around the square had been destroyed, and the trees in the green space around the courthouse had been damaged or uprooted. By 2015, the park had reopened.
Photos: Huron County Museum & Historic Gaol; Google Street View
- Courthouse Square, Goderich, ON N7A 1M2
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- https://www.goderich.ca/en/stay-and-play/stay-and-play.aspx
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( vote)Maitland Valley Marina and Resort Park
With a 1,200-foot private beach, full transportation to The Maitland, and a warm, welcoming resort park, the Maitland Valley Marina and Resort Park is the perfect getaway for families looking for a tranquil escape of rest and relaxation.
Visitors can enjoy the private, Inlet Marina, open only to guests of the Resort Park, visit the nearby Port of Goderich, or take advantage of the amenities that the resort offers such as a swimming pool, pig roast, and wine and cheese nights, and more!
Photo: facebook.com/MaitlandMarinasAndResortPark/
- 100 North Harbour Rd W, Goderich, ON N7A 3Z2
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- http://www.maitlandmarina.on.ca/
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Huron Historic Gaol
Established in 1841, the Huron Historic Gaol served as the County Jail until 1972, housing inmates committing crimes from misdemeanours to criminal convictions.
Now open to the public for a small admission fee, the Huron Historic Gaol has been restored to its Victorian state, offering walking tours of the building for people of all ages.
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- 181 Victoria St N, Goderich, ON N7A 2S9
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- https://www.huroncountymuseum.ca/huron-historic-gaol/
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( vote)Goderich Lighthouse
Goderich is the oldest Canadian light station on Lake Huron and first consisted of a pair of range lights established in the early 1830s.
The Goderich lighthouse, the first on the Canadian side of Lake Huron, opened in 1847 with a tower and the keeper’s house.
Located on a bluff overlooking Lake Huron in Goderich.
Photo: Author Doug Kerr from Albany, NY, CC BY-SA 2.0
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- https://www.lighthousefriends.com/light.asp?ID=1043
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Beach Street Station
Once a Canadian Pacific Railway Station, the Beach Street Station was transported and restored from the original site at the terminus of the Guelph and Goderich Railroad, to its permanent home by the harbour, completed in June of 2015.
Specializing in family favourites and daily specials, Beach Street Station is the perfect stop for savoury beach eats ranging from Taco Tuesdays, Wing Nights on Wednesdays, $10 appetizers on Saturdays and more. Beach Street Eats is a must-visit for savoury, indulgent meals by the beach.
- 2 Beach St, Goderich, ON N7A 4C7
- 519-612-2212
- http://www.beachstreetstation.com/
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( vote)Cait’s Cafe
Established in 2014 by home baker turned entrepreneur Cait, herself, under the name “Cait’s Kitchen”, the café officially opened up shop in 2016, after months of finding the perfect location to settle down. Cait’s Café symbolizes resilience and the power of strength and determination.
Specializing in locally sourced goods, Cait’s Café offers treats from pastries, cookies, and muffins with healthier and vegan options. The café also offers specialty drinks and coffees using locally roasted beans from within Goderich and premium loose-leaf teas from Toronto.
- 168 Courthouse Square, Goderich, ON N7A 1N1
- 519-612-2268
- https://www.caitscafe.ca/
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West Street Willy’s Eatery
Located in the heart of Goderich by The Square, West Street Willy’s Eatery has received praise from critics including a television feature from Food Network’s You Gotta Eat Here!
West Street Willy’s Eatery offers two menus for breakfast and lunch/dinner, as well as a kid’s menu. Offering indulgent, savoury and sweet options, treat yourself with pancakes and French toast dressed to the nines, or fresh seafood, pasta, burgers, and drinks for dinner. Go all out, and enjoy West Street Willy’s Eatery on your trip to Goderich, Ontario!
Photo: facebook.com/West-Street-Willys-Eatery-136601933081824
- 42 West St, Goderich, ON N7A 2K3
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- http://weststreetwillyseatery.com/
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( vote)Maitland Valley Grotto
Located in the thick of Goderich’s action is Maitland Valley Grotto, an indoor bouldering gym, specializing in no-rope rock climbing, fun, and fitness for people of all bouldering skill levels, from beginners and experts alike.
Maitland Valley Grotto offers lessons for both groups and singles, as well as new sets every week, and packages ranging from a monthly membership and a daily pass with shoes and chalk available for rental.
Photo: facebook.com/maitlandvalleygrotto/
- 199 Anglesea St, Goderich, ON N7A 0A1
- 519-612-2060
- https://www.maitlandvalleygrotto.com/
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East Street Cider Co.
This local craft cidery specializes in ciders made with 100% Ontario apples, and a carefully crafted process, paying homage to the heritage and the building’s history of artisanry, manufacturing, and craftsmanship since 1856.
East Street Cider Co. currently offers cider seltzers alongside their flagship cider, channelling notes of crisp apple, light citrus, and floral. Their cider is available in-store, at select restaurants and LCBO locations, and can also be found on the website, alongside wearable merch and drinkware.
- 130 East St, Goderich, ON N7A 1N4
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- https://www.eaststreetcider.com/
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( vote)The Maitland
Golf | Tennis | Curling
Established in 1921, The Maitland is an all-season sports haven, specializing in golf, tennis, and curling, open for public use including members, locals, and visitors.
The Maitland offers a scenic golfing experience amongst the shores of the Maitland River to Lake Huron, multiple tennis courts, and automatic ball machines, and a curling club with opportunities to join junior and senior leagues in all three sports.
Photo: facebook.com/TheMaitlandGoderich
- 25 North Harbour Rd E, Goderich, ON N7A 1W7
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- http://www.themaitland.com/
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Goderich Celtic Roots Festival
August
The Goderich Celtic Roots Festival returns with World-Class International Celtic Artists from Ireland, Scotland, Canada and the USA to perform from August 11-13, 2023, at Lions Harbour Park on the shores of Lake Huron.
The international lineup of musicians will be joining the festivities to celebrate the 31st Annual festival as well as share their talent and knowledge in the Celtic College & Kids Camp – August 7-11, 2023.
This year’s lineup includes multi-award-winning Canadian singer-songwriter and musician Loreena McKennitt – inducted earlier this month into the Canadian Songwriters Hall of Fame – she will be returning to her roots performing some of her early, most traditional Celtic songs. A rare occurrence for the international artist, who will be presenting a 60-minute set on Saturday, August 12, largely featuring her early repertoire of traditional Irish songs.
Montreal-based instrumentalists, Bon Débarras, will be bringing their blend of Quebecois folk music, traditional step dancing and global influences to Goderich with a show full of fun and inventive energy! Returning to Goderich are festival favourites and multi-award-winning Irish group Goitse and 2018 JUNO nominees Nova Scotian sisters Cassie and Maggie.
We’re delighted to introduce festival audiences to Mi’kmaq fiddler Morgan Toney, a prodigious talent who is helping shape the future of Cape Breton music. Joining the lineup this year will be 2022 BBC ALBA ‘Scots Musician of The Year’ nominee Ryan Young who has been bringing new and exciting ideas to traditional Scottish music, receiving international praise for his spell-binding interpretations on the fiddle. Audiences can also enjoy performances by de Barra, Steáfán & Saskia, Hearthstone, Heron Valley, The Murphy Beds, and Simon Mayor & Hilary James, and more to be announced.
- Lions Harbour Park, Goderich ON
- meg@soundboxmusic.ca
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