Village at Blue Mountain

Village at Blue Mountain is a city in the Blue Mountain part of Grey County just outside Collingwood (Ontario). It is a resort by IntraWest with hotels, restaurants, bars, etc. == Understand == Blue Mountain is a major destination for skiers from southern Ontario. On average, Blue Mountain sells more than 750,000 lift tickets per year, making it the third-busiest ski resort in Canada, after Whistler-Blackcomb in British Columbia and Mont Tremblant in Quebec. It is one of the largest resorts in Ontario and has 42 runs, 16 chairlifts and 3 freestyle terrains. The local area forms the incorporated town of the Blue Mountains. The resort is owned by Alterra Mountain Company. == Get in == === By car === Blue Mountain Village is 90 minutes north-west of Toronto, off of Highway 26 on Blue Mountain Road, 11 km (7 miles) west of Collingwood and 11 km (7 miles) east of Thornbury. === By plane === Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) is the closest major airport. Collingwood Regional Airport (CNY3), +1 705-445-2663, is the nearest private airport. === By bus === Aucoach, info@auctours.com. During the winter season (late December to March), a daily shuttle runs from Toronto. (updated Feb 2023) Colltrans. Bus service from Collingwood. (updated Feb 2025) == Get around == Blue Mountain has a shuttle bus service, providing guests foot access to the entire mountain, and easy access to the various Base Lodges and chairlifts. Bob and Dolly gives free tours of the village in the wagon. == See == Scenic Caverns. == Do == === Winter activities === Skiing - Blue Mountain has 42 trails covering over 364 acres of skiable terrain Snowboarding Hike N'Tube Sleigh rides Snowshoe Millpond skating === Summer activities === Golf Mountain biking === Year-round activities === Tennis Rock climbing Ridge runner Caving Low and high ropes courses == Buy == == Eat == 1 Kaytoo, 176 Jozo Weider Boulevard, ☏ +1 705 445-4100, info@kaytoo.ca. Su-W Noon-1AM, Th-Sa Noon-2AM. Has a big fireplace in the center. Mains $17-39, burgers and sandwiches $17-21. (updated Oct 2022) 2 Chuck Burger, 172 Jozo Weider Blvd, ☏ +1 705-293-1830, manager@eatchuckburger.ca. Su-Th 11AM-9PM, F Sa 11AM-10PM. Hot charbroiled burgers, raised 100% hormone-free with zero antibiotics. Veggie burgers, fried chicken. Dine in or take out. Burgers $13-20. (updated Oct 2022) == Drink == 1 Twist Kitchen & Cocktail, 170 Jozo Weider Unit 39, ☏ +1 705-445-5000, twist@turnerstevens.com. W Th Su 3-11PM, F Sa 3PM-2AM. An extensive martini & wine list, classic North American favorites with influences from classic French cuisines. As dinner winds down, the DJ starts up. (updated Oct 2022) 2 Smash Ping Pong & Nite Club, 166 Jozo Weider, ☏ +1 705-444-8877, info@smashbm.com. Tu W noon-6PM, Th 3PM-9PM, F Sa 5PM-2AM. Four Olympic standard ping pong tables that guests may rent, and an extensive beverage and snack menu. Smash welcomes all ages until 9PM, whereby, it becomes a 19-and-older establishment. (updated Jul 2018) 3 MJ Byrne's Irish Pub, 170 Jozo Weider Blvd C, ☏ +1 705-446-9989, ask@mjbyrnes.com. 11AM-close. (updated Oct 2022) == Sleep == Blue Mountain Inn, toll-free: +1-877-445-0231. Four outdoor hot tubs overlooking the mountain, indoor pool/whirlpool, fitness facilities and a full service spa facility, dog-friendly accommodation, food and beverage services at the Pottery Restaurant and Jozo’s Bar. Double from $145. (updated Jul 2018) 1 The Westin Trillium House, 220 Gord Canning Dr, ☏ +1 705-443-8080. Check-in: 4PM, check-out: 11AM. A full-service resort hotel at the base of Blue Mountain and featuring an exquisite dining experience at the Oliver & Bonacini Café Grill. Rooms and suites featuring, kitchenettes or full kitchen and gas fireplaces, 24-hour workout room, kids' club, games room, outdoor heated swimming pool and two hot tubs. (updated Oct 2022) 2 Cachet Crossing, 107 Ann Heggtveit Dr, toll-free: +1-877-445-0231. Check-in: 4PM, check-out: 11AM. One- and two-bedroom units at the base of the mountain between the Blue Mountain Inn and the Blue Mountain Village. (updated Jul 2018) 3 Chateau Ridge, 796404 Grey County Rd 19, toll-free: +1-877-445-0231. Two-bedroom resort homes at the north end of the resort with ski in – ski out access to the trails in winter months. In the green season, they offer immediate access to the escarpment hiking trails, the recreational amenities, and the food and beverage facilities of the Blue Mountain Inn. Complimentary parking. (updated Oct 2022) 4 Grand Georgian, 156 Jozo Weider Blvd, toll-free: +1-877-445-0231. Check-in: 4PM, check-out: 11AM. Fashioned after a historic railway lodge, with seasonal outdoor pool, year-round hot tubs and fitness facility. (updated Oct 2022) 5 Historic Snowbridge, 184 Snowbridge Way, toll-free: +1-877-445-0231. Check-in: 4PM, check-out: 11AM. Amidst the fairways of Monterra Golf. Resort homes ranging in size from one to four bedrooms. (updated Oct 2022) 6 Mosaic, 190 Jozo Weider Blvd, toll-free: +1-877-445-0231. Check-in: 4PM, check-out: 11AM. Stylish modern suites surrounded by the Village, year-round outdoor heated pool, hot tub, sauna, fitness room. (updated Oct 2022) == Go next ==