The “prettiest town in Canada” is a coastal oasis in Ontario

You won’t have to go far to experience the “prettiest town in Canada”. Goderich, Ontario sits on the shores of Lake Huron, a spot where visitors can enjoy the sandy shores, forested trails and an award-winning downtown.

Sounds too good to not check out for yourself!

Getting there

If you’re driving to Goderich, it will take you around three hours from Toronto/The GTA.

The area sits between two other coastal towns, Grand Bend and Kincardine.

Exploring Goderich, Ontario

Start your day by checking out the downtown scene.

Downtown Goderich has everything you need including bakeries, cafes, restaurants, accessory stores, art galleries and yoga studios.

Courthouse Square is part of Canadian Heritage Architecture, a stunning spot to stop while you’re walking around. Courthouse Square features a weekly farmers’ market and outdoor concerts during the summer and in the colder months houses outstanding restaurants and cafes.

From Courthouse Square it’s a short walk along West Street to the waterfront of Lake Huron.

Now that you’re close to the water, you have eight different trails to choose from! Yep, Goderich, Ontario has multiple trails in this area including a boardwalk and a forested path.

Finish the day off with a local pint from Square Brew – perfection!

Autumn is the perfect time of year to visit, while the leaves and changing and the vibes are extra cozy.

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